Passports

U.S. Passport Photograph Requirements

 Passport Photo Requirements

 Photographs for U.S. passports are not the same size or quality as ID photographs
commonly used in Mauritania.  Please use the following checklist for your U.S. passport
photographs:

· Two photographs taken within the last six months
· Size - about 2 x 2 inches (5 x 5 cm) square, with the image measured from the
bottom of your chin to the top of your face, not less than l" or more than
1-3/8" (3,5cm). There should be at least 1-1/2" (4cm) between the top of the
head and the photograph's border. Do not crop the photograph.
· The photographs must be clear, front view and full face: and be printed with
a white plain background.
· Photographs should be in color
· Dark glasses must not be worn unless required for medical reasons
· Normal street attire, without a hat.
· The face should entirely uncovered
· Photos that are grainy appearance cannot be accepted
· The backs must not be waxy or have a self-adhesive coating.

List of Photographers:

You can use the photographer of your choice.  Three photographers are mentioned
below for your information. The Embassy cannot, however, assume responsibility for
their ability and integrity. Prices and development delays should be determined by
the client and the photographer. Do not forget to mention that you require photos
suitable for an application for a U.S. passport as the format is different from those
used for Mauritanian ID photos.

· Universel Photo, Av. G. A. Nasser, à côté de Chinguitty Bank,
Tel: 525-3544 Mob. 630-2331
· Chinguitty Couleurs, Rue Alioun, à côté de du Restaurant Ali Baba,
Tel 651-3410
· Mauritanie Couleurs, en face du Camp des Gardes,
Tel 525-8559, Mob. 634-4816