How to take a good-looking driver’s license photo
Driver's license photos are a type of ID photo. Although the requirements are strict, as long as you master the skills, you can still take photos that are natural and comply with the regulations. The following is a summary of hot topics and practical tips on taking driver’s license photos in the past 10 days across the Internet.
1. Data analysis of hot topics

| Topic keywords | Search volume (daily average) | Popular platforms |
|---|---|---|
| Driver's License Photo Requirements | 52,000 | Baidu, Zhihu |
| Tips for taking photos of driver’s license | 38,000 | Xiaohongshu, Douyin |
| Self-service camera guide | 21,000 | Weibo, Bilibili |
| Risks of photo retouching and review | 15,000 | Car enthusiasts forum |
2. Official shooting requirements (2023 latest version)
| Project | Standard |
|---|---|
| Size | 32mm×22mm (head accounts for 2/3) |
| background | Pure white without shadows |
| expression | Naturally closed, no teeth exposed |
| dress | Dark collared clothes |
| glasses | Frames do not cover eyes and have no reflections |
3. 5 practical photography skills
1.light control: Choose natural light at 10 a.m. or 3 p.m. to avoid eye socket shadows caused by top light. It is recommended to use ring fill light for indoor shooting.
2.Hair styling: Wash your hair 1 day in advance. Boys should avoid bangs that go over the eyebrows. Girls are recommended to have exposed ear hairstyle. If your hairline is high, you can use hairline powder to modify it.
3.clothing choices: It is recommended to wear solid color shirts such as navy blue or dark gray and avoid turtleneck sweaters. The V-neck looks smaller than the round neck.
4.Micro expression management: Bite the tip of your tongue before taking a photo to make your face firmer, and look at the top edge of the camera to look energetic.
5.Self-service machine skills: Choose the machine in the corner of the shopping mall to avoid the flow of people. After inserting the coins, take 3 test shots to adjust your posture.
4. Frequently Asked Questions
| question | solution |
|---|---|
| Photos show off your face | The chin is slightly retracted, and the camera height is at the same level as the eyebrows |
| Always rejected by the system | Check that the collar is fully exposed and avoid striped patterns |
| Can I wear makeup? | Light makeup is allowed (no exaggerated eyeliner, natural lipstick) |
| Problems with wearing contact lenses | Only natural brown colors are allowed (diameter ≤ 14.2mm) |
5. Precautions for post-processing
1. It is strictly prohibited to use the skin resurfacing and face slimming functions of beauty software, but the brightness and contrast can be slightly adjusted (within ±15%).
2. It is recommended to use professional small programs such as "ID Photo Research Institute" to automatically layout, ensuring that the pixels are 390×567.
3. When printing, choose 300dpi precision photo paper to avoid the graininess of ordinary convenience store printers.
Summary:The core of the driver’s license photo is"Authentic and spiritual", after mastering these skills, 90% of people can pass the review in one go. Remember to check the special requirements of the local vehicle management office in advance (for example, wearing glasses is prohibited in some areas). I wish you a satisfactory ID photo!
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