- University ID card photo requirements
- Your photo must
- Your photo must not
- Photo size and resolution
- How to upload your University ID photo
University ID card photo requirements
You can use a smartphone or another digital device to take and upload your photo.
Follow these requirements carefully. Photos that do not meet the specifications may be rejected and could delay the issue of your University ID card.
- Follow these guidelines to get it right the first time.
- Please be aware that unsuitable photos will be rejected and may delay the issuing of your ID card.
Your photo must
- Show your head and shoulders clearly
- Show you facing forward and looking directly at the camera
- Have a plain, light-coloured background
- Be in colour
- Show your full face, from the top of your head to your chin
- Be clear, sharp and well lit
- Show your eyes clearly (no sunglasses, tinted glasses or hair covering your eyes)
- Show your full head (unless you wear a head covering for faith or medical reasons)
- Include only you
- Show your eyes, nose and mouth fully
- Have been taken within the last month
Your photo must not
- Must not be edited or altered using software
- Must not use filters or effects from apps (e.g., Snapchat)
- Must not be a photo or screenshot of another ID
Photo size and resolution
Your photo must be:
- At the appropriate angle (no rotation required)
- At least 600 pixels wide and 750 pixels tall
- At least 50KB and no more than 3MB
- Resolution at least 300dpi (Dots per Inch)
Example of a 'good' photograph
How to upload your University ID photo
Before you can upload your photo, you must set up your UH Account.
Once your account is active, use the link below to upload your photo.