Passport Example Page

When you apply for an eVisa, you have to upload a digital or scanned copy of your passport. This means the information page of your passport includes all your personal information, like your name, date of birth, photograph, passport number, and date of expiry. You can use your smartphone to take a photo of your passport and upload to the application form. It’s that easy!

Here is the complete guideline of how you should upload your passport digital or scanned copy:

You can scan or even take a photo of your passport and upload it with your eVisa form. Here is how to do it perfectly.

• Your passport should have at least six (6) months of validity.
• Ensure all the information on your passport personal details page (photo, name, passport number, date of birth, and expiration date) is visible.
• The digital copy should include the passport from corner to corner.
• The digital copy should be clear and readable. Blurry, glossy, and dark spots on the photo or scan should be avoided.
• Remember to save your digital copy in either JPEG or PDF format. These are the commonly accepted formats.
• Some nationalities have important information on the front and the back. If this is the case, you must also upload those pages. 
• You can scan your passport with a scanner or take a photo with your smartphone. Ensure all the information is clearly visible in any of the cases.

Here are the things you should avoid when uploading your passport digital copy:

• Avoid uploading particle scans and page cut-offs.
• Avoid images/scans where the information, text, or photograph is not clearly visible.
• Ensure there is no glare (glossy reflections) or shadow on the photo or scanned passport copy.

You can get a better scan or photo by following these steps:

• Place the passport on a flat surface or in the scanner.
• Ensure good lighting if you are taking photos using a smartphone.
• Double-check the digital copy for clarity and readability before submitting.

A digital copy of your passport is required for various reasons. This includes identity verification, authenticity, and ease of processing the eVisa.

The first reason is identity verification. A provided digital copy of your passport verifies the details you have entered on your eVisa application form.

Authenticity is the second reason to upload a digital copy of your passport. It prevents fraudulent activities and improves security during the visa process.

Failing to upload a clear and readable passports scanned or digital copy will delay or even deny your visa application.