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Rules for digital photos submitted for your library card

Your photo must:

  • be clear and in focus
  • be unaltered by computer software / filters
  • be at least 600 pixels wide and 750 pixels tall
  • contain no other objects or people
  • be taken against a plain background
  • be in clear contrast to the background
  • not have ‘red eye’

In your photo you must:

  • be facing forwards and looking straight at the camera
  • have your eyes open and visible
  • not have hair in front of your eyes
  • not have a head covering (unless it’s for religious or medical reasons)
  • not have anything covering your face

If you encounter any difficulty taking or uploading your photo, please get in touch via email (registration@lib.cam.ac.uk) or phone 01223 333030.