ABOUT US
We are family owned and operated independent small business company has been part of the North Park/Normal Heights business fixture since 1999. Our mission is simple but powerful, i.e. create a one stop travel and global shopping center. We are also customer request driven company. Ten years ago when we started our business , Canadian Passport Picture was not part of our business plan but we were open for ideas and customer’s feedbacks and we add the Canadian Passport and Visa Photo center based on “your” request. Now we are one of few companies in San Diego county who can take a Canadian passport picture which meets or exceeds the Canadian government passport photo guideline. We are not just claiming this, but we have received a phone call from the Canadian embassy telling us we are doing great for serving their citizens..
When you come to our business you will be greeted by us(Owners). For us you are special and we will do whatever it to make you satisfy by our work. Please tell us up front if you are unhappy or are not getting what you are looking for and we will gladly refund the money or take another picture. So far we are more than happy with our Canadian customers. We know Canadians are the most friendly people in the world and so far you are proving it! When you come to our shop ask for Martha or Amde, we will give you a VIP service.
Photos Specs
considerable number of photos are rejected due to common, avoidable errors. Please take the time to thoroughly read the photo specifications on this page. The passport application will be rejected if the photos do not meet these specifications. To avoid further delays, we suggest that you print a copy of our checklist to take with you to your photographer.
Quantity
TWO identical photos produced from the same film, or from the same electronic file capturing the digital image, are required for each passport.
Specifications for photos
Size and paper
- The length of the face on the photo from chin to crown of head (natural top of head) must be between 31 mm (1 1/4 in.) and 36 mm (1 7/16 in.).
- The photos must measure 50 mm X 70 mm in size (2 inches wide X 2 3/4 inches long).
- The photos must be a close-up of the head and shoulders so that the face covers approximately 25% of the photo.
- The photos must be printed on plain, high quality photographic paper. Heavy weight paper is unacceptable.
- Either black and white or color photos are acceptable.
Image information
Acceptable photos*
Uniform lighting
Height of face correct
Correct child pose
* These photos do not represent the actual size of a passport photo. Please see the specific dimensions.
Unacceptable photos
No contrast
Shadow behind ears
Hands in picture
Reflection on glasses
Face not square to camera
Facial features not clearly visible
Mouth open
Smiling
Wrong format
- The photos provided will be printed in the passport. In order for our equipment to read the photo correctly, applicants are asked not to smile.
- Photos must be taken against a plain white or light-colored background so that the applicant’s features are clearly distinguishable against the background. There should be enough contrast between the background and the traits or clothing.
- Shadows are unacceptable. Lighting must be uniform to avoid shadows across the face or shoulders, around the ears or in the background.
- There must be no reflection or glare on the face or glasses.
- Applicant must show a neutral facial expression (no smiling, mouth closed) and look straight at the camera.
- Eyes must be open and clearly visible. Glasses, including tinted prescription glasses, are acceptable as long as the eyes are clearly visible and there is no glare in the glasses. Sunglasses and red eyes are unacceptable.
- Photos must show a full head without any head covering, unless it is worn for religious beliefs or medical reasons. However, both edges of the face must be clearly visible.
- Photos must show a full front view of the face and top of the shoulders squared to the camera (the image of the face and shoulders must be centered in the photo).
- Photos must be clear, sharp and in focus.
- Photos must be originals and not taken from an existing photo.
Photographer
- You must be a commercial photographer to provide acceptable passport photos.
- The name of the photographer or studio, the address and the date the photo was taken (not the date the photo was printed) must be provided directly on the back of one photo (see illustration above). The photographer may handwrite this information. Stick-on labels are unacceptable. Sufficient space must be allowed for the name of the applicant, the signature of the guarantor and the guarantor’s declaration.
Guarantor
- One photo must be signed by a guarantor as a true likeness of the applicant, unless the passport application is being made through the Simplified Renewal Application Process. If that is the case, no guarantor is necessary.
- A notary seal must not be imprinted on the photos.
Children
- Photos must show the child’s head and shoulders only. Parent’s or child’s hands must not appear in the photo. Passport Canada recognizes the difficulty in obtaining a neutral expression of a newborn and will allow for some tolerance in this regard.
- Child replacement passport: If applying for a replacement passport for a child, you must include a photo that has been taken within one month of the date the application is submitted.
Appointment:
Do you want to request appointment?
We know some of you are working in normal business hrs (9:00 AM- 5:00 PM) or driving several miles to get to our location. Well, we have simple request form
Just fill out and email the form to info@yebbo.com
Your Name:______________________
Your Phone Number:_____________________
Number of People:_______________________
Time you want to be here: ______________
We are open:
Monday – Friday 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday : CALL
Sorry we do not accept Credit Catd at this time in our store but we have online payment system via paypal.com use info@yebbo.com
Do you need visa for Canada for leisure of business? Contact our partner A Briggs at 800-218-6284 ask for Account Manager: Phil Matthews pmatthews@abriggs.com
1921 Sunderland Place NW
Washington, DC 20036
800-218-6284
Or Visit A Briggs
4535 30th Street.
San Diego, CA 92116
619 255 5530
info@yebbo.com
