NYC DOB SST Card Photo Requirements

NYC DOB SST Card Photo Requirements

In order for PDH STAR to issue your SST card, you need to submit a photo complying with the NYC DOB SST Card photo requirements (photo can be sent, along with other supporting documents, to info@pdhstar.com). In general, a simple portrait photo without any headwear, shadows etc., taken against a light colored surface (e.g. wall) would suffice. Below are the detailed NYC DOB requirements:

Photo Requirements:

• in color
• taken against a plain cream or light grey background
• clear and in focus
• no more than 2 years old
• unaltered by computer software

The image should:

• show a close-up of full head and shoulders without any other objects or people
• be between 29mm and 34mm high from the crown to the chin

In addition the photo should show the card applicant:

• facing forward and looking straight at the camera
• with a neutral expression and mouth closed
• without anything covering the face
• in clear contrast to the background
• without a head covering (unless it’s worn for religious or medical reasons)
• with eyes open, visible and free from reflection or glare from glasses
• with eyes not covered by sunglasses, tinted glasses, glasses frames or hair
• without any ‘red eye’
• without any shadows