Ireland Visa: Biometrics & Live Photo Capture

Live photo capture (ICAO-style guidance) and a preparation checklist for your Ireland visa process. This does NOT replace official biometrics.

✅ Live photo capture ✅ Framing guide ✅ PDF download ✅ Merged PDF (includes attached form)

What’s included

  • Camera capture (desktop / mobile)
  • Framing & lighting guidance
  • PDF download with photo + page info
  • PDF merge: includes attached form at the end

Notice: Official biometrics are collected only at authorized centers (VAC). This page is preparation only.

Process

  1. Fill in applicant details below.
  2. Enable your camera and align your face until the oval turns BLUE.
  3. Take a photo and review the preview (retake if needed).
  4. Click Download PDF to get a merged file (sheet + photo + attached PDF).

Photo requirements (quick guide)

  • Plain light background (ideally white).
  • Even lighting (no shadows).
  • Face centered, looking forward, mouth closed.
  • No filters, no heavy retouching, no face-covering accessories.

Tip: Use a light wall and avoid strong side light.

Live capture & PDF export

Preview

If it looks dark, move to a brighter spot or add soft front light.

Downloads a single PDF containing: (1) preparation sheet + photo, then (2) the attached application PDF.

Reference document (PDF)

Embedded reference document for guidance only.

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