https://www.passphoto-labs.at/en/tags/standard/Recent content in Standard on PassphotoLabsHugoenMon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.passphoto-labs.at/en/blog/icao-9303-international-passport-photo-standard/Mon, 10 Feb 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://www.passphoto-labs.at/en/blog/icao-9303-international-passport-photo-standard/<p>Have you ever wondered why passport photos look the same all over the world? Whether in Vienna, Tokyo, or New York — the same strict rules apply for facial expression, background, and head position. The reason is an international standard: <strong>ICAO 9303</strong>.</p> <p>In this article, we explain what this standard is about, why it exists, and what it means for your next passport photo.</p> <h2 id="what-is-the-icao">What Is the ICAO?</h2> <p>The <strong>International Civil Aviation Organization</strong> (ICAO) is a specialised agency of the United Nations, headquartered in Montreal. Founded in 1944, it coordinates international standards for civil aviation. This includes not only flight rules and safety protocols, but also the specifications for <strong>Machine Readable Travel Documents</strong> (MRTD).</p>