Photo ID Cards

[tetherend]

When proof of identity is required by the use of a photo ID card, how does the same security apply to those whose beliefs require them to keep their faces covered?

[kempie]

They have their photo taken with their face covered meaning the only identifiable feature is the eyes.

[Artful]

When there was the hullaballoo in France about the wearing of the veil, the ID photo was frequently mentioned and it is stipulated that the face has to be free of artefacts - no hats, scarves, turbans, veils... However if you wear glasses you must be wearing those.

[tetherend]

Artful - many thanks for your answer.  This makes sense.

[kempie]

Different rules for different countries.

[netibiza]

I also believe that veiled ladies can be asked to go to a private cubicle to unveil their faces for identification.

[acw]

http://www.passport.gov.uk/_2_howtoapply/2_photographs.asp

http://www.passport.gov.uk/downloads/PLE03_web_Mar05.pdf

 

These sites say you can't cover your face unless for religious purposes.  These are UK rules. 

[tetherend]

 

Thanks acw.  It clearly states that the head can be covered but not the face.

[kempie]

I thought we were talking about ID cards not passports. This story may come as a shock to you... http://observer.guardian.co.uk/politics/story/0,6903,1202742,00.html

(I do admit it is a year old)

[tetherend]

Thanks Kempie.  Not shocked at all, just glad the question is solved.