Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit Photo Requirements

This guide explains the official photo requirements for the Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit, a 51x51mm (2x2in) photo used for United States (USA) concealed handgun permit applications. Meeting every specification below — correct dimensions, head height, background and expression — is essential to avoid rejection and get your application processed the first time.

Key Features:

• Country: United States (USA)
• Jurisdiction: Alaska
• Document Type: Concealed Handgun Permit
• Issued by: Alaska Department of Public Safety
• Primary Specifications: At least 51x51mm (2x2in), color, top of head to shoulders, very light or white background. Taken within 30 days. Name, date taken and Alaska license or ID number on the back.

Photo Checking Standards for Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit

When you choose the Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit, the following are checked automatically:

1. Dimensions: At least 2x2 inches (51x51mm), square.
2. Head Size and Position: Top of head to shoulders.
3. Background: Very light or white.
4. Lighting and Contrast: The face is evenly lit, without harsh shadows or glare.
5. Facial Expression: A neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open.

6. Obstructions: No hat or sunglasses.

7. Background: The background must conform to the specified color (usually white or light gray) and be free of shadows.

8. Lighting and Contrast: The face must be evenly lit without harsh shadows or glare.
9. Facial Expression: A neutral expression with closed mouth is required.
10. Obstructions: Glasses (if allowed) must not have glare; no red-eye, and no hair covering the eyes.

Common Rejection Reasons

Photos for the Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit are often rejected for:

• Wrong size or head size: the photo is not At least 2x2 inches (51x51mm), square, or the head is too large or too small.
• Too old: it was not taken within the last 30 days.
• Wrong background: it is not very light or white, or it has shadows.
• Glasses, hats or glare: no hat or sunglasses.
• Poor lighting: shadows across the face or background.

• Expression: smiling with teeth showing, or eyes not fully open.

• Poor Lighting: Harsh shadows on the face or background.

• Incorrect Background: The background color is not correct or has patterns/shadows.
• Improper Expression: Smiling, frowning, or having teeth visible.
• Glasses Glare: Reflections on eyeglass lenses.
• Head Size: The head is either too large or too small within the frame.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What size photo does the Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit need? A: At least 2x2 inches (51x51mm), square. Top of head to shoulders.

Q: How recent must the photo be? A: Taken within the last 30 days.

Q: What do I submit? A: 1 uncut color print, not mounted (passport photos are accepted).

Q: Can I wear glasses or a hat? A: No hat or sunglasses.

Q: What background is needed? A: Very light or white.

Q: How can I create this photo? A: Choose the Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit on our main page and upload a photo; it is sized, framed and checked against these rules automatically.

Q: Can I smile in this photo? A: No, a neutral expression with a closed mouth is required for almost all official ID photos.

Q: How can I create this photo? A: You can easily generate a compliant photo by selecting this standard on our main page.

Official Specs & References

For the most up-to-date and legally binding guidelines, refer to the issuing authority: Alaska Department of Public Safety.

Official Reference: Alaska Concealed Handgun Permit – Official Photo Requirements

What the authority asks for (our summary):

• Size: At least 2x2 inches (51x51mm), square.
• Head: Top of head to shoulders.
• Background: Very light or white.
• Glasses and headwear: No hat or sunglasses.
• How recent: Taken within the last 30 days.
• What to submit: 1 uncut color print, not mounted (passport photos are accepted).
• Write your name, the date taken and your Alaska driver license or ID number on the back.