Submit Your Photo for Carger Card Mobile ID

  • Read the photo guidelines below and review the examples of proper photos.
  • Log into your myUAH account.
  • Under "Campus Services" click on the "Online Photo Submission" link located below the "Charger Card" heading.
  • After clicking the link, you will be able to submit a new photo.
  • Generally within one business day, you will receive a confirmation that your photo has either been approved or denied. Within 15 minutes of your photo being approved, you will be able to register for Charger Card Mobile ID.
  • If you prefer a physical Charger Card, please visit the Charger Card Office or use our Request to Mail Charger Card form. Please note the fees associated with card printing on the form.
  • You are also welcome to stop by the Charger Card Office to have your photo taken; no appointment necessary.

How to Choose an Appropriate ID Photo

  • Select a photo with a resolution of at least 330 x 420 pixels in .jpg, .png, or .gif format.
  • Your photo should be full color with no filters or effects.
  • The photo background should be neutral without objects or other people.
  • Face straight ahead and crop the image from just above the top of the head to the collarbone.
  • Do not take the photo from a skewed angle or with anything blocking your head or face.
  • Your face should be centered in the image.
  • Your face and eyes should be clearly visible with no hats, sunglasses, hair covering face, etc.
  • Appropriate attire should be worn.

Examples of Appropriate ID Photos

 

A smiling student facing the camera directly with no obstructions and a plain background
A smiling student facing the camera directly with no obstructions and a plain background
A smiling student facing the camera directly with no obstructions and a plain background

 

 

Examples of Inappropriate ID Photos

 

Submitted in black and white; only color photos are accepted
Blurry images are not accepted
Portrait with cluttered background; only plain, neutral backgrounds are allowed

 

 

 

A face that is cropped too closely cutting off the top of the head and bottom of the neck
Face altered with a filter; edited or filtered photos not accepted
A student's portrait cropped from a group photo; these are not allowed.

 

 

 

A student's portrait with hands partially covering face; a neutral pose facing forward with no obstructions is required
Headwear not allowed (except for religious or medical reasons)
Student portrait from an odd angle; photos should be taken facing the camera directly with a neutral expression