How to update resident ID photo online via Absher app
Saudi Passports Directorate announces residents can now update their ID photos electronically through the Absher app in a few simple steps.
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AIThe General Directorate of Passports has detailed a new service allowing residents to easily update their personal ID photos through the Absher app.
According to a post on X, the Passports Directorate explained that residents can upload an updated photo after logging into the Absher app, selecting the "My Workers" service, then choosing "Update Resident Photo" and attaching the new image.
View the post on X
Requirements for changing resident ID photo
Absher clarified that for a photo to be accepted, it must have proper lighting and dimensions, men must have their heads uncovered, no additions should appear on the face, and the background must be completely white.
The Passports Directorate added that this service enables residents to submit a request to update their resident ID photo electronically via the Absher platform app.
It stated that the uploaded photo will be verified using artificial intelligence technologies. Once approved by the relevant authority, the request is processed and the photo is updated. Beneficiaries’ biometric features are verified through Nafath.
If Nafath activation is not possible, users can choose to bypass facial biometric verification when logging in.