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What is the dress code for Barbados registration?

DRESS CODE FOR TAKING THE PHOTOGRAPH AT REGISTRATION The eyes must be clearly visible, therefore NO tinted glasses, shades, cosmetic eye covering or hair is allowed to obscure the eyes. The shoulders must be covered, therefore NO sleeveless shirts, tops or dresses are allowed. <B>DO NOT</B> wear white.



In Barbados, the dress code for visiting government buildings, such as the Registration Department or Judicial offices, is strictly professional and conservative. For the official photograph required for the National ID (Trident Card), the head, face, and hairline must be fully visible; no hats or head coverings are allowed except for religious reasons. Crucially, shoulders must be covered, meaning sleeveless tops, halter tops, or tank tops are prohibited. You are also advised not to wear white, as it blends into the background of the ID photo. For general visits to the Supreme Court Complex or Registration Department, "back-out" or "belly-out" outfits, mini-skirts, and shorts are banned for women, while men must wear trousers with shirts neatly tucked in. Ear or body rings on men and flip-flops (slippers) on any person are also strictly forbidden. These rules are rigorously enforced at the entrance by security personnel to maintain a standard of decorum in public offices.

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