Regarding the issue of “blurry or out-of-focus images,” it has been observed that some Android devices may experience difficulty in focusing or image blurring when capturing identification documents. Here are some specific solutions:
- Ensure that the camera lens is clean and free of dirt.
- Before pressing the shutter, tap on the subject in the screen to focus.
- Avoid taking photos in dimly lit areas or places with excessive light reflection.
- To avoid focusing on the background, place the subject on a desk or similar surface.
- Adjust the distance between the subject and the camera to ensure proper focus.
- Adjust the smartphone’s “autofocus” settings.
- Turn off the smartphone’s “flash” setting.
Next, let’s discuss issues related to driver’s licenses, My Number cards, passports, and residence cards.
Driver’s License/Driving History Certificate Issues:
- Name, date of birth, address, driver’s license number, and expiration date are unreadable.
- Face photo is not clearly visible.
- Stamp of the Public Safety Commission is not visible.
- Changes are present on the back, but the Public Safety Commission’s stamp is not visible.
My Number Card Issues:
- Information on the front, such as name, address, gender, date of birth, issuing authority, and expiration date, is unreadable.
- Address changes have been made but lack the stamp of the updated municipality.
- Card is photographed while still in its case.
- If you have a My Number card, you can use “Touch for Identity Verification.” Please refer to the help page for details.
Passport Issues:
- Not a passport issued by the Japanese government.
- Passport issued after February 4, 2020, lacks a holder’s entry section.
- Name, date of birth, and expiration date are unreadable.
- Thickness of the passport is not visible.
- Handwritten addresses are present in more than one location, making the current address unclear.
- Face photo is not clearly visible due to light reflection.
Residence Card Issues:
- Information on the front, such as residence status, residence period, permit date, and issuing authority stamp, is unreadable.
- Address changes have been made but lack the registration date and stamp of the issuer.
- If the name is in alphabetic characters, ensure that uppercase and lowercase letters match.
Issues with Face Photos:
- Image is too dark, making it difficult to see the face.
- Image is blurry, making the face unclear.
- Photo is taken with a mask or sunglasses on. Note that if glasses are worn, the color of the lenses or the way light falls on them may be mistaken for sunglasses.
- Mask is pulled down to the chin during the photo.
- Something is in the mouth (e.g., cigarette, toothbrush).
- Other people’s faces are in the photo. If third-party faces are included, it may be difficult to identify the person in question.