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Here's a list of requirements and things to look out in a student's passport: | |
1. Personal Information: Ensure that the passport contains the student's full name, date of birth, and place of birth. This information should be consistent with other documents provided by the student. | |
2. Passport Number: Verify the passport number. It should be unique and conform to the format used by the issuing country. | |
3. Photograph: Check the photograph for signs of tampering or alteration. It should clearly resemble the student and meet the passport photo requirements (like a neutral expression, clear background, etc.). | |
4. Passport Issue and Expiry Dates: Confirm that the passport is valid (not expired) and the dates are logically consistent (issue date should precede the expiry date). | |
5. Machine-Readable Zone (MRZ): Modern passports have a machine-readable zone at the bottom of the identity page. Check for any discrepancies in the MRZ information compared to the passport's printed data. | |
6. Signature: Ensure the presence of the student's signature (if applicable as per age and country's passport regulations). | |
7. Security Features: Familiarize yourself with the specific security features of passports from different countries, like watermarks, holograms, microprinting, and UV features. Use appropriate equipment to verify these features where necessary. | |
8. Issuing Authority and Country Code: Verify the legitimacy of the issuing authority and country code. | |
9. Physical Condition: Check for any physical signs of tampering or damage that might suggest alteration or forgery. | |
10. Consistency with Other Documents: Cross-check the passport details with other official documents provided by the student, such as admission forms, educational certificates, or identification cards. | |
Remember, if you suspect that a passport is fake or altered, it's important to follow your institution's protocol for such situations, which may include reporting to higher authorities or directly contacting the issuing body for verification. |