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# Am I able to use a pen when writing my name on the back of the passport style photos?

## Printing your name on back of passport photos

According to the USCIS filing instructions, you can use a pencil or felt pen to lightly print your name and A# on the back of your photographs. CITATION:Pg.9:'Photographs' section; http://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/files/form/n-400instr.pdf

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