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Colombia Passport Photo Requirements

Create a 4×5cm (40×50mm) passport photo meeting Colombian Cancillería specifications. White background required.

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4 × 5 cm
40×50mm

Photo Specifications

Size Requirements

Photo Size 4 × 5 cm (40×50mm)
Head Height 28-35 mm
Head Position Centered
Resolution 600 DPI

Technical

Background White
Paper Photo paper
Age Within 6 months
Quantity 2-4 photos

Errores Comunes — Common Mistakes to Avoid

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Incorrect Dimensions

Colombia uses a unique 4×5 cm (40×50mm) format — different from the standard 35×45mm. Many photographers crop to the wrong size. Our tool uses the exact Colombian preset for accurate dimensions.

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Colored or Busy Background

Cancillería requires a plain white background. Photos taken at home often have visible furniture, door frames, or colored walls behind you. Upload your photo and we'll replace the background instantly.

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Smiling or Expression

Keep a completely neutral expression — mouth closed, no smile, no frown. The Colombian biometric system requires a flat expression for proper facial recognition matching.

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Dark Shadows Under Eyes

Overhead-only lighting creates deep eye socket shadows that make your face look unnatural. Position a light source in front of you at face height, or face a window for balanced, even illumination.

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Hair Covering Face

Bangs, loose strands, or hair falling across your eyes or cheeks will cause rejection. Pin hair back or tuck it behind your ears so your full face from forehead to chin is clearly visible.

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Using an Old Photo

The photo must reflect how you look right now — taken within the last 6 months. Don't reuse photos from previous passport applications or ID cards. Take a fresh one here in under a minute.

How to Take a Perfect Colombian Passport Photo

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1. Take Your Photo

Stand in front of a plain white wall or hang a white sheet. Face the camera straight on — no tilting. Use a well-lit room or natural daylight. Have someone hold the camera at your eye level.

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2. Upload & Process

Upload the photo here and our AI will crop to the exact 4×5 cm Colombian passport format, replace the background with compliant white, and optimize for Cancillería requirements.

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3. Download & Print

Download the file and print 2-4 copies on photo paper at any Éxito, Alkosto, or local photo lab. Take them along with your cédula when applying at any Cancillería office in Colombia.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a Colombian passport photo? ▼
Colombian passport photos are 4cm × 5cm (40×50mm) — slightly larger than the international standard. This is the format required by Cancillería for both the pasaporte regular and the pasaporte ejecutivo. Don't confuse it with the 3×4 cm cédula photo size.
Can I take the photo with my phone? ▼
Yes. Your smartphone works perfectly. Just make sure you use the back camera (not the selfie camera), hold it at face level, and have good lighting. Don't use zoom — it reduces quality. Upload the photo here and the tool does the rest.
Do I need different photos for passport and cédula? ▼
Yes — the Colombian passport uses a 4×5cm photo while the cédula de ciudadanía uses 3×4cm. They have the same background and expression rules, but the print size is different. Our tool has separate presets for each document.
Where can I apply for a Colombian passport? ▼
In Colombia, apply at any Cancillería office or authorized Gobernación location. Abroad, visit your nearest Colombian consulate. You'll need your cédula, the application form, payment receipt, and your photos ready.
Is VisaPicPro free for Colombian passports? ▼
100% free. No registration required, no watermarks, no hidden costs. Photo shops in Colombia charge COP $10,000–25,000 for passport photos. Save that money and create yours at home in under a minute.

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