What size is a Mexican passport photo?

Mexican passport photos must be 35×45mm (1.4×1.8 inches) with a white background.

Can I take my own Mexico passport photo?

Yes! You can take your own photo and use our free tool to crop it to the exact 35×45mm size required by SRE.

Mexico Passport Photo Size & Requirements

Q: Can I wear glasses in my Mexican passport photo?

No, glasses have not been allowed in Mexican passport photos since 2018. This applies even to prescription glasses.

Mexico Passport Photo Requirements

Last updated: February 2026 | By Prabir Sarkar

Create your perfect foto para pasaporte in seconds – guaranteed to be accepted by SRE (Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores).

Quick Overview: Foto Para Pasaporte Mexicano

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Photo Size

35 × 45 mm

1.4 × 1.8 inches

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Background

White

Plain, no patterns

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Digital Size

413 × 531 px

At 300 DPI

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Photo Age

6 months

Must be recent

¡Hola, amigo! 🌮 Whether you're renewing your Mexican passport, applying for the first time, or need photos for your visa tramite, getting the right foto credencial is essential.

Mexico follows the standard 35×45mm format used by most countries worldwide. The Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores (SRE) has specific requirements that we've built right into our free tool.

What Documents Need Mexican Photo?

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Pasaporte Mexicano

Mexican passport - 10 years for adults, 3 years for minors

See requirements →

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INE Credential

Voter ID card - most important Mexican ID document

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Mexico Visa

For foreigners visiting or residing in Mexico

See requirements →

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Residencia Temporal/Permanente

Temporary or permanent residence permits from INM

How to Take Your Mexico Passport Photo

Find good lighting

Natural daylight works best. Avoid harsh shadows on your face.

Use a white background

A plain white wall or sheet works perfectly. Or use our AI background removal!

Upload to VisaPicPro

Select "Mexico Passport" preset and let us do the rest!

Download & Print

Get your perfect 35×45mm photo ready for SRE.

SRE Photo Guidelines

Official Requirements (Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores)

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✓ Face the camera directly
✓ Keep neutral expression
✓ Both ears visible
✓ Eyes open and visible
✓ Remove glasses
✓ White background only

DON'T

✗ Smile with teeth showing
✗ Wear hats or headwear
✗ Use filters or edits
✗ Cover face with hair
✗ Shadows on face
✗ Colored backgrounds

Frequently Asked Questions

¿Cuánto mide la foto para pasaporte mexicano?

The Mexican passport photo size is 35×45mm (3.5×4.5cm). This is the standard international size also used by countries in Europe and much of Asia.

Can I wear glasses in my Mexican passport photo?

No, glasses are not allowed in Mexican passport photos. This applies even if you normally wear prescription glasses - you must remove them for the photo.

How much does a Mexican passport cost in 2026?

The Mexican passport fee varies by validity: approximately $1,845 MXN for 3 years, $2,430 MXN for 6 years, and $3,540 MXN for 10 years. Prices may vary - check gob.mx for current fees.

Where do I apply for a Mexican passport?

You can apply at any SRE office in Mexico or at Mexican consulates abroad. Make an appointment online at gob.mx/sre and bring your required documents, including compliant photos.

Mexico Passport Photo Guide — SRE Requirements Decoded

Mexico's Same-Day Passport — If Your Photo Is Right

Mexico has one of the fastest passport issuance systems in the world. Walk into a Delegación de la Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores (SRE) with your documents and a compliant photo, and you can walk out with your passport the same day. The entire process — from biometrics to printing — can happen in a single visit. But that speed only works if your photo passes the first screening. A rejected photo means rebooking a cita (appointment), which can push you back days or weeks depending on demand.

SRE requires 35×45mm photos with a white background. The photo must be "reciente" — recent, meaning taken within the last 30 days. Mexico has also banned glasses in passport photos since 2018. No tinted lenses, no prescription frames, no sunglasses pushed up on your head. And unlike some Latin American countries that are relaxed about expression, Mexico requires a fully neutral face — boca cerrada (mouth closed), no teeth showing.

SRE Offices Across Mexico

Delegación Tlatelolco — Plaza Juárez 20, Col. Centro, CDMX. The main national headquarters.
Delegación Polanco — Calle Homero 213, Polanco, CDMX. Generally shorter wait times than Tlatelolco.
Delegación Monterrey — Av. Constitución Oriente 150, Centro, Monterrey
Delegación Guadalajara — Calle Alcalde 500, Zona Centro, Guadalajara
Consulado de México en Los Angeles — 2401 W 6th Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057
Consulado de México en Chicago — 204 South Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60607

There are over 40 delegaciones in Mexico and nearly 50 consulates in the United States alone — the largest consular network of any country in the US. Appointments are booked at citas.sre.gob.mx.

Photo Problems That Delay Your Cita

Glasses worn in the photo — The 2018 ban is strict. Even clear frames with no lenses will be rejected. Remove everything from your face.
Photo older than 30 days — Mexico's "reciente" window is one of the shortest in the world. That photo you took 2 months ago for a US visa? Too old for SRE.
Beauty filters applied — SRE officers cross-reference your submitted photo against the biometric capture at the office. Filtered photos create a visible mismatch.
Background not uniformly white — Walls, sheets, or backdrops with any texture, shadow, or tint are rejected. The white must be clean and consistent.
Photo too small or cropped wrong — Face should take up 70-80% of the frame. Passport-booth photos sometimes crop too tightly around the head.

Cost Tiers

Mexico offers four passport validity options, each at a different price: 1-year emergency (MXN $1,345), 3-year (MXN $1,810), 6-year (MXN $2,680), and 10-year (MXN $3,580). The 10-year option is the best value for frequent travelers. All domestic processing is typically same-day. Consular applications abroad cost approximately $49-157 USD depending on validity and take 4-6 weeks.