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Colombia Visa Photo Size

Colombian photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Scale diagram30 × 40 mm
Top of head%6.5
Pupil line%44.0
Bottom of chin%81.5

The diagram shows the required framing for Colombia at true proportions: head height and eye line are drawn from the official ratios.

Photo Size

30×40 mm

Background Color
White
Head size
70-80%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm

ICAO 9303

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Used For

  • Passport
  • Cedula identity
  • Visa

With the PhotoID Studio desktop app you can create a custom photo size for any document used in any country, save it as a preset, and reuse your saved preset with a single click.

Always verify the size before an official application

The information here reflects the sizes commonly accepted for visa applications. Authorities can change photo requirements without prior notice, and different documents in the same country (passport, ID card, driving licence, residence permit) may require different sizes. Check the current guidance of the authority you are applying to before preparing your photo.

How should a Colombia visa photo look?

The required photo size for a Colombian passport and the cédula de ciudadanía (national ID card) is 30×40 mm. A plain white background is mandatory and photos must comply with ICAO biometric standards. Only photos taken within 6 months of the application date are accepted. The cédula de ciudadanía is Colombia's primary identity document and contains biometric data.

Issuing authorities: Migración Colombia and Cancillería

Passport applications are handled by the Cancillería (Ministry of Foreign Affairs). The Registraduría Nacional del Estado Civil manages cédula de ciudadanía applications. Migración Colombia is responsible for visas and immigration matters. Both institutions enforce specific photo standards.

Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio

PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your uploaded photo to the 30×40 mm Colombian specification. The face-detection algorithm verifies head height and position, then produces a print-ready or digital JPEG. You can print the result at any photo shop or on your own printer.

Tips for a compliant photo

Take the photo in front of a plain white or light-coloured wall in a well-lit environment. Face the camera directly and keep a neutral expression. Avoid using flash; natural or soft diffused lighting is preferred. Remember to remove your glasses.

Common rejection reasons

• Non-white background or shadows on the background. • Glasses, hat, or head covering (unless required for religious reasons). • Hair, glasses frames, or accessories partially covering the face. • Overexposure, low resolution, or blurry image. • Photo taken more than 6 months before the application date.

Photo cost and the PhotoID Studio advantage

A biometric photo at a studio in Colombia typically costs between COP 5,000 and COP 15,000. A single PhotoID Studio annual subscription lets you prepare compliant photos for unlimited countries, eliminating studio visits every time you renew a document.

Frequently asked questions

What background colour is required for a Colombian passport photo?

A plain white background is mandatory. Grey or coloured backgrounds are rejected by the Cancillería.

Can the same photo be used for the cédula and the passport?

Yes. Both documents share the 30×40 mm ICAO standard, so a single compliant photo can be used for both applications.

How recent must the photo be?

Colombian authorities accept photos taken no more than 6 months before the application date.

Similar Sizes

RO

Romania

30×40 mm

UA

Ukraine

30×40 mm

MN

Mongolia

30×40 mm

IR

Iran

30×40 mm

ET

Ethiopia

30×40 mm

AO

Angola

30×40 mm

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