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Dominican Republic Visa Photo Size

Visa applications require 40×50 mm; passports use a 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) square format. White background required.

Scale diagram40 × 50 mm
Top of head%14.2
Pupil line%44.0
Bottom of chin%73.8

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

Photo Size

40×50 mm

Background Color
White
Head size
50-69%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
1-1.4 inch

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 Dominican Republic visa photo look?

The required photo size for a Dominican Republic passport and cédula de identidad y electoral is 51×51 mm (2×2 inches): a square format identical to the US and Canadian standard, and different from the rectangular Schengen format. A plain white background is mandatory. The cédula de identidad y electoral is the country's primary identity document.

Issuing authorities: JCE and Cancillería

The Junta Central Electoral (JCE) issues the cédula de identidad y electoral. Passport applications are managed by the Cancillería (Ministry of Foreign Affairs). Both institutions require photos in the 51×51 mm square format with a white background.

Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio

PhotoID Studio supports all photo sizes including the 51×51 mm square format required for the Dominican Republic. After uploading your photo, the app automatically crops, resizes, and produces a print-ready 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 wall with even lighting. Face the camera directly and keep a neutral expression. Avoid flash. Make sure the 51×51 mm square crop is applied correctly during the preparation step.

Common rejection reasons

• Non-white background or shadows on the background. • Wrong size: a 35×45 mm photo will be rejected: the correct size is 51×51 mm square. • Glasses, hat, or accessories (unless required for religious reasons). • Hair or jewellery partially covering the face. • Blurry or low-resolution image.

Photo cost and the PhotoID Studio advantage

Biometric photo prices at studios in the Dominican Republic typically range from DOP 100 to DOP 300. A single PhotoID Studio annual subscription lets you prepare correctly sized photos for both the cédula and the passport.

Frequently asked questions

Why does the Dominican Republic use the 2×2 inch square format?

The Dominican Republic follows the 51×51 mm (2×2 inch) square format adopted by countries such as the US and Canada. This differs from the 35×45 mm rectangular format used in Schengen countries.

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

Yes. Both the JCE and the Cancillería apply the same 51×51 mm format, so a single compliant photo can be used for both applications.

Are glasses allowed in the passport photo?

No. Dominican Republic authorities do not accept photos with glasses.

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