Cuba Biometric Photo Size
51×51 mm (2×2 inch), ICAO 9303
How should a Cuba passport photo look?
The standard photo size for the Cuban electronic passport (pasaporte electrónico) and carnet de identidad (national ID card) is 51×51 mm. Cuba introduced biometric e-passports in 2019. A plain white background is mandatory and the photo must have been taken no more than 6 months before the application date.
Photo Size
51×51 mm (2×2 inch)
Head size
70-80%
Eye Position
56% from bottom
Top Margin
3-5 mm
Background Color
White
Standard
ICAO 9303
Real 51×51 mm (2×2 inch) Biometric Photo Example for Cuba
See the top of the head, pupil line, and bottom of the chin on a real PhotoID Studio output.
Photo Size
51 × 51 mm
Head size
%70
Eye Position
%60.5 from bottom
Requirements may vary by document type. Check the official authority's current rules for Cuba before applying.
Requirements & Notes
Cuban photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.
Issuing authorities: MININT and Dirección de Inmigración
The Ministerio del Interior (MININT) oversees passport and identity document processing. The Dirección de Inmigración y Extranjería is directly responsible for passport applications. Applications are submitted at immigration offices across the country.
Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio
PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your uploaded photo to the 51×51 mm Cuban passport specification. The face-detection algorithm verifies head height and position, then produces a print-ready JPEG. You can print the result at any photo shop.
Tips for a compliant photo
Take the photo in front of a plain white or very light-coloured wall with even lighting. Face the camera directly and keep a neutral expression. Avoid flash. Ensure your hair does not cover your face.
Common rejection reasons
• Non-white background or shadows on the background. • Glasses, hat, or accessories (unless required for religious reasons). • Hair or jewellery partially covering the face. • Blurry, overexposed, or low-resolution image. • Photo taken more than 6 months before the application date.
Photo cost and the PhotoID Studio advantage
Biometric photo prices at studios in Cuba vary. A single PhotoID Studio annual subscription lets you prepare compliant photos for all your documents with one tool.
Used For
- Passport
- ID card
- Visa
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Frequently asked questions
- When did Cuba introduce its e-passport?
Cuba began issuing biometric chip-enabled electronic passports (pasaporte electrónico) in 2019.
- Are glasses allowed in a Cuban passport photo?
No. Photos without glasses are required; photos with glasses are generally rejected.
- How recent must the photo be?
Photos taken no more than 6 months before the application date are accepted.
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