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Ecuador Visa Photo Size

Ecuadorian photo follows ICAO standards. White background required.

Scale diagram50 × 50 mm
Top of head%6.5
Pupil line%44.0
Bottom of chin%81.5

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

Photo Size

50×50 mm

5×5 cm

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 Ecuador visa photo look?

The standard photo size for an Ecuadorian passport and cédula de ciudadanía (national ID card) is 50×50 mm. The photo must have a plain white background and comply with ICAO biometric standards. The cédula de ciudadanía is Ecuador's primary identity document. Photos taken more than 6 months before the application date are not accepted.

Issuing authorities: Registro Civil and Cancillería

The Dirección General de Registro Civil, Identificación y Cedulación manages cédula de ciudadanía applications. Passport applications are handled by the Cancillería (Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Migration). Both institutions require a 50×50 mm biometric photo with a white background.

Preparing your photo with PhotoID Studio

PhotoID Studio automatically crops and resizes your uploaded photo to the 50×50 mm Ecuadorian specification. Face detection verifies head height and position, then the app produces a print-ready or digital JPEG.

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. Remove your glasses and 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 Ecuador typically range from USD 1 to USD 3. A single PhotoID Studio annual subscription lets you prepare compliant photos for both the cédula and the passport without visiting a studio.

Frequently asked questions

Are glasses allowed in an Ecuadorian passport photo?

No. Both the Cancillería and the Registro Civil reject photos with glasses. You must remove your glasses before taking the photo.

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

Yes. Both documents share the 50×50 mm ICAO standard, so a single compliant photo can be used for both applications.

How recent must the photo be?

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

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