🇨🇷Costa Rica ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 40 × 45 mm (1.6" × 1.8") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
472×531px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
Costa Rica ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 40 × 45 mm (1.6" × 1.8") |
| Digital size | 472 × 531 px (min) to 944 × 1062 px (max) |
| Background | White |
| Head size | Face and eyes must be clearly visible and distinguishable |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | No |
How It Works
Get your perfect id card photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Wearing glasses — Glasses are not allowed unless they do not obscure or distort facial features
Ears not visible — Long hair must be pulled back to show ears clearly
Wrong background — Background must be plain white with no shadows or patterns
Facial features obscured — Face and eyes must be clearly visible and distinguishable
Smiling or wrong expression — Must have neutral expression with mouth closed
Photo too old — Must be a recent photograph showing current appearance
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 40 × 45 mm (1.6" × 1.8").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Costa Rica cédula ID photo?
The Costa Rica cédula (national ID card) requires a photo measuring 40x45mm (4cm × 4.5cm), which is standard passport size in Costa Rica.
Can I wear glasses in my Costa Rica cédula photo?
No, glasses are generally not allowed. The TSE (Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones) only permits glasses if they do not obscure or distort your facial features in a way that prevents identification.
What background color is required for the cédula photo?
A plain white background is required for consular applications. The TSE requires that your clothing should not be the same color as the background.
Do I need to show my ears in the photo?
Yes, ears must be visible. If you have long hair, you must pull it back to show your ears clearly.
How does Costa Rica cédula photo compare to US passport photo?
Costa Rica cédula photos are 40x45mm, while US passport photos are 2×2 inches (51×51mm). Both require white background, neutral expression, and no glasses.
Where do I apply for a Costa Rica cédula?
You must apply in person at a Tribunal Supremo de Elecciones (TSE) office in Costa Rica or at a Costa Rican consulate if abroad. The service is free for first-time applicants.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://www.tse.go.cr/pdf/normativa/fotografiascedulaidentidad.pdf