🇨🇷Costa Rica Passport Photo for $1
Get a compliant 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 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
413×531px 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 Passport Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8") |
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px (min) to 826 × 1062 px (max) |
| Background | White |
| Head size | Head should occupy 70-80% of the frame height, from chin to crown |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect passport 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 — Remove glasses unless you have a doctor's statement for medical necessity
Wrong background color — Background must be plain white with no patterns, shadows, or textures
Incorrect head position — Head must be straight and facing directly at the camera
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months showing your current appearance
Face partially covered — No hats, caps, or accessories that obscure facial features
Shadows on face — Photo must be evenly lit without shadows on face or background
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 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 413×531px to 826×1062px |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (7:9) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Costa Rica passport photo?
Costa Rica passport photos are 35x45mm (3.5x4.5cm). This is the standard European/ICAO format, different from the US 2x2 inch format.
Do I need to bring photos when applying for a Costa Rica passport?
No. For Costa Rican citizens, photos are taken directly at the Dirección General de Migración y Extranjería offices, banks, or Correos de Costa Rica. You don't need to bring your own photos for passport applications.
Can I wear glasses in my Costa Rica passport photo?
No. You must remove glasses for your passport photo. The only exception is if you have a doctor's statement proving medical necessity, and the glasses must not cause glare or obscure your eyes.
Can I smile in my Costa Rica passport photo?
No. You must have a neutral facial expression with your mouth closed. Smiling, laughing, or frowning is not allowed.
What's the difference between Costa Rica and US passport photo sizes?
Costa Rica uses the 35x45mm European format while the US uses 2x2 inches (51x51mm). Make sure you select the correct country when creating your photo.
Ready to create your passport photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
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Related Documents
Official source: https://migracion.go.cr/pasaportes/