Photo Requirements

• Size: 35×45mm (413×531 px at 300 DPI)
• Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
• Background: plain white, no shadows
• Full face visible, neutral expression
• No glasses, no headwear
• Photo taken within the last 6 months

How to Use This Tool

1. Upload a front-facing photo with good lighting.
2. Zoom and move in until the face oval guide aligns with your face.
3. Click Center Face to auto-position the crop, then Straighten to level your eyes.
4. Make final adjustments — drag the image and fine-tune the tilt if needed.
5. Click Apply, then Remove Background for a clean white backdrop.
6. Review the Photo Analysis panel to verify biometric compliance — it checks eye openness, neutral expression, and head angle, with hints for any corrections.
7. Download and present at your SRE appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a Mexican passport photo?

Mexican passport photos must be 35mm wide by 45mm tall with a plain white background, per SRE requirements.

Can I use this for a Mexican visa or US ESTA?

Yes. The 35×45mm format is used for Mexican passports. For US visa applications, use our US Visa Photo tool.

Are glasses allowed in Mexican passport photos?

No. The SRE requires no glasses in biometric passport photos.

Is this photo accepted at Mexican consulates abroad?

Yes. Mexican consulates outside Mexico follow the same SRE photo requirements as domestic passport offices: 35×45mm, white background, face centred, no glasses.

What is the SRE appointment process for a Mexican passport?

Passport renewals are handled by the Secretaría de Relaciones Exteriores at delegaciones in Mexico or at consulates abroad. You bring two physical prints of your 35×45mm photo to the appointment.

What is the pixel size of a Mexican passport photo?

A Mexican passport photo at 300 DPI is 413×531 pixels (35×45mm). SRE requires a plain white background with no shadows.