Costa Rica Passport/Visa Photo Requirements and Size

The process of acquiring a Costa Rica passport is not overly complicated. You must, however, provide the issuing authority with the necessary documentation.

Photo specs

Required photo size: 4.5 cm in height and 3.5 cm in width. The head must occupy 60-70% of the picture’s surface

The photo you submit must be in color

Head size and position: keep your head straight to the camera

Recency: must be as recent as 6 months

Background: white

Smile: no

Eyes: must be clearly visible

Your ears should appear in the photo

The picture must not be blurry

Glasses: only acceptable if they do not obstruct your eyes

Headgear: as a rule, no. Exceptions are possible for religious purposes

Dimensions and size (pixels): at least 600 dpi

Attire, clothing, dress code: avoid white clothes

Beard: it is allowed only if it reflects your everyday look

Quantity needed in application: 2