Mexico visa photo size and requirements

Mexico visa at a consulate

The photo rules for the Mexico visa at a consulate in plain words, from consulmex.sre.gob.mx. In short: 31 × 39 mm print.

Note: Check the photo rules with your consulate before you print.

Requirements

Printed photo: 31 × 39 mm (1.22 × 1.54 in)
Head height: The rules give no exact head size
Background: Plain and even: white
Glasses: No glasses
Expression: Neutral, mouth closed
Selfies: Not stated. A photo someone else takes is safest
Print sheets in PassPic: 4 × 6 in, 10 × 15 cm, A4, Letter

Source: consulmex.sre.gob.mx, last checked 14 October 2026.

“fotografía tamaño pasaporte a color (39 x 31 mm o 2 x 2 pulgadas”

Common mistakes

A busy or uneven background, or one that isn't white.
Wearing glasses.
A smile with the mouth open, or any expression that isn't neutral.
A photo that was retouched, filtered or had its background replaced.

PassPic can't measure some things, so check them yourself: glasses, head coverings and hair over the eyes.

How PassPic helps

PassPic checks your photo against these rules on your phone and marks each check Passed, Check or Fix, with a one-line tip. It crops and scales the photo to size and never changes your face or your background. Your photo is checked on your phone and never uploaded.

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We can't promise that any office will accept a photo; the issuing authority decides. Rules change, so read consulmex.sre.gob.mx before you send your photo. PassPic is an independent app. Not affiliated with any government.