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Paraguay Passport Photo Size & Requirements

Paraguay passport photo requirements follow ICAO biometric standards but are enforced by Paraguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division. In this guide, you can confirm the exact 35×45 mm size, 413×531 pixel output at 300 DPI, the required white background, and the fastest way to prepare a compliant image before submitting your Paraguay passport application. A key local rule to remember is: Paraguay requires a 35×45 mm colour photo on a white background, corresponding to 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI in the digital upload.

Use ImageGates to resize your image to exactly 35×45 mm (413×531 px) with a white background. This guide also covers where applicants usually submit their documents, which local rules cause the most rejections, and which related country pages to compare before you apply.

Official Paraguay passport photo rules

Paraguay requires a 35×45 mm colour photo on a white background, corresponding to 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI in the digital upload.
Los solicitantes deberán quitarse las gafas, lentes de contacto de colores y cualquier accesorio para el cabello que altere el contorno del rostro.
Paraguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division accepts photos taken within the last 6 months that accurately reflect your current appearance, including recent facial hair, glasses frames or hairstyle changes.
Two identical prints on photographic paper are used for the paper file, in addition to the digital upload used by the biometric enrolment system.

Common mistakes in Paraguay passport photos

Ordering an off-spec size — the international 35×45 mm default is not 35×45 mm used by Paraguay, and studios often print the wrong size unless the exact dimensions are stated in millimetres.
Fotos tomadas con una lámpara de escritorio de color blanco cálido que aleja el tono de la piel de la referencia: las oficinas de pasaportes latinoamericanas frecuentemente señalan el color en el mostrador de inscripción.
Uploading a photo whose background reads as off-white or cream once compressed — always verify the RGB values before submitting.
Submitting a photo older than 6 months even if you look the same — Paraguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division matches EXIF dates against the application date when available.

Passport vs visa photo differences in Paraguay

The passport photo in Paraguay is 35×45 mm, while the visa photo is 35×45 mm. The size is the same for both documents, but you should still verify the specific submission rules for the visa application. You can also compare the alternate document on the dedicated Página de fotografía para la visa Paraguay.

Países populares

Estados Unidos Canadá Reino Unido India Zona Schengen

Related countries

Argentina (40×40 mm)Brasil (50×70 mm)Uruguay (35×45 mm)

Preguntas frecuentes

Where do I apply for a passport in Paraguay?
Paraguay nationals apply through Paraguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division at the nearest passport office. Payment is usually made online before the appointment. Booking an appointment online first is standard practice and rarely optional.

Is a white background required in Paraguay passport photos?
Yes. Paraguay Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division requires a white background at the 35×45 mm print size. Substituting another colour or an off-white tone triggers rejection at the biometric pre-check even when the framing and lighting are otherwise correct.

¿Cuál es el tamaño de la foto del pasaporte oficial de Paraguay?
The official Paraguay passport photo size is 35×45 mm, which equals 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI.

What background is required for a Paraguay passport photo?
Paraguay passport photos require a white background with even lighting, no patterns, and no visible shadows.