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Argentina Passport Photo Size & Requirements
Argentina passport photo requirements follow ICAO biometric standards but are enforced by Argentina Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division. In this guide, you can confirm the exact 40×40 mm size, 472×472 pixel output at 300 DPI, the required white background, and the fastest way to prepare a compliant image before submitting your Argentina passport application. A key local rule to remember is: Argentina requires a 40×40 mm square colour photo on a white background, corresponding to 472×472 pixels at 300 DPI in the digital upload.
Use ImageGates to resize your image to exactly 40×40 mm (472×472 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 Argentina passport photo rules
- Argentina requires a 40×40 mm square colour photo on a white background, corresponding to 472×472 pixels at 300 DPI in the digital upload.
- Les candidats doivent retirer les lunettes, les lentilles de contact colorées et tout accessoire capillaire modifiant le contour du visage.
- Argentina 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.
- One print on photographic paper are used for the paper file, in addition to the digital upload used by the biometric enrolment system.
Common mistakes in Argentina passport photos
- Ordering an off-spec size — the international 35×45 mm default is not 40×40 mm used by Argentina, and studios often print the wrong size unless the exact dimensions are stated in millimetres.
- Photos prises avec une lampe de bureau blanc chaud qui éloigne le teint de la référence – les bureaux des passeports d'Amérique latine signalent fréquemment la couleur dominante au comptoir d'inscription.
- 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 — Argentina 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 Argentina
The passport photo in Argentina is 40×40 mm, while the visa photo is 35×45 mm. That size difference is enough to trigger rejection if you upload the wrong file, so always double-check which document you are preparing. You can also compare the alternate document on the dedicated Page de photos du visa Argentine.
Pays populaires
États-UnisCanadaRoyaume-UniIndeEspace Schengen
Related countries
Brésil (50×70 mm)Chili (35×45 mm)Mexique (35×45 mm)
Questions fréquentes
Where do I apply for a passport in Argentina?
Argentina nationals apply through Argentina 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 Argentina passport photos?
Yes. Argentina Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Cancillería / Ministério das Relações Exteriores) — Passport Division requires a white background at the 40×40 mm print size (square format). Substituting another colour or an off-white tone triggers rejection at the biometric pre-check even when the framing and lighting are otherwise correct.
Quelle est la taille officielle d'une photo d'identité pour le Argentine ?
The official Argentina passport photo size is 40×40 mm, which equals 472×472 pixels at 300 DPI.
What background is required for a Argentina passport photo?
Argentina passport photos require a white background with even lighting, no patterns, and no visible shadows.