Chile Passport Photo Size & Requirements

Official photo size: 45 x 45 mm (1.8 x 1.8 inches) at 300 DPI

Photo Specifications

Width45mm (531px)
Height45mm (531px)
BackgroundWhite
Head Size70-80%
Resolution300 DPI
File FormatJPEG or PNG

Overview

Chile requires a 4.5x4.5 cm (531x531 pixels at 300 DPI) square passport photo with a plain white background, administered by the Servicio de Registro Civil e Identificación (Civil Registry). Chile is one of the few countries in the Americas that uses a square photo format, shared with the United States but at a slightly larger dimension. The Civil Registry captures photos on-site for in-person applications at their offices throughout Chile, but applicants at consulates abroad must supply their own photos. The photo must show a neutral expression with both eyes open and clearly visible, and no glasses are permitted.

Plain white background with no shadows, patterns, or gradients

Requirements

  • Photo dimensions must be exactly 4.5x4.5 cm (531x531 pixels at 300 DPI)
  • Background must be plain white with uniform illumination
  • Full frontal face with neutral expression and mouth closed
  • Both eyes open and clearly visible, looking directly at the camera
  • No glasses, sunglasses, or tinted lenses permitted
  • No hats or head coverings unless for documented religious reasons
  • Photo must be taken within the last 6 months
  • Image must be in sharp focus with natural skin tones and no filters

Common Rejection Reasons

  • Photo not in the required 4.5x4.5 cm square format
  • Background not plain white or containing visible shadows or texture
  • Wearing glasses or any eyewear in the photo
  • Head tilted or rotated, not in a full frontal position
  • Photo showing signs of digital retouching or filter application
  • Facial expression not neutral or eyes closed or looking away

Tips

  • For domestic applications, photos are captured at Civil Registry offices, so arrive with a dark collared shirt for contrast
  • For consular applications abroad, confirm the square 4.5x4.5 cm format with the specific consulate before printing
  • Remove earrings, necklaces, and any accessories near the face before the photo session
  • If taking the photo at home, use a tripod and timer to ensure the camera is at exact eye level
  • Print on glossy or semi-glossy photo paper at 300 DPI for the sharpest result

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