Spanish passport photo requirements (26×32 mm)

Educational summary for travelers and applicants; not legal advice. Compare every detail with the issuing authority’s current checklist before you submit.

Double-check renewal instructions; some procedures may reference updated biometric standards. The My New ID Photo preset for this document is 26×32 mm, matching the dimensions in our built-in specification table.

Small format

26 mm × 32 mm color photograph with face sized according to official diagrams.

Visibility

Frontal pose, neutral background, clear view of facial features.

Quality

Sharp print suitable for scanning; no damage or creases.

Making this photo in My New ID Photo

Pick Spain and Passport for the 26×32 mm passport-book format (smaller than generic Schengen visa). Do not use a Schengen 35×45 crop—select this preset explicitly. Ensure high print sharpness; the image is physically small.

Official sources

The following links point to official or primary sources we use to summarize size, composition, and quality rules. Third-party pages are listed only when they reproduce the same standards (for example ICAO). Always read the latest version on the authority’s site before you submit an application.

Disclaimer: Requirements change. Verify dimensions, file format, and expression rules on the official source linked from your application portal before submission.

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