Peruvian Driving Licence Photo Requirements and Guidelines
Getting your Peruvian driving licence requires a clear, correctly sized photo that meets regional standards. This guide explains the official rules so you can prepare your picture properly.
Understanding Size and Measurement Rules
The MTC does not publish a single official photo size for this licence. For specified provincial procedures involving foreign applicants, it asks for a passport-size photo; 35 by 45 millimetres is a practical estimate, not an official Peruvian measurement[1][2].
Rules and exact expectations can vary depending on your specific applicant category and the region where you process your paperwork[1][2]. Because regional offices may have unique local preferences, you must always confirm the exact measurements with your issuing office before you finalize your application[1][2].
You can use the tool above to crop your image to this common size for your convenience.
Background and Lighting Requirements
For specified provincial procedures involving foreign applicants, the authority requires a passport-size color photo on a white background[1][2].
To achieve this at home, find a plain white wall with no texture or patterns. Stand a short distance away from the wall to prevent your shadow from falling behind you.
Face a bright window to get soft, even natural light across your entire face. Avoid overhead lights that cast deep shadows under your nose or chin, and do not use a harsh camera flash.
Rules for Glasses, Face, and Headwear
For the specified procedures involving foreign applicants, the authority says not to wear glasses in the photo[1][2].
The cited sources do not specify rules about headwear[1][2]. Check with the authority handling your application.
The authority also leaves the head height measurement open, meaning head height is not set by the authority[1][2]. Keep your facial features clear and visible at all times.
Step-by-Step Guide to Taking Your Photo at Home
Taking your own photo at home is simple if you follow a few practical steps. First, ask a friend or family member to take the picture for you instead of attempting a selfie, which distorts facial proportions.
Position the camera at your exact eye level, about one to one and a half meters away from your face. Look straight into the camera lens and maintain a neutral, relaxed posture with your shoulders square and centered in the frame.
Take several test shots so you can check the lighting, expression, and overall clarity before choosing the final image to prepare with the tool above.
Submission Options and File Details
Electronic licences are available for eligible categories through the official online service[3]. Photo and submission requirements may vary by applicant and region[1][2].
Photo procedures vary. The cited sources do not establish who takes the photo in each region[1][2]. Check with the office handling your application about whether you need a print.
The tool above helps you prepare your file easily for printing at any local photo kiosk.
Common Reasons Photos Are Refused
For the specified procedures involving foreign applicants, the authority says not to wear glasses in the photo[1][2].
The cited sources do not list these as reasons for rejection. For the specified procedures, use a color passport-size photo on a white background and do not wear glasses[1][2].
Always review your image against the official regional requirements before you submit your final application documents.