Peruvian National ID Photo Requirements
Prepare your photo for your Peruvian Documento Nacional de Identidad electronico by following official standards. The tool above helps you format your image to the correct size.
Official Size and Measurements
RENIEC’s photo annex gives the passport photo size as 35 by 43 millimetres, or about 1.38 by 1.69 inches[1]. It also says the photo should be in color, frontal, and current, with a neutral expression and no shadows or retouching[1].
The authority does not set a specific rule for head height in millimetres[1]. Even without a strict head height requirement, you should center your face clearly and keep your head straight so the picture looks balanced and meets general framing expectations. Leave a small, balanced amount of space around your shoulders and the top of your head to maintain a clean presentation.
Background and Lighting Rules
You must use a smooth, non-porous, plain white background for your picture[1]. Do not use patterned walls, textured sheets, or colored backdrops, because any patterns or off-white tones can cause your application to be refused. Make sure the background is evenly lit so there are no dark spots, shadows, or harsh lines behind you.
The photo must be in color and show you from a frontal angle[1]. Your image needs a neutral expression without any shadows or digital retouching[1]. Stand facing a window or use soft, indirect lighting to avoid heavy shadows on your face or behind your head. Avoid filters or touch-up tools, as the authority explicitly prohibits retouching.
Expression, Glasses and Headwear
RENIEC requires a neutral, non-smiling expression and a frontal photo[1]. The annex does not specify a mouth-closed or eyes-open rule.
Eyeglasses are only allowed when they are medically essential[2][1]. If you must wear glasses for medical reasons, make sure the frames do not hide your eyes and the lenses produce no glare, reflections, or tinted shadows. Headwear is permitted strictly for religious or medical reasons, and it must not cover any part of your face from the bottom of your chin to the top of your forehead[1].
Who Takes the Photo and Age Rules
RENIEC can take the photo at equipped service centers from age seven. If the office does not offer photo capture, bring a printed passport-size photo[2].
For children under seven, bring a printed passport-size photo unless the office offers photo capture[2]. The photo should include the child’s shoulders[1].
Printed and Digital Submission
RENIEC’s instructions vary by service. For DNI photo capture, RENIEC takes the photo at equipped centers; if the center lacks photo capture, bring a printed passport-size photo[2].
When you need a physical print, you can set up your cropped picture on a standard 4 by 6 inch sheet to print at a local photo kiosk. Printing your photo on a standard sheet provides an affordable way to get a physical copy ready for your appointment.
Steps to Prepare Your Photo
Start by taking a picture against a plain white wall using a digital camera or smartphone. Ask someone else to take the picture for you while keeping the camera at your eye level about one to one and a half metres away. Good posture and a steady camera help produce a clear, distortion-free image.
Upload your picture to the tool above to crop it to the required 35 by 43 millimetres[1]. Check that your face is centered, the lighting is even, and you meet all the official rules before you print or submit your file.
Frequently asked questions
What is the exact size for a DNIe photo?
The official size is 35 by 43 millimetres, or 1.38 by 1.69 inches[1].
Can I wear eyeglasses in the picture?
What are the rules for children's photos?
Does the authority take the photo for me?
What background color must I use?
You must use a smooth, non-porous, plain white background[1].