Venezuelan emergency travel document (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Measurements

The cited consular page calls for carnet-size photos but does not state their exact dimensions^[1]. Confirm the required size with the consular office before printing your images.

The studio uses the size most often asked for, which is 35 by 45 mm, but because the authority publishes no single official size, checking beforehand is very important^[1].

The cited page does not give exact dimensions or a head-height measurement for the photos^[1]. Because of this, staying in touch with the issuing office helps you get the right measurements before you spend money on professional prints.

Background and Print Requirements

You must provide two recent carnet-size photographs printed on photographic paper^[1]. The rules state that you need a white background^[1].

Do not use digital filters, shadows, or background patterns behind you. Keep the background plain and evenly lit so your features stand out clearly against the white surface.

Make sure your prints are fresh and clearly show your face without ink smudges, creases, or fading. Photographic paper gives the clear finish that consular staff expect to see on physical documents.

How Photos Are Captured

The cited page requires two recent printed photos^[1].

The source lists requirements for the Documento de Viaje^[1].

Even when the office takes the photo directly, you can still use the tool above to rehearse, check a photo, or prepare a copy for other uses, without claiming it will be accepted.

Preparing your documents ahead of time helps your appointment go smoothly when you visit the consular office in person.

Rules for Children and Infants

For an application for a child, the cited page additionally requires a legible copy of the birth certificate^[1].

Despite the age of the applicant, the photo count and format remain the same^[1]. You still need to supply two carnet-size photos on photographic paper with a white background^[1].

Taking a photo of a young child at home can take patience. Laying the infant on a plain white sheet on the floor can help you get the required white background easily while keeping the child calm and steady.

Steps to Take Your Photo at Home

Stand facing a bright window to capture soft, natural light on your face. Ask a family member or friend to take the picture instead of using a selfie stick or your own hand.

Hold the camera at your eye level, roughly one to one and a half meters away from your face. Leave enough space around your shoulders and head so you can crop the final image correctly.

Turn off your room lights if they mix poorly with the window light, and avoid standing too close to the wall to prevent harsh shadows behind your head. Wear regular daily clothes that contrast well with the white background.

Common Reasons for Photo Refusal

Check that your prints are clear and recent. The cited page does not describe photo-quality rejection standards.

The source requires recent photos printed on photographic paper^[1]. It does not state that noncompliant photos lead to immediate refusal, but bringing clear prints helps avoid delays.

Always check that your face is fully visible and that you are looking straight ahead toward the camera lens. Reviewing your picture on a large screen before printing saves time and paper.

Double check the physical dimensions of your printed cutouts using a standard ruler before you set off for your appointment. Making small adjustments early prevents bigger problems later.