Peruvian Visitor Visa Photo Requirements and Size
Prepare the correct photo for your Peruvian visitor visa application by following official size and appearance rules.
Official Size and Submission
The national procedure refers to passport-size photos. The ministry’s country-specific consulate page specifies one 3.5 × 4.5 cm photo; check the local consulate’s instructions[1].
The national procedure lists two color passport-size photos, while the country-specific consulate page specifies one 3.5 × 4.5 cm photo[1]. Follow the instructions from the consulate handling your application.
The cited source does not set a head-height measurement. Check the local consulate’s instructions for the required number and size of photos[1].
Check the instructions from the consulate handling your application for how to submit the photo.
Background and Color Rules
Your photo must feature a white background[1]. The image must be in color and show your full face from a frontal view[1].
The source says the photo must not be retouched[1].
To meet the background requirement at home, stand a short distance away from a plain wall to avoid casting dark shadows behind your head. Turn off lamps that create yellow or uneven light and use daylight whenever possible.
Expression and Facial Rules
You must keep a neutral expression with no smile when the photo is taken[1]. Your face must be completely uncovered and clearly visible to the camera[1].
The source requires a frontal photo with a neutral expression and no smile[1]. It does not specify a mouth-closed rule.
Relax your facial muscles completely before the camera captures the picture. Keep your chin level and look directly into the camera lens so your eyes are centered and clearly visible.
Glasses and Head Coverings
The cited source says not to wear glasses in the photo[1].
The source permits head coverings for religious reasons[1]. It does not specify a medical exception or the face-visibility boundary stated here.
Do not wear glasses in the photo[1]. Head coverings are permitted for religious reasons[1].
Taking Your Photo at Home
You can take your photo at home by standing in front of a plain white wall with good lighting. Stand facing a window to get even, natural light on your face without harsh shadows.
Ask a friend or family member to take the picture using a digital camera or smartphone held at your eye level. Keep the camera about one to one and a half meters away from you to avoid distortion.
You can use the tool above to crop your image to the correct dimensions for your application. The tool helps you frame your picture properly before you print it.
Do not retouch the photo[1].
Printing Your Photo for the Consulate
The cited consular instructions require a printed photo[1]. If you use the tool above, you can place the crop on a 4 by 6 inch sheet to print it.
Make sure the printout measures the exact physical dimensions required by the consulate when measured with a ruler. Check that the colors are natural and the white background remains bright and clear.
Cut the photo carefully to the required size.
Frequently asked questions
What is the official size for a Peruvian visitor visa photo?
The consular implementation page specifies 3.5 by 4.5 cm, which equals 35 by 45 mm or 1.38 by 1.77 inches[1].
Can I wear glasses in my photo?
No, glasses are not allowed in the photo for a Peruvian visitor visa[1].
Is digital retouching permitted?
The source says the photo must not be retouched[1].
How many photos do I need to submit?
The ministry country-specific consulate page states one 3.5 by 4.5 cm photo, but local consulates may specify two photos[1].
Can I wear a head covering?
Headwear is permitted only for religious or medical reasons[1].