Photo Rules for Cuban Passports, Visas, and Identity Documents
Preparing the correct photo for your Cuban official application requires knowing specific size and submission rules. You can format your pictures easily using the tool above.
Overview of Cuban Document Photos
Cuba requires different photo sizes depending on the official document you need. This page covers six specific documents issued for citizens and visitors. These include the Cuban passport, national identity card, child identity card, driving licence, tourist eVisa, and foreign resident identity card.
Each document has its own rules for dimensions and whether you must submit a printed copy or a digital file. Some documents have strict official sizes set by law, while others follow common sizes used across offices without a single official size written in regulations.
Reading the specific requirements for your document helps you avoid delays in your application process. Always check whether your specific paper or digital portal requires a printed physical photo or an electronic upload before you finalize your printing.
Cuban Passport Photo Requirements
The Cuban passport photo must measure 40x40 mm[1]. This square format is unique to the passport and differs from other identity papers. You must provide both printed and digital versions when required by the migration authorities[1].
The official regulations do not set a specific head height measurement for the passport photo[1]. You should center your face clearly within the frame. Make sure your expression is neutral and your eyes look directly at the camera lens during capture.
National Identity Card and Child ID Photos
The Cuban national identity card photo is 30×30 mm and is submitted in printed form[2].
For child identity cards, the photo also uses a 30x30 mm size[2]. However, this is a common size with no single official size strictly mandated by a single rule[2]. Child identity card photos are also submitted as printed copies[2].
The listed sources do not specify a head-height measurement for these identity cards[1][2].
Driving Licence and Foreign Resident ID Photos
A 35×45 mm photo is a common size for a Cuban driving licence[3].
A 30×30 mm photo is a common size for a foreign resident identity card. The cited source does not establish an official photo size or submission method[4].
The listed sources do not specify head-height measurements for these documents[3][4].
Tourist eVisa Photo Rules
The eVisa portal accepts a digital photo. The listed source does not establish a 35×45 mm photo size[5].
The listed source does not specify a head-height measurement for the eVisa photo[5].
Practical Tips for Taking Your Photos
Taking your photo at home saves time and money. Stand facing a bright window to get natural, even lighting on your face. Ask someone else to take the picture instead of holding the camera yourself for a selfie.
Keep the camera at your exact eye level about one to one and a half meters away from your face. Wear everyday clothing and remove hats or dark glasses that obscure your features. You can use the tool above to crop your final image to the exact dimensions required for your specific Cuban document.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Cuban passport photo?
A Cuban passport photo must measure 40x40 mm[1].
Can I submit a digital photo for a Cuban national identity card?
No, the national identity card photo must be submitted as a printed copy[2].
What size do I need for a Cuban tourist eVisa photo?
The tourist eVisa photo is 35x45 mm and is submitted digitally[5].
Is there an official head height rule for Cuban documents?
What size is required for a Cuban driving licence photo?
The driving licence photo uses a common size of 35x45 mm and is printed[3].