Colombia Visa
Colombia
3×4 cm colour photo, white background, JPG under 300 KB for Cancillería online visa.
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Colombia Visa — key specifications
At-a-glance summary of the official Colombia photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.
| Physical size | 30 mm × 40 mm (1.18 in × 1.57 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 354 × 472 px (300 DPI) |
| Background | Plain white |
| Max file size | 300 KB (JPEG) |
| Head coverage | 70–80% |
| Print sheet | 4x6 · 10 |
Requirements
Check dimensions and official rules on this page.
- Physical: 30mm × 40mm
- Digital: 354–354px × 472–472px
- Max file size: 300 KB
Front view, neutral expression, both eyes open, ears visible—per Cancillería guidance.
Issuing authority and ICAO Doc 9303 alignment
Most countries adopt ICAO Doc 9303 Part 4 as the baseline biometric-portrait standard. The spec on this page reflects the country's published implementation, including any country-specific overrides on size, background colour, or face-coverage band.
Why use this Colombia Visa tool
- $3.99Final photo + 4×6 print sheet. No subscription. Studios typically charge $15 – $30 for the same output.
- Free previewYou only pay once a watermarked preview confirms the crop, background, and biometric framing meet the spec.
- Refund if non-compliantIf our output fails the issuing-authority checklist, we refund — see our refund policy.
Common reasons Colombia Visa photos are rejected
Issuing authorities reject submissions that miss any of the items below. Our tool automatically corrects crop, background, and dimensions, but you still control the original capture — review this list before you upload.
- wrong_pixel_dimensions
- file_too_large
- background_not_white
- expression_not_neutral
- hair_or_accessories_obscuring_face
Colombia Visa — common questions
What is the official Colombia Visa size?
The official Colombia Visa size is 30 mm × 40 mm (1.18 in × 1.57 in). For digital uploads it equals 354 × 472 px at 300 DPI.
What background color is required for a Colombia Visa?
Colombia Visa photos must be taken on a plain white background, evenly lit and free of shadows or patterns.
How big should the face appear in a Colombia Visa photo?
The head should fill 70–80% of the photo height, with eyes positioned in the upper-middle of the frame and a neutral expression looking straight at the camera.
Can I take a Colombia Visa photo at home?
Yes. Use a recent phone photo against a plain wall, with even daylight and no glasses. Our tool then crops, recolors the background, and resizes to the official 30 mm × 40 mm template.
Can I print the Colombia Visa at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?
Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 10 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.
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Where we sourced these Colombia specifications
Dimensions, background colour, and biometric framing on this page are compiled from the references below. Always reconfirm the latest guidance directly with the issuing authority before submitting an application.
- www.cancilleria.gov.co/tramites_servicios/visa/abece-visas (fotografía JPG máx. 300 kb, fondo blanco, rostro de frente)
- tramitesmre.cancilleria.gov.co/tramites/enlinea/solicitarVisa.xhtml (antes de iniciar: foto 3×4 cm, color, fondo blanco, JPG máx. 300 KB)
- www.cancilleria.gov.co/faq/tengo-que-llevar-fotografias-que-me-sea-expedido-pasaporte (pasaporte ordinario: no requiere llevar fotos; toma en oficina)
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