Photo requirements guide

Colombia Visa photo guide

The photo conditions you need for the application, in one place.

✓ Checked against official sources Last checked: August 23, 2026

Photo requirements

The photo size, format, and background conditions for the application.

A photo is required for the application.
Photo size: 3 x 4 cm.
File size: within 300 KB.
Background: white.
the passport main biographic data page is also required.
File format: JPG.
Use a recently taken photo. The official guidance states no specific period such as “within six months”.

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