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Requirements

Photo size35 × 45 mm  (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Head heightThe authority does not publish a head-height figure.
BackgroundPlain white
RetouchingNot allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping.
Background replacementNot allowed. Shoot against a wall of the required colour.
Where to take itYou can take this photo yourself.
  • Glasses are not allowed.

Source: sre.gob.mx. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.

How the citizenship photo is submitted

If you hand in a printed photo

  • 2 photos.
    Entregar dos fotografias iguales sre.gob.mx
  • All copies must be identical.
    dos fotografias iguales sre.gob.mx

Rules the authority states for this photo

Questions

What size is a Mexico citizenship photo?
35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in).
Can I take a Mexico citizenship photo with my phone?
Yes. PhotoSpec crops to 35 × 45 mm and checks the framing before you save. Photos are processed on the phone and are not uploaded.

How it differs from other Mexico documents

  • Passport — can be taken yourself here, usually taken at a studio or counter there

Take your Mexico citizenship photo

Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.