Brazil Passport Photo: check yours against the official spec
For a Brazilian passport, everyone age 5 and older has their photo captured live at the Policia Federal appointment, so most applicants do not bring one. Children under 5 need a recent 5 x 7 cm (50 x 70 mm) colour print of the head and shoulders on a plain white background, with no date stamp and no ornaments, and Brazilian consulates abroad also work with the 5 x 7 format. Use this tool to prepare a compliant under-5 or consular print; note that 5 x 7 cm does not match any US kiosk size.
Use a clear, front-facing photo against a plain white wall in even light. We measure and crop it. We never edit the pixels you submit.
Brazil passport photo requirements
| Photo size | 2 Γ 2 3/4 inches (50 Γ 70 mm) |
|---|---|
| Head height (chin to top of hair) | 1 1/4 to 1 3/8 in (31 to 36 mm) |
| Eye height from bottom | 1 1/8 to 1 3/4 in (30 to 44 mm) |
| Background | plain white |
| Digital file | JPEG, at least 700 Γ 700 px |
Common reasons a Brazil passport photo is rejected
- The child's face is partially covered by accessories, bows, trinkets, or adornments. This is an explicit Policia Federal rejection reason.
- The photo no longer identifies the child because too much time has passed since it was taken.
- Eyes closed. Only newborns are exceptionally excused.
- The background is not white, or a date stamp is printed on the photo.
βPhotos must not be changed using computer software, phone apps or filters, or artificial intelligence.β
U.S. Department of State, passport photo requirements
Photo rejections are common, and you pay twice
A rejected photo means a delayed application and paying again for a retake. It's one of the most common problems people hit when applying, and it's exactly what this tool is built to catch before you submit:
- r/Passports: the many reasons photos get rejected β
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- MoneySavingExpert: a rejected UK passport photo and the redo β
We measure your photo against the official spec, never AI-edit it (itself a rejection reason as of 2026), and back it accepted-or-your-money-back.
What a passport photo really costs
The photo is the cheap part. The expensive part is a rejection: redo fees, another queue, and a delayed application or trip. Here is the honest comparison:
| Pharmacy or retail (CVS, Walgreens)$16 to $17 per attempt | No compliance guarantee. A rejection means paying and queueing again. |
|---|---|
| USPS photo serviceabout $15 | Same deal: rejected means a second visit and a second fee. |
| Cheap online photo editors$1 to $3 | Most replace your background with software. Edited photos are a documented rejection reason for the US, UK and Canada since 2026, and refunds usually cover technical failures only. |
| Compliant Passport PhotoFree check. $9 only if it passes | We measure and crop your original, never edit it. Accepted or your money back. |
Retail prices are typical 2026 US prices and vary by location. Our guarantee: accepted or your money back.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring a photo for a Brazilian passport?
Not if you are 5 or older: a facial photo is captured at the Policia Federal appointment. The 5 x 7 cm white background print is required for children under 5, and bringing it avoids discomfort and speeds up the appointment.
What are the photo rules for children under 5?
A recent colour photo of the head and shoulders, 5 x 7 cm, on a white background, with no date stamp and no ornaments, and the face must not be partially covered by accessories or adornments. Eyes must be open, except for newborns. The child must still attend in person.
Do Brazilian consulates abroad use the same photo format?
Yes, Brazilian consulates abroad commonly work with the same 5 x 7 cm format. Check your consulate's checklist for the exact number of prints.
Can I get a 5 x 7 cm photo printed at a US pharmacy kiosk?
Not directly: 5 x 7 cm (50 x 70 mm) does not match any standard US kiosk size. This tool lays the exact 5 x 7 cm crop onto a standard 4 x 6 inch sheet so any photo printer can produce it.
Other documents we check
- United States Passport photo
- United States Visa photo
- United Kingdom Passport photo
- Canada Passport photo
- Schengen Area Visa photo
- India Passport photo
- Australia Passport photo
- India Visa photo
- United Kingdom Visa photo
- Ireland Passport photo
- New Zealand Passport photo
- United States Green Card photo
- China Visa photo
- Germany Passport photo
- France Passport photo
- Spain Passport photo
- Italy Passport photo
- Philippines Passport photo
- Japan Passport photo
- India OCI Card photo