BR Brazil driving license 3x4 cm Photo Requirements Guide - Official Guidelines

Requirements

• Photo dimensions: exactly 3 cm wide × 4 cm high on matte or semi-matte photographic paper
• Background color: uniform light-colored (preferably white), free of shadows, patterns or textures
• Head positioning: central and frontal, with head height between 70 %–80 % of the photo (approx. 5–2 cm) and top of hair about 5 cm from photo edge
• Facial expression: neutral and relaxed, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible, no squinting or raised eyebrows
• Lighting and contrast: even, diffuse lighting on face, no shadows on face or background, accurate natural skin tones
• Eye visibility: direct gaze at camera, no hair or accessories covering eyes, no tinted or reflective glasses (clear prescription glasses allowed if no glare)
• Headwear and accessories: no hats, caps or head coverings except for religious reasons (must not obscure facial features); no large earrings or jewelry that distracts
• Print quality: high resolution (minimum 600 dpi), sharp focus with fine facial details, no pixelation, over- or under-exposure
• Recency: photo taken within the last six months to reflect current appearance
• Retouching: strictly prohibited use of filters, airbrushing, or digital editing that alters natural skin texture or facial contours

Step-by-Step Process

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Conclusion

In summary, the Brazil driving license 3×4 cm photo requirements are designed to guarantee clear, consistent identification and prevent application delays. By following each specification— from exact dimensions to lighting, background and attire— applicants ensure their submission meets CONTRAN standards and is accepted without issue.

Key Points:

• Dimensions: exactly 3 × 4 cm (30 mm width × 40 mm height)
• Head size & position: 70–80% of photo height, centered, eyes 28–35 mm from bottom
• Background: plain, uniform white with no shadows or textures
• Facial expression: neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, direct gaze
• Glasses & accessories: avoid tinted lenses or frames obscuring eyes; no hats or headwear (religious exceptions allowed)
• Photo age: taken within the last six months to reflect current appearance
• Quality & printing: high-resolution color on glossy photo paper, no digital retouching or compression artifacts
• Compliance check: review CONTRAN resolutions 20/2006 and updates to confirm no regional variations apply