Spain · Photo requirements
Spain DNI Photo Requirements 2026
The Spanish DNI (Documento Nacional de Identidad) photo is 26×32 mm portrait — the same Spain-specific size used for the passport. In practice, the Comisaría (police station) re-takes the photo on the day of your DNI renewal appointment. Your printed photo serves as a backup.
Quick specs
Photo size
26 × 32 mm
1.02 × 1.26 inches
Head height
Centered
chin to crown
Background
Plain white or very light grey, uniform across the frame.
Authority
Dirección General de la Policía
Key details
- DNI and Spanish passport share the same 26×32 mm specification.
- The Comisaría usually re-captures the photo at the appointment — your backup is rarely the one used.
- The new DNI 4.0 (with chip) uses the same photo specification.
Shared rules with the country overview
These apply to every document this country issues — see the full breakdown on the country page.
Background
Plain white or very light grey, uniform across the frame. No shadows, no patterns.
Expression and eyes
Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open, no smile.
Glasses
Glasses are allowed only with clear, non-tinted lenses and no glare. Sunglasses are not permitted.
Recency
The photo must have been taken within the last six months.
Frequently asked questions
What size for a Spanish DNI photo? +
26×32 mm portrait — the same Spain-specific size as the Spanish passport.
Will the police re-take my DNI photo? +
Yes, usually. The Comisaría captures a digital photo at the appointment. Your printed copy is a backup.
Is the DNI 4.0 photo specification different? +
No — the new DNI 4.0 (electronic with chip) uses the same 26×32 mm specification.
Can I reuse the same photo for DNI and Spanish passport? +
Yes — both documents use the identical 26×32 mm specification.
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