Renewing your ID is a procedure that you must do from time to time and that you should not overlook.
The DNI is valid for 5 years until you have turned 30, and 10 years if you are between 30 and 70 years oldThose over 70 do have a lifelong identity document.
You already know that the DNI renewal fee is 12 euros, and that it is only free in cases such as belonging to a large family.
These are the questions that usually do not raise doubts. However, there are others in which questions always arise. For example, photography.
To renew your ID you need to bring a photobut not just any image is valid. It must meet very specific characteristics if you don’t want it to be rejected at the last minute.
In addition, there are certain images that are prohibited, especially those in which you appear wearing clothing that may make it difficult for you to be recognized.
Below is everything you need to know about ID photos: their size, requirements, and what is prohibited.
DNI photo size and characteristics
The DNI photo is passport size, that is, 32×26 millimeters. This is the only valid way to renew your identity document.
In addition, the photo must be taken with a uniform white and plain background, taken from the front with the head completely uncovered. It is best to wear clothing of a color other than white so that it does not blend in with the background.
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You should also keep in mind that the photo must be high resolution and on good quality photographic paper. It is necessary to show the oval of the face, which includes eyebrows, eyes, nose, mouth and chin.
Another essential requirement is that the photograph must be recent. A photo in which you appear younger is not valid, even if you look better. And of course you cannot use the one from your previous ID either.
Things that are prohibited for the ID photo
Not only should you know the requirements for ID images, it is also vitally important that you know what type of photographs are prohibited.
Knowing that you must show your entire face with full visibilityit is common sense not to wear hats, sunglasses, caps, earmuffs or any other item that will hide part of your face.
Another important issue is gestures: You have to appear with a neutral expression and looking forward.; any other position will be invalid.
One of the aspects that often creates doubts is makeup. It is allowed to wear it, but only if the person photographed looks normal. The same goes for beards. If you don’t usually have a beard, there’s no problem, but if months later you grow a particularly thick one, it’s a good idea to change the photo.
You can’t edit your passport photo either. And of course, Blurry, pixelated, black and white images or images that are not valid are selfies.
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