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🇨🇳 China Passport Photo Size & Requirements (2026)

A China passport photo must be 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in) — 390 × 567 px at 300 DPI — with a head height of 28–33 mm (1.1–1.3 in) from chin to crown, on a white background, taken within the last 6 months.

ℹ️ These are the rules for Chinese passports applied for at embassies and consulates abroad. In mainland China the National Immigration Administration guide applies (head height 30–34 mm; white, light gray or light blue background), and photos are usually taken by certified studios.

Official photo sizes for 🇨🇳 China. Change the country at the top right.

Required background: white

  • Face the camera, neutral expression, eyes open
  • Stand ~1 m from a plain wall, even light, no shadows
  • No glasses or hats; include your shoulders

Free, no watermark: digital photo for online applications + 4×6 in print sheet. Originals are deleted within 24 hours.

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33x48 mm Photo

China Passport Photo size in mm, inches and pixels

Photo size33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in) · 3.3 × 4.8 cm · 大一寸
Size in pixels390 × 567 px @ 300 DPI
Head height (chin to crown)28–33 mm (1.1–1.3 in)
Backgroundwhite (#FFFFFF)
Head28–33 mm33 mm48 mm
China Passport Photo dimensions: 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in), head height 28–33 mm (1.1–1.3 in) from chin to crown.

China Passport Photo requirements

How to take a China Passport Photo at home

  1. Stand about 1 m (3 ft) in front of a plain wall, facing a window or other even light source.
  2. Have someone take the photo from about 1.5 m (5 ft) away at eye level, showing your head and shoulders.
  3. Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no glasses or hat.
  4. Upload the photo — it is cropped to 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in) and the background is replaced with white.
  5. Review the compliance checks, then download the digital file or print the 4×6 in sheet at any photo shop.

FAQ

What size is a China passport photo?

A China passport photo is 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in), which is 3.3 × 4.8 cm.

What is the China passport photo size in pixels?

At 300 DPI the photo is 390 × 567 px.

What are the China passport photo requirements in 2026?

Taken within the last 6 months. Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. Face the camera directly, head not tilted. No glasses. No hats or head coverings, except for religious reasons with face fully visible. Even lighting with no shadows on face or background. Plain background with no patterns or objects. No filters or retouching that changes your appearance. Face fully visible from hairline to chin. The background must be white and the head must measure 28–33 mm (1.1–1.3 in).

What background color is required for a China passport photo?

The background must be white (#FFFFFF), plain, with no patterns or shadows.

Can I wear glasses in a China passport photo?

No. Most authorities no longer accept glasses in ID photos because of glare and frame shadows, except for documented medical reasons.

What should I wear for a China passport photo?

Wear everyday clothes in a color that contrasts with the white background (dark or colored tops work well). Avoid uniforms, hats and anything covering your face.

Can I take a China passport photo with my phone?

Yes. Have someone photograph you facing the camera in front of a plain wall in even light. The tool crops it to the official head size, replaces the background with white, and checks compliance.

How much does a China passport photo cost here?

It is free, with no watermark: upload a photo to generate and download the high-resolution digital photo and a 4×6 in print sheet, with no sign-up.

Official source

Embassy of the PRC in the USA — passport photo requirements — Specification last verified on 2026-09-24.

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