🇨🇳 China Visa Photo Size & Requirements (2026)
A China visa photo must be 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in) — 385 × 560 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. For online applications the digital photo must be 354–420 × 472–560 px, maximum 120 KB.
China Visa Photo size in mm, inches and pixels
| Photo size | 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in) · 3.3 × 4.8 cm · 大一寸 |
|---|---|
| Size in pixels | 385 × 560 px @ 300 DPI |
| Head height (chin to crown) | 28–33 mm (1.1–1.3 in) |
| Background | white (#FFFFFF) |
| Accepted pixel range (online) | 354–420 × 472–560 px |
| File size (online) | 40 KB – 120 KB, JPEG |
China Visa Photo requirements
- 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
How to take a China Visa Photo at home
- Stand about 1 m (3 ft) in front of a plain wall, facing a window or other even light source.
- Have someone take the photo from about 1.5 m (5 ft) away at eye level, showing your head and shoulders.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, no glasses or hat.
- Upload the photo — it is cropped to 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in) and the background is replaced with white.
- 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 visa photo?
A China visa photo is 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in), which is 3.3 × 4.8 cm.
What is the China visa photo size in pixels?
At 300 DPI the photo is 385 × 560 px. For online upload the accepted range is 354–420 × 472–560 px, up to 120 KB.
What are the China visa 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 visa photo?
The background must be white (#FFFFFF), plain, with no patterns or shadows.
Can I wear glasses in a China visa 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 visa 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 visa 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 visa photo cost here?
It is free: 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
Chinese Visa Application Service Center — Rules change — always confirm with the official source before submitting.
Other passport and visa photo sizes
- 🇨🇳 China Passport Photo 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.875 in)
- 🇮🇳 India Passport Photo 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in)
- 🇮🇳 India e-Visa Photo 51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 in)
- 🇺🇸 US Passport Photo 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
- 🇺🇸 US Visa Photo 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
- 🇮🇩 Indonesia Passport Photo 40 × 60 mm (1.57 × 2.375 in)
- 🇵🇰 Pakistan Passport Photo 35 × 45 mm (1.375 × 1.77 in)