🇨🇳 China Visa Photos: Size, Background & Latest Requirements
China visa photo specifications compiled from official guidance, with common mistakes and a free tool to make a compliant photo. Updated 10/2026.
China visa photos are 3.3×4.8 cm, on a white background, head 28–33 mm tall and 15–22 mm wide, both ears visible, taken within 6 months; thick-framed glasses or glare are not accepted.
China visa photo specifications
| Photo size | 3,3 × 4,8 cm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 28–33 mm tall, 15–22 mm wide |
| Background color | White |
| When taken | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Glasses | Glasses allowed, except thick frames, tinted lenses or glare |
| Ears & face | Both ears and the entire face clearly visible |
| Accessories | No hats, no jewelry covering the face |
Get it right the first time
Do
- Look straight into the lens, shoulders level
- Even lighting on both sides of the face, no shadows
- Eyes clearly open, mouth closed
- Sharp photo, no filters, no skin smoothing
Common reasons for rejection
- Using a 4×6 or 3.5×4.5 photo instead of 3.3×4.8
- Ears not visible
- Thick frames or glare on glasses
- Background not pure white
FAQ
What size is a China visa photo?
3.3×4.8 cm (33×48 mm), white background, head height 28–33 mm.
Can I wear glasses in a China visa photo?
Yes, but no thick frames, tinted lenses or glare. Removing them is safest.
Why are China visa photos often rejected?
Usually because of the wrong size (not 33×48 mm), a background that isn't white, ears not visible, or a head that is too large/small.
Can I make a China visa photo online?
Yes. K-BLACK's free tool automatically removes the background, aligns the head to the China visa standard and exports a 300 dpi print file. For important applications, we recommend shooting at the studio to ensure the lighting and pose meet the standard.
Other countries' photo standards
Sources: Chinese Visa Application Service Center. Requirements may change — please check the latest guidance from the receiving authority before submitting.