🇰🇷 South Korea Visa Photos: Size, Background & Latest Requirements
South Korea visa photo specifications compiled from official guidance, with common mistakes and a free tool to make a compliant photo. Updated 10/2026.
South Korea visa photos are 3.5×4.5 cm, on a white background, head height about 32–36 mm, facing straight ahead, mouth closed, glasses best removed, taken within 6 months.
South Korea visa photo specifications
| Photo size | 3,5 × 4,5 cm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 32–36 mm (face takes up about 70–80% of the photo) |
| Background color | White |
| When taken | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Glasses | Glasses best removed; tinted lenses or glare are never allowed |
| Expression | Facing straight ahead, mouth closed, no toothy smile |
| Head & hair | Head uncovered, hair neatly pulled back to show the forehead and ears |
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
- Toothy smile
- Blue or grey background instead of white
- Face too small in the frame
- Hair covering the ears or eyebrows
FAQ
What size is a South Korea visa photo?
3.5×4.5 cm, white background, with the face taking up about 70–80% of the photo height.
Can I use a 4×6 photo for a Korean visa application?
Not recommended. Korean visa applications require 3.5×4.5 cm; photos in the wrong size may get the application returned.
Can I wear glasses in a Korean visa photo?
It's best to remove them to avoid glare. Tinted lenses are definitely not accepted.
Can I make a South Korea visa photo online?
Yes. K-BLACK's free tool automatically removes the background, aligns the head to the South Korea 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: Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Vietnam. Requirements may change — please check the latest guidance from the receiving authority before submitting.