OFFICIAL CONSULAR STANDARDSSPECIFICATION RECORD: OCTOBER 5, 2026China Visa Photo Size & Requirements
Prepare China visa photos at 354×472 px with Plain white background. Check the receiving authority’s current instructions before submitting.
This summary describes the recorded China photo specifications. Check the official source below for your application route; the receiving authority decides whether a photo is acceptable.
China Visa photo requirements at a glance
China visa photo: do and don't
Do
- Frame the photo at 354×472 px, with the head taking up 58-69% of the height.
- Use a plain white background.
- For an online upload, save one JPEG no larger than 120KB.
- Use a recent photo that looks like you today.
- Glasses are allowed if both eyes are clearly visible, with no glare and no tinted lenses.
Don't
- Don't smile or open your mouth; keep a neutral expression.
- Don't wear a hat or head covering unless it is for religious or medical reasons.
- Don't leave shadows on your face or on the background behind you.
What a China visa photo costs
¥29 for the standard download: one JPEG sized for upload plus a printable sheet. ¥49 adds a specialist review and a compliance report. You see the automated check before you pay, there is no account or subscription, and our refund policy covers a photo rejected for a photo-rule reason.
Photo sizes by document // China
- Dimensions:354×472 px
- Background:Plain white background
- Head Ratio:58-69%
- Quality:JPEG · ≤120KB
- Dimensions:354×472 px
- Background:Plain white background
- Head Ratio:58-69%
- Quality:JPEG · ≤120KB
How to Make a China Visa Photo Online
Take a front-facing selfie with your phone camera or upload an existing portrait. Our live viewfinder ensures proper face angle and neutral expression.
The engine prepares the background and crops to 354×472 px. Review the individual assessment and application instructions.
Download a 354×472 px JPEG (maximum 120KB) and an A4 print sheet. Review the single image against your application requirements before uploading.
The recorded 33×48 mm size differs from the most common document size in our dataset (35×45 mm). In the same dataset, head-height range 58-69% differs from the common 70-80% range; the recorded background (plain white background) uses the most common background colour.
Frequently Asked Questions for China Visa Photos
What are the photo size and background rules for a China Visa?
A China visa photo is 33×48 mm (354×472 pixels for a digital upload), with a plain white background. The recorded head-height range is 58-69%. Output settings: 300 DPI, JPEG. Recorded file-size limit: 120KB. Check the linked source for the submission route you are using.
Can I take this photo with my smartphone?
Yes. Our AI engine automatically corrects perspective distortion, extracts the subject, replaces the backdrop with the required consular color, and verifies lighting and eye height.
What if my photo is rejected by the embassy?
The receiving authority decides whether to accept your photo. If it is rejected, contact support and review our refund policy.
Q:How do I print my China Visa photo?
ApprovaVisa provides a single 354×472 px JPEG (maximum 120KB) and an A4 tiled print sheet with cut marks. Upload the single JPEG to the application portal. Print the sheet at actual size and check the mission’s paper-photo instructions.
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