Resize Your China Visa and Passport Photo
A China visa photo (online form) must meet these official rules. Size: 354 x 472 px to 420 x 560 px. File size: 40 KB to 120 KB. Head size: 28-33 mm, chin to crown. Background: white or near-white, with no border.
China photo specifications
Disclaimer: visapicresizer.com is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to any government, embassy, consulate, or immigration authority. All photo specifications shown are sourced from publicly available official documents for informational purposes only. Always verify current requirements on the official government website before submitting your application.
Visa photo (online form)
| Print size | 33 x 48 mm |
|---|---|
| Pixel size | 354 x 472 px to 420 x 560 px |
| File size | 40 KB to 120 KB |
| DPI | Not stated by the source |
| Head size | 28-33 mm, chin to crown |
| Background | White or near-white, with no border. |
| Glasses | Not stated by the source |
| Head covering | Religious reasons only |
| Expression | Natural, eyes open, mouth closed, ears showing. |
| File format | JPEG |
| Photo age | Up to 6 months |
Good to know
- These values come from Chinese embassies in Morocco and Costa Rica. No central rule was found, so follow your own mission's page.
- Missions differ on head width, and on glasses: thick or tinted frames are refused.
Official sources
- Embassy of China in Morocco: visa photo requirements
- Embassy of China in Costa Rica: visa photo requirements
Last checked: 2026-11-05
Passport photo (printed)
| Print size | 33 x 48 mm |
|---|---|
| Pixel size | Not stated by the source |
| File size | Not stated by the source |
| DPI | Not stated by the source |
| Head size | 28-33 mm, chin to crown |
| Background | White, with no shadows. |
| Glasses | Allowed if your eyes are clearly visible |
| Head covering | Religious reasons only |
| Expression | Natural, both eyes open. |
| File format | Not stated by the source |
| Photo age | Up to 6 months |
Good to know
- These values come from Chinese consulates and embassies abroad. No central rule was found.
- Prints must come from a studio or be on professional photo paper, with no modification or composites.
Official sources
- Consulate-General of China, Los Angeles: passport photo standard
- Embassy of China in the US: passport photo requirements
Last checked: 2026-11-05
How to resize your photo
- Choose China and your document in the tool. This page starts with the visa photo (online form).
- Add your photo by dragging it in, pasting it or browsing for it. It stays on your device.
- Drag and zoom until the head and shoulders sit correctly in the frame.
- Check the size and file details under What you'll get.
- Download the JPEG, then compare it with the official page before you apply.
Common mistakes
- Using the wrong background. The rule: white or near-white, with no border.
- Getting the head size wrong. It must be 28-33 mm, chin to crown.
- Reusing an old photo. It can be up to 6 months old.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a China visa photo (online form)?
A China visa photo (online form) must be 354 x 472 px to 420 x 560 px. The file size must be 40 KB to 120 KB.
What size is a China passport photo (printed)?
A China passport photo (printed) must be 33 x 48 mm.
What background does a China photo need?
For the visa photo (online form), the background must be: white or near-white, with no border.
Can I wear a head covering in a China photo?
For the visa photo (online form): religious reasons only.
How old can a China photo be?
The visa photo (online form) can be up to 6 months old.
Is my photo uploaded to your server?
No. The photo is processed in your browser and stays on your device.
Does this tool guarantee my photo will be accepted?
No. It sizes your photo to the stated rules, but the authority makes the final decision. Check the official China page before you apply.