China Visa photo, done right
33 x 48 mm, plain white background, head 28-33 mm. Upload a photo below: your face is aligned to the official guides automatically, and nothing is uploaded to any server.
- Photo size
- 33 x 48 mm
- Output
- 420 x 560 px
- Background
- Plain white
33x48 mm, white background, full face, neutral expression.
Specs are provided as guidance. Always confirm requirements with the official passport or visa authority before submitting.
Official China visa photo requirements
| Photo size | 33 x 48 mm |
|---|---|
| Digital output | 420 x 560 px JPEG |
| Head height (crown to chin) | 28-33 mm |
| Background | Plain white |
| Authority | Chinese visa application service |
33x48 mm, white background, full face, neutral expression.
Worth knowing
- - The online COVA form is strict: ears visible, no earrings, no glasses.
- - China uses 33x48 mm, not the common 35x45; do not substitute.
Questions
What size is a China visa photo?
33 x 48 mm, with the head (crown to chin) between 28 and 33 mm. As a digital file this tool outputs 420 x 560 px. Rules per Chinese visa application service.
What background does a China visa photo need?
Plain white. If your photo was taken against the wrong background, the background replacement feature swaps it for a compliant one on your device.
Can I take the photo myself with a phone?
Yes. Have someone take it (or use a timer) from about 1.5 meters away at eye level, facing a window or even light, against a plain wall. Then upload it here: the tool aligns your head to the official guides automatically and crops to the exact size.
How do I print it?
Download the free single photo for digital submissions, or get the Pro print sheet ($9 once): multiple copies tiled on a standard 4x6 or A4 sheet you can print at any pharmacy or photo kiosk for under a dollar.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Cropping, face detection, and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device, which matters for an identity document.
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