What are the official photo dimensions for a China Passport photo?

Official consular requirements specify 33×48 mm (33×48 mm) at 300 DPI with a head height ratio of 57-69%.

What background color is accepted for a China photo?

China requires an official Plain white background (#FFFFFF) background with uniform lighting and zero cast shadows.

Can I generate and print a compliant China photo online?

Yes, ApprovaVisa automatically validates your photo against 22 ICAO Doc 9303 criteria, crops to exact 33×48mm specifications, and provides a 600 DPI digital file and ready-to-print 4x6 sheet.

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OFFICIAL CONSULAR STANDARDS● ONLINE BIOMETRIC GENERATOR

China Passport Photo Maker & Biometric Cropper

Official online tool to create government-compliant China passport photos in 60 seconds. Calibrated to 33×48 mm (33×48mm) and Plain white background backdrop. Formatted to ICAO Document 9303 international specifications.

Studio Engine Online

ISO: CN

Target Size33×48 mm

BackgroundPlain white background

Launch China Photo Tool

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Official Parameter Matrix // China Passport

Primary Source Publication

Physical Dimension33×48 mm33×48 mm

Background SpecPlain white backgroundHex #FFFFFF

Head-to-Frame Ratio57-69%Crown to chin tolerance

Digital Resolution300 DPIJPEG Lossless

Verified against https://www.mfa.gov.cn/ce/cgny/eng/visa/photo/ · Last confirmed active: 2026-08-15100% Compliance Refund Guarantee

Official Document Standards // China

DUAL SPECIFICATIONS ACTIVE

🛂China Passport33×48 mm

Dimensions:33×48 mm
Background:Plain white background
Head Ratio:57-69%
Quality:300 DPI Lossless

Create Passport Photo

📑China Visa33×48 mm

Dimensions:33×48 mm
Background:Plain white background
Head Ratio:57-69%
Quality:300 DPI Lossless

Create Visa Photo

ONLINE TOOL PIPELINE

How to Create Your Official China Passport Photo Online

ICAO Doc 9303 Part 3

01 // Take or UploadANY CAMERA

Take a front-facing selfie with your phone camera or upload an existing portrait. Our live viewfinder ensures proper face angle and neutral expression.

02 // Biometric CalibrationAUTOMATED AI

The AI engine isolates the subject, replaces the backdrop with official Plain white background (#FFFFFF), and crops to exact 33×48mm with 57-69% head ratio.

03 // Certified Download600 DPI PRINT

Instant digital download of a submission-ready 600 DPI JPEG for online visa portals, plus a ready-to-print 4×6 inch sheet with cut guidelines.

OFFICIAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Frequently Asked Questions for China Passport Photos

Q:What are the exact dimensions required for a China passport photo?

The official consular requirement for China passport photos is exactly 33×48 mm (33×48 mm) at 300 DPI. The head size must occupy between 57-69% of the total frame height from the crown of the head to the chin.

Q:What background color is accepted by China consular authorities?

China requires a Plain white background (#FFFFFF) backdrop. Patterns, shadows behind ears, wallpapers, and textured backdrops are strictly grounds for application rejection. ApprovaVisa automatically isolates the subject and applies an authentic uniform consular backdrop.

Q:Can I wear eyeglasses or religious head coverings?

Eyeglasses are generally not permitted for international biometric submissions due to lens glare and frame obstruction of the iris. Religious head coverings are permitted provided the full facial oval from the bottom of the chin to the top of the forehead and both edge contours remain completely visible.

Q:How do I print my China Passport photo?

ApprovaVisa provides both a single 600 DPI digital JPEG (for online embassy portal uploads) and an official 4×6 inch / A4 tiled print sheet with embedded cut marks. You can print the sheet instantly at any local pharmacy (CVS, Walgreens, Boots), print shop, or home photo printer on standard glossy photo paper.

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