How to use the China Visa Photo Maker
- Take a photo against a plain white or off-white wall.
- Drop it in, then drag and zoom until the head sits between the blue lines.
- For the online form, click Download photo. It's 385 × 560 pixels and under 120 KB.
- For a paper form, click Download print sheet instead.
China visa photo rules
| Printed size | 33 mm wide × 48 mm high |
| Head | 28–33 mm from chin to crown, 15–22 mm wide |
| Gap above head | 3–5 mm |
| Digital photo | 354–420 px wide, 472–560 px tall, JPEG, 40–120 KB |
| Background | White or off-white, color photo only |
| Age of photo | Taken in the last 6 months |
The photo is saved at the highest quality that stays under 120 KB, and the page tells you if it comes out under the 40 KB minimum. A sharp, well-lit original photo avoids that.
Requirements can differ between visa centres. Check the latest rules where you apply.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a China visa photo?
33 × 48 mm printed. For the online form, 354–420 pixels wide and 472–560 pixels tall, 40–120 KB.
Can the background be light blue?
No. China visa photos need a white or off-white background.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser, and the photo never leaves your device.