China Visa Photo Online
Create an official 33×48mm photo checked against published China government regulations. Includes automatic background replacement, an instant compliance check, and a 4×6 inch print sheet — free preview, $2.99 to unlock.
Official one-photo requirement
China's visa photo rules state the photo must be most recent, taken within the last 6 months, and pasted onto the visa application form. CVASC/VFS application centres may ask for either one or two printed photos — check your local centre before you go.
Official China Visa Dimensions & Proportion
The government requires exact facial placement within the frame. Our alignment tool automatically measures your head height to ensure it falls strictly within the 58% to 69% allowable zone.
- • Target size: 33 × 48 mm (1.30″ × 1.89″)
- • Head height: 58% – 69% of total height
- • Resolution: At least 390×567 px @ 300 DPI
- • Background: Pure White (#ffffff)
Official Do's & Don'ts for China Visa
Follow these core criteria when snapping your photo with your smartphone:
Neutral expression, mouth closed, both ears visible.
Allowed if not thick-rimmed, tinted, or showing glare.
Dark colour recommended so shoulders contrast with the white background.
Uniform frontal lighting, no facial or background shadows.
Source: Chinese Embassy — Photo Requirements for Chinese Visa Application ↗
Top Reasons China Visa Photos Get Rejected
Government agencies reject thousands of passport and visa applications every week for these common mistakes:
- ✕Head height outside 28–33mm, or head width outside 15–22mm
- ✕Ears not visible, or facial features obscured by hair or headwear
- ✕Thick-rimmed, tinted, or glaring glasses
- ✕Matte or plain-paper prints, or photos with creases, scratches, or smudges
Source: Chinese Embassy — Photo Requirements for Chinese Visa Application ↗
Official requirements
- •33mm wide × 48mm high, colour photo taken within the last 6 months
- •Plain white or near-white background, no background objects
- •Head length 28–33mm, head width 15–22mm, both ears visible
- •Neutral expression, eyes open, lips closed, facing the camera directly
- •No hat or head covering except for religious reasons, with the face unobscured
- •Glasses allowed only if not thick-rimmed, tinted, or showing glare
- •Digital upload: JPEG, 354×472 to 420×560 pixels, 40–120 KB
- •Print on glossy photo paper, not matte or plain paper
Official Authority Source: Chinese Embassy — Photo Requirements for Chinese Visa Application ↗
Size specifications table
| Unit | Width | Height |
|---|---|---|
| Millimeters | 33 mm | 48 mm |
| Inches | 1.30″ | 1.89″ |
| Pixels @ 300 DPI | 390 px | 567 px (minimum) |
How to Print Your China Visa Photo for $0.35 at CVS, Walgreens, or Walmart
In-store passport photo desks charge up to $17.99 for two cut prints. Here is how you can use your IdPhoto Studio download to print for pennies:
- Unlock and download your print-ready 4×6 inch sheet containing multiple copies.
- Save the image to your phone or USB thumb drive.
- Visit any CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Boots, or local photo kiosk and select "4×6 Photo Print" (approx. $0.35–$0.50).
- Do not select the $16.99–$17.99 passport photo menu item — the 4×6 print paper is identical.
- Once printed, use scissors or a craft knife to trim along the clean outline guides.
Need detailed kiosk screen instructions? Read our step-by-step CVS & Walgreens photo print guide →
What our checker verifies
Every photo is checked against these parameters before you pay:
- • Resolution of at least 390×567px
- • Exact aspect ratio of 33:48 (±2%)
- • Head height between 58% and 69% of the photo
- • Eye line between 35% and 60% from the top
- • Full head and hair inside the frame boundary
- • The top of your head inside the frame — measured from your photo
- • Plain, shadowless background with correct color tone
These are the rules we can measure. Whether the authority accepts the photo is their decision — and if they reject a photo you bought from us, we refund it.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear glasses in a China visa photo?
Glasses are allowed if they are not thick-rimmed, tinted, or causing glare on the lenses.
What are the exact head size rules for a China visa photo?
The photo is 33mm wide × 48mm high. Head length (chin to crown) must be between 28mm and 33mm; head width between 15mm and 22mm.
Source: Chinese Embassy — Photo Requirements for Chinese Visa Application ↗
Other documents and specifications
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