Chinese Passport Photo Online
It’s now possible to get Chinese passport photos without leaving home—in 3 minutes from start to finish.
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Chinese Passport Photo—Specifications
Size
33x48 mm
Head height
15–22 mm in width 28–33 mm in length
Background color
Plain white or light blue
Digital dimensions
354x472 pixels
Resolution
≥300 dpi
Recency
≤6 months
Simon Wojtyczka is a writer with experience living and working in 7 countries, each adding depth to his work. Holding a Master's in Applied Linguistics, he has a profound grasp of language and its intricate ties to culture.
Mateusz is a seasoned specialist in biometric photography with over 5 years of hands-on experience. As a member of the prestigious British Institute of Professional Photography (BIPP) and the Association of Photographers (AOP), he has helped thousands of clients worldwide capture compliant photos for official documents.
Chinese Passport Photos—All You Need to Know
Are you living in the US and need a Chinese passport photo?
Discover everything you need to know about getting Chinese passport photos in the US, including their requirements, finer details (e.g., what clothing men are allowed to wear), and where to get them in person and online.
Understanding Chinese passport photo requirements
Chinese passport photos have requirements that differ from US passport photos.
Readers of Mandarin Chinese can find the official guidelines posted in PDF format and available via the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Chicago.
Here at Passport Photo Online, we’ve done our homework and prepared this detailed guide to show you all the Chinese passport photo requirements. That way, you can be confident your photo meets all the official requirements mandated by PRC passport agents.
Chinese Passport Photos Explained
| Requirement | Physical Prints & Digital Photos |
| Color | In color and showing natural skin tone |
| Recency | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Image clarity | Clear image of the subject’s face, not blurry, grainy, or pixelated. Lighting must be evenly distributed with no shadows present. |
| Filters | Common social media filters of any kind are strictly prohibited |
| Background | Solid plain white or if opting for light blue, must have a hue value of 135, saturation of 240 (and similar brightness level) |
| Size | 33 mm wide by 48 mm in length (1.3” x 1.89”), with the head measuring between 15 mm and 22 mm in width (0.59”–0.87”) and 28 mm to 33 mm in length (1.1”–1.3”) |
| Print Quality | Printed on photo-quality paper |
| Resolution | Minimum of 300 DPI |
| Digital Alterations | Strictly prohibited |
📝 Note: Digital photos must be JPEG files, 354x472 px in size and between 30–80 KB in size.
The fine details: specifics of Chinese passport photos
Besides the technical details mentioned above, there are also finer details that must be followed in order to get a compliant Chinese 33x48 cm photo.
Check out the following list to make sure your photo doesn’t break the rules:
- Smile: Neutral expression with the lips closed. Smiling is prohibited
- Eyes: Must be open
- Glasses: Thin-rimmed, non-tinted eyewear with non-reflective lenses is permitted. The frame cannot cover the eyes
- Headgear: None allowed unless for religious purposes; cannot obscure the face in any way
- Attire: Cannot blend with the background; dark colors preferred
- Beard: Permitted if worn day-to-day
- Head position: Centered and facing the camera. Portrait-style photos or side shots are strictly prohibited
- White space: 3 mm–5 mm (0.12”–0.2”) of plain white space between the top of the subject’s head and the top border of the photo
Important! Chinese passport applications require the submission of two passport photos.
China passport photo size—in detail
Getting Chinese passport photos in the correct size (33x48 millimeters) is extremely important as most in-store photo centers located in the US only provide US-sized passport photos (51x51 mm / 2x2”).
Furthermore, Chinese biometric photographs must be 33 mm wide by 48 mm in length (1.3” x 1.89”), with the head measuring between 15 mm and 22 mm in width (0.59”–0.87”) and 28 mm to 33 mm in length (1.1”–1.3”).
Additionally, there must be 3 mm–5 mm (0.12”–0.2”) of negative space between the top of the subject’s head and the top border of the photo.
Have you read through all of the requirements and are still unsure whether you’re ready to take a compliant Chinese passport photo? Have a look at this picture guide for further clarification:
Or get a Chinese passport photo that’s guaranteed to comply with all necessary requirements using our professional passport photo tool on iOS or Android.
While some national pharmacy chains such as Walgreens and CVS may offer Chinese passport photos at specific locations, their technicians may not be aware of all the necessary sizing requirements. The same applies to free passport photo tools.
So why risk getting non-compliant passport photos?
All it takes is 3 minutes for Passport Photo Online to provide two Chinese passport photos—all via a few taps on your mobile device!
Best of all, every picture comes with our bulletproof acceptance guarantee, so you can relax knowing Chinese passport agents will accept your photos.
Excellent service and quick responses. The app is so easy to use too. I used the photos for my 3 kids to apply for Chinese travel documents and they were all passed the online quality check.
Ling Ling Yu
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FAQ
Searching “Chinese passport photo near me” using your preferred search engine should yield some local options. Alternatively, Passport Photo Online can provide you with a Chinese passport photo that’s guaranteed to be accepted by the relevant authorities—all in only 3 minutes!
According to official regulations, Chinese passport photos require a minimum DPI (dots per inch) of 300.
Chinese passport photos must measure 33 mm wide by 48 mm long (1.3” x 1.89”). The subject’s head must be between 15 mm and 22 mm in width (0.59”–0.87”) and 28 mm to 33 mm in length (1.1”–1.3”). Additionally, 3 mm–5 mm (0.12”–0.2”) of plain white space must be present between the top of the subject’s head and the photo’s border.
No, it does not. However, some CVS and Walgreens locations may take Chinese passport photos in select pharmacies.
All you need is a smartphone and our Passport Photo Booth App for iOS or Passport Photo Maker App for Android to take a Chinese passport photo that’s guaranteed to comply with all regulations.
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