What size is a China visa photo?

China visa photos must be 33mm wide and 48mm tall with a plain white background.

No. The Chinese consulate does not accept photos with glasses.

What is the digital file size limit for China visa applications?

Typically 40KB–120KB for the online application system. Use our compression tool if your file is too large.

What are the pixel dimensions for a China visa photo?

The standard China visa specification requires a 33×48mm photo at 300 DPI (354×472 px). The background must be pure white (RGB 255,255,255) — not cream or off-white.

Is a China visa photo the same size as a Chinese passport photo?

No. The Chinese standard ID photo (居民身份证) is 26×32mm. The visa photo used by most embassies is 33×48mm. Always confirm with the specific consulate.

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China visa photos must be 33×48mm with a white background. This free tool crops and resizes your photo to meet Chinese consulate requirements — all processing happens on your device.

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Photo Requirements

Size: 33×48mm
Resolution: 300 DPI
Background: plain white
Face must occupy 50–70% of the frame
No glasses, neutral expression

Official requirements: https://www.visaforchina.cn/ ↗

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Frequently Asked Questions

What size is a China visa photo?: China visa photos must be 33mm wide and 48mm tall with a plain white background.
Are glasses allowed?: No. The Chinese consulate does not accept photos with glasses.
What is the digital file size limit for China visa applications?: Typically 40KB–120KB for the online application system. Use our compression tool if your file is too large.
What are the pixel dimensions for a China visa photo?: The standard China visa specification requires a 33×48mm photo at 300 DPI (354×472 px). The background must be pure white (RGB 255,255,255) — not cream or off-white.
Is a China visa photo the same size as a Chinese passport photo?: No. The Chinese standard ID photo (居民身份证) is 26×32mm. The visa photo used by most embassies is 33×48mm. Always confirm with the specific consulate.

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