China Visa Photo Maker
Prepare a China visa photo at 33×48mm with the selected background. Confirm the current authority instructions before submitting.
Prepared for the published requirements of: China visa (tourist L / business M).
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A clear, front-facing photo works best
JPG · PNG · HEIC · processed on your device, never uploaded
Before you upload — China photo preparation checklist
- A plain, evenly lit background to start (we apply the selected colour)
- Face the camera straight on, both ears roughly visible
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
- A recent photo, taken within the last 6 months
- Shadows on your face or the wall behind you
- Glasses — remove them unless they're medically required
- Hair across the eyes, hats or caps
- Filters, beauty smoothing, or a cropped group photo
Get the head size right
For China, your face should fill 58–69% of the photo — the maker does this automatically, but here's what it should look like.
Correct head size
Too small / far away
Too close / cropped
China visa photo specification
- Print size
- 33 × 48 mm
- Head height
- 28–33 mm (chin to crown)
- Head % of frame
- 58–69%
- Background
- #FFFFFF
- Digital size
- min 354×420px
- File size
- 40–120 KB
- Min DPI
- 300
- Glasses
- best avoided — no tint, no glare, eyes fully visible
- Expression
- neutral, mouth closed
Good to know
China visa photo: a distinctive 33x48mm (not the usual 35x45), white background, head 28-33mm chin-to-crown. Digital upload (COVA / consulate): JPEG, 354x420 to 472x560 px, 40-120 KB. Numbers are consistent across reputable guides — confirm on the consulate / COVA portal before submitting.
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Report outdated informationMeeting the China upload file-size limit
Online China uploads accept roughly 40–120 KB. If your portal needs a smaller file, compress the finished photo to an exact size. Your image stays in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a visa photo for China?
A visa photo for China is 33×48mm. EasyPhoto sets this size automatically.
What background colour does a visa photo for China need?
Plain white, no shadows or pattern. The tool applies the correct colour for you.
What is the head size in a visa photo for China?
Your head should measure 28–33mm from chin to crown. We size it to that band and flag it if it's off.
Can I wear glasses or smile in a visa photo for China?
Glasses: best avoided — no tint, no glare, eyes fully visible. Expression: neutral, mouth closed.
What file size does the China online visa upload need?
Online uploads typically accept 40–120 KB, so compress your photo to fit if needed.
Is the China visa photo maker free and private?
Yes. It's free, with no watermark, and processed entirely in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded.