Japan Visa Photo Maker
Prepare a Japan visa photo at 45×45mm with the selected background. Confirm the current authority instructions before submitting.
Prepared for the published requirements of: Japan visa (MOFA).
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A clear, front-facing photo works best
JPG · PNG · HEIC · processed on your device, never uploaded
Before you upload — Japan 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 Japan, your face should fill 70–80% 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
Japan visa photo specification
- Print size
- 45 × 45 mm
- Head height
- 34–36 mm (chin to crown)
- Head % of frame
- 70–80%
- Background
- #FFFFFF
- Digital size
- ~531×531px @300dpi
- File size
- varies by portal
- Min DPI
- 300
- Glasses
- remove unless medically required
- Expression
- neutral, mouth closed
Good to know
Japan visa photo (MOFA): 45x45mm square on plain white, taken within 6 months, two prints required for paper applications. Some consulates also accept 35x45mm or 2x2 inch — check yours. Digital uploads are JPEG, typically 120 KB or less.
Source needs reviewmofa.go.jp
Report outdated informationMeeting the Japan upload file-size limit
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 Japan?
A visa photo for Japan is 45×45mm. EasyPhoto sets this size automatically.
What background colour does a visa photo for Japan 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 Japan?
Your head should measure 34–36mm 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 Japan?
Glasses: remove unless medically required. Expression: neutral, mouth closed.
What file size does the Japan online visa upload need?
The online file-size limit varies by portal, so check the limit on your form, then compress to fit.
Is the Japan visa photo maker free and private?
Yes. It's free, with no watermark, and processed entirely in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded.