Chinese passport photo (33x48 mm)
Chinese passports (and travel documents issued by embassies) use the 33 × 48 mm format on a white background. Free, no sign-up, no watermark.
1Choose country and photo size
2Add your photo
Or drop a photo here. Face the camera in front of a plain light wall, no glasses.
3Adjust
Replaces the background and cleans the edges around your hair. Hold Compare on the photo to see the difference.
4Check
- Checks appear after you add a photo.
5Download
Digital photo
For online applications.
Print sheet
Print at 100% scale. A 4×6 in sheet prints at any photo kiosk or pharmacy.
Chinese passport photo requirements
- Size: 33 × 48 mm.
- Head from chin to crown: 28–33 mm.
- Top of the head 3–5 mm below the top edge.
- Background: white, plain, no shadows or patterns.
- Digital file: 354 × 472 px, 40–120 KB, JPEG.
- 33 × 48 mm, head 28–33 mm.
- Top of head 3–5 mm below the top edge.
- Plain white background, no glasses with glare.
Checked in October 2026. Rules change, so confirm with National Immigration Administration of China before you apply.
How to take a photo that gets accepted
- Stand about 1 m (3–4 ft) in front of a plain white or light wall, facing a window for soft, even light.
- Ask someone to take the photo at eye level from about 1.2 m (4 ft), or use a timer. Keep your shoulders in the frame.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open.
- Remove glasses, hats and headphones. Religious head coverings are usually allowed if your whole face is visible.
- Upload the photo, check the green head guides and the checklist, then download or print.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Chinese passport photo?
33 × 48 mm, with the head 28–33 mm from chin to crown. Digital uploads: 354 × 472 px, 40–120 KB.
What background does a Chinese passport photo need?
A plain white background with no shadows. This tool can replace your background with white automatically.
Can I take this photo at home?
Yes. Use a plain light wall, soft daylight and a camera at eye level, then upload the photo here to crop and size it.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Face detection, cropping and background removal run inside your browser. Your photo never leaves your device and we never see it.