100% Government Compliant Specs (33 mm x 48 mm)

Free China Passport & Visa Photo Maker – Create 33x48mm Photos

Generate compliant Chinese Passport and Chinese Embassy Visa photos online in seconds. Free AI background removal and 300 DPI 4x6 printable sheet tiling.

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TARGET SPEC:China Passport (33x48mm)

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Target Spec: China Passport (33x48mm)

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Official China Passport & VisaDimensions & Acceptance Rules (2026)

Updated to reflect latest consulate and passport agency guidelines

Photo Dimensions

33 mm x 48 mm

Official standard dimensions for paper print and digital submission.

Head Size Ratio

28 mm to 33 mm (58% to 69% of height)

Measured from chin to top of hair. Automated face detection locks this ratio.

Background Requirement

Solid Plain White (#FFFFFF)

AI automatically removes background shadows and replaces backdrop.

Export Resolution

780 x 1134 px @ 600 DPI

High-DPI output ensuring crisp 300 DPI physical prints.

Official Compliance Checklist

  • Rectangular 33 mm wide by 48 mm high dimensions
  • Head size (chin to top of hair) must measure 28 mm to 33 mm
  • Head width must measure 15 mm to 22 mm across
  • Solid plain white background with zero shadows
  • Neutral facial expression with both ears visible
  • Dark clothing recommended to contrast against white background

How to Create a Compliant China Passport & Visa Photo at Home in 3 Steps

Fast, free, and no professional studio equipment needed

1

Snap Photo on Smartphone

Stand 4 to 6 feet away from a wall under natural daylight. Look straight ahead with a neutral facial expression.

2

Upload & AI Auto-Crop

Upload your picture above. PassPhotoMaker auto-detects your face mesh, locks the ratio to 33 mm x 48 mm, and cleans the background.

3

Download Digital & 4x6 Sheet

Download your high-res digital image for online submission and get a 300 DPI tiled 4x6" printable sheet for local printing.

Printable 4x6" Sheet Layout for CVS, Walgreens & Home Printing

Save money by printing standard 4x6 inch photo prints

In-store pharmacy counters at CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, and Post Offices charge anywhere between $16.99 and $21.99 to take and print a set of two passport photos.

With PassPhotoMaker, you can download a pre-formatted 4x6 inch (10x15 cm) photo print sheet containing multiple perfectly tiled 33 mm x 48 mm photos at 300 DPI. Order this file as a standard 4x6 photo print at any store lab or home printer for less than $10 total!

Scissor Cut Guidelines Included

Every exported 4x6 sheet includes faint light grey dotted borders surrounding each individual photo, making precise cutting effortless with standard household scissors.

Why PassPhotoMaker Beats Retail Pharmacy Photo Kiosks

Direct feature & cost breakdown

Feature / ServicePassPhotoMaker OnlineCVS / Walgreens Kiosks
Total PriceAffordable (Under $10)$16.99 – $21.99
Photo RetakesUnlimited Free Retakes1 or 2 retakes only
AI Background CleanupAutomatic Plain White (#FFFFFF)Manual wall background
Processing TimeUnder 10 Seconds15–30 Minute In-Store Wait
4x6 Tiled Print SheetIncluded (300 DPI Export)Extra Charge / Physical Cut Only

Frequently Asked Questions (China Passport & Visa Specs)

Expert answers for guaranteed document acceptance

Q:What are the exact dimensions for a Chinese passport or visa photo?

Chinese passport and visa photos must measure 33 mm wide by 48 mm high. The head height from chin to top of hair must be 28 mm to 33 mm, with head width between 15 mm and 22 mm.

Q:What background colors are allowed for Chinese visa photos?

A solid plain white background is standard for Chinese passport and visa applications. Some consulates also accept light blue for specific visa types, but white is universally accepted.

Q:Can I wear jewelry or dark glasses in a Chinese visa photo?

No. Heavy jewelry, earrings, hats, and sunglasses/tinted glasses are strictly prohibited. Eyeglasses with thin frames are allowed if there is no glare.