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China Visa Photo Requirements & Online Maker

Format 33x48 mm photos for Chinese Visa Application Service Center (COAV) portal and embassy submissions.

Last verified: 2026-10-05โ€ขDimensions: 33ร—48 mmโ€ขOfficial Government Portal

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Photo size previewWHITE BACKGROUND
Head Top33 mm
Eye LevelEyes Open
Chin28 mm
33 mm48 mm
Head Top Eye Level Chin

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ China - Visa (33 ร— 48 mm)

Chinese Visa Application Service Center (COAV) standard.

Head Height58% โ€“ 68%
Print Output390ร—567 px @ 300 DPI

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Official Biometric Requirements

  • Photo size must be exactly 33 mm wide by 48 mm high.
  • Head width must measure 15 mm to 22 mm, head height 28 mm to 33 mm (58% to 68%).
  • Background must be plain white with no borders or shadows.
  • Eyeglasses with thick/dark frames or jewelry that obscures face contour are prohibited.
  • Digital upload size between 354x472 pixels and 420x560 pixels, file size 40 KB to 120 KB.
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Common Rejection Reasons

  • Using standard 35x45mm size instead of China mandatory 33x48mm format.
  • Wearing thick black eyeglass frames or large earrings.
  • Head height smaller than 28mm or larger than 33mm.
  • Red clothing blending into background tones or facial shadows.

Technical Specification Summary

Dimensions33 ร— 48 mm
Head Height %58% โ€“ 68%
Backgroundwhite
EyeglassesAllowed if no glare
Answers & Guidance

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exact photo size for a Chinese Visa?

Chinese Visa applications strictly require 33mm wide by 48mm high dimensions.

What are the digital requirements for China COAV online portal?

Digital photos must be between 354x472 and 420x560 pixels, JPEG format, and file size between 40 KB and 120 KB.

Are glasses allowed in China Visa photos?

Thick or dark eyeglass frames are forbidden; thin clear frames are allowed only if there is zero reflection or eye obstruction.