Free Chinese Passport Photo Maker
Use our free AI maker to snap and generate a compliant Chinese Passport photo. Exact 33x48mm (1.3x1.9 in) dimensions with a white background at 300 DPI.
Requirements Summary
Dimensions
33 x 48 mm
1.3 x 1.9 inches
Resolution
300 DPI
Min 390x567px
Background
White
Head Size
70% — 80%
of photo height
Eye Position
55%
from bottom
Official Requirements
- Photo must be 33×48 mm (3.3×4.8 cm)
- Plain white background, no shadows
- Head height (chin to crown) 70–80% of photo height (approximately 30–34 mm)
- Face width 16–24 mm; distance between pupils 7–10 mm
- 3–5 mm space from top of head to top edge of photo
- Eye line approximately 12.9–20.8 mm from top edge
- Neutral expression, mouth closed
- Head directly facing camera, face fully visible and centered
- No hats or head coverings
- No glasses (as of 2023, glasses not permitted)
- Color photograph on a white background
- Photo taken within the last six months
- Set by the Exit-Entry Administration of the Ministry of Public Security (MPS)
- Complies with ICAO Doc 9303 standards
Apply officially
Once your photo is ready, submit your application via the official China government portal.
Open official portal ↗Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Chinese passport photo?
A Chinese passport photo must be 33×48 mm (3.3×4.8 cm). The face (chin to crown) must occupy 70–80% of the photo height (~30–34 mm), with a 3–5 mm gap between the top of the head and top edge. China's spec is unique — narrower and taller than the international 35×45 mm standard.
Can I wear glasses for a Chinese passport photo?
No. China updated passport rules in 2023 to prohibit eyeglasses, including prescription glasses. The rule applies to all renewals at Chinese embassies and PSB offices in China. Sunglasses or tinted lenses are never accepted.
What background color does a Chinese passport photo need?
Pure white only. Chinese embassies and PSB (Public Security Bureau) offices reject light grey, off-white, or any color cast. The white must be uniform with no shadows behind the head.
How recent must a Chinese passport photo be?
Within the last 6 months. The Chinese Embassy and Public Security Bureau check for recent likeness — older photos are rejected even if your appearance is unchanged.
Where can I renew a Chinese passport overseas?
Chinese citizens abroad renew passports at the nearest Chinese Embassy or Consulate via online appointment. The 33×48 mm photo spec is checked at the appointment — bring 2 printed copies. Many consulates also have on-site photo booths for ~$15.
Can I use a U.S. or UK passport photo for a Chinese passport application?
No. U.S. passport photos are 51×51 mm (square) and UK photos are 35×45 mm — both wrong proportions for China's 33×48 mm spec. The face also occupies a larger portion of the frame in Chinese photos. Reformat with the China-specific spec.
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Pro Tips
- Use natural, even lighting
- Keep a neutral expression
- Look directly into the lens
- Remove glasses and hats
