China 护照/旅行证 Photo Requirements

The complete spec for a China 护照/旅行证 photo, and how to hit it at home.

Print size	33 × 48 mm
Digital	390 × 567 @300dpi
Head height	Head 28–33mm, eyes 8–16mm from top
Background	White
Fine print	No glasses; ears visible; neutral expression.

How to shoot it

1. Daylight facing a window, plain white wall — see the lighting tutorial.
2. Check head height against the spec above before cropping — it is the #1 silent rejection.
3. Crop to exact size with the ID photo tool (this spec's proportions are baked in), print matte.
4. Confirm current rules with the issuing authority — specs drift, especially for digital submissions.

Other specs

FAQ

What size is a China 护照/旅行证 photo?

33 × 48 millimetres (390 × 567 @300dpi in pixels where digital submission applies). Head height should be Head 28–33mm, eyes 8–16mm from top of the frame.

What background does the China 护照/旅行证 photo need?

White. Keep the background evenly lit — shadows are a top rejection cause. No glasses; ears visible; neutral expression.