Japan Visa Photo Requirements

The complete spec for a Japan Visa photo, and how to hit it at home.

Print size	35 × 45 or 45 × 45 (some regions) mm
Digital	—
Head height	Standard
Background	White
Fine print	Spec varies by region — confirm with the consulate/agency handling the application.

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 Japan Visa photo?

35 × 45 or 45 × 45 (some regions) millimetres (— in pixels where digital submission applies). Head height should be Standard of the frame.

What background does the Japan Visa photo need?

White. Keep the background evenly lit — shadows are a top rejection cause. Spec varies by region — confirm with the consulate/agency handling the application.