China 社保卡 Photo Requirements

The complete spec for a China 社保卡 photo, and how to hit it at home.

Print size	35 × 45 mm
Digital	413 × 531
Head height	Standard
Background	White
Fine print	Some cities accept on-site capture only.

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 社保卡 photo?

35 × 45 millimetres (413 × 531 in pixels where digital submission applies). Head height should be Standard of the frame.

What background does the China 社保卡 photo need?

White. Keep the background evenly lit — shadows are a top rejection cause. Some cities accept on-site capture only.