Hong Kong SAR Visa/ID Photo Requirements

The complete spec for a Hong Kong SAR Visa/ID photo, and how to hit it at home.

Print size	40 × 50 or 35 × 45 per scheme mm
Digital	—
Head height	Standard
Background	White
Fine print	Immigration Department specifies per scheme — confirm the exact notice.

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 Hong Kong SAR Visa/ID photo?

40 × 50 or 35 × 45 per scheme millimetres (— in pixels where digital submission applies). Head height should be Standard of the frame.

What background does the Hong Kong SAR Visa/ID photo need?

White. Keep the background evenly lit — shadows are a top rejection cause. Immigration Department specifies per scheme — confirm the exact notice.