How to make a passport photo online for any country?

Upload any portrait photo to Passphoto Maker. Select your target country preset (USA, Canada, UK, Schengen, India, Australia, China, etc.). Adjust your crop using the biometric guide lines. Click confirm to instantly generate a plain white background photo and a 300 DPI 4x6 print sheet.

What are the exact dimensions for a USA visa photo (2x2 inches)?

A USA visa photo (DS-160, Green Card, US Passport) must be exactly 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) at 300 DPI (600 x 600 pixels minimum). The background must be plain white or off-white.

How to crop a Canada passport photo (50x70 mm) at home?

Select the Canada Passport (50x70 mm) preset on Passphoto Maker. Upload your photo and use the locked 50:70 ratio cropper. Align your top of head and chin with the biometric markers (head size must be 31 mm to 36 mm).

Can I take a passport photo with my phone at home?

Yes! Stand 4 to 6 feet in front of a wall with good lighting, take a front-facing portrait photo, and upload it to Passphoto Maker. Our AI automatically removes shadow/background and crops your photo to exact government standards.

What are the dimensions for UK and Schengen visa photos?

UK and Schengen visa photos require a width of 35 mm and height of 45 mm (35x45 mm). The background must be light grey, cream, or plain white, with head height between 29 mm and 34 mm.

100% Government Compliant Specs (33 mm x 48 mm (1.30" x 1.89"))

Official China Passport & Visa Photo Studio

Generate 100% Chinese Embassy & COVAS compliant 33x48mm photos. Automatic head ratio alignment and dark clothing contrast verification.

TARGET SPEC:China Passport (33x48mm)

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Target Spec: China Passport (33x48mm)

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Photo Capture Tips for 100% Embassy Acceptance

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Dark / Bright Clothing

Wear colored or contrasting clothes. Avoid pure white tops so your shoulders stand out crisply against the white backdrop.

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Plain Wall & Even Light

Stand 2–3 feet in front of a plain wall. Ensure balanced daylight or frontal lighting without harsh single-side shadows.

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Back Camera at Eye Level

Use the phone's rear camera at eye level. Look straight at the lens with a neutral expression and mouth closed.

Official China Passport & VisaDimensions & Acceptance Rules (2026)

Updated to reflect latest consulate and passport agency guidelines

Photo Dimensions

33 mm x 48 mm (1.30" x 1.89")

Official standard dimensions for paper print and digital submission.

Head Size Ratio

28 mm to 33 mm (58% to 69% of height)

Measured from chin to top of hair. Automated face detection locks this ratio.

Background Requirement

Solid Plain White (#FFFFFF)

AI automatically removes background shadows and replaces backdrop.

Export Resolution

780 x 1134 px @ 600 DPI

High-DPI output ensuring crisp 300 DPI physical prints.

Official Compliance Checklist

Specialized 33 mm wide by 48 mm high Chinese Embassy dimensions
Head width 15–22 mm, head height 28–33 mm
Plain white background (dark clothing required for contrast)
Ears and forehead must be completely uncovered
Neutral expression with mouth closed
Fully compliant for online COVAS visa applications

How to Make a China Passport & Visa Photo at Home in 3 Steps

Fast, simple, and guaranteed compliant with official agency standards

Snap Photo on Phone

Stand 4-6 feet away from any light-colored wall with indirect daylight. Maintain a neutral expression and look directly into your smartphone camera.

Upload & Auto-Crop

Upload your photo to PassPhotoMaker. Our AI auto-locks to 33 mm x 48 mm (1.30" x 1.89"), aligns face boundaries, and strips home background shadows.

Download & Print Sheet

Download a crisp 600 DPI single digital photo for online submissions and a 300 DPI 4x6 print sheet for pharmacy or home printing.

Skip Pharmacy Counter Fees: Save Time & Money

Compare retail photo counter prices versus online DIY generation

Provider	Price for 2 Photos	Digital Photo Provided	Unlimited Retakes
CVS Pharmacy / Walgreens	$16.99 – $21.99	Extra Fee / No	No (1 attempt)
Post Office (USPS / Post Office)	$15.00	No	No
PassPhotoMaker Studio	Instant Digital Delivery	Yes (600 DPI HD)	Yes (Unlimited)

Frequently Asked Questions (China Passport & Visa)

Everything you need to know about official specifications and printing

Q:What are the exact dimensions for a Chinese passport or visa photo?

Chinese passport and visa photos must measure 33 mm wide by 48 mm high. The head height from chin to top of hair must be 28 mm to 33 mm, with head width between 15 mm and 22 mm.

Q:Why can't I wear a white shirt for a Chinese Visa photo?

Chinese embassies reject white shirts because white clothing blends into the plain white background. Always wear dark clothing for China visa photos.

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