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Chinese visa · 33 × 48 mm
Make a Chinese visa photo at home
Use visible crown, chin, face-width, and center-line guides to prepare a 33 × 48 mm visa photo and a print-ready 4×6 sheet.
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Live alignment preview33 × 48 mm
Head: 28–33 mmFace: 15–22 mm
Fit looks goodCrown, chin, and face width match the guide.
33 × 48 mmPaper photo dimensions
28–33 mmCrown to chin
15–22 mmFace width
Free 4×6 sheetSix photos per print
Three simple steps
Prepare the crop before you print
The guide translates the official dimensions into a visual workflow.
Align crown and chin
Fit the head and face to the visible height, width, clearance, and center-line markers.
Download and print
Export one correctly proportioned photo or a 4×6 print sheet with six copies.
Chinese visa photo specifications
Paper size33 × 48 mm
Head height28–33 mm
Face width15–22 mm
Top clearance3–5 mm
Digital range354–420 px wide
472–560 px high
472–560 px high
Before you upload
Use a compliant source photo
The crop is only one part of compliance. Start with a recent, sharp image that clearly shows the full face.
- Face the camera directly with a neutral expression and both eyes open.
- Use a plain white or near-white background with even lighting.
- Keep the full head visible and remove hats unless worn for religious reasons.
- Avoid eyeglasses, jewelry that obscures facial features, and heavy shadows.
- Use a recent color photo taken within the previous six months.
Requirements summarized from the Chinese Visa Application Service Center. Last reviewed July 2026. Check the instructions for the application center where you will submit.
Photo tips
A better source photo makes a better result
Take the photo from several feet away and leave enough space around the head for the required crop.
GoodFront-facing and evenly lit
Full head visible, plain background, and natural skin tones.
AvoidShadows or uneven background
Use soft front lighting and move away from the wall.
AvoidHead too large for the frame
Leave room for the 3–5 mm top clearance and lower shoulder area.
Print-ready output
Place six 33 × 48 mm photos on one 4×6 sheet
Download a print-ready sheet, choose 4×6 photo paper, and print without automatic cropping or scaling.
- Select actual size or 100% scale.
- Disable fit-to-page and border corrections.
- Measure one finished photo before cutting the full sheet.
Common questions
Chinese visa photo FAQ
What size is a Chinese visa photo?
The standard paper photo is 33 mm wide by 48 mm high. Digital-upload dimensions are separate and may depend on the online application system.
Can I take the photo at home?
You can prepare a suitable source photo at home, but it must satisfy current lighting, background, expression, clothing, and sizing rules.
Why is this crop not the same ratio as a U.S. passport photo?
A Chinese visa photo uses a 33:48 portrait ratio, while a U.S. passport photo is square.
Is acceptance guaranteed?
No. The tool assists with crop and print layout. Always check the current requirements for the application center handling your application.
Ready to prepare your Chinese visa photo?
Follow the visible guide and download a clean, watermark-free output.