Chinese Passport Photo Requirements
Chinese passport photos require the unique 33×48mm format — different from the European ICAO standard. NIA and PSB compliant. Understand what you need before your PSB appointment.
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Chinese Passport Photo Requirements 2026
Based on National Immigration Administration (国家移民管理局, NIA) and Public Security Bureau (PSB) guidelines. Always confirm current requirements at your local PSB office before your appointment.
⚠️ Format Note: Chinese passport photos use a 33×48mm format — different from the ICAO standard 35×45mm used in Europe. This is a unique Chinese specification. For Schengen visa or other international visa applications, the standard 35×45mm ICAO format is required instead. Always verify which format applies to your specific application type.
Size
33×48mm (width × height)
Format note
Non-ICAO — unique Chinese specification (not European 35×45mm)
Background
Plain white (纯白色)
Head height
Head occupying 50–70% of frame height
Expression
Neutral, mouth closed
Glasses
Not permitted
Recency
Taken within 6 months
Colour
Colour photo required
Eyes
Open, looking straight at camera
Authority
NIA (国家移民管理局) / PSB (公安局)
Application
Submitted in person at PSB office; photo taken by PSB staff
Online booking
NIA app (国家移民管理局APP)
Note: ID Wizard is not affiliated with any government authority, including the NIA or PSB. Chinese passport photos are typically taken by PSB staff at the application office — home photography is generally not accepted for passport applications. Always verify current requirements and procedures at your local PSB office or via the official NIA app (国家移民管理局APP).
How to Prepare Your Chinese Passport Photo
Upload your photo
Selfie or portrait. Good light, front-facing, plain background. No glasses.
AI formats it
Plain white background applied, 33×48mm crop, head position and proportions checked against NIA specifications.
Download & use
High-resolution JPEG — for reference, understanding requirements, or preparing before your PSB appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Chinese passport photos must be 33×48mm — width 33mm, height 48mm. This is a unique Chinese specification and is different from the ICAO-standard 35×45mm format used in Europe, Japan, and most other countries. Always use the 33×48mm size for Chinese passport applications. Using a European-format photo (35×45mm) may cause your application to be rejected.
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