China Visa — 33×48 mm (390×567 px)
China visa photo size is 33×48 mm on a white background. Make a compliant photo online for Chinese visa applications and COVA / consulate uploads.
Specifications
- Required size
- 33×48 mm (390×567 px)
- DPI
- 300
- Background
- White
- Max file size
- 120 KB
Requirements
- White background
- No hat or sunglasses
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China visa photo specifications
Chinese visa photos are commonly required at 33×48 mm — the same distinctive size used for Chinese passports, not the European 35×45 mm format. The background must be pure white, with the face centered and free of hats, sunglasses or heavy accessories.
Digital submissions often expect a JPEG within a tight size limit (around 120 KB in many workflows). The photo should be recent, sharply focused and evenly lit so facial features remain clear after compression.
Avoiding consulate and COVA rejections
Applicants frequently fail checks by uploading a Schengen 35×45 mm photo, using an off-white background, or submitting a file that exceeds the portal limit. Selecting China Visa in PhotoGov locks the correct width, height and white background before you download.
Photograph yourself facing the camera in soft daylight, process the image with the China Visa preset, then upload or print the result for your visa application.
Photo tips
- Do not reuse a 35×45 mm European visa photo for China.
- Wear clothing that contrasts with white so shoulders stay visible.
- Keep hair away from the eyes and eyebrows.
- Check the downloaded file size before COVA or consulate upload.
Common rejection reasons
- Wrong 35×45 mm proportions
- Grey, blue or studio-coloured background
- File exceeds the upload size limit
- Hat, sunglasses, or face partially covered