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Japan Visa Photo — Online, Approved First Time

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Japan Visa photo requirements

Print size35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI
Head height71–80% of photo height
Backgroundwhite
  • 35×45mm rectangle confirmed across 3 independent Japanese embassy sources (India, Australia, UK) — the 45×45mm square sometimes claimed online has no official source and appears to be a myth
  • Some embassies also accept 2×2in as an alternative
  • Background must be plain white

Requirements verified against the official authority: www.mofa.go.jp

Japan Visa photo — frequently asked questions

What size does a japan visa photo need to be?

35×45mm at 300 DPI.

What background do I need for a Japan japan visa?

The background must be white, plain, and evenly lit with no shadows or patterns.

How much of the photo should my head take up?

Your head (chin to crown) should fill 71–80% of the photo's height.

What else rejects a japan visa photo?

35×45mm rectangle confirmed across 3 independent Japanese embassy sources (India, Australia, UK) — the 45×45mm square sometimes claimed online has no official source and appears to be a myth Some embassies also accept 2×2in as an alternative Background must be plain white

Can I use a selfie or a photo from my phone?

Yes — take the photo against a plain wall in good, even light, then upload it. Our AI detects your face and crops it to the exact Japan spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.

How much does a japan visa photo cost?

$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.

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