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Japan Visa Photo requirements
35×45mmA Japan Visa Photo is 35×45 mm, with the head 32.0–36.0 mm from chin to crown (71%–80% of the height). Background: white. Source: the issuing authority (www.cn.emb-japan.go.jp), checked 7 November 2026.
Requirements
- Photo size
- 35×45 mm
- Head height
- 71%–80% of photo height32.0–36.0 mm
- Background
- White
- Editing
- This authority doesn't accept digitally altered photos. IDHaven replaces the background, so the exported file counts as edited. Check before you submit.
From the issuing authorityThese figures come from this country's own published rules: www.cn.emb-japan.go.jp. Rules change, so check there before you submit.Last checked 7 November 2026
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Questions
What size is a Japan Visa Photo?
35×45 mm.
How big should the head be in a Japan Visa Photo?
From chin to crown, 71%–80% of the photo height, which is 32.0–36.0 mm.
What background does a Japan Visa Photo need?
White.
Is a Japan Visa Photo the same as a Japan Passport photo?
Almost. In IDHaven's data the only difference is background (white against white or light grey). A white background meets both. Follow the rules for the document you are applying for.
Where do these requirements come from?
From the issuing authority's own published rules (www.cn.emb-japan.go.jp), last checked on 7 November 2026.
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