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Japan (日本) Visa Photo 45x45 mm (4.5x4.5 cm) Size and Requirements

Country

Japan (日本)

Document type

Visa

Passport picture size

Width: 45 mm, Height: 45 mm

Resolution (DPI)

600

Image definition parameters

Head must be between 70 to 80 % of the photograph from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head

Background color

White

Printable photo

Yes

Digital photo for online submission

Yes

Digital photo size

Width: 1062 pixels , Height: 1062 pixels

Photo Paper type

matte

Detailed requrements

1. Photos must be pasted to the designated portions of the visa application forms. Photos that have been stapled to the application forms WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

2. Photos must be the proper size. Submitted photos of a size not confirming to the size requirements listed in the Embassy of Japan's visa application guidelines WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

3. Applicants are reminded, only photos that meet all Embassy requirements are to be submitted. Please refer to the STANDARDIZED and NON-STANDARDIZED photo examples

Your strict compliance is appreciated.

"STANDARDIZED" (ACCEPTABLE) PHOTOS

The applicant is to appear alone and he or she must be facing forward.
The photos must be taken no more than 6 months prior to submission.
The photos must not be bordered and must conform to the size specifications.
Photos in which the applicant is wearing headbands, caps, etc., will not be accepted.
Photo's with backgrounds that are not plain
and white (free of objects, designs and shading) will not be accepted.

"NON-STANDARDIZED" (UNACCEPTABLE) PHOTOS

Photo is too small.
Photo is too large.
Photo is not centered.
Do not wear sunglasses.
Background is not white.
Do not wear headbands, caps, etc.
Photos containing shadows or shading are not acceptable.
Background is not plain (free of objects, designs and shading).
Eyeglasses must not reflect light or otherwise obscure facial features.
Facial expressions in photos must be general expressions (not exaggerated).
Hair must not obscure facial features. .

Source

https://www.ph.emb-japan.go.jp/visi...

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How to make Japan (日本) Visa photo online

Step 1: Use a digital camera or a smartphone

Find someone to take the photo for you and selfie photo is not acceptable for passport photo application. If you have a tripod, use it. A tripod will make it easier to keep the camera steady and level. The distance of the person to the camera should be around 1 meter.

Step 2: Find a venue with good lighting

When taking photo, you should face the light, such as a nice bright window or the door. This can provide even lighting to avoid shadows on the face and background. The face must be evenly lit. There should be no shadows and glares on the face.

Note: No need to worry about the background as our online passport photo generator will automatically remove or change the background for you.

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Step 3: Wear properly for your passport photo

Do not wear uniforms. Wear regular street clothes in your photo.

Do not wear eyeglasses. If you wear glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses, take them off for your passport photo.

Your face must still be fully visible. Don’t let your hair drape over your face and obscure your eyes. If you have very long bangs that cover your eyebrows, you should pin them back with bobby pins. It’s best if your ears show, as well, but that won’t cause your photo to be rejected.

No hats are allowed in passport photos unless it is religious headgear such as a headscarf or yarmulke that you wear every day.

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