China Resident ID Card - Free Maker

Name: Make China Resident ID card Photo for Free
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Applying for a China Resident ID Card—for both Chinese nationals and foreign residents—calls for presenting a compatible photo. Successful submission depends on your photo meeting the requirements, which official size for the China Resident ID Card photo is 26x32 mm. PhotoGov makes it simple to produce a compliant China Resident ID photo. Upload a selfie or photo, and we will crop, resize, and enhance your image to fit the precise specifications whether for digital submission or physical print.

Auto-crop the photo to fit the China employment authorization size (free online tool)
Full document requirements for photos
How to get a photo - tutorial

Best Practices for Your China Resident ID Card Picture

Lighting: Apply gentle, consistent illumination. Steer clear of direct sunshine and shadows

Stand against a basic white or light-colored wall. Our system will resolve any background problems

Keep your face centered and gazing straight at the camera. Make sure your head is upright, not slanted

Wear dark, solid hues. Steer clear of very reflective toppers that mix with the background and white

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Your China Resident ID Card Photo

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Requirements for China Resident ID card photos

Your photo has to satisfy both technical and appearance criteria if it is to be accepted for your China Resident ID Card application.

Here is a list of what is needed:

32mm

26mm

20mm

3.5mm

Layout, size and scale by indentation for the CN employment authorization

Dimensions 26 x 32 mm (2.6 x 3.2 cm)
Resolution Minimum 300 DPI
Image Format JPEG or PNG
File Size Less than 1 MB
Background Plain white or light-colored
Print-ready Yes
Online Submission Online applications with consulates and government portals accepted

Guidelines for Appearance

Technical requirements:

Face Expression

Neutral: mouth closed, no smiling

Head Location

Centered in the frame, looking ahead

Apparel

Steer clear of white tops; dark, solid hues preferred

Eyewear

Not permitted unless medically required

Head Covers

Allowed for religious or medical reasons, but must not hide facial characteristics

Lighting

Consistent illumination without shadows or glare

Example photos:

Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos

Examples of photos, how to correctly make a employment authorization photo CN

How to take your own China Resident ID card photo

If you don’t want to go through the trouble and expense of locating and hiring a professional photographer to take your picture, you can simply take your own from home. So long as you follow the below instructions carefully, you can capture the perfect employment authorization photo yourself:

1. Take a picture of yourself

Open up the PhotoGov.net photo service and take your picture. Make sure you’re not wearing any headcovers or glasses, do not wear a uniform, and keep your expression neutral. Ensure that the area is well-lit and that you are standing against a neutral background.

How to take selfies for a employment authorization

Clean background. More light. Not a blurry photo.
Watch "How to take a photo" (00:46)

2. Upload your photo to PhotoGov AI

Next, upload your image and process it through our site.

Upload your employment authorization photo to PhotoGov

3. Receive your Passport Photo

Finally, you can download your ID photo. These images can be printed off, or you can simply use them as digital photos.

Download ready photo for employment authorization CN document

Common Errors to Avoid

Choosing the incorrect size image, such passport size rather than 26x32 mm

Wearing accessories or glasses that hide your face

Relying on overexposed, grainy, low-resolution photographs

Background with textures, shadows, or patterns

Ignoring or turning the head

PhotoGov automatically finds and fixes these mistakes during processing.

Extra Advice on Compliance

Avoiding filters or programs changing face features means no retouching

Make sure the image is clear and free of blurring or pixelation

Your face should cover 70–80% of the height of the picture

Digital entries should be JPEG or PNG, with under 1 MB file size

Guidelines for Printing and Submission

Print your photo in the precise 26x32 mm size on high-quality matte or glossy photo paper

Upload your file to the appropriate diplomatic system or gateway for digital submission. Make sure it satisfies the necessary file format and size

How to take China Resident ID card photos for babies and kids

When taking pictures of babies and children for employment authorization, many of the same rules apply; for example, they must still adhere to the dress code, and the photograph must be high-quality and well-lit. With that being said, the State Department is generally more forgiving when it comes to the neutral expression requirement.

If you are photographing a newborn:
Spread a white sheet out over the floor.
Place the baby down on the sheet and take their photograph against it.

For slightly older babies:

Prop them up in a child’s chair against a white sheet.
If they are still unable to hold up their head, prop it up for them using a hand behind the sheet. Ensure no one else is visible in the shot.

Tools based on artificial intelligence

PhotoGov Features

Our online passport photo tool offers several features to help you create the perfect photo:

Crop

Our in-built cropping feature allows you to trim new employment authorization photos and ensure that they don’t have uneven edges. This allows you to neaten up your picture and ensure it’s the proper size for your employment authorization.

Resize

You can also resize your picture as needed through PhotoGov, meaning that the end result will be a perfectly proportioned image that will fit just right into your employment authorization. Additionally, you don’t need to worry about stretching or squishing the image and ruining the quality.

Background removal

If you can’t find a neutral background against which you can take a satisfactory picture, don’t worry; we have a background removal tool that can help you achieve the same results.

Auto-adjustment

With the click of a button, you can have our auto-adjustment tool immediately optimize your image to meet brightness, color, and contrast standards.

How can i convert my photo to employment authorization size?

While you can convert the size of pictures using a variety of methods, the best option is to use our employment authorization photo tool - PhotoGov. That way, you can rest assured you’ll have a high-quality, properly sized end product, one that isn’t distorted or blurred by stretching or compressing.

I already have a digital employment authorization photo. How do i print it?

If you have a digital photograph, unfortunately, you won’t just be able to print it out on printer paper. You specifically need a high-quality print on either matte or glossy photo paper. You can either achieve this by visiting any photo service or by using our tool to print your image off at home.

Where to get a employment authorization photo

Pharmacies and drug stores

Well-known medicinal retail brands, namely Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid, proffer immediate passport photo solutions in-store. Do anticipate a charge, with most services priced around the $15 mark.

Shipping centers

Shipping giants like UPS, FedEx, and adjacent shipping facilities also cater to passport photo needs, mirroring the services of typical drugstores. At a going rate of around $15, it stands as a worthy alternative if you're considering external providers for your passport imagery.

Post offices and other passport acceptance agents

It's customary for post offices and agencies of a similar function to be equipped for passport applications, which includes offering photographic sessions. Maintaining the price consistency as observed earlier, you can typically expect a fee around the $15 ballpark.

Retail stores

Retail venues frequently host areas meant for passport photo shoots, assuring quality pictures in line with norms. Even though each establishment might set its own rate, you can usually anticipate a decent pricing range.

FAQ

How big should my China Resident ID Card photo be?
The photo size should be 26x32 mm (2.6x3.2 cm).
May I use my phone to snap my picture?
Your phone is fine so long as the picture satisfies the approved criteria. Post it to PhotoGov for automated fixes.
May I wear spectacles in my picture?
Not at all. Unless medically required, glasses are not permitted. Should you wear glasses, be sure there are no reflections or glare.
How recent should the picture be?
Your photo should show your present look and have been shot within the last six months.
What occurs should my photo be turned down?
Until your photo is accepted via PhotoGov, you may alter and reprocess it for free.
May I use my China Resident ID Card photo for other papers?
Yes, provided the requirements are comparable, you may use the same image for other official papers.