You need to send in a photo that meets the requirements in order to get a Japan APEC Business Travel Card. The official size for the photo on the Japan APEC Business Travel Card is 35x45 mm (3.5x4.5 cm). If you don't follow the specified rules, your application may be delayed or turned down. We make it easy to take a picture for your Japan APEC Business Travel Card that meets all the rules at PhotoGov. Send us a selfie or a high-quality photo, and we'll resize, crop, and optimize it to fit Japan's official standards. You can then send it in online or in person.
Your photo will automatically be resized to the right 35x45 mm (3.5x4.5 cm) size
Makes sure the background is clean, white, or light-colored and has no shadows or patterns
Changes the brightness, contrast, and sharpness to make things clearer
Get files that are ready to be printed and sent in
The photo meets all the official Japan APEC Business Travel Card standards
Your Japan APEC Business Travel Card photo must meet both technical and visual standards in order to be accepted
Size | 35 x 45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm) |
Resolution | At least 300 DPI |
Image Format | JPEG or PNG |
File Size | Usually less than 1 MB |
Background Color | With a plain white or light-colored |
Can be printed | Yes |
*Data from government agencies
Requirement for Aspect
Neutral: mouth closed, no smile or frown
Wide open, plainly visible, and looking right at the camera
Centered in the frame and looking forward
Should take up 70–80% of the height of the picture
Dark, solid hues recommended; avoid white tops
Not allowed unless it's for medical reasons
Allowed for religious or medical reasons; the face must be fully visible
The face and background should be evenly lit, with no shadows or reflections
Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos
Choose the Type of Document
On PhotoGov.net, pick "Japan APEC Business Travel Card – 35x45 mm" from the list of document types
Take a Picture
Use a smartphone or a camera with a lot of pixels. You should be 1.5 to 2 meters away from a white or light-colored background. Make sure the lighting is consistent and soft, with no shadows
Put the picture up
Put your picture on PhotoGov. Make sure your face is plainly visible with a neutral look and even lighting
Resize and Optimize Automatically
PhotoGov will automatically crop your picture to 35x45 mm, clear up the background, and change the brightness and sharpness
Get it and send it in
You can either print your final photo file for usage in person or submit it online
Lighting: To avoid shadows or too much light, use soft, uniform light. Daylight from the sun is best
Background: Stand with your back to a wall that is white or light-colored. Stay away from patterns or things that will distract you
Positioning: Keep your head straight and in the middle. Your face should take up roughly 70–80% of the height of the picture
Clothes: Wear clothes that are black and solid. Don't wear white or shiny tops
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:
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.
Watch "How to take a photo" (00:46)
Next, upload your image and process it through our site.
Finally, you can download your ID photo. These images can be printed off, or you can simply use them as digital photos.
Using the improper size (such a passport size instead of 35x45 mm)
Putting on glasses or other things that hide your face
Using pictures that are grainy or low-resolution
Background with patterns or shadows
Smiling or leaning your head to the side
During photo processing, PhotoGov will automatically find and fix these problems
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.
For slightly older babies:
No Retouching: Don't use filters or editing that changes the way your face looks
Sharpness — Make sure the picture is crisp and doesn't have any pixelation or blurring
Face Coverage: Your face should make up 70–80% of the height of the picture
File Size and Format: JPEG or PNG, and the file size must be less than 1 MB for digital submission
For in-person submission: Use high-quality matte or glossy photo paper to print your picture in the exact dimensions of 35x45 mm
To send it digitally, upload your picture to the Japan consulate or visa application page. Make sure the file size and resolution are correct
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