Japan APEC Business Travel Card - 35x45 mm Photo

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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.

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

Why Use Our Photo Service for Japan APEC Business Travel Cards?

Exact 35x45 mm Size

Your photo will automatically be resized to the right 35x45 mm (3.5x4.5 cm) size

Background Correction

Makes sure the background is clean, white, or light-colored and has no shadows or patterns

Better Image Quality

Changes the brightness, contrast, and sharpness to make things clearer

Digital and Print Versions

Get files that are ready to be printed and sent in

Full Compliance Guarantee

The photo meets all the official Japan APEC Business Travel Card standards

What you need to know about Japan APEC Business Travel Card photos

Your Japan APEC Business Travel Card photo must meet both technical and visual standards in order to be accepted

Here's a list of everything you need to dо:

45mm

35mm

34mm

4mm

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

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

Guidelines about how to look

Requirement for Aspect

Expression on the face

Neutral: mouth closed, no smile or frown

Eyes

Wide open, plainly visible, and looking right at the camera

Position of the Head

Centered in the frame and looking forward

Covering the Face

Should take up 70–80% of the height of the picture

Clothing

Dark, solid hues recommended; avoid white tops

Eyeglasses

Not allowed unless it's for medical reasons

Covering the Head

Allowed for religious or medical reasons; the face must be fully visible

Lighting

The face and background should be evenly lit, with no shadows or reflections

Example photos:

Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos

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

Step-by-step guide to making your Japan APEC Business Travel Card photo

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

How to Take the Best Photo for Your Japan APEC Business Travel Card

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

How to take your own Japan APEC Business Travel 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 JP document

Things You Shouldn't Do

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

How to take Japan APEC Business Travel 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.

More tips for being compliant

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

Instructions for submitting and printing

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

FAQ

How big should the picture on my Japan APEC Business Travel Card be?
The picture should be 35x45 mm (3.5x4.5 cm).
Is it okay to take the picture with my phone?
Yes! You can use your phone as long as the picture fits the necessary requirements. Upload it to PhotoGov, and it will automatically resize and fix it.
Is it okay to wear spectacles in the picture?
No. You can't wear glasses unless you need them for medical reasons. Make sure there is no glare if you wear glasses.
How new does the picture need to be?
The picture should be from the last six months to show how you look now.
What will happen if my photo isn't accepted?
You can change and reprocess your photo for free with PhotoGov until it is accepted.
Is it okay to use the photo from my Japan APEC Business Travel Card for other things?
Yes, as long as the other documents have identical standards.