Photo for Japan Visa in 35x45 mm - Right & Free

Name: Make Japan visa Photo for Free
Brand: Photogov
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The most important thing to remember when applying for a visa to Japan is to make sure that your photo is the right size, which is 35x45 mm. If you don't follow the rules, your visa application could be delayed or even turned down. We make it easy to take a picture for a Japan visa at PhotoGov. Send us a selfie or a high-quality picture, and we'll resize, crop, and improve it so that it meets Japan's official visa photo requirements for both digital and physical submission.

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

Why Use Our Japan Visa Photo Service?

The exact size

The exact size of 35x45 mm—your photo is automatically resized to fit

Background Correction

This feature gets rid of shadows and makes sure the background is a clear white or light hue

Image Enhancement

Changes the brightness, sharpness, and contrast to get clear, professional results

Print and digital versions

You can get both a digital and a print-ready version of your photo to send in

Compliance Guarantee

Fulfills all the standards for a Japan visa photo

Requirements for Japan Visa Photos

Your Japan visa photo must meet both technical and visual standards in order to be accepted. Here's a list of everything you need to do

Technical Details

45mm

35mm

34.5mm

3mm

Layout, size and scale by indentation for the JP visa

Parameter Size 35 x 45 mm (3.5 x 4.5 cm)
Resolution At least 300 DPI
File Type JPEG or PNG
Background Color No patterns or shadows; just plain white or light-colored
Can be printed Yes

Japan visa Photo Maker

For any application, the inclusion of a specific photograph is crucial. This image aids immigration officials in recognizing your identity. By adhering to the stipulated guidelines, it's entirely feasible to capture this photo within your household using a smartphone or a digital camera. Discover the method below!

*Data from government agencies

Rules for How to Look

Requirement for Aspect

Expression on the face

Neutral: mouth closed, no smile or frown. Eyes open, plainly visible

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

Eyeglasses

Not allowed unless it's for medical reasons

Lighting

No shadows or reflections, just even light

Example photos:

Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos

Examples of photos, how to correctly make a visa photo JP

Step-by-Step Guide to Making Your Japan Visa Photo

Choose the Type of Document
On PhotoGov.net, choose "Japan Visa - 35x45 mm"
Take a Picture
Use a camera with a high resolution or a smartphone. Stand 1.5 to 2 meters away from a white or light-colored background. Make sure the lighting is right and there are no shadows
Put Your Picture Up
Send your picture to PhotoGov. Make sure your face is clearly seen and that your expression is neutral
Resize and optimize automatically
PhotoGov will cut your picture down to 35x45 mm, straighten the background, and change the brightness and clarity
Get it and send it in
Get your picture ready to send online or print it out to use in person

How to take your own Japan visa 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 visa 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.

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.

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 visa JP document

Tips for Taking the Best Japan Visa Photo

Lighting: To avoid shadows, use natural light or gentle artificial light. Don't let direct sunshine or bright artificial light hit you.

Background: Make sure your background is a solid white or light color. Don't use any patterns or textures.

Positioning: The camera should be at the same level as your eyes. Your face should take up 70% to 80% of the height of the photo.

Wear dark, solid-colored garments that stand out against the surroundings. Don't wear white tops.

Don't make these common mistakes

Using the wrong size (such a passport-size instead of a 35x45 mm one)

Wearing glasses or other things that cover your face

Using photos that are grainy or low-resolution

Background with patterns, shadows, or anything

Smiling or tilting your head PhotoGov automatically finds and fixes these problems as it is processing

How to take Japan visa photos for babies and kids

When taking pictures of babies and children for visa, 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.

Guidelines for submission and printing

For in-person submission: Make sure the dimension is exactly 35x45 mm and print your picture on high-quality matte or glossy photo paper.

To submit digitally, go to the Japan visa application portal and upload your photo. Make sure it fits the requirements for file size and resolution.

FAQ

How big does a photo for a Japan visa need to be?
The picture must be 35x45 mm (3.5x4.5 cm)
Is it okay to take the picture with my phone?
Yes! You can use your smartphone as long as the picture fits the conditions. Send it to PhotoGov to get it fixed automatically.
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?
Your photo should have been taken in the last six months to show how you look now.
What do I do if my photo is turned down?
You can change and reprocess your photo for free with PhotoGov until it is accepted.
Is it okay to use my Japan visa photo for other papers?
Yes, as long as the other documents have comparable standards.