South Korea K-ETA Photo Maker

Applying for the South Korea K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorization) requires a suitable photo. The South Korean government wants a 3.5x4.5 cm (35x45 mm) shot that satisfies certain technical and aesthetic criteria. Any variation from these criteria could result in processing delays or application denial.

      PhotoGov helps you produce a K-ETA photo that exactly fits South Korea's criteria. Whether digitally or printed, upload a selfie or photo and we will automatically resize, crop, and improve it to satisfy the required requirements for simple submission.

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Why Use Our K-ETA Photo Service from South Korea?

Automatically changes

Automatically resizes your photo to 3.5x4.5 cm (35x45 mm)

Removes shadows and guarantees

Removes shadows and guarantees a plain white or light-colored background

Image Enhancement

For best clarity, changes in lighting, sharpness, and contrast

Full Compliance

Meets the South Korean K-ETA picture criteria

South Korea K-ETA Photo Criteria

K-ETA's photo must to follow South Korean immigration's official criteria. To prevent rejections, your photo should fulfill the following technical and visual criteria.

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Layout, size and scale by indentation for the KR K-ETA
  • Dimensions 3.5 x 4.5 cm (35 x 45 mm)
  • Resolution 300 DPI
  • Digital submissions less than 1 MB
  • Background Color White or light-colored (plain)
  • Print-ready Indeed, for consular in-person submission

Example photos:

Below are examples of correct and incorrect photos

Examples of photos, how to correctly make a K-ETA photo KR

*Data from government agencies

Guidelines for Appearance

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Technical requirements if you are going to process the photo yourself through Photoshop or other services:

Face Expression

Neutral: no smiling or frowning

Head Location

Straight and looking forward, centered in the picture

Face Coverage

Should cover 70–80% of the height of the photo

Spectacles

Not permitted unless medically required

Head Covers

Should not hide facial features; allowed only for religious or medical reasons

Clothing

Dark, solid-colored clothes advised; stay away from white tops.

Step-by-Step Instructions for Making Your South Korea K-ETA Photo

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  1. Choose the Document Type
        Select "South Korea K-ETA Photo - 3.5x4.5 cm" from PhotoGov.net.
      • Snap Your Picture
            A digital camera or your phone will do. Stand 1.5–2 meters from a plain white or light-colored backdrop. Make sure there are no shadows and consistent illumination.
          • Send the Picture
                Send your photo to PhotoGov. Ensure your face is well-lit and expression neutral.
              • Resize & Optimize Automatically
                    The photo is automatically resized to 3.5x4.5 cm, background cleaned, and brightness and sharpness changed by our platform.
                  • Download and Send
                        Prepare your file for online submission or print it for in-person use.

Best Practices for Your K-ETA Photo from South Korea

  • Avoid severe shadows by using gentle, natural light or indirect artificial illumination.
  • Stand against a solid white or light-colored wall. Stay away from background distractions.
  • Make sure your head is facing straight ahead and in the middle. The height of the picture should be mostly 70–80% your face.
  • Wear dark, solid hues. Steer clear of tops in white or vivid hues.
  • How to take your own South Korea K-ETA 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 K-ETA 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 K-ETA

    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.

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    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.

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    Common Errors to Avoid

  • Using a passport photo instead of the necessary 3.5x4.5 cm (35x45 millimeter) size
  • Wearing head coverings or eyewear that block the face unless for religious or medical reasons.
  • Background with shadows, patterns, or objects
  • Underexposure or overexposure of the photograph
  • Not facing the camera straight on or tilting

    PhotoGov guarantees your photo is compliant by automatically finding and fixing these problems.

  • Extra Compliance Advice

  • Avoid digital changes to facial characteristics
  • Make sure the picture is clear, not pixelated or blurry
  • The face should take up 70–80% of the height of the picture
  • Digital submission: JPEG or PNG, under 1 MB
  • Submission & Printing Policies

  • For In-Person Submission: Print your photo on high-quality matte or glossy photo paper in the precise 3.5x4.5 centimeter size.
  • Upload the photo to the K-ETA web system for digital submission. Make sure the file is under the size restrictions and in JPEG or PNG format.
  • FAQ

    • The needed size is 3.5x4.5 cm (35x45 mm).
    • Certainly, you may. Simply ensure the image satisfies the official criteria. Post it to PhotoGov for automated fixes.
    • Not at all. Unless medically necessary, glasses are not permitted. Should you wear spectacles, be sure no reflections show.
    • The picture should show your present look by being shot within the last six months.
    • Provided the criteria are comparable, you may use the same photo for additional papers.
    • PhotoGov lets you change and resubmit your photo as much as required at no additional charge.

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