Korean passport photo maker (35×45 mm)
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Korean passports (여권 사진) use a 35 × 45 mm photo with the head 3.2–3.6 cm tall from chin to crown, on a white background, taken within the last 6 months.
- 35×45 mm
- Head 32–36 mm
- white
Rules from Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Korean passport portal. Final acceptance is always up to the issuing authority.
How to make your Korean passport photo online
- Choose the size and upload a front-facing photo (JPG, PNG or iPhone HEIC).
- Click the top of your head and then your chin. The photo is scaled so your head is exactly the required height.
- Fine-tune by dragging and zooming until every check is green. Adjust brightness or lighten the background if needed.
- Download the single photo for online forms, or a 4×6 in print sheet (or A4/Letter) and print it at a photo lab or at home.
South Korea photo requirements
| Size | 35 mm wide × 45 mm high. |
|---|---|
| Head size | 32–36 mm from chin to top of head. |
| Background | White, without shadows. |
| Glasses | Allowed if the eyes are clearly visible with no reflections; coloured lenses aren't. |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, ears visible. |
| How recent | Taken within the last 6 months. |
| Head coverings | Not allowed except for religious reasons. |
- Heavily retouched 'beauty' photos are rejected — the photo must show your real face.
- Shoulders must be level and both ears visible.
Size in pixels and per print
Printed photos are made at 300 DPI (dots per inch). These are the exact pixel sizes this tool exports, and how many copies fit on one 4×6 in (10×15 cm) print:
| Photo | Size | 300 DPI | 600 DPI | Per 4×6 print |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Korea passport (35×45 mm) | 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) | 413×531 px | 827×1063 px | 8 |
How to take a passport photo at home
- Light: face a window in daylight, or use two lamps either side of the camera. Avoid a single overhead light — it casts shadows under the eyes and chin.
- Background: stand about 1 m (3 ft) in front of a plain white or light-grey wall so your shadow falls behind you, not on the wall.
- Camera: ask someone to hold the phone at eye level about 1.2–1.5 m away and use the normal 1× lens. Selfies at arm's length make noses look bigger and can be rejected.
- Pose: shoulders square, head straight, hair behind the ears, no hat. Take several shots and pick the sharpest.
- Leave room: include your shoulders and space above your head. The tool crops it down — it can't add what isn't there.
Official source
Requirements change. We checked these in October 2026, but always confirm with the issuing office before printing.
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Frequently asked questions
What size is a Korean passport photo?
3.5 × 4.5 cm, with the head 3.2–3.6 cm from chin to crown.
Are retouched photos allowed?
No. Over-edited photos that change your facial features are rejected.
Is the background white?
Yes, plain white with no shadows.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Cropping, adjustments and the print sheet are all made in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.
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