Chinese Visa Photo Online
China's embassies and the COVA online visa portal enforce some of the strictest photo rules in the world. Our tool generates the exact 33 x 48 mm size and 354 x 472 pixel digital file the system requires — both ready in one click.
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Photo specifications
Print size
33 x 48 mm
Digital size
354 x 472 pixels
File size
40–120 KB JPEG
Background
Pure white
Head height
28–33 mm
Head width
15–22 mm
Official requirements
- Face the camera directly — no tilting or turning
- Neutral expression with mouth closed; no smile
- Both ears must be visible; hair pulled back if needed
- No glasses — even clear lenses are now rejected
- No earrings, headbands or visible piercings
- Plain pure-white background with no shadows
How it works
1
Take a front-facing photo
Stand in front of a white wall with even lighting and look straight at the camera.
2
We size it for COVA
Our AI generates both the 33x48 mm print and the exact 354x472 px digital file required by the COVA portal.
3
Upload to the visa system
Download the digital copy for the application and a print-ready sheet for your interview.
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Frequently asked questions
Are smiles allowed?
No. The Chinese visa center requires a neutral expression with the mouth closed.
Why must my ears be visible?
Biometric matching software needs the ears for facial-geometry verification. Tuck long hair behind your ears.
Can I wear glasses?
Glasses are no longer accepted for Chinese visa photos, including reading or clear glasses.
What is the COVA digital photo size?
Exactly 354 x 472 pixels in JPEG format, between 40 KB and 120 KB. Our generator outputs this automatically.