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Japan visa photo checker
Snap it from your phone, get the green light, download your photo and a compliance report. Checked against the official Japan spec before you submit — nothing uploaded.
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Tip: face a window for soft, even light. Overhead lights cause the shadows that get photos rejected.
Measured against the published spec — not a guarantee of acceptance. Confirm any “?” items yourself. No AI edits applied.
Japan Visa photo requirements
35 mm wide × 45 mm tall, plain light background, face 32–36 mm. Japan visa and passport photos share the same specification. Verified from Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
- 35 mm wide × 45 mm tall, colour, JPEG
- Face height 32–36 mm from chin to crown
- Plain white or light background, no shadows
- Neutral expression, eyes open, looking straight ahead
- No sunglasses or tinted glasses
- Taken within the last 6 months
Common rejection reasons
- Coloured or patterned background
- Face too small or large
- Shadows on the face or background
- Photo older than 6 months
Frequently asked questions
Is the Japan visa photo the same as the passport photo?
Yes — the same 35×45 mm specification applies to both Japanese passport and visa applications.
What size is a Japan visa photo?
35 mm wide × 45 mm tall, with the face roughly 32–36 mm from chin to crown, plain white or light background.
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