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33 × 48 mm Passport Photo Size — Countries & Specifications

33 × 48 mm (1.30″ × 1.89″, 390 × 567 px at 300 DPI). 33 × 48 mm is the China visa photo size set by China's National Immigration Administration. It is unique to China and requires specific head-height (28–33 mm) and top-margin (3–5 mm) values in addition to the dimensions. The format applies to all Chinese consular visa applications worldwide.

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Exact dimensions

UnitWidthHeight
Millimetres33 mm48 mm
Centimetres3.3 cm4.8 cm
Inches1.30″1.89″
Pixels at 300 DPI390 px567 px
Pixels at 600 DPI780 px1134 px

Countries that use this size

Background colour rules at this size

How to make a 33 × 48 mm passport photo for $3.99

  1. Capture against a plain wall. White for most authorities, light grey for the UK and several Schengen countries.
  2. Pick the destination country from the list above.
  3. Upload your photo. Our tool crops to 33 × 48 mm, balances the background to the country's spec, and produces a print-ready 4 × 6 sheet.
  4. Pay $3.99 only when the watermarked preview confirms the crop, head coverage, and background.
  5. Print the 4 × 6 sheet at any kiosk for $0.13 – $0.49 per print, or use a home inkjet with 4 × 6 glossy paper.

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Frequently asked questions

Which countries use a 33 × 48 mm passport photo?

33 × 48 mm is used by: China.

What is 33 × 48 mm in inches?

33 × 48 mm = 1.30″ × 1.89″. At the standard 300 DPI print resolution, this equals 390 × 567 pixels.

What background color is required for a 33 × 48 mm photo?

Plain white (China visa). Always confirm the latest rule from the issuing authority before submission.

How do I make a 33 × 48 mm passport photo online?

Pick the destination country on this site, upload a clear portrait against a plain wall, preview for free, then download the 33 × 48 mm JPEG plus a 4×6 print sheet for $3.99. Total cost including a kiosk print: about $4.50.

Can I print a 33 × 48 mm photo at Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart?

Yes. Our 4×6 print sheet is sized to fit standard pharmacy and big-box-retailer 4×6 (10 × 15 cm) photo paper. Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, FedEx Office, Costco, and most independent kiosks accept it as a regular 4×6 print job at $0.13 – $0.49 per sheet.

Make a 33 × 48 mm photo now

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