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South Korea Passport Photo Maker

South Korea

35×45 mm photos with 32–36 mm head height for ROK passport applications.

Physical35mm × 45mm at 300 DPI · white background · max 5120 KB

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English · 한국어

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Example photo guidance

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South Korea Passport Photo Maker — key specifications

At-a-glance summary of the official South Korea photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.

Physical size35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in)
Digital size413 × 531 px (300 DPI)
BackgroundPlain white
Max file size5120 KB (JPEG)
Head coverage70–80% of photo height (ICAO-aligned)
Print sheet4x6 · 8

Requirements

Check dimensions and official rules on this page.

  • Physical: 35mm × 45mm
  • Digital: 413413px × 531531px
  • Max file size: 5120 KB

Plain white background, neutral expression, no digital manipulation, printed on photo paper.

Ministry of Foreign Affairs — Korean passport photo rules

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea publishes passport-photo rules. The standard 35 × 45 mm format with plain white background applies; ICAO-aligned framing with the head measuring 32–36 mm chin-to-crown.

Why use this South Korea Passport Photo Maker tool

  • $3.99Final photo + 4×6 print sheet. No subscription. Studios typically charge $15 – $30 for the same output.
  • Free previewYou only pay once a watermarked preview confirms the crop, background, and biometric framing meet the spec.
  • Refund if non-compliantIf our output fails the issuing-authority checklist, we refund — see our refund policy.

Common reasons South Korea Passport Photo Maker photos are rejected

Issuing authorities reject submissions that miss any of the items below. Our tool automatically corrects crop, background, and dimensions, but you still control the original capture — review this list before you upload.

  • wrong_35x45_size
  • head_height_outside_32_36_mm
  • background_not_plain_white
  • shadows_or_flash_reflection
  • expression_not_neutral
  • hair_covering_face_edges
  • photo_printed_on_non_photo_paper

South Korea Passport Photo Maker — common questions

What is the official South Korea Passport Photo Maker size?

The official South Korea Passport Photo Maker size is 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in). For digital uploads it equals 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI.

What background color is required for a South Korea Passport Photo Maker?

South Korea Passport Photo Maker photos must be taken on a plain white background, evenly lit and free of shadows or patterns.

How big should the face appear in a South Korea Passport Photo Maker photo?

The head should fill approximately 70–80% of the photo height, with eyes positioned in the upper-middle of the frame and a neutral expression looking straight at the camera.

Can I take a South Korea Passport Photo Maker photo at home?

Yes. Use a recent phone photo against a plain wall, with even daylight and no glasses. Our tool then crops, recolors the background, and resizes to the official 35 mm × 45 mm template.

Can I print the South Korea Passport Photo Maker at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?

Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 8 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.

Where we sourced these South Korea specifications

Dimensions, background colour, and biometric framing on this page are compiled from the references below. Always reconfirm the latest guidance directly with the issuing authority before submitting an application.

  • overseas.mofa.go.kr
  • ICAO guidance cited by Republic of Korea passport notices (e.g. municipal MOFA reprints)

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Photo dimensions and background rules vary by issuing authority. Compare nearby countries you may also be applying to.