Taiwan Visa
Taiwan
ICAO-style 35×45 mm photos with 32–36 mm face height for visa applications to Taiwan (Republic of China).
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Taiwan Visa — key specifications
At-a-glance summary of the official Taiwan photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.
| Physical size | 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px (300 DPI) |
| Background | Plain white |
| Max file size | 5120 KB (JPEG) |
| Head coverage | 70–80% of photo height (ICAO-aligned) |
| Print sheet | 4x6 · 8 |
Requirements
Check dimensions and official rules on this page.
- Physical: 35mm × 45mm
- Digital: 413–413px × 531–531px
- Max file size: 5120 KB
Recent colour photo taken within 6 months, plain background, frontal view, neutral expression, no hat unless exempted.
Issuing authority and ICAO Doc 9303 alignment
Most countries adopt ICAO Doc 9303 Part 4 as the baseline biometric-portrait standard. The spec on this page reflects the country's published implementation, including any country-specific overrides on size, background colour, or face-coverage band.
Why use this Taiwan Visa 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 Taiwan Visa 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_size_35x45_mm
- background_not_white_or_off_white
- shadows_or_uneven_light
- expression_not_neutral
- hair_covering_eyes_or_eyebrows
- glasses_glare_or_tint
- head_height_outside_32_36_mm
- photo_older_than_six_months
Taiwan visa photo rejection patterns
Visa applications to enter Taiwan are handled by BOCA's eVisa portal and by Taipei Economic and Cultural Offices (TECO) abroad. The photo specification matches the ROC passport: 45 × 35 mm, plain white or light off-white background, taken within the last 6 months.
For the eVisa channel specifically, the most-common failure is uploading a selfie or a low-resolution image. Taiwan's eVisa system expects a studio-quality frontal photo; phone selfies with a visible arm, uneven lighting, or messenger-app compression are routinely rejected.
- Selfie-style photo with a visible arm or handheld framing
- Background not plain white or light off-white
- Low resolution or messenger-app compression artefacts
- Photo sized incorrectly — 45 × 35 mm is required
- Photo taken more than 6 months ago
- Head height outside the 32 – 36 mm chin-to-crown band
- Glasses glare or tinted lenses
- Visible shadow on the face or background
Taiwan visa channels — eVisa, visa-exempt entry, and TECO
Three pathways depending on nationality and purpose of travel:
- eVisa (evisa.boca.gov.tw) — online visitor visa for eligible nationalities. Photo uploaded as a digital JPEG meeting the 45 × 35 mm proportion; processing typically a few working days
- Visa-exempt entry — citizens of many countries (US, UK, EU, Japan, Australia, etc.) can enter Taiwan visa-free for short stays and do not need a visa photo at all for tourism
- TECO / TECRO offices — for resident visas, work visas, student visas, and nationalities not eligible for eVisa or visa-exempt entry. Submit the printed 45 × 35 mm photo with the paper application
- Always confirm your specific nationality's current entry rules with the nearest TECO before assuming visa-exempt status
Which Taiwan visa types need a submitted photo
Not every Taiwan entry requires a photo — it depends on the channel:
- Visitor visa (eVisa or paper) — photo required, 45 × 35 mm
- Resident visa (work, study, marriage, investment) — photo required, 45 × 35 mm, often 2 copies for the paper application
- Visa-exempt entry — no photo needed (you're not applying for a visa)
- Landing visa — photo required at the airport counter for eligible nationalities; bring a printed 45 × 35 mm photo to avoid the airport photo-booth queue
- Alien Resident Certificate (ARC) — issued after arrival on a resident visa; the ARC photo is captured or submitted separately to the National Immigration Agency and uses the same 45 × 35 mm size
Same-photo compatibility — Taiwan visa photo and other applications
The Taiwan visa photo's 45 × 35 mm size is widely reusable:
- Same source photo works for the Taiwan visitor visa, Taiwan resident visa, and ROC passport — all use 45 × 35 mm
- Reusable for Japan, South Korea, Schengen, UK, Australia, New Zealand visa and passport applications
- Macau visa / entry permit — also 35 × 45 mm
- Not compatible with: mainland China visa (33 × 48 mm), Hong Kong (40 × 50 mm), US (2 × 2 in), India (2 × 2 in)
- If you're travelling through several East Asian destinations, capture once against plain white and export per destination — our tool produces the Taiwan, Japan, Korea, and Macau formats from a single upload
Taiwan Visa — common questions
What is the official Taiwan Visa size?
The official Taiwan Visa 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 Taiwan Visa?
Taiwan Visa 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 Taiwan Visa 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 Taiwan Visa 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 Taiwan Visa at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?
Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 8 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.
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Where we sourced these Taiwan 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.
- boca.gov.tw
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