Chinese Passport Photo Guide

Chinese passport photo requirements are among the most strictly enforced in the world. Precision in size, background, expression, and appearance is essential. This guide explains everything you need to know to submit a compliant Chinese passport photo without delays.

Essential Requirements

• Size of photo: 33 mm x 48 mm
• Size of face in photo: Face height between 28 mm and 33 mm
• Age of photo: Taken within the last 6 months
• Background: Plain white only
• Quality: High-resolution color photo, no blur or noise
• Expression / pose: Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
• Accessories: No glasses, no head coverings (except religious reasons)

Detail Breakdown

Photo size & face size

Photos must be exactly 33 mm wide and 48 mm high.
Face height (chin to crown) must fall between 28–33 mm.
Tip: Chinese passport photos are very strict precise measurement is critical.

Background & lighting

Only a pure white background is accepted.
Lighting must be uniform, with no shadows on the background or face.
Tip: Ensure clothing contrasts with the white background.

Pose, expression & appearance

Face the camera directly, head upright and centered.
Neutral expression only no smile or visible teeth.
Hair must be neat and must not cover eyebrows, eyes, or ears.

Accessories, head coverings & glasses

• Glasses: Not allowed under any circumstances
• Head coverings: Only permitted for religious reasons, face must be fully visible
• Jewelry: Strongly discouraged; may cause rejection

Print quality / digital requirements

Photos must be unedited, high resolution, and printed or submitted digitally according to official specifications.
Tip: China strictly prohibits beautification, filters, or facial alterations.

Common mistakes and how to avoid them

• Slightly incorrect photo size
• Grey or uneven background
• Smiling or relaxed expression
• Hair covering eyebrows or ears
• Any form of digital enhancement

So, Why Miniml?

When it comes to something as important as your Australian passport photo, precision and compliance are non-negotiable. At Miniml.com.au, we combine modern convenience with expert human craftsmanship, ensuring your photo meets every detail of the official Australian Passport Office standards, without you ever needing to leave home.

A Human Approach in a Digital Age

While many services rely on AI-generated corrections and automated cropping, Miniml proudly stands apart. Our process is 100% human-driven, because we believe that critical documents deserve the care and judgement only a person can provide.

Every image we receive is personally assessed by our trained specialists. We check lighting, shadows, background tone, facial dimensions, and overall composition with meticulous attention. Once verified, our experts refine your photo to the perfect passport standard, ensuring that it aligns precisely with the Australian government’s requirements.

Expert-Handled, Not AI-Generated

At Miniml, every photo is manually reviewed by experienced professionals, never by automated systems. AI tools can easily misjudge skin tones, lighting balance, or facial proportions, often resulting in rejection. Our human experts ensure that doesn’t happen.

Complete Convenience from Home

No queues, no appointments, no studio visits. Simply take a clear photo from your home and upload it to miniml.com.au. Our specialists handle everything from background adjustments to resizing and return a perfectly compliant image, ready for passport submission.

Uncompromising Print Quality

We use professional dye-sublimation printers to produce high-resolution, true-color prints that meet official standards. Choose whether you’d like a digital copy sent to your email or a printed copy delivered right to your door anywhere in Australia.

The Miniml Promise

At Miniml, we respect your time, value, and trust. Every order receives personal attention, thorough checking, and premium-grade output. Whether you choose a soft copy or printed photo, you can be confident that your passport image meets the highest standard of quality and compliance.

We don’t believe in rushing through your identity we believe in getting it right.