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Japan visa photo
Japanese visa applications take a square 45 x 45 mm photo, on a strictly white background, with no border. This tool crops and sizes the square file for printing at 45 x 45 mm.
The official requirements
| Print size | 45 x 45 mm (no border) |
|---|---|
| Digital file | 1063 x 1063 px = 45 mm at 600 dpi |
| Background | White only - dark, busy or patterned backgrounds are not accepted |
| Other rules | No hat, no border, colour, taken within 6 months, easily identifiable, front view |
Checked against the official sources below on 7 Nov 2026.
Japan's visa applications are handled per embassy or via VFS/agencies in many countries. The photo standard is consistent, but check your mission's submission route.
How to do it
- Take a photo against a pure white background, facing the camera, no hat.
- Upload it below and frame the head between the guide lines.
- Create the file, download, and print at exactly 45 x 45 mm with no border.
Common questions
45 mm or 2 inches?
Both appear on the official form (45 x 45 mm or 2 x 2 in). They differ by about 6 mm; use the size your embassy's checklist names, or the 45 mm version if unsure.