JAPAN VISA PHOTO REQUIREMENTS

Prepare a Japan visa photo for your application

Use the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs photo size for paper applications and check your visa route for current e-Visa upload instructions.

35 x 45 mmWhite backgroundWithin 6 monthsFace forward
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PHOTO GUIDELINES

How to take your Japan visa photo

Use these quick examples to prepare a clear visa photo at home.

01

Keep the right distance

Phone and side profile showing a distance of about 40 centimetres

Hold your phone about 40 cm from your face. That is roughly an arm’s length away.

02

Face the camera

Front-facing and turned face examples comparing the correct direction

Keep your head level and look directly into the camera. Avoid turning or tilting your face.

03

Use even lighting

Evenly lit and shadowed portrait examples comparing lighting quality

Choose bright, even light so your full face is visible without harsh shadows.

WHAT WE CHECK

We check the details before you download

We check your photo against the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa application form. Requirements can vary by route.

Face and head position

Full face visible and centered, facing forward.

Photo size and crop

Cropped to 35 x 45 mm for the paper application route.

Background and lighting

Plain white background with even lighting.

Image quality

Checked for sharpness and recency for your visa route.

Final acceptance is always decided by the embassy, consulate, or issuing authority.

Photo review

A clear check before download

Face and head position

Face forward, centered

Photo size and crop

Cropped to 35 x 45 mm

Background and lighting

White background

Image quality

Sharp, recent photo

Your photo is reviewed before it is ready to download.

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Japan FAQ

Based on the Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs visa application form and JAPAN e-Visa guidance. Requirements can vary by consulate and visa type. Final acceptance is decided by the issuing authority.

Source: Japan Ministry of Foreign Affairs (visa application form & JAPAN e-Visa guidance)

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