# Hong Kong Visa Photo Maker, 40x50 mm

Country: Hong Kong

Document: Visa Application

Page language: en

Page: [Hong Kong Visa Photo Maker, 40x50 mm](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/hk/visaApplication/)

Requirements last verified: 2026-01-25

## Photo specifications

These are document-specific values from the page data. Printed and digital requirements may apply to different application routes; consult the guide and sources below.

| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Photo dimensions | 40 × 50 mm |
| Photo paper | Glossy or matte |
| Digital pixel dimensions | 1200 × 1600 px (see guide/source for applicability and minimum vs exact sizing) |
| Digital file format | JPEG |
| Maximum digital file size | 5120 KB |
| Photo age | Taken within 6 months |

## Appearance and composition

- Background: Plain white background, free from shadows
- Head size: 32-36mm from chin to crown
- Expression: Neutral expression with clear facial features
- Glasses: Permitted; check the source for restrictions.
- Even lighting; no harsh shadows.
- Filters, beauty modes and retouching are forbidden.
- Color photo.
- Head coverings are permitted for religious reasons; check the source for conditions.
- Uniforms are restricted; check the source for exceptions.
- No earphones or wireless devices.

## Common rejection reasons

- Wrong photo size — Must be 40×50mm, different from the US 2×2 inch format

- Non-white background — Background must be plain white with no shadows or patterns

- Subject not centered — Face must be centered and not tilted in any direction

- Hair covering face — Hair must not cover eyes or eyebrows

- Flash reflection — No flash reflections allowed on face or eyeglasses

- Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months

## Source for the document requirements

[Source linked by the document page](https://www.immd.gov.hk/eng/residents/immigration/traveldoc/photorequirements.html)

The complete guide below includes additional sources and application-specific qualifications when available.

## Create a photo with One Dollar Passport Photo

The service sizes, crops and checks a photo for the selected document. Its output settings are service choices, not additional government requirements.

- Digital photo download: $1 USD.
- Print-ready sheet download: $5 USD. Printing is separate.
- Optional human expert review: +$4.99 USD.

[Open the photo tool](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/hk/visaApplication/)