# South Korea Visa Photo Maker, 35x45 mm

Country: South Korea

Document: Visa

Page language: en

Page: [South Korea Visa Photo Maker, 35x45 mm](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/kr/visa/)

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 | 35 × 45 mm |
| Photo paper | Glossy or matte |
| Digital pixel dimensions | 413 × 531 px (see guide/source for applicability and minimum vs exact sizing) |
| Digital file format | JPEG |
| Maximum digital file size | 500 KB |
| Photo age | Taken within 6 months |

## Appearance and composition

- Background: Plain white or light-colored background, evenly lit, without any marks or creases
- Head size: 25-35mm face length (from chin to crown), head height 32-36mm total
- Expression: Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open, looking directly at camera
- Glasses: Not permitted.
- 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

- Same photo as previous document — Using identical photo from passport or ID card issued within 6 months will be rejected

- Face not recognizable — Significant facial changes, altered hair color, or poor quality making identification difficult

- Ears not visible — Both ears must be clearly shown unless wearing religious head covering

- Wrong background — Background must be plain white or light-colored, evenly lit, without marks or creases

- Wearing glasses — Glasses are not allowed in Korean visa photos

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

## Source for the document requirements

[Source linked by the document page](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/us-losangeles-en/brd/m_4394/view.do?seq=725383)

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

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Complete Guide

## South Korea visa photo: 35×45mm requirements and where to get one

What a compliant South Korea visa photo needs, the rules people miss — visible ears and no reused photos — and a straight comparison of where to get one.

Written by

Jake

Community & Writing, One Dollar Passport Photo

Reviewed by

Lisa

Expert Reviewer, One Dollar Passport Photo

Fact-checked & verified

May 17, 2026

## The official requirements

A South Korea visa photo is **35×45mm** — the standard ICAO portrait size. The full spec:

-   **Size:** 35×45 mm
-   **Background:** plain white or light-colored, evenly lit, no marks or creases
-   **Head size:** 25–35 mm face length (chin to crown), head 32–36 mm total
-   **Expression:** neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight at the camera
-   **Ears:** both ears must be clearly visible
-   **Glasses:** not allowed
-   **Recency:** taken within the last 6 months
-   **Color:** color photo

For a digital upload the file is a JPEG, 413×531 pixels, up to 500 KB.

Two rules trip people up: **both ears must show**, and you **cannot reuse** a photo from a passport or ID issued within the last 6 months — Korean consulates check for this.

## How to take a compliant photo

The setup is standard ICAO portrait work, with attention to the ears and hair:

1.  Stand 6–8 feet in front of a plain white or light wall, far enough out to cast no shadow.
2.  Light yourself evenly from the front. Korean guidance is strict about even lighting with no creases or marks on the background.
3.  **Pull hair back from the ears and face.** Both ears need to be visible; hair tucked behind the ears is the simplest fix.
4.  Have someone else take the shot — neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes on the lens.
5.  Crop to 35×45 mm with the face at the right height — or upload to a tool that crops to the Korean visa frame and validates it.

## Why photos get rejected

Korean visa sections reject a consistent set of problems. Each one, and the fix:

-   **Reusing an old photo** — an identical photo from a passport or ID issued in the last 6 months is rejected. Take a fresh photo.
-   **Ears not visible** — hair covering the ears fails unless you wear a religious head covering. Tuck hair back.
-   **Glasses worn** — not allowed in Korean visa photos. Take them off.
-   **Background marks or creases** — Korean guidance specifically calls these out; use a clean, evenly lit background.
-   **Face not recognizable** — significant change in appearance, altered hair color, or low quality.
-   **Photo too old** — must be within the last 6 months.

## What to wear (and not wear)

There is no dress code, but a few choices reliably cause a rejection.

**Avoid:** glasses of any kind, hats and non-religious head coverings, headphones, and hairstyles that cover the ears. A white or very pale top can blend into a light background — choose a darker, solid color.

**Fine:** ordinary everyday clothing, light everyday makeup, and religious head coverings worn daily (the face must stay fully visible).

The ears rule is the one to plan around: if you usually wear your hair down over your ears, you’ll need to pin it back for this photo.

## Where to get your photo

You can get a South Korea visa photo online or in person:

| Where | Price | 35×45mm sizing | Digital file | Speed |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Photo studio | varies locally | Yes — standard ICAO size | Often | Same day |
| Pharmacy / print shop | varies locally | Often — confirm 35×45mm | Rarely | Same day |
| Online tool (this site) | $1.00 | Yes — exact 35×45mm crop | Yes | ~2 minutes |

35×45 mm is the most common photo size worldwide, so most studios produce it correctly — but still confirm, and make sure they keep your ears visible. An online tool crops to 35×45 mm and gives you the upload file plus a print sheet. Whichever you use, the ears-visible and no-reuse rules are yours to get right.

## Submitting your photo

South Korea visa applications are filed through a Korean embassy, consulate, or the Korea Visa Application Center (KVAC) in your country.

**Paper application** — You attach one printed 35×45 mm photo to the visa application form.

**Online applications (K-ETA and visa portal)** — Where an online application is used, you upload the JPEG (413×531 px, up to 500 KB). Even for an online submission, bring a printed copy to any in-person appointment in case the center asks for one.

### Sources & References

This guide is fact-checked against official government publications and updated regularly to reflect the latest requirements.

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    [Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Republic of Korea — visa photo guidance](https://overseas.mofa.go.kr/us-losangeles-en/brd/m_4394/view.do?seq=725383)
    
    mofa.go.kr