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Japan Visa & Passport photos (35 × 45 mm)
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) of Japan requires 35×45 mm photos with head size between 32 and 36 mm. Print 8 photos on a single 4×6 print sheet.
- 1 Upload
- 2 Adjust
- 3 Download
- 35 × 45 mm (45 × 35 mm (H × W))
- Head 32 – 36 mm (71 – 80%)
- Plain light background (white preferred)
Order a standard 4×6 in photo print (10×15 cm in Europe) at Walgreens, CVS, Walmart, Boots or any local kiosk for ~35¢. Cut along the dashed guidelines.
How to avoid "Printer Scaling" passport rejections
1. Scale must be 100%: In your printer settings or kiosk software, choose "Actual Size" or "Scale: 100%". Never check "Fit to Printable Area" or "Shrink to Fit" (which shrinks 2×2 in down to 1.7 in).
2. Physical Ruler Calibration: We include an exact 1.00 inch (25.4 mm) reference scale printed in the margin of the 4×6 sheet. Lay a real ruler over that bar—if it measures exactly 1 inch, your head dimensions are 100% compliant!
3. Paper Quality: Use glossy or matte photo paper (never plain copy paper).
Complete Guide: How to Take and Print a Japan Passport & Visa Photo at Home
Whether applying for a Japanese tourist e-Visa, student visa, Certificate of Eligibility (COE), or Japanese passport, official guidelines mandate a 45 mm high by 35 mm wide photo taken within 6 months.
1. Dimensions (35×45 mm)
The photo must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm high.
2. Head Proportions
The head from chin to crown must be 32 to 36 mm, with 2 to 6 mm space above the hair.
Three steps. Under a minute.
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Snap a photo
Stand facing a plain light wall in daytime lighting. Hold your smartphone camera at eye level.
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Align with biometric guide
Drag, zoom, and tilt until chin and crown fit the official Japan Passport & Visa Photo tolerance zones.
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Save & print for 35¢
Download the uncompressed digital file and the 4×6 print sheet with multiple copies.
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Japan Passport & Visa Photo Official Specifications (2026)
- Dimensions
- 35 mm wide × 45 mm high
- Head Size
- Between 32 mm and 36 mm
- Background
- Plain light background with zero shadows
- Facial Features
- Full face visible, neutral expression
Government compliance notice: Guidelines strictly correspond to Code of Federal Regulations 22 CFR 51.26 and ICAO Doc 9303.
Frequently Asked Questions
What photo size is required for a Japan visa?
Japan visa and passport photos must be 35 mm wide by 45 mm high (or 45 mm high by 35 mm wide).
How PassQuickSnap compares to pharmacies & paid apps
| Feature | PassQuickSnap (In-Browser) | Walgreens / CVS | Paid Photo Apps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Cost | Free (+ ~$0.35 for 4×6 print) | $16.99 – $17.99 | $12.00 – $16.00 paywall |
| Photos Included | 6–8 print photos + Digital JPEG | Only 2 physical prints | 1 digital file (sheet costs extra) |
| Biometric Privacy | ✓ 100% on-device (0 uploads) | Stored on store kiosk | Uploaded to cloud servers |
| Unlimited Retakes | ✓ Unlimited at home | 1–2 rushed shots in store | Pay per export |