Good to know: The size depends on the embassy: most ask for 45 × 35 mm, some accept 2 × 2 in or 45 × 45 mm. Check yours. The photo is glued to the form.
Japanese visa photo requirements
Japanese embassies glue a printed photo to the visa form; it must not be printed onto the form digitally. Most ask for 45 × 35 mm with the face 32–36 mm, but some US consulates take 2 × 2 in and a few missions 45 × 45 mm, so check yours.
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head | 32–36 mm from the chin to the top of the head |
| Background | A plain white background |
| Glasses | No sunglasses or thick frames. |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open, looking straight at the camera |
| Prints needed | 1 |
| Editing | “Computer-enhanced images are not accepted.” |
Source: ny.us.emb-japan.go.jp (2026-11-09).
Taking a Japanese visa photo
Stand in front of a plain white background. Glasses are a risk: take them off if they catch the light. Keep a neutral face with your mouth closed.
Printing Japan visa photos
8 fit on a 4×6 print, 9 on a 5×7, 25 on A4 and 25 on US Letter; the office wants 1.
Questions
What size is a Japanese visa photo?
35 × 45 mm, with the head 32–36 mm from the chin to the top of the head.
Can I take a Japanese visa photo at home?
Usually, yes. The size depends on the embassy: most ask for 45 × 35 mm, some accept 2 × 2 in or 45 × 45 mm. Check yours. The photo is glued to the form.
Can I change the background?
The rules say: “Computer-enhanced images are not accepted.”
Other photos
- Japanese passport 35×45 mm
- Japanese My Number card 35×45 mm
- 35 × 45 mm photo 35×45 mm
- UK passport 35×45 mm
- Every passport and visa photo