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South Korea Visa Photo: 35x45 mm Size and Rules

A South Korea visa photo is a 35x45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in) colour photo on a plain white or off-white background, taken within 6 months. It must show the full face with the eyes open and no glasses.

  • 35×45 mm
  • White
  • Rules checked October 5, 2026
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  • Face the camera, keep your head straight and your mouth closed.
  • Stand about 1 m from a plain wall in soft, even light. No shadows on the face.
  • Ask someone else to take it from eye level. Shoulders should be visible.
  • Remove glasses, hats and hair from the face. Religious head coverings are allowed if the face is fully visible.
  • For a baby, lay them on a plain white sheet and photograph from straight above.

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South Korea Visa photo requirements

Official rules summarised. Source: Embassy of the Republic of Korea in Finland - visa photo requirements. Official page

Photo size
35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in)
Resolution
300 DPI
Head height (chin to crown)
70–80% of the photo height
Background
White
Glasses
Not allowed
Expression
Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open
Head covering
Only for religious reasons, face fully visible
Printed copies
1
Submission
Printed photo

Colour, within 6 months, full-face, eyes open. Acceptance is at the embassy's discretion; head size and glasses rules not stated.

Correct and incorrect examples

  • CorrectCentred, neutral, even light

  • Too closeHead fills the frame

  • Head tiltedKeep your head level

  • ShadowsLight from one side

  • GlassesReflections hide the eyes

  • SmilingMouth must be closed

  • Hair over the eyesEyes and eyebrows must be visible

  • Busy backgroundUse a plain, light wall

South Korea visa photo rules in plain words

The Embassy of the Republic of Korea asks for one printed colour photo of 35x45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in) on a plain white or off-white background. The photo must be taken within the last 6 months and show your full face with the eyes open.

  • Copies: 1.
  • Glasses: not allowed.
  • Head covering: religious only, with the face fully visible.
  • Head size: not stated by the embassy.

The embassy page does not give a head-size range or a detailed glasses rule beyond the above, and it states that acceptance is at the embassy's discretion. This is why a clean, conventional passport-style framing is the safest approach.

How to take the photo at home with a phone

Face a window in front of a plain white wall. Stand slightly away from the wall to avoid a shadow behind your head. Hold the phone at eye height, face the lens directly and keep your expression neutral. Both eyes must be open and clearly visible.

  • Remove your glasses and keep hair away from your eyes.
  • Do not turn your head to the side; the photo must be full-face.
  • Do not use filters, which can change skin tones and make the photo look unnatural.

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Common reasons for rejection

  • Black-and-white photo. The embassy asks for a colour photo.
  • Old photo. It must have been taken within 6 months.
  • Head turned or eyes closed. A full-face view with open eyes is expected.
  • Glasses on. Glasses are not allowed.
  • Uneven or coloured background. Only plain white or off-white is accepted.

Printing the photo

A South Korea visa photo is submitted as a printed photo. Download the file, print it at 300 DPI at 35x45 mm on photo paper and attach 1 copy to your visa application. Because acceptance is at the embassy's discretion, check the instructions of the embassy or consulate that handles your application before you print.

Tips for a clean result

Choose a recent picture that looks like you on the day you apply. Keep both ears and your hairline visible where possible, sit upright and keep the shoulders level. If the first attempt shows shadows, move closer to the window and try again.

Payment is one-time, and you receive a full refund if an authority rejects the photo.

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Frequently asked questions

What size is a South Korea visa photo?

The photo is 35x45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 in), in colour.

What background should I use?

Use a plain white or off-white background.

Can I wear glasses?

No, glasses are not allowed.

How recent must the photo be?

The photo must be taken within the last 6 months.

Is a head-size range given?

No. The embassy does not state a head-size rule, and acceptance is at the embassy's discretion, so use a standard full-face passport-style framing.

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Page updated October 5, 2026. Requirements can change. Always check the official page before you apply.