🇨🇳China ID Card Photo for $1
Get a compliant 26 × 32 mm (1" × 1.3") photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
358×441px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
China ID Card Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 26 × 32 mm (1" × 1.3") |
| Digital size | 358 × 441 px |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 22-26mm from chin to crown |
| Glasses | Allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 2048 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect id card photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Wrong photo size — Must be 26×32mm (smaller than passport size)
Non-white background — Background must be plain white
Wrong head size — Head must measure 22-26mm from chin to crown
Ears not visible — Both ears must be clearly visible
Hair covering forehead — Forehead must be clearly visible
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 26 × 32 mm (1" × 1.3").
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Where to print
- Local photo studios ~¥5-15
- ID photo kiosks(available in metro stations) ~¥10-20
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 358×441px |
| Max file size | 2048 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (358:441) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a China ID card photo?
26×32mm, which is smaller than the Chinese passport photo size (33×48mm). This is a unique size specific to China's Resident Identity Card.
Is the China ID photo the same size as the passport photo?
No, the China ID card photo (26×32mm) is significantly smaller than the passport photo (33×48mm). Make sure you select the correct document type.
Can I wear glasses in my China ID card photo?
While glasses are technically allowed, it's strongly recommended to remove them to avoid glare or reflection issues.
What is the Resident Identity Card (Shenfenzheng)?
The Resident Identity Card (Shenfenzheng) is the primary identification document for Chinese citizens, required for many official and everyday activities in China.
Ready to create your id card photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
Related Documents
Official source: https://www.mps.gov.cn/