🇨🇳China Residence Permit Photo for $1
Get a compliant 33 × 48 mm (1.3" × 1.9") 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
390×567px 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 Residence Permit Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 33 × 48 mm (1.3" × 1.9") |
| Digital size | 390 × 567 px |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 28-33mm 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 residence permit 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 33×48mm (unique to China)
Non-white background — Background must be plain white
Wrong head size — Head must measure 28-33mm from chin to crown
Ears not visible — Both ears must be clearly visible
Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months
Glasses causing glare — Remove glasses or ensure no reflections
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 33 × 48 mm (1.3" × 1.9").
| 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 | 390×567px |
| Max file size | 2048 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Portrait (130:189) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the China residence permit (Green Card)?
The China Foreigner's Permanent Residence Card, commonly known as the Chinese 'Green Card', is issued to foreigners who have permanent residence status in China.
What size photo is required for the China residence permit?
33×48mm with a white background, the same as Chinese passport photos.
Can I wear glasses in my China residence permit photo?
While glasses are allowed, it's recommended to remove them to avoid glare or reflection issues that could cause rejection.
How recent must my photo be?
Your photo must be taken within the last 6 months to be accepted.
Ready to create your residence permit 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.nia.gov.cn/