South Korea · Photo requirements
South Korea Visa Photo Requirements 2026
A South Korean visa photo uses the same 35×45 mm specification as the Korean passport — plain white background, head 32–36 mm, no glasses. The same specification applies to all Korean visa categories: tourist (C-3), student (D-2), work (E-7), and resident visas.
Quick specs
Photo size
35 × 45 mm
1.38 × 1.77 inches
Head height
32–36 mm
chin to crown
Background
Plain white only.
Authority
Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Korea)
Key details
- Same 35×45 mm specification across all South Korean visa categories.
- For K-ETA (Korea Electronic Travel Authorisation), a digital photo upload is required.
Shared rules with the country overview
These apply to every document this country issues — see the full breakdown on the country page.
Background
Plain white only. Korean photo offices are strict about white background uniformity.
Expression and eyes
Strictly neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open. No smiling.
Glasses
Glasses are not allowed in Korean biometric photos. Remove them.
Recency
The photo must have been taken within the last six months.
Frequently asked questions
What size photo for a South Korean visa? +
35×45 mm — the same as the Korean passport.
Does the K-ETA accept digital uploads? +
Yes — K-ETA requires a JPEG photo upload at 35×45 mm aspect ratio.
Are glasses allowed for a Korean visa photo? +
No — same rule as the passport. Glasses are not permitted.
Can I reuse my passport photo for a Korean visa? +
Yes — both documents use the identical 35×45 mm specification.
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