Japan Visa Photo 45×45mm Square Maker (MOFA & eVISA Compliant)
Important update: Japan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MOFA) updated Japanese Visa application photos from 45×35 mm to a square 45×45 mm (1.77 × 1.77 in) format! Format exact 531×531 px @ 300 DPI photos for Japan eVISA or tile 6 square prints onto a 4×6" sheet.
Japan Visa (MOFA / VFS / eVISA) Photo Specifications
| Item | Current Japan MOFA Standard | 300 DPI Studio Output |
|---|---|---|
| Exact Photo Size | 45 mm × 45 mm SQUARE (1.77 × 1.77 in) | 531 × 531 px @ 300 DPI |
| Note vs. US 2×2" | 45×45 mm is 6 mm smaller than US 51×51 mm! | Dedicated 531px tile (not 600px!) |
| Crown-to-Chin Height | 30 – 34 mm (approx. 68–75% of height) | Pre-aligned Crown & Chin guides |
| Top Headroom | 4 – 6 mm above top of hair | 8–14% upper clearance band |
| 4×6" Print Sheet | 6 exact 45×45mm tiles + scissor corner ticks | 1800 × 1200 px @ 300 DPI |
4×6" Print Sheet Yield vs. Retail Passport Counter Price Comparison
| Provider | In-Store Passport Counter (2 Prints) | DIY 4×6" Glossy Postcard Sheet (6 Prints) | Your Net Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVS Photo | $16.99 + tax ($8.50 / photo) | $0.39 for 6× 2×2" photos ($0.065 / photo) | Save $16.60 (97%) |
| Walgreens Photo | $16.99 + tax ($8.50 / photo) | $0.39 for 6× 2×2" photos (~$0.25 w/ coupon) | Save $16.60+ (97%) |
| Walmart Photo Center | $7.44 – $8.88 (2 prints) | $0.14 – $0.25 1-Hour 4×6" print (6 photos) | Save $7.20+ (96%) |
| UPS Store / FedEx Office | $14.95 – $16.99 (2 prints) | Print on home inkjet 4×6" glossy paper (~$0.12) | Save $15.00+ (98%) |
How to Prepare Japan Tourist Visa or eVISA Photos
- Click 'Open Japan 45×45mm Visa Photo Studio' above to lock the canvas to 531×531 px (45×45 mm at 300 DPI).
- Upload your smartphone portrait taken within the last 6 months against a plain wall.
- Drag and zoom until your head fills roughly 70% of the frame inside our green biometric oval.
- Download the free 531×531 px PNG for Japan eVISA online uploads, or print the 6-up 4×6" sheet so each cut square fits neatly inside the 45×45mm glue box on the Japan Visa Application Form.
Don't Make These 2 Classic Japan Visa Photo Mistakes
- Bringing an outdated 35×45mm print: Japanese consulates and VFS centers transitioned visa forms to the 45×45 mm square box — narrow 35mm prints leave blank gaps on both sides.
- Gluing an uncut 2×2 inch (51×51mm) US print: A 51×51mm US photo overhangs the 45×45mm barcode/name area on the Japanese form; our 45×45mm sheet prints exact 45mm scissor ticks!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Japan visa photo 45x45mm or 35x45mm?
Japanese Visa application photos are now 45 mm x 45 mm square (updated by MOFA), whereas Japanese domestic passports for Japanese citizens remain 35x45 mm.
Can I use a 2x2 inch US passport photo for a Japan visa?
Some consulates tolerate trimming down a 2x2 inch (51x51mm) photo ONLY if the head still measures ~32mm after trimming, which often chops off your shoulders. Using our native 45x45mm preset guarantees exact proportions.
Does the free PNG work for the Japan eVISA portal?
Yes! The free single export produces a clean, borderless 531x531 px square portrait ideal for the Japan eVISA upload step.