South Korea Passport Photo (35×45 mm)
South Korea uses 35×45 mm passport photos with a plain white background. Head height should be 32–36 mm. Photos must be taken within the last 6 months, in colour, with a neutral expression. Hair must not cover the eyes or face contour. Earrings, hats, and decorative items are not allowed.
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Size
35 × 45 mm
Background
Plain white
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- The size is the same as Japan's, but Korea is stricter about ensuring both the chin and forehead are clearly visible.
- Coloured contact lenses are not permitted.
- For online applications, the JPEG should be at least 350×450 px.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use a Japanese passport photo for Korea?
Possibly — both use 35×45 mm and white background. Korea is stricter about hair covering the face, so verify before submission.
Are coloured contacts really banned?
Yes. The Korean MOFA explicitly bans coloured contact lenses for passport photos to ensure biometric matching.
What about resident registration cards (주민등록증)?
They use the same 35×45 mm specification, so the same photo can be reused if taken recently.