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South Korean Passport Photo — Online, Approved First Time

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South Korean Passport photo requirements

Print size35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI
Digital size35×45mm @ 300 DPI
Head height71–80% of photo height
Backgroundwhite
  • Chin-to-crown 32–36mm (71–80%) of photo height — confirmed
  • Recommended digital size 413×531px at minimum 300 DPI for online applications
  • No digital editing or AI enhancement allowed
  • Background must be plain white, no border, no ink marks; religious headwear allowed if worn daily with full face visible

Requirements verified against the official authority: www.passport.go.kr

South Korean Passport photo — frequently asked questions

What size does a south korean passport photo need to be?

35×45mm at 300 DPI, or 35×45mm @ 300 DPI if submitting digitally.

What background do I need for a South Korea south korean passport?

The background must be white, plain, and evenly lit with no shadows or patterns.

How much of the photo should my head take up?

Your head (chin to crown) should fill 71–80% of the photo's height.

What else rejects a south korean passport photo?

Chin-to-crown 32–36mm (71–80%) of photo height — confirmed Recommended digital size 413×531px at minimum 300 DPI for online applications No digital editing or AI enhancement allowed Background must be plain white, no border, no ink marks; religious headwear allowed if worn daily with full face visible

Can I use a selfie or a photo from my phone?

Yes — take the photo against a plain wall in good, even light, then upload it. Our AI detects your face and crops it to the exact South Korea spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.

How much does a south korean passport photo cost?

$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.

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