Japan
JapanJapan residence permit photo size
30 × 40 mm · Taken within the last 6 months
Requirements
| Photo size | 30 × 40 mm (1.18 × 1.57 in) |
|---|---|
| Head height | The authority does not publish a head-height figure. |
| Background | Plain background required. The authority does not specify a particular colour. |
| How recent | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Retouching | Not allowed. The photo must not be digitally altered beyond cropping. |
| Background replacement | Not allowed. Shoot against a plain, evenly lit wall. |
| Where to take it | You can take this photo yourself. |
- Glasses are allowed, but there must be no glare on the lenses.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed.
Source: moj.go.jp. Rules change — check the issuing authority before you submit.
How the residence permit photo is submitted
If you hand in a printed photo
- 1 photo.
写真 １葉（指定の規格を満たした写真を用意し、申請書に添付して提出）
moj.go.jp
Rules the authority states for this photo
- No other people or objects in the photo.
申請人本人のみが撮影されたもの
moj.go.jp - No hat or head covering.
無帽で正面を向いたもの
moj.go.jp - Face the camera directly.
無帽で正面を向いたもの
moj.go.jp - No shadows on the face or background.
背景（影を含む。）がないもの
moj.go.jp - Sharp and in focus.
鮮明であるもの
moj.go.jp - For a printed photo, write the person's name on the back.
裏面に氏名が記載されたもの
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Questions
- What size is a Japan residence permit photo?
- 30 × 40 mm (1.18 × 1.57 in).
- Can I take a Japan residence permit photo with my phone?
- Yes. PhotoSpec crops to 30 × 40 mm and checks the framing before you save. Photos are processed on the phone and are not uploaded.
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Take your Japan residence permit photo
Processed on your phone. Photos are not uploaded.