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Japan document photo specifications — every type compared
Japan requires 2 document photo formats. This page lists each — passport, visa, ID, residence permit — with size in mm, head-height, background and the official source.
All Japan document photo specifications
Every document type Japan issues that requires a photo, listed below with the official spec. Click any document to read the full rules, including the printable layout, glasses and expression rules, and the source link.
| Document | Photo size | Head height | Background | Last verified | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Passport | 35 × 45 mm | 71–80% | White | mofa.go.jp | |
| Visa | 35 × 45 mm | 70–80% | White | mofa.go.jp |