🇰🇷 South Korea Passport Photo Specs 2026
Korea passport photo 3.5×4.5cm, white background, within 6 months. Top 5 rejection reasons and selfie tips. Make yours free with AI.
| 📐 Size | 35x45 |
|---|---|
| 🖥️ Resolution | 413×531px |
| 🔍 DPI | 300 |
| 🎨 Background | white |
| 📏 Head Height | 32~36mm |
Detailed Requirements
Neutral expression, mouth closed
Glasses allowed (watch for lens glare and frame obstruction)
Hair must not cover forehead
✅ Acceptable Photo
Front-facing · Neutral · White BG
- ✅ Face the camera directly
- ✅ Neutral expression
- ✅ Mouth closed
- ✅ Light, uniform background
- ✅ No shadows on face
- ✅ Taken within last 6 months
❌ Rejected Photo
Tilted · Shadow · Hair
- ❌ Hats or head coverings
- ❌ Sunglasses or tinted lenses
- ❌ Excessive photo editing
- ❌ Anything obscuring the face
Top 5 Rejection Reasons
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1
Shadow on background
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2
Head tilt
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3
Hair covering forehead
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4
Uneven lighting
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5
Wrong size
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the passport photo background have to be white?
Yes, a solid white background is required. Shadows or patterns will cause rejection.
Can I wear glasses in a passport photo?
For Korea, glasses are allowed but watch for lens glare and frame obstruction. For Japan, removing glasses is strongly recommended.
Can I take a passport photo by myself?
Yes, as long as it meets the specifications. MONKOS AI automatically removes the background and crops to the correct size.
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