South Korean Visa Photo in the UK
35 × 45 mm · white background · Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates)
£6.99 digital file
Wrong size, background or crop? We fix it free or refund you in full. Refund policy
Rules last checked against Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates) on 12 October 2026.
About this photo
The South Korean Visa photo accepted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates) is a 35 by 45 mm portrait. Colour photo, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm; head 2.5-3.5 cm. A white background is accepted, as long as it is uniform and without pattern. Your head, chin to crown, should measure 25 to 35 mm on the print. Home photos are accepted when they follow the rules, so a well-lit phone picture taken by someone else works. Applications are made with printed photos, so you need a physical copy rather than an upload. Upload your picture and we size it for the South Korean Visa, replace the background and verify the proportions before checkout.
Photo requirements
| Photo size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Background | white |
| Head size | 56–78% of the photo height (25–35 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair) |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open |
| Glasses | Allowed. No coloured glasses. |
| Head coverings | Allowed for religious or medical reasons. No hats. Hijab, veil, turban and other religious head coverings are allowed if the face from forehead to chin shows. |
| Head position | Facing the camera, tilted no more than 10° |
| Other rules | Colour photo, 3.5 cm x 4.5 cm; head 2.5-3.5 cm; Plain white background; No coloured glasses, hats or accessories (medical equipment excepted); Ears visible; face must clearly identify you; Do not reuse a photo from a passport or residence card issued more than 6 months ago |
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How it works
1. Take or upload a photo
Use your phone camera against a plain wall, or pick a photo you already have.
2. We size and check it
We crop to the right size, replace the background and check it against the rules above.
3. Download and use it
Pay once, then download the digital file and the print sheet straight away.
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Questions about South Korean Visa photos
What size is a South Korean Visa photo?
South Korean Visa photos are 35 × 45 mm. The head should fill 56–78% of the photo height (25–35 mm, chin to crown, top of head, including hair).
What background does a South Korean Visa photo need?
A plain white background, with no shadows, patterns or objects. We replace the background for you, but a plain wall gives the cleanest edges around your hair.
Can I wear glasses in a South Korean Visa photo?
Yes. No coloured glasses.
Can I smile in a South Korean Visa photo?
No. Keep a neutral expression with your mouth closed and your eyes open.
Can I wear a head covering?
Allowed for religious or medical reasons. No hats. Hijab, veil, turban and other religious head coverings are allowed if the face from forehead to chin shows.
Can I take a South Korean Visa photo at home?
Usually, yes, as long as it meets the rules above. Check the instructions for your application route, because final acceptance is always decided by Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates). PhotoPass ID sizes your photo and checks it against these rules before you pay.
How much does a South Korean Visa photo cost in the UK?
£6.99 for the digital file, paid once. It includes a print-at-home sheet you can print at any photo shop.
What if something is wrong with my photo?
If our processing gets the size, background or crop wrong for this document, we fix it free or refund you in full. Final acceptance is always decided by the issuing authority.
Official source: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates)
Read the rules on the authority's website: Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates) (overseas.mofa.go.kr).
Rules last checked against Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Korea (embassies and consulates) on 12 October 2026.
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