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Privacy-first editor for passport, visa, and ID photos
South Korean Passport Photo
Generate a print-ready 35×45 mm Korean biometric passport photo in your browser. Free, private, instant.
1) Select country, document type and size
2) Select print sheet format
Auto placement0
Current gap3 mm
Photo preview
Drag image inside frame. Mouse wheel changes zoom.
Print sheet preview
3) Export
About the service
PassportPhotoCreator is a free online tool that helps you create passport and ID photos in the correct format within seconds. The entire process runs directly in your browser, so your images are never uploaded to any server.
We value your privacy — there is no registration, no personal data collection, and no tracking of your uploaded photos. Everything happens locally on your device.
Key benefits:
- 100% browser-based photo processing
- No uploads to servers — your images stay private
- No registration or personal data required
- Completely free to use
- Instant generation of print-ready photo sheets
PassportPhotoCreator is designed to make creating passport, visa, and ID photos fast, simple, and secure — without compromising your privacy.
Requirements
- Photo must be exactly 35 mm wide and 45 mm tall.
- Background must be plain white — no patterns, shadows, or gradients.
- Face must be centered and cover 60–80% of the photo height.
- Full head must be visible — no cropping of hair or chin.
- Both eyes open, looking directly at the camera.
- Neutral expression with mouth closed.
- No glasses (required since 2021).
- No head coverings unless worn daily for religious reasons.
- Photo taken within the last 6 months.
- Printed on high-quality matte photo paper — no inkjet or plain paper.
Photo Size
35 × 45 mm, 300 DPI, plain white background.
How to use
- Upload a clear front-facing portrait photo.
- Select South Korea → Passport to load the 35×45 mm biometric preset.
- Centre your face so it fills 60–80% of the image height.
- Use background removal to achieve a clean white background.
- Adjust brightness for even, shadow-free lighting.
- Download the print sheet and take it to any photo shop or 편의점 (convenience store) kiosk for printing.
FAQ
What size is a South Korean passport photo?
A South Korean passport photo must be 35 mm wide and 45 mm tall. The face should occupy 60–80% of the photo height.
What background colour is required for a Korean passport photo?
The background must be plain white with no shadows, patterns, or gradients. The subject's face must stand out clearly from the background.
Can I wear glasses in a Korean passport photo?
No. South Korea's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has prohibited glasses in biometric passport photos since 2021.
Where do I apply for a South Korean passport?
Korean passports are applied for at 읍·면·동 주민센터 (local community centres), district offices, or overseas Korean embassies and consulates. One 35×45 mm printed photo is required.
Does my photo get uploaded to your server?
No. All editing and export happen entirely in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device.
Is this tool free?
Yes — 100% free, no account or subscription needed.
Where can I print a Korean passport photo?
Take the print sheet to any photo studio (사진관), large convenience store with photo kiosks, or a pharmacy with printing service. Ask for a 35×45 mm biometric print.