Does South Korea require a white background?

Yes — a plain white background with even lighting and no shadows, which this tool creates automatically.

Can I wear glasses in the photo?

Korea generally requires no glasses for passport photos to avoid glare. Follow the current official guidance; the tool handles the sizing.

Can I use this photo for the Alien Registration Card (ARC)?

Yes. The immigration office asks for the same 35 by 45 mm photo on a white background, taken within six months. The digital file and the print sheet from this page both fit that requirement.

Does a white shirt cause problems?

It can. Korean guidance advises against white or very light tops because the shoulders merge with the white background and the photo may be refused. Wear a darker colour with a visible collar or neckline.

South Korea Passport Photo (35x45mm) — Free Maker

Create a South Korea passport photo (35×45mm) with a white background — free and private.

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In South Korea the 35 by 45 mm photo on a white background is not only the passport standard; the same specification is used for the Alien Registration Card that foreign residents must obtain, for driver's licences and for the photo still routinely attached to a Korean CV, so one file made to passport rules covers most paperwork. This page is preset to the Korean passport document: the frame is 35 by 45 mm, the background is swapped for plain white by an AI cut-out on your device, and you get both a digital copy and a print sheet.

The photo must have been taken within the last six months, the face must occupy a defined height within the frame, the expression neutral with mouth closed, and the background pure white with no shadow behind the shoulders. Uniforms are not accepted, and clothing that blends into a white background, such as a white collarless shirt, can cause a rejection because the outline of the shoulders disappears. Shoot against any plain wall in even daylight and the background replacement takes care of the colour. What it cannot change is a tilted head or an off-centre gaze, so retake rather than hope. Confirm the current rules with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs before applying, since details change.

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Frequently asked questions

Does South Korea require a white background?: Yes — a plain white background with even lighting and no shadows, which this tool creates automatically.
Can I wear glasses in the photo?: Korea generally requires no glasses for passport photos to avoid glare. Follow the current official guidance; the tool handles the sizing.
Can I use this photo for the Alien Registration Card (ARC)?: Yes. The immigration office asks for the same 35 by 45 mm photo on a white background, taken within six months. The digital file and the print sheet from this page both fit that requirement.
Does a white shirt cause problems?: It can. Korean guidance advises against white or very light tops because the shoulders merge with the white background and the photo may be refused. Wear a darker colour with a visible collar or neckline.

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