CHINESE PASSPORT PHOTOS

Fair Prices, Great Value

Professional passport photos that feel considered and well made, priced fairly, without compromise.

Great Results Within The Rules

Look your best in a passport photo captured with skill, while meeting every strict Australian and international requirement.

Easy Stress Free Experience

A calm, relaxed studio session designed to make your passport photo simple, comfortable and easy.

Accredited Photographer

Your passport photo is crafted by an accredited Master Photographer with the skill, care and attention to detail you can trust.

Chinese Passport Photos

Need a China passport photo on the Gold Coast?

Gold Coast Passport Photography provides professionally captured Chinese passport photos prepared to the official requirements published by china.

For china passport applicants, and chinese nationals re-applying outside china, accuracy matters. Chinese passport photo rules are specific, have undergone a number of recent changes and even small errors in size, background, head height, lighting, or facial positioning can lead to delays.

We photograph your image carefully, check it against the published Chinese Passport Photo Standards, and provide it in the correct format for your application.

Whether you are renewing a chinese passport, replacing an expired passport, or preparing an application from overseas, we can supply china passport photo prints, digital files, or both depending on what your application requires.

Chinese Passport Photos Done Properly

We use controlled studio lighting, careful positioning, and precise framing to help produce an image that is both compliant and natural looking. Every photo is checked against the current china passport photo standards before it is supplied.

Our China passport photo service is ideal for:

  • Chinese passport renewals

  • First China passport applications

  • Replacement passport applications

  • Overseas paper applications

  • Supporting passport photos for children and babies

  • Applicants who need both printed and digital versions

A Better Chinese Passport Photo Experience

China Passport Photos
  • Professionally lit, shadow-free studio lighting

  • Printed on 220gsm dye-sublimation gloss paper

  • Instant on-screen preview and approval

  • Multiple captures until you’re 100% confident

  • Optional digital JPEG delivered via email or AirDrop

  • Guaranteed China Passport Office compliance

  • Stress-free infant & child photography

  • Private, comfortable studio — no queues or public onlookers

  • Fast turnaround — prints ready in minutes

Official Chinese Passport & Visa Photo Requirements

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Overall Photo Size

33mm wide x 48mm high

Facial Measurement

28mm–33mm from chin to crown

Background Colour

white background

Official Source & Latest Updates

China passport photo requirements are set by Chinese consular authorities. For the most current officially published specifications, refer directly to the relevant official Chinese consular pages, including:

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Australia – Passport/Travel Document Photo Standards

https://au.china-embassy.gov.cn/chn/lsfw/hzlxz/blhzlxzxz/200511/t20051122_983925.htm

The Consulate- General of The People's Republic of China in Brisbane
https://brisbane.china-consulate.gov.cn/eng/

Or the relevant Chinese embassy or consulate handling your application


Requirements may change. Final acceptance of all passport photographs remains at the discretion of the issuing authority.

Applicant is required to submit one photo while applying for Chinese visa. In accordance with the instruction from the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the P.R. China, The following detailed requirements of the photo should be satisfied: 

1. It must be a color photo, taken recently within the last 6 months.

2. Photo size: 48mmx33mm, width of head: 15mm to 22mm, head eight of head: 28mm to 33mm. Please refer to the picture below:

3. It should be easy to identify the applicant by the photo, While taking the photo, please face the camera with the entire head and face clearly visible. The facial expression should be neutral with eyes open, lips closed and ears visible. Head position: ≤20°left or right tilt, and ≤25°up or down tilt. There should be no extra movement or objects visible in the photo.

4. Facial features should be complete and clearly visible, with the head centered in the photo. Eyeglasses are allowed except thick-rimmed, tinted or glare glasses. Hat or other head wears are only permitted due to religious reasons, but any facial features should not be obscured.

5. There should be no damages or impurities on the photo, no permeation or shadow over the face. Photo should be in natural tone, but not over or under exposed, red-eyed or distorted.

6. Background should be in white or close to white, and with no edge frame. Photo with scene of everyday life is not accepeted.

7. Photo should be printed on glossy finish photo paper, but not on matte finish paper or plain paper, and should be stainless, scratchless or without any crease.

Please refer to the following image to check if your photo meets these requirements.

 

The specific requirements mentioned above will come into effect from 01/12/2016. Please be noticed that, your visa application may be declined if your photo does not satisfy the requirements, and all the responsibilities should be taken by yourself.

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Commonwealth of Australia

Add: 15 Coronation Drive, Yarralumla, ACT 2600

Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Commonwealth of Australia All Rights Reserved

http://au.china-embassy.gov.cn/

Tel: 0061-2-6228 3999 Fax: 0061-2-6228 3836

E-mail: [email protected]

Chinese Visa Digital Requirements

Passport Photos From $25.00!

PASSPORT VISA & ID PHOTO PRICES

Passport Photo Print Only

AUD$25.00

Passport Photo Print + Cut to Size Trimming Service

AU$35.00

Passport Photo Digital Image File Only

AU$40.00

Passport Photo Print & Digital Image File Combo

AU$55.00

Passport Photo Digital Image File + Print + Cut to Size Trimming

AU$65.00

How It Works

We Confirm Your Specs

You let us know which country or application specs your photo is for, and we set the lighting and background to the correct standard before we begin. This also allows for you to check your self in the mirror and prepare.

We Capture Your Best shot

With controlled lighting, careful positioning, and guidance on posture and expression, we capture multiple images so you look clear, natural, and confident. You’ll review your photo at 400% on-screen and we’ll adjust and re-capture until you’re happy.

We Check Compliance

We measure and check your image against the relevant guidelines, then provide your photos as prints, digital files, or both, ready to use for your passport, visa or ID. Every step is deliberate and quality focused for the best results.

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You’ll Be Happy With!

We use professional studio lighting, calibrated equipment, precise lens alignment, and accurate biometric framing to create passport, visa, and ID photos that meet official ICAO & issuing authority specifications, without distortion and shadows.
We carefully guide posture, expression, and alignment so your photo reflects how you naturally look, not an awkward or rushed snapshot, and we repeat the process and refine the image to ensure you look like the best version of you.
The result is a compliant passport photo that is clear, balanced, professionally presented, and one you’re happy to see on your identification for the next ten years.

Compliance doesn’t mean compromising on quality.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to make an appointment?

Yes! To avoid disappointment and ensure availability please book online. This ensures your session runs promptly without delay.

How much do passport photos cost?

Passport, Visa & ID photos all start from just $25.00, with out most popular combo print & digital file available from $55.00

How long does the session take?

Most passport photo sessions take around 10-15 minutes, including reviewing and approving your photo before printing.

Where is the Gold Coast studio located?

Suite 11, 12 Bayview St, Runaway Bay. Just minutes from Australia Fair, Harbour Town and Runaway Bay Shopping Centre's near

Do you offer baby passport photos?

Yes! We photograph infants, toddlers and children for passport, visa and ID photos using safe techniques, and patience in a calm environment.

How long do the photos take to print?

Once you’ve approved your photo on screen, we print it immediately. Your passport photos are usually ready within less than 40 seconds!

Have More Passport , Visa & ID Questions?

See our FAQ Information page.

Bookings Are Essential, sessions are Limited,
check Availability Online.
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Say goodbye to bad passport photos!

Book your passport, visa, or ID photo with Gold Coast Passport Photography and leave with a compliant image that looks natural, professional, and truly represents you.

Where passport photos,

meet professional photography!

What our clients have said!

“We are blown away"

"Professional, efficient and talented. Just had our kids passports photos taken and we are blown away.

Even with a restless toddler GCPP made it work.

Thank you again!"

- Daniel Rae

“Absolutely loved the experience"

"Recently had my passport photos completed and absolutely loved the experience and final product. The photographer was so patient and persistent in getting the perfect shot, and really made the effort to help me feel comfortable. Could not recommend enough!"

- Demmi Taylor

"I got a shot I loved"

I had the BEST experience with Paul getting my passport photo taken! He was so incredibly kind, knowledgeable and helpful and really made sure I got a shot I loved and that I felt confident in! He even printed a couple of sizes to make sure it’d definitely be accepted at a post office. 10/10 for service and outcome, can’t recommend this enough ☺️"

- Emily Ward

Where passport photos, meet professional photography!

Studio Quality Australian & International Passport, Visa & Biometric Id Photos

ABOUT US

Gold Coast Passport Photography is a professional studio specialising in passport, visa and biometric ID photos, prepared to official government and embassy requirements. We bring professional portrait standards to every session, using controlled lighting, precise framing and careful guidance to help ensure your photo meets technical requirements while still looking like you at your best.

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