Clothing requirements for Chinese passport photo?

Chinese passport photos should be in white clothing, avoiding overly bright or dark clothing, and the background should be light blue or light gray.

The requirements for Chinese passport photos reflect to some extent the traditions and aesthetic standards of Chinese society and culture. According to the Chinese public security department's regulations for passport photos, one should wear mainly white clothing and avoid wearing overly bright or dark-colored clothing to ensure the quality and authenticity of the photo. This is to ensure clear outlines and natural colors of the people in the photo, and is also in line with the aesthetic characteristic of "plain and fresh" in the Chinese cultural tradition. In addition, the background of the photo should be light blue or light gray to reduce the contrast and make the characters more prominent. Some special industries or professions, such as doctors, military police, educators, etc., may have some differentiated requirements for their photos, but overall, the above basic requirements are applicable to the majority of the public. It should be noted that photo quality and shooting requirements are very important factors for passport application and processing. If the photo does not meet the requirements, it may lead to delays in approval or non-approval, bringing unnecessary trouble and distress to you.

What should I do if I have already submitted a non-compliant passport photo? If you have already submitted a non-compliant passport photo, it is recommended that you contact the relevant organization or department to find out if you can apply for a new or replacement photo. If the review time has passed and the passport has been collected, then it is recommended to wait for the expiration of the validity period before reapplying for a new passport.

The requirements for Chinese passport photos are mainly to ensure the quality and authenticity of the photos, as well as social and cultural traditions and aesthetic features. As an applicant, when preparing the passport application materials, you should carefully comply with the photo requirements to ensure that they are in compliance with the regulations in order to successfully complete the application.

Legal basis:

"Chinese People's Republic of China*** and the State Citizens Departure and Entry Administration Law Enforcement Rules" Article 17 of the Chinese People's Republic of China*** and the State passport is valid for five years, and it can be extended for two times, each time not more than five years. Application for extension shall be made before the expiration of the validity of the passport.