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Japan Driver's License Photo Maker

Drop your photo, line it up in the frame and download a JPEG at 567 × 709 px. The settings below are already filled in for the Japan Driver's License Photo.

Japan Driver's License Photo requirements

Japan Driver's License Photo size guide — 30 × 24 mm (H × W) · 567 × 709 px at 600 DPI · Head height 62%–78% of photo height
Japan Driver's License Photo size guide
Size30 × 24 mm (H × W)
Pixels (our output)567 × 709 px at 600 DPI
FormatJPEG
BackgroundWhite, Light blue, Light grey
Head height62%–78% of photo height
  • 3.0 cm high × 2.4 cm wide
  • Plain background, upper body, facing forward, no hat
  • Taken within 6 months before you apply
  • The same size is now used for many Japanese government forms

Checked against official guidance in October 2026. Requirements change from time to time. Check the official page or notice before you submit.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Japan Driver's License Photo?

30 × 24 mm (H × W). Picwright exports 567 × 709 pixels at 600 DPI, as a JPEG.

What background colour is required?

A plain white or light blue or light grey background. If yours is not, Picwright can replace it with AI right in your browser.

Can I print it?

Yes. Download the 4×6 inch print sheet, print it as a normal 4×6 photo and cut along the guides. Each copy prints at exactly 24 × 30 mm.

Is my photo uploaded anywhere?

No. Cropping, background removal and compression all run on your device. Nothing is uploaded or stored.

Are these the latest official requirements?

They are taken from the official guidance, but rules change. Always check the current notice or official page before you submit.

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