Korea travel photo preparation
K-ETA photo size and 100 KB upload limit
K-ETA photo preparation is mostly a digital file problem: the face must remain clear while the JPG stays below a strict upload limit.
Checked: 2026-07-08
The photo conditions to check first
- Published K-ETA guidance lists JPG/JPEG, under 100 KB, and less than 700 x 700 pixels.
- A file at that square size stays below the pixel ceiling and is easier to compress predictably.
- Do not treat K-ETA as a printed visa photo size; prepare a digital portrait file for upload.
The practical target: a square JPG within the limit
Many phone photos are too large for K-ETA because they start as multi-megabyte HEIC or JPEG images. Cropping alone does not solve the file-size problem; the pixel dimensions and JPEG quality both matter.
A square image at that size is a practical export target because it leaves room below the published 700 x 700 pixel ceiling while still showing the face clearly after compression.
- Export as JPG/JPEG
- Keep the file within the limit
- Use a square portrait crop
- Avoid uploading a print sheet or a passport scan as the face photo
Why not maximize the image to 700 x 700 px?
A larger square can look sharper before upload, but it is harder to compress within the limit without visible artifacts. If the face becomes blocky or blurry, the file may technically upload but still be weak for identity review.
The safer sequence is crop first, resize second, compress third, then inspect the final JPG at normal size.
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About official sources
The photo preparation information is based on public K-ETA guidance, Korea immigration notices, Korea visa e-Form document guidance, and Korea Visa Portal references. The content focuses on photo preparation only, not eligibility advice or application submission.
This website and app are independent photo file preparation tools. They are not affiliated with the Korean government, Korea Immigration Service, K-ETA, Korea Visa Portal, or any Korean diplomatic mission, and they do not guarantee photo acceptance, authorization, visa issuance, or entry.
Photo conditions that can cause problems
These failures tend to come from ordinary image problems, not complicated visa rules.
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Oversized file
A phone photo can be several MB. Resize first, then compress, so the face remains sharp under the limit.
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Wrong photo type
Do not upload a print sheet, a passport scan, or a photo of a printed photo when the portal expects a portrait file.
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Weak identity visibility
Shadows, glare, heavy filters, hair over the eyes, or a tilted face can make identity confirmation harder.
Where the app helps
K-ETA crop
Exports a 600 x 600 px JPG for K-ETA-style upload limits.
On-device privacy
Photo processing happens on the iPhone; the app does not upload your image to a server.
Separate Korea visa route
Use the 35 x 45 mm Korea visa mode when your application needs a visa photograph rather than a K-ETA portrait upload.
The app prepares the photo file only. Submit your application through the official route and confirm the latest requirement before using the file.
FAQ
Can I upload a 600 x 600 px K-ETA photo?
Always confirm the latest K-ETA upload screen before submission. Portal rules can change, and this page reflects the published guidance at the time of writing.
Is PNG acceptable for K-ETA?
Use JPG/JPEG for the portrait upload unless the current official upload screen explicitly allows another format.
Is lower quality always better within the limit?
No. Over-compression can make the face unclear. Resize to a reasonable square first, then compress just enough to stay below the limit.
Official sources
- K-ETA official application guide Checked: 2026-07-08
- Korea Immigration / Ministry of Justice - K-ETA press release and FAQ Checked: 2026-07-08