What is the photo size for a driver's license?

[DiCollin]

Driver's license photos are 1-inch in size. 1. Regulations: According to the "Road Traffic Safety Law of the People's Republic of China," the standard photo for applicants of a motor vehicle driver's license should be a 1-inch, bareheaded photo of the license holder. It must be a color frontal photo with a white background, and those who need vision correction must wear glasses. The specifications are 22mm × 32mm, with the head occupying about two-thirds of the photo's length. 2. Driver's License: Officially known as the motor vehicle driver's license, also referred to as a "driver's license," it is a certificate required by law for individuals to operate motor vehicles. Driving a motor vehicle requires certain driving skills, and lacking such skills can lead to traffic accidents if one drives recklessly. Generally, individuals cannot drive on public roads without a license.

[LaRebecca]

Last year when I went to get my driver's license myself, I remember the photographer specifically emphasized that the photo had to be small 1-inch size, meaning 32mm in width and 22mm in height. He said the background must be pure white without any shadows, so I deliberately wore a dark T-shirt to avoid too much contrast, and had to maintain a neutral expression - no smiling or frowning. The whole process was quick, but the dimensions couldn't be off at all because the groove on the license card is designed precisely for this size. If the photo dimensions don't match, it would either curl up or fail scanning. I've also heard there are regional differences - some cities use 2-inch photos (about 25×35mm), but most DMVs nationwide have now standardized on small 1-inch photos for uniform management and to reduce forgery risks. You need to retake photos for each license renewal, as outdated photos might get flagged by the system causing approval delays. So I recommend getting photos taken at professional studios to avoid complications.

[DeDawson]

As a seasoned driver who has renewed my license several times, the photo size is usually the small one-inch standard of 32×22 mm. Back in my younger days, some places used 2-inch photos, but now it's mostly standardized to small one-inch, which saves card space and enhances anti-counterfeiting. For the photo, a white background is required, and wearing dark-colored clothes is most appropriate because light colors can blend in and make the face unclear. Strict size requirements are necessary—if the photo is too large or too small, it won't fit the license card slot properly, causing issues during data entry and delaying the license issuance. I remember once when my renewal photo was blurry, the staff rejected it, forcing me to make an extra trip for a retake. Though the size may seem like a minor detail, it affects both safety and efficiency. Nowadays, with more advanced technology, some DMVs have self-service photo booths that automatically crop images with precise calculations, saving a lot of hassle.