A system and method for remote visual complement of luggage are disclosed. The complementary code system comprises a function control module, an image acquisition module, a visual identification module, a remote complementary code module and an assignment decision module. The function control module is connected with the image acquisition module, the function control module is connected with the assignment decision module, and the image acquisition module is connected with the visual identification module. The visual identification module is respectively connected with an assignment decision module and a remote complement module, and the remote complement module is connected with the assignment decision module. By receiving the complement code request of the function control module, completing the complement code of the luggage missing the relevant information through the links of image acquisition, image processing, complement code operation, information binding, etc., the invention improves the sorting efficiency, reduces abnormal conditions such as luggage accumulation, and reduces the labor intensity of the field personnel through remote operation and diagnosis.