Schengen visa (35 x 45 mm)

Schengen visa photo maker

Photo for a Schengen visa application to France, Germany, Italy, Spain and other Schengen countries. We crop your original photo to the official size and check head size, background and lighting. Nothing is uploaded.

No sign-inPhoto never uploadedNo edits, crop only
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    Schengen visa photo requirements

    Size35 mm wide by 45 mm high. Digital copy at 600 dpi: 827 x 1063 px. Our 4x6 print sheet holds eight.
    Head sizeChin to crown is 32 to 36 mm, which is 70% to 80% of the photo height.
    BackgroundPlain and light, with no shadows. Some consulates prefer white or light grey.
    RecentTaken within the last 6 months (some consulates ask for 3 months).
    CheckEach consulate and visa centre (VFS, TLScontact, BLS) sets final rules. Check their photo page before you apply.

    Source: official Schengen area information. Rules change, so confirm on the official site before you apply. VisaPhotoFit is not affiliated with any government.

    No-edit mode.

    Schengen consulates ask for a photo that is not changed by software. We only crop and resize your photo, and check the background, lighting and head size. If the background is not right, retake the photo against a plain light wall.

    Questions about Schengen visa photos

    What size is a Schengen visa photo?
    Size: 35 mm wide by 45 mm high. Digital copy at 600 dpi: 827 x 1063 px. Our 4x6 print sheet holds eight. Head size: Chin to crown is 32 to 36 mm, which is 70% to 80% of the photo height.
    Can you change the background of my Schengen visa photo?
    No. Schengen consulates ask for a photo that is not changed by software. We only crop and resize your photo, and check the background, lighting and head size. If the background is not right, retake the photo against a plain light wall.
    What background does a Schengen visa photo need?
    Plain light background, usually white or light grey. Stand about 1 meter in front of a plain wall, facing a window, so there are no shadows behind you.
    Can I take a Schengen visa photo at home?
    Yes. Ask someone to take it with the rear camera from about 1 to 1.5 meters away, at eye level, with soft light on your face. Look straight ahead with a neutral expression, mouth closed and eyes open. Remove glasses and hats unless you need them for medical or religious reasons.
    Can I print Schengen visa photos myself?
    Yes. Download the 4x6 print sheet and order it as a regular 4x6 photo print at a photo shop or pharmacy. Choose no cropping and no borders, then cut along the gray lines. Each photo is 35 x 45 mm.
    Is my photo uploaded to a server?
    No. Your photo is checked and cropped inside your browser and never sent to us.
    Will my Schengen visa photo be accepted?
    We check the size, head position, background, lighting and focus against the published rules, but the final decision is made by the office handling your application. Always check the official instructions before you submit.

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