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Schengen area

Schengen visa photo

35 × 45 mm at 600 DPI. Upload a photo and we crop it to the exact spec, then check every requirement. Photos never leave your device.

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Official requirements

Official photo requirements for Schengen visa
Photo size35 × 45 mm827 × 1063 px
Resolution600 DPI
Head height32–36 mmchin to the top of the head
BackgroundLight grey

Good to know

  • Neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open and clearly visible.
  • Taken within the last 6 months.
  • Individual consulates may add their own rules — check the one you apply to.

These numbers are not verified yet

We have not re-checked this format against the official source by hand. The tool works, but confirm the measurements with ICAO Doc 9303, Part 3 — Specifications Common to all MRTDs before you submit.