What size photo for Schengen / EU visa?

Schengen / EU visa photos must be 35×45mm (413×531 pixels). Plain white or light grey.

Can I take my own Schengen / EU visa photo?

Yes. Upload any photo and our AI crops it to 35×45mm with plain white or light grey background.

Under 2 minutes from upload to download. No appointment needed.

Official photo specifications for Schengen / EU visa applications — size, background, and digital requirements.

Size

35×45 mm

Digital

413×531 px

Resolution

300 DPI

Background

Plain white or light grey

✓Size: 35×45 mm (3.5×4.5 cm)

✓Plain white or very light grey background

✓Neutral expression, mouth closed

✓Eyes open and clearly visible, looking at camera

✓No glasses (since 2015)

✓Head straight and centered

✓Face must cover 70-80% of the frame

✓Taken within the last 6 months

✓ICAO 9303 biometric compliant

✓Ears visible (or at least both edges of the face)

✓No shadows on face or background

AI-powered photo creator — auto-crop, background removal, and compliance check. Ready in under 2 minutes.