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Schengen Visa Photo

Drop your photo below — it's cropped, resized, and compressed to exactly what this portal requires.

JPEG onlyUnder240 KBSquare, 413–827px

Target: JPEG·413–827px square·under 240.0 KB

Full requirement details

Get a JPEG photo matching the standard 35×45mm aspect ratio, compressed to under 240 KiB.

Standard size is 35×45mm (413×531px at 300 DPI). Light gray or plain light background, neutral expression, head 32–36mm. Exact requirements vary slightly by consulate/VFS center — this is the widely-used standard, not a single unified EU rule; verify against your specific consulate's portal.

Exact target size limits:Maximum of245,760 bytes (240 KiB). Limit is 245,760 bytes (240 KiB) maximum.

Crop & Alignment Guide

Align face features with the templates below

EYE LEVELHAIR TOP (MAX)CHIN (MIN)

Background & Lighting Checklist

Ensure environment compliance

Background: Plain light grey background
Expression: Neutral facial expression, eyes open and looking straight at the camera, mouth closed
Lighting: Bright, even lighting with no shadows on the face or background
Accessories: Strictly remove glasses, hats, or wireless earphones (unless worn for religious/medical reasons)

Why photos get rejected at this portal

  • • Wrong aspect ratio (must be 35x45mm):Auto-fixed (our crop tool locks the aspect ratio to 7:9 / 35:45).
  • • Head is too small or too large:Partially manual (align your face so the crown and chin fit within the visual guides).
  • • Flash reflection or red eye:Manual (take the photo without direct flash or adjust lighting to avoid reflections on skin or glasses).

Frequently Asked Questions

What file format does the Schengen Visa Photo require?

The Schengen Visa Photo requires JPEG format.

What is the file size limit for the Schengen Visa Photo?

The file must be under 240 KB.

What pixel dimensions does the Schengen Visa Photo accept?

The image must be between 413×531 and 827×1063 pixels.

Does the Schengen Visa Photo require a color or grayscale photo?

The photo must be in full color.

Is this Schengen Visa Photo requirement up to date?

This spec was last verified on 2026-06-28 against the official source. Requirements can change, so always cross-check the source link on this page before submitting anything time-sensitive.

What is the exact pixel resolution for a Schengen visa photo?

At 300 DPI, a 35x45mm photo translates to exactly 413x531 pixels. Our tool handles the resizing to ensure your digital file is compliant.

Is the background requirement identical for all Schengen countries?

Most consulates require a plain light grey background, but some accept light blue or off-white. Avoid pure white or dark backgrounds.

Source: https://schengenvisainfo.com/photo/⚠️ Note: This is an unofficial commercial aggregator source. Schengen photo guidelines are standard across member states, but you should always cross-check with your specific embassy's official checklist.Verified: 2026-06-28

Requirements occasionally change — always cross-check against the source link above for anything as time-sensitive as an official application.