Schengen Visa Photo Size — 35×45 mm
Schengen visa applications require 35×45 mm photos with specific proportions. Create compliant photos at home — free online.
- ✓Schengen short-stay visa applications
- ✓EU residence permit photos
- ✓Embassy and VFS Global submissions
- ✓Print at local photo labs
Schengen visa photo specifications
Schengen visa photos measure 35×45 mm with the face covering 70–80% of the photo (32–36 mm head height). The background must be light grey, plain, and uniform — not white in all member states, though light grey is the EU standard. No smiling, no sunglasses, no head coverings except for religious reasons, and ears preferably visible. Each embassy may add minor variations; check your destination country's VFS or consulate page.
Make a Schengen visa photo at home
Photograph yourself against a plain light-grey or white wall. Upload to our Visa Photo Maker, select the 35×45 mm preset, align head proportions, and download. Print on high-quality photo paper at a local lab or use the digital file for online visa portals. Allow 2–3 weeks for visa processing after submitting a compliant photo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a Schengen visa photo?
35×45 mm with face height between 32 and 36 mm, covering 70–80% of the frame.
White or grey background?
Light grey is the EU standard. Some embassies accept white — check your specific consulate requirements.
How recent must the photo be?
Most Schengen applications require a photo taken within the last 6 months.
Also available as our general Visa Photo Maker.