🪪 ID Photo Maker

Schengen Visa Photo Maker (35x45 mm)

Create an official 35x45 mm Schengen Visa photograph compliant with European Union and ICAO biometric standards for travel to France, Germany, Italy, Spain, and Switzerland.

How it works
1

Upload a sharp front-facing portrait photo.

2

Ensure head height occupies 70% to 80% of the frame.

3

Download your verified 35x45 mm (413x531 px) JPEG photo.

Schengen Visa and EU biometric photo requirements

All 29 Schengen member countries (including France, Germany, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, and Switzerland) adhere to strict European Union and ICAO biometric photo standards:

  • Physical Dimensions: 35 mm width by 45 mm height (represented digitally as 413 x 531 pixels at 300 DPI).
  • Face Proportions: The face from crown of head to chin must occupy between 32 mm and 36 mm (70% to 80% of the total photo height).
  • Background: Uniform light grey or off-white background with zero patterns or shadows.
  • Expression: Neutral expression, mouth closed, looking straight into the camera.

Questions & Answers

What is the digital pixel size for a 35x45 mm Schengen photo?
At 300 DPI high-resolution printing, 35x45 mm equals exactly 413 x 531 pixels.
Can the background be pure white or light grey?
Both light grey and off-white are officially accepted across European visa application centers (VFS Global / TLScontact).