🇪🇺 Schengen Schengen Visa Photo Maker

Auto-crop to the exact official size — 35×45mm (413×531px), under 500KB. Free, private, in your browser.

🇪🇺 Schengen Schengen Visa Photo — 35×45mm

Auto-cropped to the exact official size (413×531px) and compressed under 500KB. Processed entirely in your browser — your photo is never uploaded.

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What size is a Schengen Schengen Visa photo?

A Schengen Schengen Visa photo must be 35×45mm (413×531 pixels at 300 DPI) with a light grey or white background. The file size should be under 500KB and at least 10KB, saved as a JPEG. The face should occupy 70-80% of height of the frame. 35x45mm, neutral expression, recent photo, no shadows. This tool crops your photo to these exact dimensions and compresses it to the required file size automatically, entirely in your browser.

How to make a Schengen Schengen Visa photo at home for free

To make a Schengen Schengen Visa photo at home: take a clear, front-facing photo against a plain light grey or white wall in even lighting, upload it to this tool, adjust the crop so your face fills 70-80% of height of the frame, and download. The tool outputs the exact 413×531px size and compresses under 500KB so it is accepted by the official portal. No studio visit or payment is needed, and your photo never leaves your device.

Common reasons Schengen Schengen Visa photos get rejected

The most common reasons a Schengen Schengen Visa photo is rejected are: wrong dimensions (not 35×45mm), file size over 500KB, a non-light background, shadows on the face or background, wearing glasses or head coverings, a non-neutral expression, or an old photo. 35x45mm, neutral expression, recent photo, no shadows. Using a tool pre-configured to the exact Schengen specification removes the size and dimension errors, which are the most frequent causes of rejection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the photo size for a Schengen Schengen Visa?

The Schengen Schengen Visa photo size is 35×45mm, which is 413×531 pixels at 300 DPI, with a light grey or white background and file size under 500KB.

What background colour is required?

A light grey or white background is required for the Schengen Schengen Visa photo. Avoid patterns, shadows, and coloured backgrounds.

Can I take a Schengen Schengen Visa photo with my phone?

Yes. Take a front-facing photo against a plain light grey or white background in good lighting, then use this tool to crop it to 35×45mm and compress it under 500KB.