Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm) Size & Free Resizer

Schengen visa applications need a photo that meets ICAO standards. Under the EU Visa Code, your head from chin to crown should fill 70 to 80% of the photo height. The common print size is 35 x 45 mm, which is what the Netherlands asks for.

1 Choose what the photo is for

413 x 531 px35 x 45 mmBackground: white or light-coloured

2 Add your photo

Drop a photo here or tap to choose
JPG, PNG or WebP · you can also paste (Ctrl+V)

Your photo stays on your device. Face detection and background removal also run on your device.

This tool crops your photo to the 35 x 45 mm shape and resizes it to 413 x 531 pixels, which prints at exactly 35 x 45 mm at 300 DPI.

Some countries differ slightly. France, for example, accepts photos 35 to 40 mm wide. Always check the embassy or visa centre of the country you are applying to.

Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm) requirements

Print size	35 x 45 mm
Pixels (this tool)	413 x 531
Format	JPG / JPEG
Background	White or light-coloured

The EU requires an ICAO-compliant photo with the head filling 70 to 80% of the height. 35 x 45 mm is the standard size (for example the Netherlands); France allows 35 to 40 mm width. Pixels are 35 x 45 mm at 300 DPI for printing.

Official source: www.netherlandsworldwide.nl · checked 2026-10-12

How to make your Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm) in 4 steps

Take a clear photo facing the camera, with even light and no shadows, against a background that meets the requirement (white or light-coloured).
Open this page on your phone or computer and pick the photo.
The tool centres your face automatically. Tap "Make background white" if needed, adjust with Zoom and Move, and check that every line shows ✅.
Tap Download and upload the JPG file to your application.

Common reasons this photo is rejected

Head too small or too large: it should fill 70 to 80% of the photo height.
Photo older than 6 months.
Dark or patterned background instead of white or light-coloured.
Printed at the wrong size because the print shop scaled the image.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Schengen visa photo?

The standard is 35 x 45 mm, ICAO-compliant, with the head filling 70 to 80% of the height. Some countries accept 35 to 40 mm width.

How do I print a 35 x 45 mm photo?

Download the 413 x 531 pixel file from this tool and ask the print shop to print it at 300 DPI without scaling.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

No. Resizing, compression, face detection and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device and nothing is stored.

What is the Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm) size in pixels?

413 x 531 pixels (width x height) is what this tool produces for the Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm).

What is the Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm) size in cm, mm or inches?

35 x 45 mm.

How do I resize a photo for the Schengen Visa Photo (35 x 45 mm) online?

Pick your photo in the tool on this page, adjust zoom so the face is centred, then download the JPG. It is free and works on any phone or computer.

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