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Official Schengen Visa passport photo requirements for 2026. Resize and compress your photo to the exact dimensions and KB limit — free, instant, no upload needed.
Schengen visa photo requirements apply to all 27 Schengen Area countries including Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the Netherlands. Photos must meet ICAO biometric standards. The same photo requirements apply whether you are applying at a French consulate, German embassy, or VFS Global centre. Face must be centred and take up 70–80% of the frame.
Schengen Visa Passport Photo Requirements 2026
Background
White or light grey
Validity
Up to 90 days (short-stay Schengen visa)
Photos needed
2 identical printed photos (standard application)
ℹ️ Valid for all EU/Schengen countries. Neutral expression, mouth closed.
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⚠️ Common reasons Schengen Visa passport offices reject photos
- Coloured or patterned background instead of white or light grey
- Glasses or sunglasses worn
- Face not centred or tilted
- Photo more than 6 months old
- Non-neutral expression or open mouth
- Shadows or reflections on face
How to prepare your Schengen Visa passport photo
1
Take or choose a photo
Use a recent photo against a white or light grey background. Ensure your full face is visible and centred.
2
Open PhotoFit
Go to photofitapp.in — no account needed. Works on mobile and desktop.
3
Set dimensions to 413×531 px
Enter 413 as width and 531 as height in the Resize tab. Set the KB target to under 200 KB.
4
Download and submit
Download the resized JPEG. It will meet all Schengen Visa requirements for file size, dimensions, and format.
Frequently asked questions
Are Schengen visa photo requirements the same for all countries?
Yes. All 27 Schengen countries follow the same ICAO biometric photo standard: 35×45 mm, white or light grey background, neutral expression, no glasses.
Can I use the same photo for a France and Germany visa application?
Yes, as long as the photo meets the Schengen standard (35×45 mm, light background, no glasses, neutral expression, taken within 6 months) it is accepted at any Schengen consulate.
How recent does a Schengen visa photo need to be?
The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months. Some consulates are strict about this and may reject older photos even if they look current.
Does the Schengen photo need to be printed or can it be digital?
Most Schengen applications require printed photos (35×45 mm). Some VFS Global centres accept digital uploads. Check with the specific consulate or VFS centre.
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