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Schengen / EU passport photo size & requirements

Schengen and EU visa photos are 35 x 45 mm with a plain light background and the head filling 70–80% of the frame.

Photo size
35 x 45 mm
Resolution
300 DPI
Head height
Head height (chin to crown) of 32–36 mm
Background
Plain light grey or white
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Schengen / EU passport photo requirements

  • Photo must be 35 x 45 mm (the EU/Schengen visa standard).
  • Head should take up 70–80% of the photo (32–36 mm chin to crown).
  • Plain light-grey or white background.
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed, looking straight at the camera.
  • Recent photo (taken within the last 6 months).
  • No glare on glasses; eyes must be clearly visible.

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