Schengen Visa photo (35 x 45 mm): Photo Resizer
As last checked on 26 September 2026, Schengen asks for: Photo 413×531 px, up to 500 KB, JPEG. The free tool below sets these numbers for you and runs entirely in your browser.
Unverified sizes. We could not yet confirm the Schengen sizes below against an official notice. Treat them as a starting point only and check the current official notification before you upload. This page is not indexed until it is verified.
Schengen visa applications use an ICAO-standard 35 x 45 mm photo; the consulate or VFS centre may state its own digital requirements. Get your Schengen photo to the exact required size in seconds — free, private, and entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
| Document | Dimensions | File size | Format | Background |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PhotoSecondary source — verify | 413 × 531 px (35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI) | up to 500 KB | JPEG | Plain light |
Photo
- Dimensions
- 413 × 531 px (35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI)
- File size
- up to 500 KB
- Format
- JPEG
- Background
- Plain light
Source: Schengen visa application / ICAO photo standard (EU) · Last checked 26 September 2026.
⚠️ Specs change between notifications — always verify with the latest official notification before you upload.
✉️ Report a wrong size Opens your email app with the exam and page filled in. Paste the link to the notice that shows the correct size.
- Photo: 35x45 mm ICAO; 500 KB cap is our default.
What else does Schengen require?
- Print size 35 mm x 45 mm, plain light background, neutral expression, head about 70-80% of the photo height (roughly 32-36 mm).
- Digital requirements vary by consulate - check your consulate/VFS page.
How do I resize my Schengen files?
- Open the tool above and upload your file (JPG, PNG, WEBP or iPhone HEIC).
- The Schengen preset sets Photo 413×531 px, up to 500 KB automatically.
- Crop to frame your face (or your signature), optionally fix the background, then Download when the badge is green.
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Schengen uploads: frequently asked questions
What is the Schengen Photo size?
413 × 531 pixels, up to 500 KB, JPEG, background: Plain light. Last checked 26 September 2026 — confirm with the latest notification.
Are my Schengen photo and signature uploaded to your server?
No. Cropping, resizing and compression happen in your browser. No file is uploaded or stored.
What if the Schengen notification changes the size?
Specs can change every cycle. Check the new Schengen notification; if the numbers differ, paste the new requirement into the tool's “Not listed?” box or type the pixels and KB — and tell us so we can update the preset.
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