Visa and consulate portals

Schengen Visa Photo Size & File Size

Schengen visa photos use 35x45mm proportions. Many consulate and visa-center portals also limit the upload size in KB or MB.

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How small does it need to be?

Your result is saved as a JPG, the format almost every upload form accepts. We search for the best quality that fits your limit, and only shrink the dimensions if quality alone can’t get there.

Print size versus digital size

A 35x45mm photo at 300 DPI is about 413 x 531 pixels. Some portals ask for larger pixel dimensions and some list a maximum file size, so follow the application’s own instructions.

Getting under the upload limit

Crop to a 35:45 portrait, resize to the requested pixels with the image resizer, then compress to the portal’s limit. If no limit is stated, 200KB is a common safe choice for JPEG.

Checklist

35:45 portrait proportions
Plain light background, neutral expression
JPEG, sharp and unfiltered
File under the portal’s limit

Important

Requirements change, so always check the portal’s current instructions before you upload.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Schengen photo size in pixels?

About 413 x 531 pixels at 300 DPI for 35x45mm. Your portal may specify a different pixel size, so use that.

Why was my visa photo rejected?

File size is one reason. Others include shadows, a patterned background, glare on glasses or a wrong crop.

Is it safe to use online tools for visa photos?

Choose tools that do not upload your image. This one processes the photo locally in your browser.