EU Compliant • 35 x 45mm • 27 Countries
Create Schengen visa photos that work for all 27 EU/Schengen countries. Same specifications for Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and the rest of the Schengen Area.
One photo format accepted across the entire Schengen Area:
Also includes: Iceland, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malta, Slovakia, Slovenia, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania
Based on EU Schengen visa requirements and ICAO Document 9303 standards.
Wrong photo dimensions
Must be exactly 35 x 45mm
Face too small or large
Face must be 70-80% of frame height
Background too dark/bright
Use light grey or off-white
Shadows on face
Even front lighting required
Wearing glasses
Remove eyewear (reflections cause issues)
Photo too old
Must be taken within 6 months
IDPicly AI automatically checks for these issues. Was your photo rejected? See our Schengen rejection fix guide.
| Requirement | Schengen/EU | US | UK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Photo size | 35 x 45mm | 51 x 51mm | 35 x 45mm |
| Shape | Rectangular | Square | Rectangular |
| Background | Light grey/off-white | White only | Cream/light grey |
| Standard | ICAO 9303 | State Dept | ICAO 9303 |
Schengen and UK use the same 35x45mm size but may have slight background differences.
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Apply at the right embassy
Apply at the embassy of your main destination country, or first entry if visiting multiple equally.
Bring 2 identical photos
Most embassies require 2 photos. IDPicly's print sheet gives you extras.
Apply early
Apply 3-6 months before travel. Processing can take 2-4 weeks during peak season.
More questions? See our complete FAQ.
All specifications on this page are verified from official EU and international sources:
Official EU Schengen visa requirements
International standards for machine-readable travel documents
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