Schengen visa photo
Add a photo from your phone and get a Schengen visa photo that follows the official rules: 35 × 45 mm, light grey background, head and eyes placed for you, ready to upload or print.
Consulates do not all ask for the same photo: check the page of the one you apply to.
The requirements
- Photo size
- 35 × 45 mm
- Digital file
- 827 × 1063 px, JPEG
- Head height (chin to top of head)
- 70%-80%
- Background
- Light grey
- Glasses
- Allowed if there is no glare and the eyes are clearly visible
- Taken within
- the last 6 months
- Official source
- mzv.gov.cz
Rules read on the official page on October 17, 2026. Rules can change: check the official page before you apply.
How to make this photo
- 1Take a photo facing the camera in front of a plain light wall, in daylight, from about 1 m. Use the rear camera, held by someone else at eye level.
- 2Add it to the maker above: the photo is cropped to 35 × 45 mm with the head at the right size and the background made light grey.
- 3Download the file for an online application, or the print sheet to print at actual size on 10 × 15 cm photo paper.
Questions about this photo
What size is the Schengen visa photo?+
Photo size: 35 × 45 mm. Digital file: 827 × 1063 px, JPEG. Head height (chin to top of head): 70%-80%. Background: Light grey.
Can I print the photo myself?+
Yes. Download the print sheet: copies at exactly 35 × 45 mm on a 10 × 15 cm (4 × 6 in) photo, with cut lines. Print it at actual size (100%) at home or at a photo shop kiosk, on photo paper, and cut along the lines.
Can I wear glasses in the photo?+
Allowed if there is no glare and the eyes are clearly visible.
Is my photo uploaded?+
No. The face detection, background and files are all made in your browser, so the photo never leaves your device.