Updated for 2026

Schengen Visa Photo Requirements 2026

Photo requirements for Schengen visa applications. Valid for Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands and all Schengen zone countries.

📸 Photo

File size

20 KB – 200 KB

Pixels

413 × 531 px

Physical size

35 × 45 mm

Format

JPEG / JPG

Background

White or light grey

ℹ️ Biometric photo. Neutral expression, mouth closed. No glasses. Taken within 6 months.

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