Schengen Visa Photo 35×45mm Maker (VFS Global & TLScontact Compliant)
Applying for a Visa to France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, or the Netherlands? Schengen consulates enforce strict 35×45 mm ICAO 9303 face coverage (32–36 mm head height). Frame your portrait accurately and tile 8 photos onto one 4×6" sheet.
🔒 100% Client-Side Browser Privacy · Pre-loaded with Schengen 35×45mm (413×531 px @ 300 DPI) biometric zones
中文提示：完全符合法签、德签、意签、西签及 VFS Global 签证中心严苛的 35×45mm（头高 32-36mm 占画面 70-80%）标准，一张 4×6 相纸可排 8 张。
Schengen Visa 35×45mm Biometric Requirements
| Parameter | VFS / Consulate Spec | Studio Calibration |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 35 mm wide × 45 mm high (1.38 × 1.77 in) | 413 × 531 px @ 300 DPI |
| Crown-to-Chin Height | 32 – 36 mm (70% to 80% of frame height) | Green Crown & Chin guide bands |
| Top Margin Above Hair | 2 – 4 mm breathing room | 26 – 60 px top band |
| Expression & Mouth | Neutral expression, mouth closed, looking straight | Center vertical nose axis |
| 4×6" Sheet Layout | 8 photos (4×2 grid) + outer scissor crop ticks | 1800 × 1200 px @ 300 DPI |
35×45mm 8-Up 4×6" Sheet Yield vs. Visa Booth & Pharmacy Pricing
| Print Option | Retail Visa Photo Service | Our 8-Up 4×6" Sheet (1800×1200 px) | Total Yield & Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| VFS Global / Consulate Kiosk | $15.00 – $22.00 / £12.00 (4 prints) | $0.39 CVS/Walgreens or £0.45 Boots 6×4" print | 8 exact 35×45mm prints · Save 96% |
| CVS / Walgreens Foreign Size | $16.99 (often lacks 35×45mm cutter!) | $0.39 standard 4×6" print + scissor trim ticks | Exact 413×531 px @ 300 DPI |
| Australia Post / NZ Pharmacy | A$21.95 / NZ$25.00 (4–6 prints) | A$0.25 Officeworks / Kmart 6×4" print | 8 prints · Save $20+ |
| Home A4 Glossy Sheet | N/A | 20–25 tiled 35×45mm photos on 2480×3508 px A4 | Ideal for family visa packets |
Step-by-Step Schengen Visa Photo Preparation
- Open the studio with the Schengen 35×45mm preset automatically selected via the button above.
- Load a recent portrait (taken within the last 6 months; do not reuse a photo printed on an older visa sticker!).
- Position your head larger than US passport photos — Schengen rules require the face from chin to crown to occupy 70–80% of the vertical frame.
- Use White-Background Boost to achieve a uniform light background free of shadows behind your ears.
- Export 8 tiled photos on one 4×6" sheet with precision corner ticks so you can trim straight 35×45mm edges in 60 seconds.
Why VFS Global Counters Reject DIY Schengen Photos
- Using a 2×2 inch US square photo cropped carelessly: Cutting down a 2×2" US print leaves the head too small (< 29 mm). Always frame specifically in 35×45mm mode!
- Reusing an old visa photo: Consular clerks check previous Schengen stickers in your passport; photos older than 6 months trigger immediate re-takes at overpriced booth kiosks.
- Hair covering eyebrows or face edges: Tuck side hair neatly behind ears so full facial contours are unobstructed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Schengen visa photo the same size as a US passport photo?
No. Schengen visa photos are rectangular 35x45 mm (1.38x1.77 inches) with a 70–80% face fill, whereas US passport photos are square 51x51 mm (2x2 inches) with a smaller 50–69% head ratio.
How many 35x45mm photos fit on a 4x6 inch photo print?
Eight 35x45mm photos fit comfortably in a 4x2 grid on a 6x4 inch (1800x1200 px @ 300 DPI) sheet with generous margins and corner scissor cut ticks.
Does this 35x45mm size also work for Australia, Singapore, and New Zealand visas?
Yes! 35x45 mm is the international ICAO 9303 standard shared across the EU Schengen Zone, UK, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Korea.