Create a fully compliant, high-resolution biometric passport photo in less than a minute. Background removal, face alignment, and cropping are performed 100% locally on your device.
Embassy, consulate, and passport agency requirements are rigid. Failure to comply is the #1 reason for passport delays.
Plain light grey, cream, or light blue (White is generally allowed but light grey is safer). Our AI remover replaces messy walls automatically.
Highly recommended to remove to avoid glare/reflections. While technically permitted if the frames are thin and there is zero glare, we strongly suggest removing glasses to prevent automatic rejection by biometric scanners.
Neutral, mouth closed, eyes looking at camera. You must maintain a neutral expression with a closed mouth. No smiling, laughing, or open mouths are permitted under biometric visa rules.
Exact 35 × 45 mm (35 × 45 mm). The chin-to-crown ratio must occupy Between 32 mm and 36 mm (70-80% of total height).
Wear dark clothes that contrast strongly with the light grey background. Avoid clothing with busy patterns, corporate logos, or athletic wear.
Babies must be photographed alone with a clean neutral background. Their eyes should be open and mouth closed. No pacifiers or parents' fingers are allowed in the shot.
Retail pharmacies and post offices charge massive markups. Here is how getyourpassportphoto compares.
Everything you need to know about preparing, making, and submitting your Schengen Visa passport photos.
European consulates require a light, neutral background. A plain light grey or off-white background is globally accepted and recommended. Avoid plain dark or bright colored backgrounds.
No! US passport photos are 2×2 inches (51×51mm) and square. Schengen visa photos are 35×45mm and rectangular. You cannot use a US photo for a European visa application.
Create biometric, high-resolution photos for free. Save money, time, and trip rejections instantly.
Create Schengen Visa Photo Now