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Resize Photo for Schengen Visa

Get the exact Schengen visa photo: 35x45mm, 300 DPI, white background, ICAO-compliant. Resize in your browser.

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Schengen visa applications require a passport-style photo meeting strict ICAO standards: 35x45mm print size, 300 DPI minimum, white or light grey background, and 70-80% face coverage. fileGOD resizes and crops your photo to these exact specifications so your visa application is not rejected. The entire process runs in your browser. Schengen visa photo requirements are uniform across all 29 member states, but consulates are strict about enforcement — a photo that is even slightly wrong in dimensions, head size, or background color will result in application rejection and potential delays. Photo studios charge $10-20 per set, and online visa photo services upload your face to their servers. fileGOD lets you prepare a compliant photo at home for free, with your identity photo never leaving your device.

How It Works

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Upload your photo

Drag and drop a well-lit, front-facing photo. Use a white or light background.

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Resize to Schengen specs

The tool crops and resizes to 35x45mm at 300 DPI (413x531 pixels). Adjust the crop frame for 70-80% face coverage.

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Download and print

Download the compliant photo. Print at exact size on photo paper, or upload to the visa portal.

Why fileGOD for Visa Photos?

Exact Schengen Dimensions

35x45mm at 300 DPI produces a 413x531 pixel image — the exact specification for all Schengen consulates.

ICAO Compliance Guide

On-screen guidelines help position your face: eyes at the right height, 70-80% coverage, neutral expression.

Print-Ready Output

Download at 300 DPI for crisp print quality. Print on 10x15cm photo paper with 4 or 6 photos per sheet.

Works for All 29 Schengen Countries

The 35x45mm ICAO standard is accepted by Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Netherlands, and all others.

No Upload — Full Privacy

Your identity photo is processed entirely in your browser. No server, no third party.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the Schengen visa photo requirements?

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35x45mm, taken within 6 months, white or light grey background. Face must cover 70-80% (chin to crown 32-36mm). Neutral expression, mouth closed.

What pixel dimensions should a Schengen visa photo be?

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At 300 DPI, 35x45mm equals 413x531 pixels. fileGOD resizes to these exact dimensions.

Can I use the same photo for all Schengen countries?

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Yes. All 29 Schengen member states follow the same ICAO 9303 standard.

Can I take the photo with my phone?

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Yes. Use your phone against a white wall, 1-1.5 meters away. Then use fileGOD to resize to exact specs.

How many photos do I need for a Schengen visa?

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Most consulates require 2 identical photos. Print your resized photo multiple times on 4x6 inch photo paper at any pharmacy or photo printer.

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