Visa photos for popular destinations
Visa photos vary more than passport photos. Some countries want a printed photo, others a digital file with specific pixel and file sizes. For each visa we show how confident our information is.
Digital uploads often have file limits
For example, the US DS-160 requires a square JPEG of 600–1200 pixels and at most 240 kB. PassPixo delivers the file at the document's dimensions – always check the application site's current limits before uploading.
Embassies may differ
Especially for Schengen visas, individual consulates may have their own rules. Our confidence level shows how strong the source is; 'low' means you should double-check with the authority.
Sizes and sources
| Document | Size | Head height | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schengen visa | 35 × 45 mm | 32–36 mm | EU-Kommissionen – Schengen visaReviewed 2026-10-16 · Source reviewed – may vary |
| US visa (DS-160) | 51 × 51 mm | 25–35 mm | travel.state.gov – Visa photo requirementsReviewed 2026-10-16 · Official source reviewed |
| Canadian visa (online) | 35 × 45 mm | 31–36 mm | IRCC – Visa photo specificationsReviewed 2026-10-16 · Source reviewed – may vary |
| Indian e-Visa | 51 × 51 mm | 25–35 mm | indianvisaonline.gov.in – Photo specificationReviewed 2026-10-16 · Source reviewed – may vary |
| UAE visa / residence | 43 × 55 mm | 30–40 mm | ICP (u.ae) – Photo requirementsReviewed 2026-10-16 · Uncertain – verify yourself |
Rules can change. The authority always makes the final decision.
Frequently asked questions
- What size is a Schengen visa photo?
- Usually 35 × 45 mm with a light background, but consulates may differ.
- What are the US visa photo requirements?
- 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), white background, and a digital file of 600–1200 px square JPEG.
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