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France Schengen visa photo maker
Turn a phone photo into a France Schengen visa photo that meets the official size rules. You get a 4×6 print sheet. Free, and your photo never leaves your device.
2026Official rules
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Background: Plain light colour, such as light blue or light grey. White is not allowed.
Official France Schengen visa photo requirements
| Size | 35 mm wide × 45 mm high, in colour |
|---|---|
| Face size | 32–36 mm from the bottom of the chin to the top of the skull, not counting hair |
| Background | Plain and light-coloured (light blue or light grey). White is not allowed |
| Age of photo | Taken in the last 6 months and looks like you now |
| Quality | Sharp, no folds or marks; not over- or under-exposed; no shadows on face or background |
| Pose | Face the camera, head straight, look at the lens, neutral expression, mouth closed |
| Glasses | No thick frames, no tinted or coloured lenses, no reflections; eyes fully visible |
| Head covering | Only for religious reasons; chin to forehead and the outline of the face visible |
Last checked against the official sources on 28 October 2026: France-Visas: Visa pour la France – Photographies (official sheet) · France-Visas: FAQ
How to take a good photo with your phone
- Stand about 1 metre (3 feet) in front of a plain, light-coloured wall.
- Face a window or use even light, so there are no shadows on your face or the wall.
- Ask someone to take the photo at eye level. Avoid selfies; they distort your face.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, eyes open and mouth closed.
- Check the glasses rule in the table below; if in doubt, take them off. Keep hair away from your eyes.
- Upload the photo above, check it lines up with the guides, and download.
Common questions
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. The face detection and cropping run inside your browser. Your photo is never sent to a server.
How do I print the photos?
Download the 4×6 print sheet and print it as a standard 4×6 inch (10×15 cm) photo at any photo shop or pharmacy. If you print at home, choose "actual size" or 100%, not "fit to page". Cut along the grey lines.