AI Country Detection
Select your destination and our AI automatically applies the exact embassy specifications — size, background color, head position, DPI. No guessing.
All Visa Types
Visa Photos for Every Destination
Every template verified against official embassy specifications.
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Visa Photo Requirements Compared
| Visa Type | PhotoPass ✓ | Photo Size | Head Height | Background | Glasses | Validity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇪🇺 Schengen (26 countries) | ✓ Supported | 35×45mm | 32–36mm | White / light grey | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇺🇸 US Visa (DS-160) | ✓ Supported | 2×2 in (51×51mm) | 1–1⅜ in (25–35mm) | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇨🇳 China Visa | ✓ Supported | 33×48mm | 28–33mm | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇮🇳 India Visa / e-Visa | ✓ Supported | 51×51mm | 25–35mm | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇨🇦 Canada Visa (IRCC) | ✓ Supported | 50×70mm | 31–36mm | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇬🇧 UK Visa (UKVI) | ✓ Supported | 35×45mm | 29–34mm | Cream / light grey | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇦🇺 Australia Visa | ✓ Supported | 35×45mm | 32–36mm | White / light grey | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇯🇵 Japan Visa | ✓ Supported | 45×45mm | 30–36mm | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇦🇪 UAE Visa | ✓ Supported | 35×45mm | 25–35mm | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
| 🇧🇷 Brazil Visa | ✓ Supported | 30×40mm | 25–32mm | White | Not allowed | 6 months |
How It Works
Visa Photo Online in 3 Steps
1
Choose your visa type
Select destination and category.
2
Upload & AI verifies
AI removes background, crops to size.
3
Download or print
Instant digital file or prints delivered.
Make your photo
Upload Your Photo
💡 Pro Tip (Maximize Acceptance): Authorities can reject photos for minor issues. We highly recommend preparing up to 3 slightly different variations (e.g., one with a slight smile, one completely neutral). You pay once for all!
📐 Photo Requirements:
- Face clearly visible and centered
- Neutral expression, mouth closed (or very slight smile)
- Good lighting, no shadows on the face
Adjust Your Photo
✂️ Crop & Align: Drag the image to center your face. Use the vertical orange line to align your nose. Zoom so your head fits between the guidelines. When ready, click "Save this Variation".
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Preview Your Variations
📥 After payment you will receive 4 formats for EACH variation:
✓ Digital 300 DPI (Web) • 600 DPI (High Quality Print)
✓ Printable 4x6" Sheet 300 & 600 DPI (6 photos with cut lines)
✓ Digital 300 DPI (Web) • 600 DPI (High Quality Print)
✓ Printable 4x6" Sheet 300 & 600 DPI (6 photos with cut lines)
Why PhotoPass
Why Travellers Choose PhotoPass
Expert Human Review
Every photo is reviewed by a trained compliance expert before delivery. We check for glasses, shadows, expression, lighting and any issues the AI might miss.
Embassy Acceptance Guarantee
If your visa photo is rejected by any embassy, consulate or visa authority for a technical reason, we remake it free or refund you fully. No exceptions.
50+ Visa Templates
Schengen, US, China, India, Canada, UK, Japan, UAE and 40+ more. Every template calibrated to official embassy specifications and updated automatically.
Digital for Online Applications
Many visa systems (DS-160, India e-Visa, Australia online) accept digital photo uploads. PhotoPass provides correctly sized digital files for every portal.
Phone to Embassy in Minutes
Take a selfie, upload to PhotoPass, get an embassy-compliant visa photo in under 3 minutes. Available 24/7 from any device, no appointment needed.
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Visa Photo Requirements & Guide
Schengen Visa Photo — The Complete Guide
The Schengen visa photo is one of the most searched visa photo types globally — required for travel to all 26 Schengen Area member states including France, Germany, Italy, Spain and the Netherlands.
Schengen photos must be exactly 35×45mm with the head between 32–36mm tall, plain white or light grey background, taken within the last 6 months. Glasses are not permitted. The same photo specifications apply regardless of which Schengen country you're applying to.
Most searched Schengen visa photo topics
US Visa Photo — DS-160 Form Requirements
US visa photos for the DS-160 form must be 2×2 inches (51×51mm) — the same specification as a US passport photo. The DS-160 online application requires a digital photo upload, which PhotoPass provides in the correct format for the US Department of State's automated checker.
US visa types requiring a compliant photo include B1/B2 tourist and business visas, F1 and M1 student visas, H1B, L1, O1 work visas, J1 exchange visitor visas, and all immigrant visa categories.
Most searched US visa photo topics
China Visa Photo — Embassy Requirements
China visa photos use a unique 33×48mm format not shared by many other countries. The head must be 28–33mm tall, background pure white, taken within 6 months. Required for all China Embassy and consulate visa applications including tourist (L), business (M), student (X) and work (Z) visas.
The 33×48mm size is a common source of confusion and rejection — applicants often submit standard 35×45mm photos by mistake. PhotoPass automatically applies the correct China visa dimensions.
Most searched China visa photo topics
Visa Photo Online vs In-Person — Which Is Better?
Creating a visa photo online is faster, cheaper and more reliable than visiting a pharmacy or photo studio. Online services like PhotoPass provide AI verification against exact embassy specifications — something a CVS kiosk or a photography studio assistant cannot guarantee.
Most visa applications now accept digital photo submissions (DS-160, India e-Visa, Canada IRCC portal, Australia DHA), making a high-quality digital file more important than ever. PhotoPass provides both digital files formatted for online submission and printed photos for in-person embassy appointments.
Most searched visa photo process topics
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