German Schengen Visa & Passport Photo (35×45mm) — Free, No Upload
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Germany Germany Visa & Passport Photo Requirements
| Size | 35×45 mm |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 413×531 px |
| Background | Plain light grey or white |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open and clearly visible |
Full Requirements Checklist
- ✓Size: 35×45 mm (biometric)
- ✓Plain light grey or white background
- ✓Neutral expression, mouth closed
- ✓Eyes open, looking directly at camera
- ✓No glasses (since 2017)
- ✓Head centered and straight
- ✓Face must cover 70 - 80% of the frame
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months
- ✓ICAO biometric compliant
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Frequently Asked Questions
What size is a German Schengen visa photo?
German Schengen visa photos are 35×45mm biometric format, with a plain light grey or white background. Same dimensions apply to the German Reisepass (passport), Personalausweis (ID card), Aufenthaltstitel (residence permit), and Führerschein (driver licence).
I am applying for a German visa from India, Nigeria, or Indonesia — does this tool work?
Yes. The 35×45mm German visa spec is identical at every German consulate worldwide. Output is print-ready PDF for embassy submission or JPG sized for online portals.
Can German citizens use this tool for a new passport?
Since May 2025, German citizens cannot submit their own paper photos for Reisepass or Personalausweis renewal — they must use a Bürgeramt self-service terminal (about EUR 6) or a certified Fotograf who uploads directly to the e-passport system. This tool remains useful for German citizens applying for visas to other countries, and for non-German residents applying for German visas or residence permits.
Can I wear glasses?
No. German biometric regulations have banned glasses since 2017 — no medical or religious exceptions.
What about Aufenthaltstitel (residence permit)?
Foreign nationals already in Germany applying for an Aufenthaltstitel use the same 35×45mm biometric format. See our dedicated Aufenthaltstitel page for full requirements.
Is my photo uploaded to your servers?
No. All processing happens in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device — this matters for biometric data like a visa or passport photo.
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About the Author
Elena Dev, Founder of IDPhotoSnap
Elena Dev is the sole operator of IDPhotoSnap. Her work involves auditing the official photo specifications of 100+ countries against issuing-authority sources (embassies, government portals, ICAO 9303) and translating those rules into a browser-only tool that runs entirely on the user's device. The full 276-format specification dataset is published as MIT open data on GitHub. Source verification methodology and corrections policy are documented on the editorial standards page. Every article is written and reviewed by Elena Dev. Corrections: elena@idphotosnap.com.
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