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Schengen Visa Photo from Bangladesh (35×45mm)

Updated May 2026 · For applicants from Bangladesh

⚠ Bangladeshi passport size is WRONG for Schengen

Bangladeshi passport photos are 45×55 mm. Schengen requires 35×45 mm. Not interchangeable. Get a separate Schengen photo before your VFS Global / BLS appointment in Dhaka.

Schengen visa photos are 35×45 mm with light grey or white background, per ICAO 9303 biometric standard. The spec is identical at every VFS Global and BLS International centre in Bangladesh — Dhaka (main), Chittagong, and Sylhet.

Spec at a glance

Size	35 × 45 mm (NOT 45×55 Bangladeshi passport)
Pixels (300 DPI)	413 × 531 px
Background	Plain light grey or white
Face height (chin to crown)	32 - 36 mm (70-80% of frame)
Glasses	Not allowed (banned 2016)
Expression	Neutral, mouth closed
File format (online portal)	JPEG, 50 KB - 10 MB
Photo age	Last 6 months

Schengen visa application centres in Bangladesh

Dhaka (Gulshan-2) — main centre, serves applicants from the capital and central Bangladesh
Chittagong — serves south-eastern Bangladesh
Sylhet — serves north-eastern Bangladesh and the diaspora hub region

All three centres process visa applications for German, French, Italian, Spanish, Dutch, and other Schengen state consulates. The photo spec is identical regardless of destination country or submission city.

Where to get the photo in Bangladesh

VFS Global / BLS International on-site photo service (BDT 400-700).Most convenient. Photographer knows Schengen 35×45 mm spec exactly.
Local studio (BDT 150-350) — if they know Schengen spec. Specify "Schengen visa 35×45 mm, light grey or white background, ICAO biometric". Bangladeshi studios default to passport 45×55 mm — need explicit instructions.
Free online tool at home (BDT 0). IDPhotoSnap Schengen tool generates 35×45 mm Schengen-compliant photo + print-ready PDF.

Common rejection reasons

Wrong size (45×55 mm Bangladeshi passport) — most common rejection.
Background colour wrong — Schengen accepts white or light grey, not off-white tinted.
Glasses worn — banned 2016.
Face too small in frame — must be 70-80% (32-36 mm chin to crown).
Smiling or open mouth — strict neutral.
Photo too old — must be within last 6 months.

Country-specific Schengen pages

🇩🇪 German Schengen visa 🇫🇷 French Schengen visa 🇮🇹 Italian Schengen visa 🇪🇸 Spanish Schengen visa 🇳🇱 Dutch Schengen visa 🇪🇺 Generic Schengen

Frequently asked questions

What is the Schengen visa photo size for Bangladeshi applicants?

Schengen visa photos are 35×45 mm with a plain light grey or white background, per the ICAO 9303 biometric standard. The same format applies at every Schengen consulate worldwide and at every VFS Global / BLS International visa application centre in Bangladesh — Dhaka (main), Chittagong, and Sylhet.

Why does my Bangladeshi passport photo get rejected at the Schengen visa centre?

The most common rejection reason for Bangladeshi applicants is size. Bangladeshi passport photos are 45×55 mm (the standard physical passport spec), while Schengen visa requires 35×45 mm. The two sizes are NOT interchangeable. Bringing a Bangladeshi passport photo to a Schengen visa appointment fails the format check. Always get a separate 35×45 mm photo for the Schengen application.

Where can I get a Schengen visa photo in Bangladesh?

Three options: (1) VFS Global / BLS International on-site photo service in Dhaka, Chittagong, or Sylhet at BDT 400-700 — most convenient, photographer knows the Schengen 35×45 mm spec. (2) Local studio at BDT 150-350 — specify "Schengen visa 35×45 mm, light grey or white background, ICAO biometric". Bangladeshi studios default to passport 45×55 mm and need explicit instructions. (3) Free online tool at home — IDPhotoSnap generates a Schengen-compliant 35×45 mm photo + print-ready PDF in 30 seconds, no upload to our server.

Which Schengen consulates are in Bangladesh and where are the visa application centres?

Most Schengen states process visas for Bangladeshi applicants through VFS Global or BLS International centres in Dhaka, Chittagong, and Sylhet. The main destination consulates are: German Embassy Dhaka, French Embassy Dhaka, Italian Embassy Dhaka, Spanish Embassy Dhaka, Dutch Embassy Dhaka. Most visa applications are routed through VFS Global at Dhaka (Gulshan-2). The same 35×45 mm spec applies for any Schengen destination.

Can I wear glasses in a Schengen visa photo?

No. Schengen biometric rules prohibit glasses in visa photos since 2016. Remove them for the photo session. Religious head covering is permitted as long as facial features (chin to forehead, both sides of face) are clearly visible.

How many photos do I need at the VFS Global / BLS appointment in Bangladesh?

Most Schengen consulates require 2 identical photos at the VFS Global / BLS biometric appointment, plus a digital upload via the online application portal. Our print-ready PDF lays out 6 photos per A4 sheet (print at any photo lab for BDT 80-150) — extra copies useful for multiple visa applications within 6 months.

I am applying to multiple Schengen countries — do I need different photos?

No. All 30 Schengen states accept the same 35×45 mm format with the same biometric rules. You can reuse the same photo for visa applications submitted within 6 months of when the photo was taken.

What is the file size limit for online Schengen visa portal upload from Bangladesh?

Most Schengen consulates accept JPEG files between 50 KB and 10 MB for online application portals (France-Visas, VIDEX for Germany, ItaliaVisa). Recommended: 600×600 to 1200×1500 pixels at JPEG quality 80-95. IDPhotoSnap exports a portal-ready JPG that meets these limits automatically.

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