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Spain Schengen Visa Photo Requirements
| Size | 35×45 mm |
| Pixels (300 DPI) | 413×531 px |
| Background | Plain white |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open and clearly visible |
Full Requirements Checklist
- ✓Size: 35×45 mm
- ✓Plain white background
- ✓Neutral expression, mouth closed
- ✓Both eyes open and clearly visible
- ✓No glasses
- ✓Taken within the last 6 months
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Spanish Schengen visa photo size?
Spanish Schengen visa photos are 35×45 mm with plain white background, per ICAO 9303 / Spanish Ministerio de Asuntos Exteriores. CRITICAL: this is DIFFERENT from the Spanish citizen passport photo (26×32 mm). Use 35×45 for visa applications, 26×32 only for Spanish citizen passport/DNI.
Why is the Spanish visa photo size different from the passport photo?
Spain uses two different photo specs depending on document type. Spanish passport and DNI for citizens use the historic 26×32 mm Spanish format (smaller, unique to Spain). Spanish Schengen visa applications use the standard 35×45 mm format that all Schengen states accept — this aligns Spanish visa requirements with the rest of Schengen Area. Mixing them up is the most common rejection at Spanish consulates abroad.
I am applying for a Spanish visa from India, Nigeria, or Indonesia — does this tool work?
Yes. The 35×45 mm Spanish Schengen visa spec applies at every Spanish consulate worldwide. Output is print-ready PDF for BLS International (India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, others) or VFS Global (China, Nigeria, Pakistan, others depending on country) biometric appointment.
Can I apply for a Spanish Schengen visa with a self-taken photo?
Yes. Spanish consulates accept self-taken photos meeting 35×45 mm format, white background, neutral expression, both eyes visible, no glasses, head centered. Our tool enforces all rules automatically.
Which Spanish destinations are visa applicants typically headed to?
Spain is one of the most popular Schengen destinations: tourism (Madrid, Barcelona, Andalusia, Mallorca), study (Spanish universities popular для Indians and Latin Americans), Spain Digital Nomad Visa (since 2023, growing applicant volume), Non-Lucrative Visa for retirees, work permits, and family reunification. Same 35×45 mm photo для all.
How many photos do I need at the Spanish visa centre?
Spanish consulates typically require 2 identical photos at the visa application centre biometric appointment. Our print-ready PDF lays out 6 photos per A4 sheet.
Will my photo be rejected if I wear glasses?
Yes. Spain banned glasses in biometric photos since 2016.
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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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