Visa Photo Size & Requirements

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Common Visa Photo Sizes

US Visa (2x2 inch)

51 x 51 mm | 600 x 600 pixels

B1/B2, F1, H1B, and all US visa types

Schengen Visa (35x45mm)

35 x 45 mm | 413 x 531 pixels

All 27 Schengen countries

Chinese Visa (33x48mm)

33 x 48 mm | 390 x 567 pixels

Tourist, business, and work visas

Indian Visa (51x51mm)

51 x 51 mm | 350 x 350 pixels (e-Visa)

Tourist e-Visa, business visa

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Photo Requirements

300 DPI
Official Source
Size:

51 × 51 mm

Resolution:

600 × 600 px

Background:

white

Format:

JPEG

Visa Photo Requirements by Country

Country/VisaSizePixelsBackground
🇺🇸 US Visa (B1/B2, F1, etc.)51x51mm600x600pxwhite
🇮🇳 Indian Visa (e-Visa)51x51mm350x350pxwhite
🇨🇳 Chinese Visa33x48mm390x567pxwhite
🇦🇪 UAE Visa43x55mm508x650pxwhite
🇯🇵 Japanese Visa45x45mm531x531pxwhite
🇸🇦 Saudi e-Visa51x51mm200x200pxwhite
🇮🇩 Indonesian Visa35x45mm400x600pxwhite
🇹🇭 Thai Visa on Arrival40x60mm472x709pxwhite

Visa Photo vs Passport Photo

In most cases, visa photos have the same requirements as passport photos for the destination country. Key differences:

  • • US Visa: Same as US passport (2x2 inch)
  • • Schengen Visa: Same as EU passport (35x45mm)
  • • Chinese Visa: Slightly different from Chinese passport (33x48mm vs standard)
  • • Indian e-Visa: Lower resolution allowed (350x350px) compared to passport

Tips for Visa Application Photos

General Requirements

  • • Recent photo (within 6 months)
  • • Plain white or light gray background
  • • Neutral expression, mouth closed
  • • Full face visible, eyes open

Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • • Wearing glasses (not allowed in most cases)
  • • Shadows on face or background
  • • Cropping too tight or too loose
  • • Wrong dimensions or aspect ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo do I need for a visa application?

It depends on the country. US visas require 2x2 inches (51x51mm), Schengen visas require 35x45mm, and Chinese visas require 33x48mm. Check the specific requirements above.

Can I use my passport photo for a visa application?

Often yes, if the destination country uses the same photo specifications as your passport country. Always verify the specific visa requirements.

How many photos do I need for a visa application?

Typically 1-2 photos. Online applications usually need 1 digital photo, while paper applications may require 2 printed copies.

Related Guides

Schengen Visa Photo

Requirements for all 27 Schengen countries

Passport Photo Requirements

Complete guide by country

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