Visa Photos
Visa Photo Requirements by Destination
Yes - you can make a visa photo online by uploading one clear portrait, choosing the country and document type, and using Passport Visa Photo Studio to apply the required size, crop guide, background color, validation checks, HD export, and printable 4x6 sheet. Start with a recent front-facing photo in even light against a plain wall, then select the destination or issuing country so the editor uses the right preset. The tool lets you preview the result free, prepare the required plain background only when you request it, and download the final files when they are ready. Use the verified country guides below when you need exact dimensions or official-source details before opening the editor.
How do you make a visa photo online?
What photo should you start with?
Use a recent JPG, PNG, or WebP portrait taken straight on, with even light, a neutral expression, and a simple wall behind you.
How do you choose the right requirements?
Pick the country and document type first so the editor can load the correct size, head-position guide, background target, and print format.
When do you download the finished file?
Preview the visa photo first, check the crop and background, then download the HD file and printable sheet when the result is ready.
What makes an online visa photo match the right requirements?
Does the editor set the exact size?
Yes. The Visa Photo preset controls the physical dimensions, pixel export, crop guide, and print sheet layout for the selected country.
Does the tool prepare the required background?
Yes. After cropping, the background step can place the portrait on the required plain white, off-white, light grey, or other selected color.
Visa size comparison
Verified visa photo sizes by country.
| Country / region | Visa photo size | Background | Head rule | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 51 × 51 mm (2.01 × 2.01 in) | Plain white or off-white, with no shadows. | 50-69% of photo height · 25-35 mm chin to crown | United States visa sourceU.S. Department of StateReviewed 2026-08-11 | Generate for United States |
| Schengen area | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) | Plain light-coloured background, such as light grey or off-white. | 70-80% of photo height | Schengen area visa sourceEuropean Commission / ICAO photo standardsReviewed 2026-04-30 | Generate for Schengen area |
| India | 51 × 51 mm (2.01 × 2.01 in) | Plain light-coloured or white background. | 49-69% of photo height · 25-35 mm chin to crown | India visa sourceBureau of Immigration, Government of IndiaReviewed 2026-04-30 | Generate for India |
| China | 33 × 48 mm (1.3 × 1.89 in) | Plain white or close-to-white background with no shadows or objects. | 58.3-68.8% of photo height · 28-33 mm chin to crown · 15-22 mm head width | China visa sourceChinese Visa Application Service Center / Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign AffairsReviewed 2026-08-06 | Generate for China |
| Argentina | 40 × 40 mm (1.57 × 1.57 in) | Plain white background. | 60-78% of photo height | Argentina visa sourceMinisterio de Relaciones Exteriores, Comercio Internacional y Culto de ArgentinaReviewed 2026-08-18 | Generate for Argentina |
| Brazil | 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) | Plain white background. | 60-80% of photo height | Brazil visa sourceBrazil eVisa official portal / VFS GlobalReviewed 2026-08-09 | Generate for Brazil |
| Colombia | 30 × 40 mm (1.18 × 1.57 in) | Plain white background with no shadows or other people. | 60-78% of photo height | Colombia visa sourceMinisterio de Relaciones Exteriores de ColombiaReviewed 2026-08-18 | Generate for Colombia |
China visa photo
33 x 48 mm
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US visa photo
51 x 51 mm
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Schengen area visa photo
35 x 45 mm
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India visa photo
51 x 51 mm
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Brazil visa photo
35 x 45 mm
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Colombia visa photo
30 x 40 mm
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Argentina visa photo
40 x 40 mm
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FAQ
What do people ask before making this document photo online?
Can I make a visa photo online for free?
Yes. You can upload a portrait, choose the country and Visa Photo preset, crop with the face guide, prepare the required background, and preview the result before downloading the HD file and printable 4x6 sheet. Try the tool.
Which countries support visa photos?
The verified guide cards on this page show the countries with reviewed visa photo requirements. Each guide lists size, background, official source, and review date before you open the editor, so you can choose the correct country preset instead of guessing. Try the tool.
Does the visa photo tool remove the background?
Yes. The editor includes a background-preparation step that can extract the person and place the portrait on the required plain document background. A simple source photo still works best, because hair edges, shadows, patterned rooms, and low light can reduce quality. Try the tool.
Can I print the visa photo after editing?
Yes. The download includes a printable 4x6 inch sheet in addition to the standalone HD file. Print at 100 percent scale and avoid fit-to-page resizing so the physical dimensions stay correct for document submission. Try the tool.
What file type should I upload for a visa photo?
Use a clear JPG, PNG, or WebP portrait up to the upload limit. A high-resolution phone photo usually works well when it is sharp, evenly lit, front-facing, and not filtered or heavily retouched before upload. Try the tool.