Resize a photo to 35 x 45 mm (Schengen, UK and most national formats)
35 x 45 mm is the most common passport and visa photo format in the world: the Schengen area, the United Kingdom and many national passports all use it, typically with the face filling 70 to 80 percent of the frame. The resizer below center-crops your photo to the exact 35:45 proportions at compliant digital resolution, in your browser. It only crops and scales; the pixels of your photo are never edited.
Resize your photo to the exact dimensions
Runs entirely in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device, and it is never edited or retouched, only cropped and resized.
Runs in your browser. Your photo never leaves your device here.
Which portals need this
- Schengen visa (29 countries): 35 mm wide by 45 mm high, face occupying 70 to 80 percent of the frame, plain white or light grey background, neutral expression, photo taken within the last 6 months.
- UK passport: The UK print format is 35 x 45 mm with the head measuring 29 to 34 mm chin to crown, against a plain light grey or cream background. Digital uploads must be at least 750 pixels tall.
- Many national passports: Ireland, Germany, France, Italy, Spain (visa formats) and others use 35 x 45 mm or near variants. Pick the exact document in the dropdown to use its official digital dimensions.
The file is only half the battle
A photo with the right file size and dimensions still gets rejected for head size, eye position, background or shadows. Once the file is fixed, run it through the free Schengen Area visa photo checker to measure it against the official spec. The check is free and never edits your photo; you pay $9 only if it passes, accepted or your money back.
Frequently asked questions
How many pixels is 35 x 45 mm?
It depends on resolution: at 300 dpi it is about 413 x 531 pixels. For uploads, use the digital minimums of your document; the presets in this tool derive the pixel size from each official spec, such as 583 x 750 pixels for a Schengen visa.
Which countries use the 35 x 45 mm photo format?
The Schengen area, the United Kingdom and many national passports including Ireland, Germany, France and Italy. The United States is the notable exception with its square 2 x 2 inch format.
Can I convert a US 2x2 photo to 35 x 45 mm?
Yes, if there is enough room around your head: 35 x 45 is taller than square, and the head-size rules differ. Crop with this tool, then check the result against the destination country's spec before submitting.