What size is an Italian visa photo?

35 x 45 mm, following the Schengen visa standard.

Is the Italian visa photo the same as the Schengen visa photo?

Yes, Italy follows the standard Schengen visa photo requirements of 35x45mm.

How many photos do I need for an Italian visa application?

Typically 2 recent color photos are required for a Schengen visa application.

Italy Visa Photo

Size & Requirements 2026 · Last updated: 2026-04-14

Photo Specifications

Dimensions

35 × 45 mm

DPI

600

Background

white

Format

JPEG

Max Size

500 KB

Head Height

70-80%

Photography Guidelines

1 Taken within the last 6 months
2 Plain white or light grey background
3 Neutral facial expression with mouth closed
4 Full face visible from forehead to chin
5 No sunglasses or tinted lenses
6 Follows Schengen visa photo standards

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Black and white photo

Photo must be in color; black and white photos are rejected

Uneven lighting or shadows

Brightness must be uniform with no shadows on face or background

Head tilted or turned

Head must be straight, facing directly at the camera

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