What size is a Sweden Schengen visa photo?

35 x 45 mm (1.38 x 1.77 inches), the standard Schengen size.

Is the Swedish visa photo the same as the passport photo?

Yes, both follow the same 35x45mm Schengen standard with similar requirements.

How many photos do I need for a Swedish visa?

Two identical color photos are required.

Sweden Visa Photo

Size & Requirements 2026 · Last updated: 2026-05-02

Photo Specifications

Dimensions

35 × 45 mm

DPI

300

Background

light grey

Format

JPEG

Max Size

240 KB

Head Height

70-80%

Photography Guidelines

1 Taken within the last 6 months
2 Plain light grey or white background with no shadows or textures
3 Face must occupy 70-80% of the photo (head height 32-36 mm)
4 Color photo, high resolution with no pixelation or glare
5 Neutral facial expression, looking straight at the camera
6 No hats or headwear except for religious reasons

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Wrong background color

Must be plain light grey or white — colored or patterned backgrounds are rejected

Photo not in color

Black and white photos are not accepted for Schengen visa applications

Overexposed or underexposed

Ensure proper lighting — photos that are too bright or too dark will be rejected

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Official References

Information on this page is based on the following official sources:

Sweden Abroad - Passport Photo Dimensions & Guidelines