Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker
Italy
35×45 mm biometric photos for Italian Schengen visa applications.
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Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker — key specifications
At-a-glance summary of the official Italy photo template. Every value below is enforced automatically when you upload your image.
| Physical size | 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital size | 413 × 531 px (300 DPI) |
| Background | Plain white |
| Max file size | 5120 KB (JPEG) |
| Head coverage | 70–80% |
| Print sheet | 4x6 · 8 |
Requirements
Check dimensions and official rules on this page.
- Physical: 35mm × 45mm
- Digital: 413–413px × 531–531px
- Max file size: 5120 KB
Full face, white/light background, neutral expression, taken within six months.
Polizia di Stato — photo guidelines for Italian passports
Italy's Polizia di Stato administers passport applications including the photo guidelines. The standard 35 × 45 mm size applies; current acceptance requires the head occupy 70–80% of the frame against a uniform light grey or off-white backdrop, ICAO-aligned.
Why use this Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker tool
- $3.99Final photo + 4×6 print sheet. No subscription. Studios typically charge $15 – $30 for the same output.
- Free previewYou only pay once a watermarked preview confirms the crop, background, and biometric framing meet the spec.
- Refund if non-compliantIf our output fails the issuing-authority checklist, we refund — see our refund policy.
Common reasons Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker photos are rejected
Issuing authorities reject submissions that miss any of the items below. Our tool automatically corrects crop, background, and dimensions, but you still control the original capture — review this list before you upload.
- wrong_tessera_dimensions
- face_not_70_to_80_percent
- background_not_plain_light
- shadows_or_uneven_light
- expression_not_neutral
- hair_covering_eyes
- heavy_glasses_or_tinted_lenses
Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker — common questions
What is the official Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker size?
The official Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker size is 35 mm × 45 mm (1.38 in × 1.77 in). For digital uploads it equals 413 × 531 px at 300 DPI.
What background color is required for a Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker?
Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker photos must be taken on a plain white background, evenly lit and free of shadows or patterns.
How big should the face appear in a Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker photo?
The head should fill 70–80% of the photo height, with eyes positioned in the upper-middle of the frame and a neutral expression looking straight at the camera.
Can I take a Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker photo at home?
Yes. Use a recent phone photo against a plain wall, with even daylight and no glasses. Our tool then crops, recolors the background, and resizes to the official 35 mm × 45 mm template.
Can I print the Italy Schengen Visa Photo Maker at CVS, Walgreens, or another pharmacy?
Yes. We generate a 4x6 print sheet with 8 photos that any pharmacy or photo kiosk can print.
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Where we sourced these Italy specifications
Dimensions, background colour, and biometric framing on this page are compiled from the references below. Always reconfirm the latest guidance directly with the issuing authority before submitting an application.
- poliziadistato.it/statics/10/fotografia_passaporto_web.pdf
- cartaidentita.interno.gov.it
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