Netherlands Visa Photo Examples

Avoid head coverings unless exempted.

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Examples

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Netherlands Schengen Visa Photo Maker original sample
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Netherlands Schengen Visa Photo Maker processed sample

Common reasons Netherlands 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.

  • photo_not_35x45_mm
  • face_length_outside_rvig_band
  • face_width_outside_16_20_mm
  • background_or_lighting_non_compliant
  • printed_below_400_dpi
  • expression_not_neutral
  • glasses_obscuring_eyes

Where we sourced these Netherlands 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.

  • rijksoverheid.nl
  • netherlandsworldwide.nl
  • government.nl (RvIG Fotomatrix 2020 PDF)

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