35×45mm Passport Photo Maker – Free EU/Schengen Tool
Create a compliant 35×45 mm passport photo entirely in your browser — free, no account required, nothing uploaded to any server. The tool automatically crops and resizes your photo to the official 35×45 mm format used across the EU, UK, Schengen area, Australia, and Japan.
Official EU/Schengen Requirements
- Size: 35×45 mm / 413×531 px at 300 DPI
- Background: Light grey or white — white is accepted everywhere
- Face coverage: Face should fill 70–80% of the frame
- Eyes: Clearly visible, open, looking straight at the camera
- Expression: Neutral, mouth closed
- Recency: Taken within the last 6 months
- Head coverings: Not permitted except for religious reasons
Country-specific background notes:
- Germany: 35×45 mm, light grey background
- France: 35×45 mm, grey or white background
- UK: 35×45 mm, plain light grey or cream background
- Australia: 35×45 mm, plain white or light grey background
- Japan: 35×45 mm, plain white background
- Sweden: 35×45 mm, light grey background
Using a plain white background is universally safe across all countries that use this format.
How to Make Your 35×45mm Photo
- Take or select a photo. Stand in front of a plain white or light grey wall in good, even lighting. Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression and your mouth closed.
- Upload and adjust. Use the tool below to upload your photo. It automatically detects your face, removes the background, and sets the crop to the 35×45 mm proportions. Drag the frame if needed.
- Download and print. Click Download to save your 35×45 mm photo. Print at 300 DPI at a pharmacy or photo shop, or upload to an online printing service.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Wrong background shade. Some applicants use a strongly colored or patterned background. Use plain white — it is accepted by every country that uses this format.
- Face too small or too large. Your face must fill 70–80% of the frame. If your face is too small the photo will be rejected; if too large, important features may be cut off.
- Photo too old. The photo must reflect your current appearance and must typically have been taken within the last 6 months.
- Using the US 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) size. The square US format is different from the rectangular 35×45 mm EU format. Submitting the wrong size will result in rejection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 35×45mm the same as 3.5×4.5 cm?
Yes. 35×45 mm and 3.5×4.5 cm are identical measurements — 10 mm equals 1 cm. At 300 DPI the pixel dimensions are 413×531 px. This is the most widely used passport photo size outside the United States.
Which countries require a 35×45mm passport photo?
The 35×45 mm format is required or accepted for passports and visas in Germany, France, Spain, Italy, the Netherlands, Sweden, Australia, Japan, India (some documents), and most other EU and Schengen member states. The UK also uses 35×45 mm (sometimes cited as 34×45 mm — 35×45 mm is accepted).
Should the background be white or grey for a 35×45mm photo?
Requirements vary by country. Germany and Sweden specify light grey; France and Australia allow white or light grey; Japan requires white. Using a plain white background is universally accepted across all countries that use this format. This tool sets a white background by default.
What is 35×45mm in inches?
35 mm equals approximately 1.38 inches and 45 mm equals approximately 1.77 inches, so the photo is roughly 1.38×1.77 inches. This is noticeably different from the US 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) square format.
What pixel size is 35×45mm at 300 DPI?
At 300 DPI (dots per inch), 35×45 mm equals 413×531 pixels. At 600 DPI it would be 827×1063 pixels. Most printing services accept 300 DPI, which is the standard for passport photo printing.
Can I use a 35×45mm photo for a Schengen visa?
Yes. All Schengen member states require a 35×45 mm photo for visa applications. The face must be clearly visible and centered, covering 70–80% of the frame. Background requirements vary slightly — white is safe for all countries.
Can I use a 35×45mm photo for a UK passport?
Yes. UK passport photos are 35×45 mm (the UK government sometimes specifies 34×45 mm but 35×45 mm is accepted). The background must be plain light grey or cream. The face must be centered and between 29–34 mm tall within the frame.