AI Schengen Passport Photo Maker
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"French visa approved on first try. Turned my iPhone selfie into a perfect 35x45mm photo. Saved me a trip to the consulate photo service." @EuroTrip_Sarah
Built for Schengen Visa Applicants
Schengen visa photos have precise requirements: 35mm x 45mm, white or light background, face covering 70-80% of the frame, neutral expression, no shadows. One rejection delays your entire application. EditThisPic lets you take photos at home and fix background, lighting, and framing until perfect. Try as many times as needed - for free.
Tools for Schengen Visa Photos
Replace Background
Convert any background to Schengen-compliant white or off-white
Remove Shadow
Eliminate facial shadows that cause visa photo rejection
Whiten Background
Make off-white backgrounds compliant for EU visa requirements
Enhance Lighting
Balance uneven face lighting from home photos
How to AI Schengen Passport Photo Maker
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Take a front-facing headshot
Stand in front of a plain wall with natural light on your face. Use your phone camera. Face directly forward with neutral expression, mouth closed. Ensure your face takes up most of the frame - the AI will adjust proportions.
Best results with clear, well-lit face photos. Simple edits: 15-20 seconds. Complex fixes: may need 2-3 refinements. -
Describe Schengen requirements
Type 'replace background with plain white or off-white, face takes 70-80% of frame, remove all shadows, neutral expression, Schengen visa photo compliant.' Be specific about the background shade - some consulates prefer off-white.
Mention your specific country (French visa, German visa) as requirements vary slightly. Most accept white or light grey backgrounds. -
Verify compliance
Check: face covers 70-80% of photo height (from chin to crown), background is uniformly white/off-white with no shadows or gradients, lighting is even on both sides of face, expression is neutral with closed mouth.
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Refine if needed
If background has uneven patches or face proportions need adjustment, describe the specific fix: 'make background more uniform' or 'crop tighter on face.' Tap markers on problem areas for targeted corrections.
The 35x45mm dimension is handled when you print. Focus on face proportion (70-80%) and clean background.
Copy-Paste Prompts for Schengen Visa Photos
replace background with plain white or off-white, face takes 70-80% of frame, remove all shadows from face and background, neutral expression, Schengen visa photo compliant
'Schengen visa photo compliant' signals the AI to follow EU biometric photo standards
replace background with plain white, remove all harsh shadows especially under nose and chin, add soft even lighting across entire face, Schengen visa compliant
Specifying shadow locations (nose, chin) helps the AI target problem areas that cause rejection
crop photo so face takes 70-80% of frame height from chin to top of head, replace background with plain white, remove shadows, Schengen format
The 70-80% face coverage rule is strictly enforced - too small or too large will be rejected
balance lighting on face to be even on both sides, replace background with uniform off-white, remove all shadows, Schengen visa photo
Side-lit selfies often have one dark side - 'balance lighting' corrects this for biometric compliance
Show 4 more prompts
replace background with plain light grey or off-white, face 70-80% of frame, remove all shadows, even lighting, German Schengen visa compliant
Germany often prefers light grey over pure white - check your consulate's guidelines
replace background with plain white, face covers 70-80% of frame, neutral expression, remove shadows, French Schengen visa photo compliant
France typically accepts pure white backgrounds for their Schengen visa applications
keep the current photo composition, replace background with plain white, remove all shadows, ensure lighting is even and modern, Schengen visa compliant
Photos must be recent (within 6 months). If your appearance has changed, you need a new photo
replace background with plain white, remove glare from glasses while keeping glasses visible, remove shadows, even lighting, Schengen visa photo
Some Schengen countries require glasses removal - check your specific consulate requirements first
| Edit Type | Prompt | Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Schengen | replace background with white, face 70-80% of frame, remove shadows |
20s | Try This → |
| German Visa | replace background with light grey, face 70-80%, even lighting |
20s | Try This → |
| French Visa | plain white background, face 70-80% of frame, neutral expression |
20s | Try This → |
| Fix Shadows | remove shadows from face, add soft even lighting, Schengen compliant |
20s | Try This → |
Real Schengen Visa Photo Transformations
Home selfie to EU visa photo
Casual selfie with kitchen background transformed to Schengen-compliant visa photo with proper proportions.
replace background with plain white or off-white, face takes 70-80% of frame, remove all shadows from face and background, neutral expression, Schengen visa photo compliant
Outdoor photo with harsh sunlight
Photo taken outside with harsh shadows and busy background fixed for German visa application.
replace background with plain light grey or off-white, face 70-80% of frame, remove all shadows, even lighting, German Schengen visa compliant
When Things Go Wrong
Face proportion doesn't meet 70-80% requirement
Why: The AI may not have cropped tightly enough or the original photo had too much space around the face.
crop tighter so face takes exactly 70-80% of frame height from chin to crown, maintain white background
Measure from chin to top of head (not top of hair) - this should be 70-80% of the total photo height.
Background has uneven white patches or gradients
Why: The original background had variations the AI didn't fully correct, especially in corners.
make background uniformly plain white, no gradients, no shadows, completely even from edge to edge
'Edge to edge' helps the AI understand you want complete uniformity including corners.
Shadows still visible on face after editing
Why: The original shadows were too harsh or the AI focused on background rather than facial shadows.
remove all shadows from face, add soft fill light under nose, eyes, and chin, even lighting on both sides
Tap markers directly on stubborn shadow areas for targeted fixes.
AI changed the wrong area
Why: The AI couldn't determine exactly which area you meant from description alone.
Tap a marker on the specific area you want to change, then regenerate with the same prompt
Markers tell the AI 'I mean THIS one specifically.' Use them when description alone is ambiguous.
Hair edges look jagged against white background
Why: The AI had difficulty with fine hair details when replacing the background.
replace background with plain white, preserve natural hair edges with no white fringing or halos
Tap markers along your hairline where you see problems for targeted edge refinement.
Photo was rejected by consulate
Why: Schengen requirements are strict. Subtle issues like background shade or face size can cause rejection.
remove absolutely all shadows, face exactly 70-80% of frame, pure uniform background, biometric photo compliant
Check rejection reason from consulate and address that specific issue. View photo at 100% zoom to spot subtle problems.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to mark the background before describing what I want?
No! Just describe what you want: 'replace background with plain white' or 'remove shadows from face.' The AI understands these concepts. Only use markers when you need precision - like specifying which shadow to fix or refining specific edge areas.
What are the exact Schengen visa photo requirements?
Schengen visa photos must be 35mm x 45mm, with face taking 70-80% of the frame (from chin to crown). Background must be white or light-colored (off-white, light grey). Photo must be recent (within 6 months), show neutral expression with mouth closed, and have no shadows on face or background. Eyes must be clearly visible.
Is there a free Schengen visa photo tool that doesn't require signup?
Yes. EditThisPic is completely free to try with no account required. Upload your photo, describe what you need, and download the result. No watermarks on your visa photos.
What's the best background color for Schengen visa photos?
Most Schengen countries accept white or off-white (light grey). Germany often prefers light grey. France typically uses pure white. When in doubt, use 'plain white or off-white' - both are generally accepted across all Schengen countries.
How do I ensure my face is 70-80% of the frame?
Measure from your chin to the top of your head (crown, not hair). This distance should be 70-80% of the total photo height. In a 45mm photo, your face should measure 31.5-36mm. Ask the AI to 'crop so face takes 70-80% of frame height' if adjustment is needed.
Can I wear glasses in my Schengen visa photo?
Requirements vary by country. Many Schengen countries now prefer photos without glasses. If you must wear glasses, ensure there's no glare and your eyes are clearly visible. Check your specific consulate's requirements before taking the photo.
Is EditThisPic's AI photo editor for schengen visa photos really free?
Yes — you get 1 free edit per week, no account needed. For unlimited edits, plans start at $3.99/month.
Can I schengen passport on my phone?
Yes. EditThisPic works in any mobile browser — iPhone, Android, tablet. No app download needed.
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