Netherlands Visa Photo Maker
Make a compliant Netherlands visa photo at 35×45mm with the correct background. Free, and fully in your browser.
Accepted for: Netherlands Schengen Visa, MVV / residence, Dutch passport.
Drop a photo, or click to browse
A clear, front-facing photo works best
JPG · PNG · HEIC · processed on your device, never uploaded
Before you upload — what gets Netherlands photos accepted
- A plain, evenly lit background to start (we apply the official colour)
- Face the camera straight on, both ears roughly visible
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open
- A recent photo, taken within the last 6 months
- Shadows on your face or the wall behind you
- Glare or tint on glasses
- Hair across the eyes, hats or caps
- Filters, beauty smoothing, or a cropped group photo
Netherlands visa photo specification
- Print size
- 35 × 45 mm
- Head height
- 26–30 mm (chin to crown)
- Head % of frame
- 58–67%
- Background
- #D3D3D3
- Digital size
- ~413×531px @300dpi
- File size
- varies by portal
- Min DPI
- 400
- Glasses
- not permitted unless medically required
- Expression
- neutral only (biometric)
Good to know
Per the official Dutch government portal: 35x45mm, colour, face 26-30mm chin-to-crown (ages 11+), face width 16-20mm, plain light grey / light blue / white background, max 6 months old, min 400 DPI for prints.
Official sourceVerification status: Confirmed against the official government source.
Meeting the Netherlands upload file-size limit
If your portal needs a smaller file, compress the finished photo to an exact size. Your image stays in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Netherlands visa photo?
A Netherlands visa photo is 35×45mm. EasyPhoto sets this size automatically.
What background colour does a Netherlands visa photo need?
Plain, uniform light grey, light blue or white; no shadows. The tool applies the correct colour for you.
What is the head size in a Netherlands visa photo?
Your head should measure 26–30mm from chin to crown. We size it to that band and flag it if it's off.
Can I wear glasses or smile in a Netherlands visa photo?
Glasses: not permitted unless medically required. Expression: neutral only (biometric).
What file size does the Netherlands online visa upload need?
The online file-size limit varies by portal, so check the limit on your form, then compress to fit.
Is the Netherlands visa photo maker free and private?
Yes. It's free, with no watermark, and processed entirely in your browser. Your photo is never uploaded.