What size photo do I need for a US student visa (F-1)?

US F-1 student visa photos require 2×2 inches (51×51mm) with a white background — the same as a US passport photo.

What size photo do I need for a UK student visa?

UK student visa photos must be 35×45mm with a plain white or light grey background.

What size photo is needed for a Schengen study visa?

Schengen study visas require the standard 35×45mm biometric photo.

What is the face oval guide?

The oval overlay shows the ideal face position in the frame. Zoom in or out until your face fits inside the oval — this ensures your face occupies the correct proportion of the photo.

What does Center Face do?

It automatically detects your face and centers the frame around it. Click it after uploading for the best starting position.

What does Straighten do?

It detects the angle of your eyes and rotates the image so they are perfectly level — useful for photos taken at a slight tilt.

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Student visa applications — including US F-1, UK Student visa, Schengen Study visa, and Canadian study permit — require a standard biometric photo, usually 35×45mm with a white background. This free tool resizes your photo to meet those requirements on your device.

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35×45 mm, standard international size

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Photo Requirements

Most common size: 35×45mm (US F-1 requires 2×2 inch / 51×51mm)
Background: plain white
Full face, neutral expression
Photo taken within the last 6 months

How to Use This Tool

Upload a front-facing photo with good lighting.
Select your visa country’s preset from the list (or use 35×45mm default).
Click Center Face to auto-position, then Straighten to level your eyes.
Click Apply, then Remove Background for a clean white backdrop.
Download and submit with your visa application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo do I need for a US student visa (F-1)?: US F-1 student visa photos require 2×2 inches (51×51mm) with a white background — the same as a US passport photo.
What size photo do I need for a UK student visa?: UK student visa photos must be 35×45mm with a plain white or light grey background.
What size photo is needed for a Schengen study visa?: Schengen study visas require the standard 35×45mm biometric photo.
What is the face oval guide?: The oval overlay shows the ideal face position in the frame. Zoom in or out until your face fits inside the oval — this ensures your face occupies the correct proportion of the photo.
What does Center Face do?: It automatically detects your face and centers the frame around it. Click it after uploading for the best starting position.
What does Straighten do?: It detects the angle of your eyes and rotates the image so they are perfectly level — useful for photos taken at a slight tilt.

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