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🇵🇹Portugal Visa Photo for $1

Get a compliant Portugal Visa Photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.

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Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB

We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements

Requirements:
35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8")
Light grey preferred (Schengen standard). White or off-white also accepted by VFS Global. background
No glasses
Neutral expression
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What You Get

Digital passport photo

Digital Photo

413×531px JPG

4x6 print sheet with multiple photos

4×6 Print Sheet

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Portugal Visa Photo Specifications

Official requirements

35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8")
Photo size: 35mm × 45mm
Head height: Head height 32-36mm from chin to crown (70-80% of frame)
Eye line position
Photo size 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8")
Digital size 413 × 531 px
Background Light grey preferred (Schengen standard). White or off-white also accepted by VFS Global.
Head size Head height 32-36mm from chin to crown (70-80% of frame)
Glasses Not allowed
Recency Within 6 months
File format JPEG
Max file size 120 KB
Paper type Glossy or Matte
Printable Yes
Digital submission Yes

How It Works

Get your perfect visa photo in under 3 minutes

1. Take or upload a photo

Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.

2. AI processes your photo

Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.

3. Download & Print

Get your photo instantly. Print at a printing location near you for ~$0.35.

Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected

Photo rejected for wearing glasses

Glasses

Photo rejected for wrong head size

Wrong head size

Photo rejected for non-white background

Wrong background

Photo rejected for shadows on face

Shadow on face

Photo rejected for shadow on background

Shadow on background

Wrong background — Light grey preferred; pure white may be questioned at some VFS centers

Wearing glasses — Not allowed under Schengen biometric standard

Wrong size — Must be 35×45mm, not US 2×2 inch or any other format

Photo too old — Must be taken within the last 6 months

Only 1 photo provided — Portugal visa applications require 2 identical photos

Shadows on face or background — Lighting must be even and uniform

Printing Your Photo

For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.

Use glossy or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 35 × 45 mm (1.4" × 1.8").

Paper size 4×6 inches
Paper type Glossy or matte photo paper
Print quality 300 DPI minimum

Digital Submission Requirements

For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.

File format JPEG
Dimensions 413×531px
Max file size 120 KB
Aspect ratio Portrait (7:9)

Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo for Portugal visa?

35mm × 45mm — the standard Schengen biometric format. This applies to all Portuguese visa types including D7, D8 digital nomad, Golden Visa, student visa, and work permits.

Are Portugal visa photo requirements the same for D7 and D8 visas?

Yes. All Portuguese visa types use identical photo specifications: 35×45mm, light grey or white background, neutral expression, no glasses. The photo requirements do not vary by visa category.

Can I wear glasses in a Portugal visa photo?

No. Glasses are not allowed under the Schengen biometric standard. Medical exceptions require a signed doctor's note.

How many photos do I need for a Portugal visa?

2 identical passport-type photos are required for Portuguese visa applications.

What background colour for Portugal visa photo?

Light grey is preferred per the Schengen standard. White and off-white are also accepted at most VFS centers.

Is Portugal visa photo the same as Schengen visa photo?

Yes. Portugal follows the harmonized Schengen photo standard (EU Regulation 810/2009, referencing ICAO Document 9303). The same 35×45mm photo works for any Schengen country.

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Related Documents

Official source: https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/necessary-documentation/temporary-stay