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US Visa Photo (DS-160) vs Schengen Visa Photo (35x45mm)

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CriteriaUS Visa Photo (DS-160)Schengen Visa Photo (35x45mm)
Document typeVisaVisa
Print size51 × 51 mm (2 × 2 inch)35 × 45 mm
Digital size600×600 – 1200×1200 px (vuông)
Resolution300
BackgroundWhite or off-white (#FFFFFF)Plain light (light grey or white) (#EDEDED)
Head sizeHead 50–69% of photo height (22–35 mm from chin to top of head)Face height 32–36mm from chin to crown
Quantity1 digital when filing DS-160 online; 2 identical prints for immigrant/DV interviewsUsually 2 photos (varies by consulate)
RecencyTaken within last 6 monthsTaken within last 6 months
Difficulty8/108/10

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