Visa · Russia

Russia Visa Photo (3.5x4.5cm)

A Russia visa photo is 3.5x4.5cm (35x45mm), colour on a light background, front view with a clear full-face image occupying about 70–80% of the photo, eyes open, no sunglasses and no headdress (except for religious reasons). Taken within the last 6 months.

Photo difficulty5/10

Photo specs

Print size	35 × 45 mm (3.5 × 4.5 cm)
Background	Light plain background (#EDEDED)
Head size	Face occupies about 70–80% of the photo height
Quantity	1 photo affixed to the application form (varies by consulate)
Recency	Taken within last 6 months
File note	Colour photo, pasted within the frame on the application form

35 × 45 mm (3.5 × 4.5 cm) · Face occupies about 70–80% of the photo height

Detailed rules

SunglassesNo sunglasses; the face must be clearly visible

HeaddressNo headdress, except where religion or national identity requires it

Old or damaged photoSharp photo, not blurry, no ink marks or creases

Face forward, eyes openFull-face, head not tilted, hair not covering the face

Colour filtersNatural colours, true skin tone, no filters

Common rejection reasons

Face too small (not 70–80%)
Wearing a headdress or sunglasses
Blurry photo with creases or ink marks
Filters distorting skin tone

Photo difficulty

Face 70–80% ratio must be hit
Headdress and sunglasses banned
Requires clean print, no physical defects

Frequently asked questions

What size is a Russia visa photo?

3.5x4.5cm (35x45mm), colour on a light background, with the face occupying about 70–80% of the photo height.

Can I wear a hat or glasses for a Russia visa photo?

No sunglasses and no headdress, except where religion or national identity requires it and the face remains fully visible.

How recent must a Russia visa photo be?

The photo must be taken within 6 months before applying, sharp, not blurry, and free of creases or ink marks.

Official sources

Consulate General of the Russian Federation in New York — Russian Visa Photo Specifications — Verified on 04/07/2026
Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Busan — Russian Visa Photo Specifications — Verified on 04/07/2026

Updated 04/07/2026

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