Why Take Your Photo at Home?

Taking your Schengen visa photo at home can save you both time and money. With modern smartphones and AI-powered tools like EuPass, you can get a professional, compliant photo in minutes.

What You Need

A smartphone with a decent camera (most phones from the last 3-4 years work great)

A plain, light-colored wall

Good natural lighting (a window works perfectly)

A friend to take the photo, or a phone stand/timer

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Set Up Your Background

Stand about 30-50cm in front of a plain wall. The wall color does not matter much since our AI will replace the background, but a light, solid color gives the best results.

2. Get the Lighting Right

Natural light is best. Stand facing a large window during daylight hours. Avoid direct sunlight (causes harsh shadows), overhead fluorescent lights (creates under-eye shadows), and backlighting (standing with a window behind you).

3. Position Yourself

Face the camera directly

Keep your head straight (no tilt)

Look directly into the camera lens

Keep a neutral expression

Close your mouth naturally

Keep both eyes open

Remove glasses if they have thick frames or glare

4. Take the Photo

Have someone take the photo from about 1.5 meters away

Or use a timer and prop your phone on a stable surface

Take several photos and pick the best one

Make sure the photo is sharp and well-lit

5. Upload to EuPass

Upload your best photo to EuPass. Our AI will remove and replace the background, crop to exact biometric dimensions, validate compliance with all requirements, and generate print-ready output.

Tips for the Best Results

Wear everyday clothes and avoid white tops if the background will be white

Style your hair away from your face so ears are visible

No headwear (religious exceptions are allowed)

Make sure the photo is recent, within the last 6 months

High resolution is better, minimum 600x600 pixels

How to Take a Perfect Schengen Visa Photo at Home