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TLScontact photo requirements

TLScontact, part of Teleperformance, runs visa application centres and biometric enrolment mainly for European governments — France, the UK, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Poland, Portugal and others. Photo requirements come from the consulate, not from TLScontact.

Independent guide — not affiliated with or endorsed by TLScontact. Photo rules are set by the destination government; always follow the checklist for your application.

Photo size by destination

Schengen files handled by TLScontact need 35 × 45 mm photos on a light background with the head 32–36 mm, taken within 6 months. UK visa applicants usually need no printed photo because it is captured biometrically at the centre. Pick your destination to open its photo maker with the right size, head height and background pre-set.

France — Passport / ID card35 × 45 mm · Plain light grey or light blue — not whiteUnited Kingdom — Visa35 × 45 mm · Plain light-colouredBelgium — Passport / eID35 × 45 mm · Plain light (white or light grey)Germany — Passport / ID card35 × 45 mm · Plain light grey (single colour, contrasting)Italy — Passport35 × 40 mm · Plain whitePoland — Passport / ID card35 × 45 mm · Plain whitePortugal — Passport35 × 45 mm · Plain light (white or light grey)Netherlands — Passport / ID card35 × 45 mm · Plain light grey, light blue or whiteIsrael — Passport / Visa (consular)50 × 50 mm · Plain whiteSwitzerland — Passport / ID card35 × 45 mm · Plain neutral light, contrasting with face and hairSweden — Passport / national ID35 × 45 mm · Plain light greySchengen Area — Visa35 × 45 mm · Plain light (white or light grey)

Photo tips for TLScontact appointments

  • For Schengen files bring two 35 × 45 mm ICAO photos on a light background, taken within 6 months.
  • UK visa applicants usually do not need printed photos — the biometric photo is taken at the centre.
  • Do not wear glasses or heavy make-up for the biometric capture.
  • If your photo is doubtful, pre-book the on-site photo booth rather than risk an incomplete file.

Why photos get rejected at the counter

  • Photo older than 6 months or no longer resembling you
  • Not 35 × 45 mm, or head outside 32–36 mm (Schengen)
  • Dark or patterned background
  • Glare on glasses, tinted lenses, non-religious headwear

Centre service pages list a photo booth for ICAO-compliant photos taken during the appointment, for a small fee (around US$12 at the Washington DC France centre).

Make your photo

Choose the destination document in step 1. The crop, head size, eye line and background follow that country's rules.

Questions

What photo size does TLScontact require?＋

TLScontact does not set photo sizes. Each destination government does, and the centre checks your photo against that specification. Find your destination in the table above; most European destinations use 35 × 45 mm and the United States and India use 2 × 2 inch.

Can I get a photo taken at a TLScontact centre?＋

Centre service pages list a photo booth for ICAO-compliant photos taken during the appointment, for a small fee (around US$12 at the Washington DC France centre).

How many printed photos should I bring?＋

Check your destination's checklist — one or two recent photos is typical. Print a full 4 × 6 sheet with this tool so you have spares.

Is this site part of TLScontact?＋

No. This is an independent, free photo tool. TLScontact is a trademark of its owner; use their official site (www.tlscontact.com/) to book appointments and read checklists.

Sources: TLScontact – Our services, TLScontact – Washington DC France centre. Last reviewed 2026-09-20.

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