Liechtenstein Schengen visa photo requirements
Liechtenstein uses the shared Schengen photo standard — 35 × 45 mm, ICAO biometric framing, plain light background. This page covers the photo standard plus how Liechtenstein consulates handle Schengen visa applications: where to apply, processing times, fees and consulate-level handling.
Quick answer
35 × 45 mm photo · Swiss visa application centre (VFS Global) · €90
Prepare a 35 × 45 mm biometric photo on a plain light background. Apply through Liechtenstein Office of Foreign Affairs + Swiss representation in most markets. Standard fee €90, €45 for children 6–12. Processing time 15 calendar days standard. Last reviewed .
Application route
| Issuing authority | Liechtenstein Office of Foreign Affairs + Swiss representation in most markets |
|---|---|
| Visa application centre | Swiss visa application centre (VFS Global) |
| Processing time | 15 calendar days standard |
| Standard fee | €90 |
| Reduced fee | €45 for children 6–12 |
| Application languages | German, English |
| Official portal | Liechtenstein short-stay visa portal ↗ |
Photo specification
Schengen 35 × 45 mm. Swiss-representation consulates apply the shared Schengen photo standard on Liechtenstein's behalf.
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 70–80% of frame height (32–36 mm chin-to-crown) |
| Background | plain light grey or off-white, even illumination |
| Pose | Front-facing, head level, both ears typically visible |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible |
| Glasses | Strongly discouraged; remove for the shot. See full rules → |
| Head covering | Religious coverings allowed when facial features remain fully visible |
| Age of photo | Taken within the last 6 months |
Liechtenstein consulate handling
Liechtenstein has no visa network of its own: Schengen applications are taken by Swiss missions and their visa centres, so photo handling follows the Swiss process. The fee is the Schengen fee — €90, €45 for children 6–12 — charged in Swiss francs at the rate each mission publishes.
Liechtenstein national document photos
Detailed national document photo pages for Liechtenstein are tracked separately as the issuing authority publishes verifiable specifications. For now, the Schengen visa photo on this page is the binding photo requirement for short-stay travel.
Frequently asked questions about Liechtenstein Schengen visa photos
What size is the Liechtenstein Schengen visa photo?
35 × 45 mm. Liechtenstein uses the shared Schengen biometric photo standard — the same as every other Schengen state. The head must occupy 70–80% of the frame height with a plain light background.
Where do I apply for a Liechtenstein Schengen visa?
Apply through the Liechtenstein Office of Foreign Affairs + Swiss representation in most markets. Liechtenstein has no visa network of its own: Schengen applications are taken by Swiss missions and their visa centres, so photo handling follows the Swiss process. The fee is the Schengen fee — €90, €45 for children 6–12 — charged in Swiss francs at the rate each mission publishes.
How long does Liechtenstein take to process a Schengen visa?
For Liechtenstein, 15 calendar days standard. First-time applicants and applications submitted during peak travel seasons tend to fall toward the upper end of this window.
What does the Liechtenstein Schengen visa cost?
Liechtenstein's standard fee is €90, €45 for children 6–12. Some markets add a VAC service fee on top of the consular fee paid to Swiss visa application centre (VFS Global).
Can I wear glasses in a Liechtenstein Schengen visa photo?
Liechtenstein follows the shared Schengen baseline: glasses are strongly discouraged because of glare and frame-related rejection risk. The safest choice at every consulate is to remove glasses before the shot.
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