Question 1

What size photo is required for an FSM visa or entry permit application?

Accepted Answer

Visa and entry permit applications related to the Federated States of Micronesia — including Schengen visa applications submitted by FSM passport holders, and entry permits for visitors — require a 35×45mm photo in colour. The head height from chin to crown must be approximately 32–36mm within the frame. The photo must be taken against a plain white background, be sharp and in focus, and have been taken within the last 6 months. This ICAO 35×45mm format is the internationally recognised standard accepted by embassies and immigration authorities.

Question 2

What background is required for an FSM visa photo?

Accepted Answer

The background must be plain white. There should be no patterns, objects, shadows, or other people visible in the background. Schengen embassies and FSM immigration authorities require a clean white background for biometric processing. ID Wizard automatically replaces your background with a compliant plain white background.

Question 3

Do US citizens need a visa to visit the Federated States of Micronesia?

Accepted Answer

No. Under the Compact of Free Association (COFA) between the FSM and the United States, US citizens can enter and stay in the FSM without a visa and without a time limit. Many other nationalities also receive a 90-day entry permit on arrival without a prior visa. Always verify the current entry requirements for your nationality with the FSM Division of Immigration before travelling.

Question 4

What is Compact Travel for FSM citizens visiting the USA?

Accepted Answer

Under the Compact of Free Association, FSM citizens have the right to enter, live, work, and study in the United States without a US visa. This is known as Compact Travel. A valid FSM biometric passport with a compliant 35×45mm ICAO photo is required. FSM citizens do not need a US visa but must carry a valid FSM passport to exercise this right.

Question 5

Do FSM passport holders need a Schengen visa to travel to Europe?

Accepted Answer

Yes. FSM passport holders require a Schengen visa to travel to Schengen Area countries, including Germany, France, Spain, and most EU member states. Schengen visa applications submitted at European embassies or VFS Global centres require a compliant 35×45mm ICAO biometric photo. The same photo format is also valid for the FSM passport application. ID Wizard produces a 35×45mm photo suitable for both.

Question 6

How recent must my FSM visa photo be?

Accepted Answer

Your visa photo must have been taken within the last 6 months and must clearly reflect your current appearance. Schengen embassies and FSM immigration may reject a photo that does not accurately represent your present appearance. ID Wizard produces your photo immediately, so it will always satisfy the recency requirement.

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