Danish Child Passport Photo Rules and Sizes
If you need a passport for your child in Denmark, your photo must follow strict official rules set by the police. You can use the tool above to crop your photo to the correct size and make a printable sheet[1][2].
Official Size and Head Measurements
A Danish child passport photo must be 35 by 45 mm (about 1.38 by 1.77 inches)[1][2].
The head must measure 30 to 36 mm from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head[1][2].
Background and Lighting Requirements
Use a uniform, light-coloured background without patterns. Police examples include light blue and light grey. A contrasting background is needed for white- or light-haired people and people wearing light-coloured headscarves[2].
Good lighting helps you meet these background rules without shadows. Try to place your child facing a bright window with soft, even daylight on their face. Avoid harsh overhead lights that cast dark shadows under the nose or chin. If you hold the camera yourself, keep it steady and level with your child's face at a comfortable distance.
Face, Expression, and Glasses
The child must show a neutral expression with their mouth closed when the picture is taken[1][2]. Smiling, frowning, or opening the mouth to talk can cause the application to be refused. Both eyes must be open and looking directly at the camera lens so the face is fully visible.
Glasses are allowed only if they do not hide the eyes and the lenses are clear[2]. Headwear is permitted for religious or medical reasons only[2].
Rules for Infants and Small Children
Taking pictures of babies and toddlers can be challenging, but the rules remain strict. The police state that the same photo rules apply to children, including infants[1][2]. Every requirement for lighting, background, and head size is just as important for a newborn as it is for an adult.
The municipality may decide that some requirements can be waived in special cases[1][2]. Ask your municipality how to proceed if taking the photo is difficult.
Taking Your Photo at Home
You can take the picture at home using a digital camera or a smartphone. Ask another person to help position the child while you focus on the lighting and background. Keep the camera lens at eye level about one to one and a half meters away to avoid any lens distortion on the face.
You can use the tool above to crop the picture to 35 by 45 mm and arrange it on a 4 by 6 inch print sheet.
Printing and Submitting Your Application
Applications are handled by municipalities. Whether the municipality takes the photo or accepts a suitable print varies, so check its procedure before applying[1][2].
If your municipality accepts printed photos, you can print your prepared 4 by 6 inch photo sheet at a local photo kiosk. Always confirm the local procedure with your specific municipality before you submit the final paperwork to avoid delays in getting your child's travel document[2].
Frequently asked questions
What is the correct size for a Danish child passport photo?
What are the rules for the background colour?
Are glasses allowed in the photo?
Glasses are conditional, meaning they are only permitted if the frames do not obscure the eyes and the lenses are clear[2].