Swedish passport photo (35×45 mm)

Official Size and Application Process

The Swedish Police Authority does not publish a physical print size for Swedish passport photos^[2]. A 35×45 mm (1.38×1.77 in) crop is a common studio size, not an official requirement.

The applicant must attend a police passport office, where the photo is taken^[1].

You can use the tool above to rehearse, check a photo, or prepare a copy for other personal uses, though the authority still captures the official image during your appointment.

Background and Lighting Requirements

Getting the lighting right is an important part of any passport application preparation. The Swedish Police Authority specifies a light background, evenly lit face, and no shadows or distracting background elements^[2]. You want to make sure your face is bright and clear without harsh dark spots behind you or on your clothing.

When you use the tool above, you can crop your own test pictures to check the framing and lighting before your visit to the station. Avoid patterned walls, bright colors, or anything that draws attention away from your face and shoulders.

Good lighting helps the system see your features clearly without any interference from dark environments.

Expression and Facial Features

Your face must show a neutral expression when the camera clicks^[2]. Do not smile, frown, or open your mouth wide. Keep your eyes open and looking straight toward the camera lens so your gaze is direct.

Keep a neutral expression and make sure your face is visible^[2].

Take your time to check these details before you submit or save any practice images on your personal devices.

Glasses and Eye Visibility

Glasses are allowed conditionally^[2]. The source does not specify rules about frame thickness or tinted lenses, so check the police guidance if you are unsure.

The cited facts say glasses are allowed conditionally^[2], but do not specify a rule about reflections or medical reasons for wearing them.

Head Coverings and Religious Rules

Headwear is permitted only for religious or medical reasons^[2]. If you wear a head covering for these reasons, it must not hide any part of your face from your chin to the top of your forehead.

Headwear is allowed only for religious or medical reasons^[2]. The supplied facts do not say that hairbands are prohibited or give the additional face-coverage rule stated here.

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Rules for Children and Infants

Taking children to get a passport requires some extra planning and attention to travel rules. Children, including newborns, must attend the passport office in person and are photographed there^[2].

The staff at the office will take the picture for the child's passport during your scheduled appointment. Children under six are exempt from fingerprints, but they still need to be present for the photo^[1][2].

You do not need to bring a pre-printed photo from home for your baby or toddler since the station handles the capture.

Digital Submission and Office Visits

The photograph is captured digitally for the passport directly at the police station^[2]. You do not submit a paper print or a digital upload file yourself because the staff handles the capture on site^[1][2].

Since the authority takes the photo itself, your home preparations are mostly for practice and personal use. You can use the cropping tool to prepare copies for other personal needs or identification documents that accept home prints.

Always check the official police website for the latest updates on booking your appointment and bringing the correct documents.