Faroe Islands Residence Permit Photo Rules and Requirements
Get the correct photo size and format for your Faroe Islands residence permit application. Follow the official rules set by the authorities to prepare your picture properly.
Official Size and Head Measurements
The official size for a Faroe Islands residence permit photo, known as an Uppihaldsloyvi, is 35 by 45 millimetres[1][2]. In standard measurements, this is roughly 1.38 by 1.77 inches. Your head must occupy a precise proportion of this rectangular frame.
The official rules state that your head height must measure between 30 and 36 millimetres[2]. You must measure this exact distance starting from the bottom of your chin all the way up to the top of your head[2].
Útlendingastovan lists application forms for work and residence permits[1].
Background and Lighting Requirements
The official application appendix specifies a scanned, squarely facing 35 by 45 millimetre passport photo[2]. The official rules do not specify a required background colour for the image[2].
When you capture your picture at home, it helps to find a plain, light-coloured wall to use as a backdrop. Face a window to let natural light illuminate your face evenly without creating harsh shadows. Good lighting helps any scanner read your features clearly.
Keep your camera at direct eye level and stand about one to one and a half metres away from the lens. Ask someone else to take the photo for you rather than attempting a self-portrait, which can distort your features or angle your head incorrectly.
Glasses, Headwear, and Expressions
The official guidelines do not give specific rules regarding whether you can wear glasses in your residence permit photo[2]. They also leave requirements for headwear completely unspecified[2].
Similarly, the source documents do not list strict rules for facial expressions or whether your mouth must remain closed[2]. Even though these specific details are not explicitly restricted, you should look directly into the camera lens with a calm expression.
Make sure your facial features are completely unobstructed and clearly visible so the immigration staff can verify your identity without confusion.
Children and Family Applications
Útlendingastovan lists family and child residence application routes[1]. The cited photo instructions do not give separate infant photo rules[2].
If you need to submit a picture for a baby or a young child, you should still aim for the standard 35 by 45 millimetre size with the correct head proportions[2]. Try to capture the child facing forward with their eyes open and their head centered.
You can use the tool above to crop the picture to the proper dimensions before you print or prepare your files.
Preparing Your Digital File or Print
Photo submission requirements may depend on the application. The cited FO/SL1 form asks applicants to attach a photo to the form[2]. Check the instructions for your specific route[1].
The cited FO/SL1 form does not state digital photo file-size limits[2].
If your application requires a physical print, you can place your correctly cropped 35 by 45 millimetre photo onto a standard 4 by 6 inch photo sheet. You can then print this sheet out at any local photo kiosk just like an ordinary picture and cut it to size.
Common Reasons Photos Are Refused
The cited FO/SL1 appendix specifies a 35×45 mm photo and a head height of 30–36 mm[2].
Make sure you face the camera squarely and keep your shoulders level with the frame[2]. You can use the tool above to check your crop and size before you finalize your application materials.
Always confirm the current photo standards directly with the issuing office or organisation before you submit your paperwork[1][3].
Frequently asked questions
What is the exact photo size for a Faroe Islands residence permit?
What should the head height be in the photo?
The head height must measure between 30 and 36 millimetres from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head[2].
Is a specific background colour required?
The official application appendix does not specify a background colour, but using a plain, light-coloured wall works best[2].
Are glasses allowed in the photo?
The official guidelines do not mention specific rules regarding glasses[2].