Preparing Your Danish Visitor Visa Photo
Getting a visa to Denmark requires specific application steps, including supplying a proper photo. Here is what you need to know about preparing your picture.
Official Size and Requirements
The Ministry says applicants must attach a passport photo no older than six months[1]. The general authority page does not state photo dimensions. A 35 by 45 mm print is a practical Schengen photo format, but confirm local instructions before applying.
The Ministry’s general page does not set a head-height requirement[1]. Check your local mission’s instructions to find out whether you need to submit a printed photo.
Check your application centre’s instructions to learn whether you need to submit a printed photo.
Biometrics and Photo Capture
At the Visa Application Centre, your photo is captured as biometric data. You must also attach a passport photo taken no more than six months before applying[1].
Check your application centre’s instructions for details about your application route[1].
At the Visa Application Centre, your photo is captured as biometric data[1].
Children and Age Exceptions
Applicants under 12 are exempt from providing biometrics[1].
However, local mission instructions may still require a submitted photo for young applicants even if biometrics are waived[1]. Check the rules for your child before you attend your appointment to make sure you bring all required items[1].
Check the local instructions before your child’s appointment to see whether a photo is required[1].
Taking Your Photo at Home
You can take a preliminary photo at home using a digital camera or smartphone before you visit a studio or centre. Face a bright window for even lighting, and keep the camera at eye level about one to one and a half meters away from your face. Have someone else take the picture rather than taking a selfie, because holding the camera at arm length distorts facial features.
If you want to crop your image to the correct dimensions easily, you can use the tool above. This helps you prepare a copy for other uses, check your framing, or rehearse your photo setup at home.
Make sure your background is plain and light-colored. Stand a bit away from the wall behind you to avoid harsh shadows, and turn off your camera flash to prevent red-eye and uneven lighting on your skin.
Printing and File Preparation
If your local mission requires a printed photo, follow its instructions for preparing and submitting it.
The general authority page does not state a photo file-size limit or background colour[1]. A 35 by 45 mm print is a practical Schengen photo format.
When cutting your printed photos out, use sharp scissors or a paper cutter to keep the edges straight. Handle the prints by the very edges to avoid smudging the ink with your fingers.
Common Reasons for Refusal
The Ministry says to attach a passport photo that is no more than six months old[1].
Check your local instructions to confirm whether you need to submit a separate printed photo.
Use a passport photo that is no more than six months old[1].
Frequently asked questions
What size is a Danish visitor visa photo?
The Ministry page does not state photo dimensions. A 35x45 mm print is a practical Schengen visa photo format, but check local instructions.
How old can the visa photo be?
The Ministry page states that a passport photo no older than six months must be attached[1].
Do children need a visa photo for Denmark?
Applicants under 12 are exempt from biometrics capture under stated conditions, but local mission instructions may require a submitted photo[1].
Where is my photo taken during the process?
Can I take the visa photo at home?
Yes, you can take a test photo at home to check your lighting and framing, but always confirm whether your local office needs a physical print or captures the final image digitally.