Norwegian Visitor Visa Photo Guide
Prepare your photo for a Norwegian visitor visa application by following the photo requirements and checking whether your application location requires a printed photo.
Official Size and Dimensions
The visitor visa checklist says the photograph must comply with international standards[1]. A 35 × 45 mm (1.38 × 1.77 in) crop is a common practical size, not a size specified by these sources.
Check the checklist for your application location to confirm whether you need to bring a printed photo[1]. The sources do not specify a print size.
Who Takes the Photo and How to Submit
UDI says applicants do not need to bring a photo because the police or foreign service mission takes it at the appointment[2]. Some local checklists may request a printed photo, so check the instructions for your application location[1].
The visitor visa checklist says a photograph must comply with international standards[1]. Check your application location’s instructions to see whether you need to bring a printed photo.
Face Expression and Glasses
Your photo must show you with a neutral expression and your mouth closed[2]. You are not allowed to wear glasses in your visa photo[2].
Keep your eyes open and look straight at the camera so your face is clearly visible. Glasses are not allowed[2].
Head Coverings and Rules for Children
Headwear is permitted for religious or medical reasons only[2]. It must not hide your face.
Children also provide a facial photo at the visa application appointment[2]. Applicants under 12 do not give fingerprints[2].
Background and Lighting
UDI refers to international facial photo standards without stating a background color on its general photo page[2].
If you take a photo at home, use even lighting and place the camera at eye level. Ask someone to help take the picture.
Taking the Photo at Home
If you want to capture a draft photo at home, stand a short distance away from a neutral wall to prevent strong shadows. Avoid using direct overhead lights that create heavy dark spots under your eyes.
Use a helper instead of holding the camera yourself, as arm length can distort the proportions of your nose and forehead in the frame.
Before You Go
Check your application location’s instructions to see whether a printed photo is required[1]. A Norwegian visitor visa is a Schengen visa[1].
Arrive prepared for your scheduled appointment where authorities may capture your picture or fingerprints directly[2].
Preparing a Photo with the Tool Above
If you need to prepare a printed photo for a checklist, you can crop your picture using the tool above. Adjust your image so your head is centered and your shoulders fit nicely inside the frame.
Check the checklist for your application location to confirm whether and how to submit the photograph[1] before finalizing your prints.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring a photo for my Norwegian visitor visa?
Can I wear glasses in the photo?
No, glasses are not allowed in the photo[2].
What are the size requirements?
The visitor visa checklist requires a photograph that complies with international standards[1]. These sources do not specify a print size.
Do children need a photo?
Can I wear a head covering?
Headwear is permitted for religious or medical reasons only[2].