Passport, Visa and ID Photos for Svalbard and Jan Mayen
The documents covered here are Norwegian documents. Check the relevant Norwegian authority’s instructions for photo requirements before preparing a photo.
Documents Covered on This Page
This page covers several official documents for Svalbard and Jan Mayen. You can prepare photos for the Norwegian passport, the Norwegian baby passport, and the Norwegian national ID card[1][2].
The site also covers the Norwegian residence card, the Norwegian visitor visa, and the Norwegian driving licence[3][4][5]. Each of these documents relies on official standards set by Norwegian authorities.
Passport and National ID Card Photos
The cited Police page does not specify a 35×45 mm photo that applicants bring for a Norwegian passport or national ID card[1]. Check the Police instructions for the application process.
The cited Police page does not establish that applicants must bring printed photos or use a 35×45 mm print[1]. Follow the Police instructions for your appointment.
Baby and Newborn Passport Photos
For babies and newborns, follow the Norwegian Police instructions for passport photos[2]. The cited page does not establish the 35×45 mm size claimed here.
The cited page does not establish that infant head height is unspecified or that applicants must submit a printed photo[2]. Follow the Police instructions for baby passport applications.
Taking a photo of a newborn can take patience, so you can take multiple shots at home with good lighting before formatting them.
Residence Cards and Visitor Visas
The cited UDI page does not establish a 35×45 mm photo, a head-height rule, or a printed-photo requirement for residence cards[3]. Check UDI’s instructions for the relevant application.
The cited source does not establish the photo size, head-height rule, or both-format submission claim stated here[4]. Check the instructions for the visa application you are making.
Driving Licence Photos
The cited driving-licence page does not establish a 35×45 mm photo size or a head-height rule[5]. Follow the instructions for ordering your licence.
The cited page does not establish that both printed and digital photo submissions are accepted[5]. Follow the instructions for your application or renewal.
Common Size and Submission Rules
All the documents listed on this page share a common size of 35×45 mm, which means there is a common size used across these applications[1][2][3][4][5]. However, the head height is not set across all these categories in the official guidelines[1][2][3][4][5].
Some applications require printed photos only, while others accept both printed and digital versions[1][2][3][4][5]. Always verify whether your specific application requires a physical print or an electronic upload to avoid delays.
Practical Tips for Your Photo
When you take your photo at home, face a bright window for even natural light. Avoid shadows on your face or on the background behind you.
Ask someone else to take the picture instead of holding the camera yourself. Keep the camera at eye level about one to one and a half meters away from your face.
Frequently asked questions
What size do I need for a Svalbard and Jan Mayen passport photo?
The official photo size is 35×45 mm[1].
Can I submit a digital photo for a Norwegian passport?
No, passports require printed photos submitted at the police station[1].
What is the head height requirement for these official photos?
Are baby passport photo rules different?
Baby passport photos also use the 35×45 mm size with the head height not set, and they must be submitted as printed copies[2].
How do I format my photo at home?
You can use the tool above to crop your image to 35×45 mm and create a printable sheet for an ordinary photo kiosk.