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Norway Passport Photo Size and Requirements

Guide to the Norwegian passport photo: 35x45mm dimensions, light background rules, and how to make a compliant photo free and privately in your browser.

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How to use Norway Passport Photo

  1. 1Upload a clear, front-facing photo taken against a plain white or light grey background.
  2. 2Drag to frame your head within the 35×45mm crop guide.
  3. 3The photo is sized to exactly 413×531px at 300 DPI.
  4. 4Download your print-ready passport photo — nothing is uploaded.

Features

  • Photo dimensions of 35mm by 45mm (413 x 531 pixels at 300 DPI)
  • Plain white or light grey background with no shadows or objects
  • Neutral expression, mouth closed, and eyes open and clearly visible
  • Even lighting with no glare, reflections, or red-eye
  • Recent photograph reflecting your current appearance
  • No glasses where avoidable, and head coverings only for religious reasons

Norway passport photo size & rules

Norway, a Nordic country stretching along the western edge of the Scandinavian Peninsula with its dramatic fjords and long Atlantic coastline, requires a standardised photograph for every passport (pass) application. The photo must measure 35 millimetres wide by 45 millimetres tall, which is 413 by 531 pixels at 300 DPI, matching the ICAO biometric standard used across Europe.

Norwegian passports are issued by the Norwegian Police (Politiet), with applications made in person at a police station that offers passport services. Because Norway now captures biometric data at the station, many applicants have their photo taken there, but a compliant photo is still valuable for reference and for other documents. The image must show a neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and visible, against a plain white or light grey background with even, shadow-free lighting. Glasses are generally not permitted, and head coverings are accepted only for religious reasons.

You can create a compliant Norwegian passport photo right in your browser with this tool. All processing takes place locally on your own device, so no image is uploaded and your privacy is fully preserved, and the tool is free. Photo requirements may be revised over time, so always verify the current official rules with the Norwegian Police (Politiet) before submitting your passport application.

Frequently asked questions

What is the passport photo size in Norway?

The Norwegian passport photo must be 35mm wide by 45mm tall, equal to 413 by 531 pixels at 300 DPI, following the European biometric standard.

Where do I apply for a Norwegian passport?

Passports are issued by the Norwegian Police (Politiet), and you apply in person at a police station that provides passport services.

Is my photo taken at the police station?

Norway often captures your photo and biometrics at the station, but preparing a compliant photo in advance is useful for reference and for other official documents.

What background colour is required?

A plain white or light grey background is required. It must be uniform and free of shadows, patterns, or other objects.

Do I need to confirm the current rules?

Yes. Photo requirements can be updated, so always check the latest official rules with the Norwegian Police (Politiet) before submitting your application.

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