Denmark passport photo
Denmark passport photo requirements: 35 × 45 mm. Check background, head position, expression, glasses and print or digital format. Official document-specific guidance
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What this page covers
This page summarizes the photo rules for Denmark passport photo. The main print format is 35 × 45 mm.
Use the checklist below to confirm background, face position, glasses and lighting, then prepare the file online with PhotoDocs.
The reference source for this profile is Danish National Police.
Source and verification
This page follows document-specific public guidance published by Danish National Police.
Official Danish passport photo rules were verified on 2026-04-13. The police page and official PDF require a 35 × 45 mm photo, face height 30-36 mm, eyes positioned 4-10 mm below the horizontal centreline, full-face view and a plain light background.
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Photo requirements
How to take this photo correctly
- Start with a recent, sharp portrait for Denmark passport photo.
- Keep the pose aligned with the rule: Full-face, looking straight at the camera, with head and shoulders fully visible.
- Use a clean setup that matches the required background: Plain light background, for example light blue or light grey.
- Check eyewear before submission: The frames must not cover the eyes; lenses should be clear and free from glare.
Common reasons this photo gets rejected
- The background does not match the rule: Plain light background, for example light blue or light grey.
- The head is tilted, too close to the edge or cropped too tightly.
- Glasses, glare, hair or shadows make the eyes hard to see.
- The facial expression does not match the rule: Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible.