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Danish Passport Photo — Online, Approved First Time

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Danish Passport photo requirements

Print size35 × 45 mm at 300 DPI
Head height67–80% of photo height
Backgroundlight-grey
  • Chin-to-crown 30–36mm (67–80%) of photo height
  • Background may be light grey or light blue — both are officially accepted
  • Single person only, centered, straight-on; glasses lenses must be untinted and non-reflective
  • Head coverings allowed only for religious reasons — forehead, chin, and cheekbones must stay visible

Requirements verified against the official authority: politi.dk

Danish Passport photo — frequently asked questions

What size does a danish passport photo need to be?

35×45mm at 300 DPI.

What background do I need for a Denmark danish passport?

The background must be light grey, plain, and evenly lit with no shadows or patterns.

How much of the photo should my head take up?

Your head (chin to crown) should fill 67–80% of the photo's height.

What else rejects a danish passport photo?

Chin-to-crown 30–36mm (67–80%) of photo height Background may be light grey or light blue — both are officially accepted Single person only, centered, straight-on; glasses lenses must be untinted and non-reflective Head coverings allowed only for religious reasons — forehead, chin, and cheekbones must stay visible

Can I use a selfie or a photo from my phone?

Yes — take the photo against a plain wall in good, even light, then upload it. Our AI detects your face and crops it to the exact Denmark spec automatically; nothing is uploaded to a server.

How much does a danish passport photo cost?

$14.99, one-time, for the compliant digital file and a print-ready version. No subscription.

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