Norway Schengen visa photo requirements
Norway uses the shared Schengen photo standard — 35 × 45 mm, ICAO biometric framing, plain light background. This page covers the photo standard plus how Norway consulates handle Schengen visa applications: where to apply, processing times, fees and consulate-level handling.
Quick answer
35 × 45 mm photo · VFS Global in most markets · €90
Prepare a 35 × 45 mm biometric photo on a plain light background. Apply through Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) + VFS Global / Nordic representation. Standard fee €90, €45 for children 6–12. Processing time 15 calendar days standard. Last reviewed .
Application route
| Issuing authority | Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) + VFS Global / Nordic representation |
|---|---|
| Visa application centre | VFS Global in most markets |
| Processing time | 15 calendar days standard |
| Standard fee | €90 |
| Reduced fee | €45 for children 6–12 |
| Application languages | Norwegian, English |
| Official portal | Norway short-stay visa portal ↗ |
Photo specification
Schengen 35 × 45 mm. The Norwegian UDI portal applies an automated geometry check on upload.
| Size | 35 × 45 mm |
|---|---|
| Head height | 70–80% of frame height (32–36 mm chin-to-crown) |
| Background | plain light grey or off-white, even illumination |
| Pose | Front-facing, head level, both ears typically visible |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible |
| Glasses | Strongly discouraged; remove for the shot. See full rules → |
| Head covering | Religious coverings allowed when facial features remain fully visible |
| Age of photo | Taken within the last 6 months |
Norway consulate handling
Norway is Schengen but not EU. UDI applications run through a fully digital portal, and photo checks are performed automatically before the appointment is confirmed.
Norway national document photos
Frequently asked questions about Norway Schengen visa photos
What size is the Norway Schengen visa photo?
35 × 45 mm. Norway uses the shared Schengen biometric photo standard — the same as every other Schengen state. The head must occupy 70–80% of the frame height with a plain light background.
Where do I apply for a Norway Schengen visa?
Apply through the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI) + VFS Global / Nordic representation. Norway is Schengen but not EU. UDI applications run through a fully digital portal, and photo checks are performed automatically before the appointment is confirmed.
How long does Norway take to process a Schengen visa?
15 calendar days standard. First-time applicants and applications submitted during peak travel seasons tend to fall toward the upper end of this window.
What does the Norway Schengen visa cost?
Standard fee €90, €45 for children 6–12. Some markets add a VAC service fee on top of the consular fee paid to VFS Global in most markets.
Can I wear glasses in a Norway Schengen visa photo?
Norway follows the shared Schengen baseline: glasses are strongly discouraged because of glare and frame-related rejection risk. The safest choice at every consulate is to remove glasses before the shot.
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Prepare your Norway Schengen visa photo
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