Indeed, Schengen Visa Information System has a wide range of functions. Functions of Schengen Visa Information System (VIS) It has the ability to match biometric data, most especially fingerprints.īesides, Schengen VIS helps to link consulates in non-European Union countries with all external borders of countries in the Schengen Area. Schengen Visa Information System is an IT system that makes it possible for the 26 countries in Schengen Area to transmit data relating to visa applicants for identification and verification purposes. On the police’s website, you can see the requirements for facial photos along with examples (external website) (only available in Norwegian).About the Schengen Visa Information System (VIS)

The headgear must not be so tight as to alter the natural shape of the face. The headgear must not cover any part of the face or more of the head than necessary. *a person may, for religious or other special reasons, for example, in case of illness, wear headgear in the photograph when it is anticipated that the person concerned will be wear ing similar headgear when ever presenting the document, ID, etc. Scarves, bags and outerwear are to be removed before being photographed.The face of the passport applicant must be photographed from the front.Glasses and headgear* are not to be worn.The facial expression must be neutral, and the mouth closed.The eyes are to be directed towards the camera 's lens.Both eyes, both eyebrows and both ears must be entirely visible.The facial photo must show the individual’s face as it looks today.The requirements for photographs for visas, residence permits and travel documents are the same as for facial photographs in passports and national ID cards. The photo that the police or the foreign service mission takes of you must meet specific requirements so that you can be easily recognised. If you are granted a residence permit in Norway, the police will take a new photo of you for your residence card if you submit your application at a foreign station.

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