Getting identity photos in the UK

How to get a digital photo

1. take a photo during your application - you'll need someone to help you and a device that takes digital photos.
2. go to a photo shop before you apply and get a digital photo (some shops can also give you a code to add the photo to your application)

1. Can you take your own passport photo UK?
2. Who can verify passport photos UK?
3. Where can I get a digital photo for a passport?
4. Will my passport photo be rejected UK?
5. What is the best color to wear for passport photos?
6. Can you smile in a passport photo?
7. Do you need a countersignature for passport renewal?
8. Who can confirm Passport identity?
9. Can a countersignature have an expired passport?
10. Is there a photo booth in Tesco?
11. Can I take a digital photo with my phone?
12. Does the post office do digital passport photos?

Can you take your own passport photo UK?

In the UK we have the privilege of being able to take our own passport photographs. ... It's a cost, though, that can be quickly and simply avoided by setting up a shoot at home, working some Photoshop magic to your images, and printing on some decent quality photo paper at the correct passport photo dimensions.

Who can verify passport photos UK?

Who can sign your form and photo. Your countersignatory must: have known you (or the adult who signed the form if the passport is for a child under 16) for at least 2 years. be able to identify you, for example they're a friend, neighbour or colleague (not just someone who knows you professionally)

Where can I get a digital photo for a passport?

Your local Timpson store is now offering a high quality instant photo service, suitable for Passports and ID cards that only takes 2/3 minutes. Photographs are captured by expertly trained Timpson colleagues using Fujji's latest technology, specifically designed for document photography.

Will my passport photo be rejected UK?

HM Passport Office will not accept glossy or textured paper, as it may cause haze and glare and distort the image on screen. We will reject photos with watermarks that show up on the screen when scanned. Passport photos must be 45 millimetres (mm) high x 35mm wide.

What is the best color to wear for passport photos?

Wear a Color Other Than White

Your passport photo must have a plain white background, so if you wear a white shirt, it may blend into the background and leave you looking like a floating head.

Can you smile in a passport photo?

Can I smile in my passport photo? Yes, but it must be a natural, unexaggerated smile. Both your eyes must be open.

Do you need a countersignature for passport renewal?

Do you need a countersignature? The majority of people will be fine to submit their passport photos without a countersignature in the case of a renewal. However, there are occasions when you may need to enlist a person to authorise your identity.

Who can confirm Passport identity?

You can only confirm someone's identity if you: are 18 or over. live in the UK. have a current UK passport.
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For example:

• accountant.
• airline pilot.
• articled clerk of a limited company.
• assurance agent of recognised company.
• bank or building society official.
• barrister.
• chairman or director of a limited company.
• chiropodist.

Can a countersignature have an expired passport?

Any individual living in the UK, holding a valid, non-expired British Passport and has known the adult applicant or parent of the applicant (in case the applicant is a child), not just as a random professional, but as a friend or colleague for at least two years, is eligible to countersign a passport application.

Is there a photo booth in Tesco?

If you're looking for your next passport photo, you'll find a Max Spielmann photo booth at your local Tesco store.

Can I take a digital photo with my phone?

You can take your passport photo using any device that captures photo, whether that's your phone, a digital camera, or a tablet. Then find someone to take your picture. ... A tripod is optional, but may make it easier to keep the camera steady and level.

Does the post office do digital passport photos?

Our Digital Check & Send service costs £16.00. The fee includes your photo and delivery to the HM Passport Office. This is on top of the fee due to HM Passport Office (See below).