Baby Passport Photos
Take the stress out of family holidays. Get professional passport photos for newborns, toddlers, and kids in our shops!
HMPO-approved
400+ UK shops
No appointment needed
Professional passport photos for babies and kids
From newborns to teens, our shops offer perfect passport photos for kids of all ages.
Newborn Passport Photos
Getting passport photos for newborns has never been easier. We’ll get them comfy and relaxed, then take perfect photos that meet all the right rules. No drama, no stress.
Toddlers Passport Photos
Taking toddler passport photos is a real challenge at home. We’ll help stop any wriggling, make sure they’re happy, and take perfect photos for all 1- to 3-year-olds.
Kids Passport Photos
From infants to teens, passport photo rules become a little stricter. We’ll get your child in the right position and check that photos are HMPO-approved before you leave.
How to get baby passport photos near you
Get HMPO-approved baby and kids passport photos in just 3 simple steps. Children over 4 can also use our passport photo booths!
Visit our shops
No appointment needed, just bring your child to your local Max Spielmann shop whenever you’re ready.
Chat to our experts
Our in-store teams do this every single day. Tell us what you need, and we’ll take care of everything.
Get your photos
We’ll take the photo, check it’s HMPO-approved, and give you both printed and digital copies.
Stress-free baby passport pictures, ready in a flash
Every parent tries it once, but let’s face facts here. Taking baby passport photos at home is stressful, risky, and at least one of you will end up in tears.
It’s not just you. HMPO’s strict rules make things tricky, so you definitely don’t want to risk a rejected photo, a delayed application and, ultimately, a ruined holiday.
So bring your child to a Max Spielmann shop, and we’ll get them comfy, take perfect passport photos, and check they meet HMPO’s strict criteria! Ah, zero stress whatsoever.
ID photo printing prices explained
A complete breakdown of how much our ID photo prints cost in-store and online.
| Age | Eyes open | Look at camera | Neutral face |
|---|---|---|---|
| Under 1 | No | No | No |
| 1 to 5 | Yes | No | No |
| 6 to 10 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| 11 and over | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Kids' passport photos: what’s included for £12.99
Quick, easy and affordable. Visit our shops for professional, HMPO-approved kids' passport photos, and get all of this for just £12.99:
✔️ One price for all ages, from newborns to teens (and even adults)
✔️ 4 high-quality printed baby passport photos for postal applications
✔️ A digital photo code you can use for online passport applications
✔️ Electronic HMPO checks before you leave, to ensure it meets strict criteria
✔️ Free retakes if your baby passport photo is rejected
We’ll apply for your child’s first passport
For a small additional cost, we can complete your child’s entire passport photo application online (and save you an extra job when you get home).
This is our Apply & Go service. Once we’ve taken your child’s passport photo, our colleagues will complete their passport application, review your supporting documents, and send everything off for you.
Simply bring the right documents (link below) and we’ll do the rest!
Get baby passport photos near you
Visit our 400+ shops across the UK, including on the high street, inside shopping centres, and at your local Tesco and ASDA supermarkets!
Frequently asked questions about baby passport photos
How much are baby passport photos?
Baby passport photos are £12.99 in our shops. It’s the same price for newborns, toddlers, infants, teens and kids of all ages.
Where can I get baby passport photos near me?
Get professional baby passport photos at any of our 400+ shops across the UK, including those inside Tesco and ASDA supermarkets. No booking is required; simply check your nearest shop’s opening times and visit us whenever you’re ready!
What if HMPO rejects my baby passport photos?
It very rarely happens, but if your baby passport photos are rejected, then we’ll retake them completely free of charge.
Our in-store experts electronically check every child’s passport photo, so we make sure they meet HMPO’s latest rules before you take anything home!
Do you offer digital baby passport photos?
Yes. Every set of printed baby passport photos comes with a digital ID code, which you can use on your child’s online passport application. Simply enter the code when prompted, and the photo will be added to the application instantly (so there’s no need to post anything).
How long do baby passport photos take?
It usually takes just a few minutes for us to position your child, get them comfortable, and take their passport photo. However, some kids can take a little longer to get settled, so this means things might take a little longer!
There’s no need to make an appointment, just pop in when you’re ready!
Can I get baby passport photos at your passport booths?
No, our passport photo booths are not suitable for children under 4. Newborns and other young children need the support of our in-store colleagues, so you’ll need to visit a Max Spielmann shop for baby passport photos.
What should my child wear for their first passport photo?
Dark, solid colours work best for all passport photos, since they contrast so well with the light-coloured background. We’d advise against wearing anything with a hood, and leave any hats, headbands or dummies at home (or in the car).
What are the current baby passport photo requirements?
HMPO passport photo rules differ between ages, so the requirements are slightly more relaxed for newborns and other younger children. Under-1s don’t need to open their eyes, look at the camera or keep a neutral expression, whereas children over 6 are required to do all of those things.
Some kids' passport photo rules are consistent across all ages: a plain background, your child alone in the photo, no shadows, and nothing covering their face.
At what age can a baby have a passport photo taken?
From birth! There’s no minimum age for a baby passport photo, and newborn passport photos actually have the most relaxed rules.
Can I hold my baby in their passport photo?
You can support your child’s head if they’re under one, but your hand must remain completely hidden in the photo. Our colleagues will show you exactly how to do this, so you don’t have to worry!