How to get a digital passport photo near you
Get HMPO-approved digital passport photos for renewals and brand-new applications.
Passport Photos In-Store
Our in-store experts will take your passport photo, check it meets HMPO’s criteria, and give you both printed and digital copies.
Passport Photo Booths
Print a set of high-quality passport photos at our handy photo booths. Your printed photos include a digital photo code!
Passport Photos Online
Take your own photo and print passport photos online. These prints don’t include a digital code, and we can’t check them with HMPO!
Take professional digital passport photos with us
Whether it’s a renewal or your first passport, getting perfect digital passport photos has never been easier
Instant Passport Photos
Take professional-quality passport photos in a matter of moments. We make things so quick and easy!
Digital Photo Code
Along with a set of 4 printed copies, your passport photos include a digital code for online applications.
Approved By HMPO
Our experts check that your passport photos meet HMPO’s strict criteria and are likely to be accepted.
Satisfaction Guaranteed
We’ll retake your passport photo up to 10 times, so you’ll always get a photo you’re 100% happy with.
Passport Photos For All
Get digital passport photos for babies, kids and over 140 international passports in our shops.
Apply & Go
After taking your passport photo, we can help you complete your application (more info below).
Complete your online passport application with Apply & Go
What is Apply & Go?
Apply & Go is an optional service where we’ll complete your online passport application for you. So you’ll have one less thing to worry about when you get home!
This service is available exclusively in Max Spielmann shops. After taking your passport photo, our in-store colleagues will complete and submit your passport application there and then.
How do I use Apply & Go?
1. Find your nearest Max Spielmann shop using our handy Store Locator.
2. Read our documents checklist here to make sure you bring everything you need. If it’s a passport renewal, you’ll just need to bring your old passport.
3. Get digital passport photos taken at your nearest Max Spielmann shop.
4. We’ll check that your digital passport photos are approved by HMPO.
5. For a small extra cost, we’ll complete and submit your online passport application.
What is a digital passport photo?
A digital passport photo is simply a digital copy that you can easily upload to your online application.
Your printed passport photos will feature a digital photo code, which you simply need to enter when applying online. Your digital passport photo will instantly be added to your application and then checked by HMPO.
There’s no need to post anything, so digital passport photos make renewing your passport quicker and easier than ever!
Our passport photo tips and tricks
These expert guides will help you take perfect passport photos every single time.
What are the rules for digital passport photos?
Taking a perfect digital passport photo isn’t easy, which is why we recommend getting yours professionally done in our shops or photo booths (instead of trying with your phone).
We’ll worry about all the confusing HMPO rules and regulations, but click the link below for a list of the most important passport photo requirements - so you know what to expect.
Frequently asked questions about digital passport photos
How much are your digital passport photos?
In our shops, digital passport photos start at £12.99 for UK passports - and it’s the same price for adults and kids. Digital passport photos for international passports and visas start at £14.99.
Passport photo prices are slightly lower at our photo booths. It’s just £10 for a set of passport photos, but please be aware that our booths are not suitable for babies and toddlers.
Where can I get digital passport photos?
You can get professional digital passport photos in all of our shops and photo booths.
When you visit a shop, our in-store experts will take your passport photo and quickly check that it will be approved by HMPO. You’ll always receive a set of 4 printed passport photos and a digital photo code.
When you use our photo booths, simply follow the on-screen instructions to ensure your photo meets HMPO’s criteria. These printed passport photos will also include a digital code, so you’ll have everything you need for both postal and online passport applications.
How do I use digital passport photos?
Digital passport photos are used for online passport applications. During the application process, simply enter your unique digital photo code when you’re asked for it!
Will I also receive printed passport photos?
Yes, we still offer printed passport photos for postal applications. You’ll always receive a set of 4 printed passport photos, along with a digital photo code in case you decide to apply for your passport online instead.
What if my digital passport photos are rejected?
It’s very unlikely your digital passport photos will be rejected, as our in-store experts will electronically check that they’ll be accepted by HMPO. If they are rejected for any reason, then simply come back to our shop and we’ll retake your photo free of charge.
If you’ve used one of our passport photo booths instead, please contact us so that we can find a solution.
Can I download my digital passport photo?
Yes, we can share digital copies of your passport photos via email, so that you can download them at home.
Alternatively, when you enter your digital code during the online application process, you can simply right-click on the image and save it on your computer.
Can I take my own passport photos at home?
Yes, you can take your own passport photo at home and order passport photos online. However, we don’t recommend this option, as we can’t check your photos or guarantee they’ll be accepted by HMPO.
Our online passport photos also don’t include a digital code, so you cannot use them for online passport applications. Instead, you’ll get a set of 6 printed passport photos, which are only suitable for postal passport applications.