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UK Passport Photo Online

HMPO Compliant • 35 x 45mm

Create UK passport photos that meet all HM Passport Office requirements. Get the digital file for online renewal and print-ready sheet for postal applications.

35 x 45mm 600 x 750 pixels Guaranteed Accepted

Create UK Passport Photo – $3.99

UK Passport Photo Requirements

Size Specifications

Print size: 35 x 45mm (1.4 x 1.8 inches)
Digital size: 600 x 750 pixels minimum
Head height: 29-34mm (chin to crown)
Aspect ratio: 7:9 (width to height)

Photo Guidelines

Background: Plain cream or light grey
Expression: Neutral, mouth closed
Glasses: Not allowed
Recency: Taken within last month

Full specifications from gov.uk passport photo rules.

Why UK Passport Photos Get Rejected

Wrong background colour

Must be plain cream or light grey

Wearing glasses

Remove all eyewear including clear lenses

Shadows on face or background

Use even lighting, no harsh shadows

Head size incorrect

Face must be 29-34mm chin to crown

Red eye or glare

Avoid flash reflecting in eyes

Photo too old

Must be taken within last month

IDPicly AI automatically checks for these issues. Was your photo rejected? See our rejection fix guide.

UK vs US Passport Photo: Key Differences

Requirement	UK	US
Photo size	35 x 45mm	51 x 51mm (2x2")
Background	Cream or light grey	White only
Digital pixels	600 x 750	600 x 600
Photo age limit	1 month	6 months

IDPicly automatically applies the correct specifications for each country.

What You Get for $3.99

Digital Photo File

600 x 750 pixels JPEG
For online passport renewal
Upload to gov.uk portal

Print-Ready Sheet

Multiple 35x45mm photos
Print at any photo store
For postal applications

Compare to store prices: full pricing comparison.

UK Passport Photo FAQ

What are the UK passport photo requirements?▼

UK passport photos must be 35mm x 45mm (1.4 x 1.8 inches). Head height 29-34mm from chin to crown. Plain cream or light grey background. Neutral expression, mouth closed. No glasses allowed. Photo must be taken within the last month.

Can I take my own UK passport photo at home?▼

Yes. HM Passport Office accepts photos taken at home if they meet all requirements. Use IDPicly to ensure proper sizing, background, and face positioning. We follow official gov.uk specifications exactly.

What size is a UK passport photo in pixels?▼

For digital applications, UK passport photos should be at least 600x750 pixels. The aspect ratio must be 7:9 (width:height). IDPicly automatically generates the correct pixel dimensions.

How much does a UK passport photo cost?▼

Photo booths charge £5-8. High street shops charge £10-15. IDPicly costs $3.99 (about £3.20) for digital + print files. Print at any photo store for pennies.

Will my IDPicly photo be accepted by HMPO?▼

Yes, with our 100% acceptance guarantee. IDPicly AI follows exact gov.uk specifications. If rejected for a technical reason related to our processing, you get a full refund.

Official Sources

All specifications on this page are verified from official UK government sources:

GOV.UK - Get a passport photo
Official photo requirements from HM Passport Office
GOV.UK - Digital photo rules
Rules for uploading digital passport photos

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