UK passport photo checker
See if your image meets HMPO requirements with our online passport photo checker in 3 minutes or less.
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How Does Our Tool Check Passport Photos?
Uploading a non-compliant digital passport photo will likely result in rejection and undesirable application delays.
Luckily, you can avoid this by running your photo through our checker for passport photos, which will ensure your image meets all official UK passport photo requirements, including:
- Size: At least 600x750 pixels
- Photo composition: Visible head, shoulders, and upper torso (uncropped)
- Resolution: 600 DPI
- Quality: Not blurry or grainy
- Facial expression: Neutral with mouth closed and eyes fully open
- Lighting: Even lighting, no shadows, and proper exposure
- Background: Plain light-coloured
- Digital alterations: No edits
- Additional guidelines: Hair, attire, head coverings, glasses, and more
Additionally, we ensure your digital passport photo has the correct file format and size:
- JPG or JPEG
- 50KB–10MB
How to Use the PhotoAiD Passport Picture Checker
Verify your digital photo for a UK passport in four easy steps with our tool, PhotoAiD® for iOS or PhotoAiD® for Android:
1. Upload a photo
Upload a self-portrait from your device to our app or use the button below.
2. Wait for the AI verification
Our advanced AI algorithms will preliminarily check and adjust your photo’s size and background.
3. Wait for an expert check
To order a manual expert verification, select the ‘digital photo’ option (for £9.95). One of our experts will check if your passport photo is valid—the process won’t take more than a few minutes.
Note that our online passport photo checker suits adult and baby pictures.
4. Download a verified passport photo
We’ll email you your checked passport photo immediately after you place your order. You can then download the file and upload it to the application form online.
Suppose my photo doesn’t pass your check—what then?
Our photography experts meticulously evaluate all photos. If they find any issues with your self-portrait, we’ll reach out to you via email.
You’ll receive clear instructions on how to retake a passport photo. Then, using the attached link, you can upload a new image for free.
Remember that our customer support is available 24/7, so you’ll get feedback from us immediately.
What if HMPO rejects my passport photo?
In the unlikely scenario that a passport agent rejects the photo verified by us, you’ll be eligible for a 200% refund.
Should this happen to you, contact our customer support team, and we’ll respond shortly.
See What Our Customers Say
Over one million customers worldwide trusted our passport photo checker. We’ve compiled some highlights for you, but feel free to read more of them on our Trustpilot page:
Easy to use, had my pic reviewed and approved quickly, and most important, accepted by HMPO
Giovana Mutti (GB)
Needed passport photos. The photo I took wasn’t suitable. But the retouching and quality was excellent. There was a slight problem which was my fault but customer service was excellent. Fast efficient great quality would have no hesitation recommending
Roger Moore (GB)
App is very easy to navigate. I also appreciate how quick the photo uploading (I just snapped a selfie—while breastfeeding!) and verification are, plus how convenient the printing and delivery options are. Love how you’re in complete control of how you look, thanks to the unlimited retakes 😅. I am very satisfied with the final photo; it’s definitely waaaay better than the one I snapped at the post office’s photobooth (in under 2 stressful minutes 😬) Now just waiting for my prints to be delivered!
Lulu E. (GB)
Why Use the PhotoAiD® Passport Photo Checker?
Get comfy at home, grab your phone, and snap a few pictures. End up with a result you’re 100% satisfied with!
Independence
No need to drive or wait in line. Take a photo wherever you are with only your smartphone.
Trusted service
Over a million users worldwide, 18 million photos processed, and thousands of 5-star reviews on TrustPilot.
Professional support
Questions or doubts about your photos? Our photography experts and support agents will be happy to help you out.
Acceptance guarantee
Once you place your order, our AI and human expert will verify your photo to ensure it's 100% compliant.
Frequently asked questions
To guarantee acceptance, opt for a manual passport photo check with PhotoAiD®. Our photography experts (available 24/7) will verify your photo against all official requirements and help you retake a correct photo (if needed).
You can check your photo for a passport with PhotoAiD®. You’re guaranteed your image will meet all HMPO requirements, including size, or you’ll get a refund.
When the passport office rejects your photo, you’ll have to provide a new one to continue the application.
You can avoid the delays by checking your passport photo online before applying.
While there might be free passport photo checkers, they don’t guarantee compliance with HMPO requirements. A paid option like PhotoAiD®, however, comes with manual verification by a photography expert to ensure your photo gets accepted.
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