Have you tried applying for a Passport the easiest way? It’s well known that photo booths don’t always provide the best result. So why not try our handy Passport photo app, Smartphone iD?
Why take a photo by yourself at home?
For most people, it would seem obvious that taking a Passport photo by yourself at home saves time and effort, but it’s not only that.
At home you don’t need to stand in front of a professional photographer, nor feel the anxiety of getting it right with 3 takes in a photo booth. Instead, you can do unlimited shots to get the best look.
There is one risk though, if you choose to do it at home – it might not be accepted by the official authorities. And that’s the reason why you should try Smartphone iD app.
Not only it delivers the photo in the correct format with the right background color, but it also offers a photo check by a trained professional.
It’s cheaper than any other expert service provider on the market and offers a full refund if the photo is refused by the authorities.
How to take a photo?
Your smartphone’s rear-view camera has the best quality. These photos will turn out better than those in selfie mode. Nevertheless, with Smartphone iD app you can choose either camera.
Our all-in-one app will guide you through 4 simple steps for taking compliant UK Passport photo. Once you’re there, we’ll make sure they’re certified with our AI and biometrics team and send them straight back!
What are the biometric passport photo standards in the UK?
It can be intimidating to get a proper Passport photo in the UK. Especially when there are quite a lot of biometric standards that need to be met. Don’t worry! There are two ways you can go about this.
- Either visit the official government website and check the standards yourself (make sure that not only your photo has the right size, but also the head size corresponds to the requirements).
- OR you can let us do it for you. Using ‘Smartphone iD’, you’ll get all these biometric standards under check for you, so you can relax.
Passport Photo Format in the UK
- 35x45mm in size
- JPG file format
- Minimum resolution of 600 x 750
- Maximum file size of 10MB
- Less than a month old
- In colour, depicting your upper body and upwards
You can also simplify driving licence application by simply entering a photo code. You can get this code from a professional photographer, a photo booth located in the UK or Smartphone iD app.
This way we can send your photo in the valid format directly to the government system.
How to apply for passport in the UK?
If you want to be able to travel internationally from the UK, you’ll need to apply for a Passport. So before you make your holiday plans, consider whether you need to renew your Passport. You can pick up a Passport application form from a Post Office or apply online, It takes longer to apply by post than online. In addition, you’ll need a professional biometric photo to be able to apply successfully.
So how do you apply for a Passport in the UK Online?
- Navigate to the UK Passport application website
- Read the instructions
- Make sure you have an ID photo code for the online application
- Click ‘Start now’
- Fill in the application and pay the fee
You can use Smartphone iD to get a pre-approved digital Passport photo with an ID photo code included. It’s cheap, quick and secure.
Why do you need photo validation from an expert?
We all know that document renewal applications is a lengthy and tricky procedure. The smallest mistake leads to the extra time needed for clarification.
Invalid UK Passport photo is the number 1 reason for official document application rejections. If you have your photo pre-checked by a professionally trained expert, you eliminate possible rejection due to a bad photo.
In addition, did you know that different documents have varying photo criteria and standards? Needless to say, all this expertise is included in Smartphone iD service. You can be 100% confident that your UK Passport is in accordance with the UK government’s standards. If it isn’t? Then we’ll give you a full refund.
Why should you use the Smartphone iD app?
There are plenty of photo sizing tools online. But most of them don’t guarantee government acceptance, nor customer service in case of an unsuccessful photo.
What you really need is an all-inclusive service for the best price on the market! A service that provides expertise, fast photo formatting and professional delivery.
With the ‘Smartphone iD’ app, not only can you get certified UK digital Passport photos for £7.84, but you can also get professional-grade photographic prints for £3.31. All without having to go through a lengthy process like visiting a photo booth or studio!
How to use the Smartphone iD app?
With Smartphone iD app you don’t need to know any document parameters. Instead, simply take a photo through the app, choose UK Passport as your document type and receive successfully, verified photos within a few minutes.
Our great price and money-back guarantee will leave you feeling pleasantly surprised, not to mention the easy photo-taking process and no appointments!
