Getting a passport photo taken and printed can be a hassle, especially if you’re not sure where to go. In this article, we’ll explore the various options for printing passport photos in South Africa, including local stores and online services. We’ll also provide tips on how to print your own passport photos at home using a standard 4×6 inch photo paper.
Where to print digital passport photos in South Africa
If you already have a digital passport photo, there are several places in South Africa where you can get it printed:
- Kodak Express stores offer passport photo printing services at many of their locations across the country. You can bring in your digital photo on a USB drive or have them take your photo in-store.
- Postnet is another option, with over 300 stores in South Africa that provide ID and passport photo printing. They can print your digital photo while you wait.
- Many local pharmacies like Clicks and Dis-Chem also offer passport photo printing services. Call ahead to your nearest location to confirm.
- For the most convenient option, you can use an online passport photo service like Smartphone iD. Simply take your photos in our app and we’ll print and deliver them straight to your door.
How to print South African passport photos
If you want to print your own passport photos at home, follow these steps:
- Take a passport photo that meets the government requirements for sizing, background, attire, etc.
- Use a photo editing program to size the photo to 35x45mm.
- Arrange two copies of the sized photo on a 4×6 inch canvas, leaving enough blank space between and around them.
- Print the 4×6 sheet on good quality photo paper using a color printer.
- Carefully cut out the two individual passport photos using scissors or a paper trimmer.
How to print passport photos online in South Africa
The easiest and quickest way to get passport photos in South Africa is to use an online service like the Smartphone iD app. Here’s how it works:
- Download the Smartphone iD app for iOS or Android.
- Take your passport photo using the app’s guided interface to ensure it meets all the official requirements.
- Select the type and quantity of passport photos you need.
- Complete your order and pay securely via the app.
- We’ll professionally print your passport photos and deliver them to your address in just a few days.
Other online passport photo services in South Africa include:
- Wizardz.co.za, an online design service that can create and print passport photos from your uploaded picture
- Photodirect.co.za, where you can customize and order prints of your passport photo for delivery
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