UK Passport Photo 35×45mm Maker & 8-Up 6×4" Print Sheet Studio
Save £10+ over high-street photo booths. Prepare HM Passport Office (HMPO) compliant 35×45 mm portraits with exact 29–34 mm crown-to-chin framing, optional UK soft-grey/cream backdrop tone, and an 8-photo 6×4" print sheet ready for Boots, Tesco, or home printers.
HM Passport Office (UK) Photo Dimensions & Biometric Rules
| HMPO Criterion | Official UK Requirement | 300 DPI Studio Spec |
|---|---|---|
| Cut Photo Dimensions | 35 mm wide × 45 mm high | 413 × 531 px @ 300 DPI |
| Crown to Chin Height | 29 mm to 34 mm | 7–13% crown / 74–82% chin bands |
| Background Colour | Plain cream or light grey (or clean off-white) | 1-click 'UK Soft Grey' #F7F8FA swatch |
| Glasses & Headwear | No glasses unless medically required; no shadows | Even indoor window light |
| 6×4" Postcard Yield | 8 cut-ready 35×45mm photos per sheet | 1800 × 1200 px @ 300 DPI |
UK High-Street Booths vs. 6×4" Postcard Sheet Savings
| UK Retailer | Passport Booth Price (4–5 Prints) | Standard 6×4" Kiosk Print (8 Prints) | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snappy Snaps | £11.99 – £14.99 | £0.50 – £0.99 standard 6×4" print | Save £11.00+ (92%) |
| Photo-Me Mall Kiosk | £8.00 – £10.00 | £0.45 Boots / CEWE instant 6×4" kiosk | Save £7.55+ (94%) |
| Max Spielmann / Tesco | £9.99 – £12.99 | £0.50 instant 6×4" glossy print | 8 prints for Passport, DVLA & Railcard |
How to Make Digital & Printed UK Passport Photos at Home
- Have someone photograph you 1.5 metres away in front of a plain pale wall in daylight (avoid selfie arms that tilt your shoulders).
- Open the UK 35×45mm preset above — notice the 'UK Soft Grey' backdrop swatch is pre-selected to match HMPO's preference for subtle contrast.
- Align your crown and chin inside the green bands (29–34 mm head height) and keep eyes level on the blue line.
- Download the single digital photo for GOV.UK online applications for free, or export the 8-up 6×4" sheet for postal applications, railcards, and driving licences.
Avoiding GOV.UK Automated Photo Check Warnings
- Harsh side shadow across one cheek: Face directly toward a window rather than standing sideways next to it.
- Pure bleached white clipping fair hair: Choose our 'UK Soft Grey (#F7F8FA)' swatch with moderate 35–45% Background Boost for crisp separation on blonde, grey, or light hair.
- Cropping too close to shoulders: HMPO requires visible upper shoulders below the chin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size are UK passport and driving licence photos?
Both UK passport photos and DVLA driving licence photos measure 35 mm wide by 45 mm high, with your head measuring between 29 mm and 34 mm from chin to crown.
Should a UK passport photo background be pure white or light grey?
HM Passport Office recommends a plain cream or very light grey background so facial edges stand out clearly. Our UK preset automatically selects a compliant #F7F8FA soft grey-white tone.
How much can I save printing an 8-up 6x4 sheet at Boots or Superdrug?
Instant photo booths typically charge £8–£12 for 4–5 prints, whereas printing a standard 6x4 inch postcard photo at a kiosk costs under £0.50 and yields 8 precision-trimmed photos.