HOW TO:  TAKE PASSPORT PHOTOS AT HOME

ALBION GOULD

Before getting started, make sure to check the guidelines of the country you need! 

TIP 1

A well lit space is super important. We took our passport photos in the room with the best natural light! We also used a lighting kit, but you don't have to. 

TIP 2

Clothing needs to be simple–no loud patterns, designs, characters or logos, etc. Check the requirement for glasses as well! 

TIP 3

If you need to take a baby or toddler’s photo and they can’t/won’t sit up straight, lay them down on a plain sheet. Make sure it’s as unwrinkled as possible.

TIP 4

Size your photos appropriately in Lightroom (or any editing software). As always, the size requirements are listed on the passport website.

TIP 5

Print the photos and carefully cut them out, making sure all of the lines are exactly straight! 

Time to send them off and wait for your new passports! 

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