Passport Photos Near Me — UK Guide 2026

UK Passport Guide · Last verified: February 2026

The fastest places to get UK-compliant passport photos near you — with prices, photo codes, and the one thing most people don't know: the cheapest option is to take the photo yourself and print it at a local kiosk for under £1.

Quick comparison — all UK options

Where	Price	Prints	Photo code	Walk-in
Timpson	£12.99	4–6	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Max Spielmann / Tesco kiosk	£6–£8	4	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Snappy Snaps	£13–£16	4	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Post Office (Check & Send)	£16 (includes service)	Yes	✅ Yes	Appointment recommended
Asda photo booth	£6–£7	4	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Morrisons photo booth	£5–£7	4	Sometimes	✅ Yes
Sainsbury's photo booth	£8–£10	5	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Boots (print only)	£0.27–£0.55	Self-print	❌ No	✅ Yes
PixID + local print	~£4–5	Self-print	❌ No (upload yourself)	N/A

What is a photo code — and do you need one?

A photo code is a short alphanumeric code linked to your photo in HMPO's system. You enter it during your online passport renewal instead of uploading a file.

You need a photo code if: you're using the online passport renewal service at passport.service.gov.uk and don't want to upload a file yourself.

You don't need a photo code if: you're making a paper application (postal), or you're comfortable uploading a JPEG file yourself during online renewal.

Timpson, Max Spielmann, Snappy Snaps, Asda, and Post Office all provide photo codes. PixID generates a JPEG you upload yourself — no code, but full HMPO compliance.

Best option by situation

Need a photo code for online renewal → Timpson

900+ locations, walk-in, £12.99, includes prints and code. Staff check compliance before you leave.

Cheapest in-store with code → Asda or Morrisons photo booth

£5–£7, includes 4 prints and photo code, self-service. Available during supermarket hours (often 7am–11pm).

Best quality, professional service → Snappy Snaps

Trained photographer, not a booth. Manual photography rather than automated. £13–£16. Good for babies, children, or anyone who needs extra guidance.

Cheapest overall → PixID + local print

Take a compliant photo at home with PixID (around £4 at current exchange), upload to bootsphoto.com or Tesco Photo and print a 6×4 sheet for £0.15–£0.27. Cut to 35×45 mm. No photo code — upload your JPEG directly to the passport portal.

How to find the nearest option

Timpson: timpson.co.uk → Store Finder → filter "Passport Photos"

Post Office: postoffice.co.uk → Branch Finder → filter "Passport Applications"

Max Spielmann at Tesco/Asda: most large Tesco and Asda supermarkets have Max Spielmann booths near the entrance

Snappy Snaps: snappysnaps.co.uk → Find a Branch (mainly city centres and high streets)

Photo-Me booths: photo-me.co.uk → Booth Finder (train stations, supermarkets)

UK passport photo requirements — reminder

Size: 35×45 mm
Background: light grey or cream — not white
Head height: 29–34 mm from chin to crown
Recency: taken within the last month (not 6 months)
Glasses: not permitted (since November 2022)
Countersignature: required for first adult passport, child passports

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get a passport photo near me in the UK?

Timpson (900+ locations), Max Spielmann booths at Tesco and Asda, Snappy Snaps, Photo-Me booths at train stations, Post Office, and Sainsbury's photo booths. Use each chain's store finder with your postcode.

How much is a passport photo in the UK?

Self-service booths: £5–£10. Professional in-store service (Timpson, Snappy Snaps): £12–£16. Post Office Check & Send: £16 (includes document check service). PixID + print: approximately £4–5 total.

Do I need a photo code for my UK passport?

Only for online renewal at passport.service.gov.uk if you prefer not to upload a file yourself. Many chains (Timpson, Max Spielmann, Asda, Post Office) provide a code alongside your printed photos. For paper applications, no code is needed.

What is the cheapest way to get a UK passport photo?

Morrisons photo booth: £5–£7 including prints and sometimes a code. Or: take a photo at home using PixID and print at Boots or Tesco Photo for £0.15–£0.27 — cheapest total if you don't need a photo code.

Can I take my own UK passport photo?

Yes. The HMPO allows self-taken photos for online applications. The photo must be a JPEG meeting HMPO specifications (35×45 mm equivalent, light grey background, 600×750+ pixels, taken within 1 month). Take in standard camera mode — no portrait mode or beauty filters.