🇬🇧 UK Passport Guide · Last verified: February 2026
Photo-Me Booth UK — Passport Photos at Train Stations and Supermarkets
Photo-Me runs a large network of UK passport booths — stations, Post Offices, supermarkets, shopping centres. Official UK passport rules: gov.uk — photos for passports.
Written by the pixid.studio team · February 2026
Quick facts
| Typical price | £10–£12 (prints + code on newer booths) |
| Walk-in | Yes |
| Locations | Rail stations, Post Office, supermarkets |
| Find a booth | photo-me.co.uk — Booth Finder |
How it works
- Enter the booth, select UK Passport
- Follow positioning prompts; take and pick your best shot
- Add phone or email for your photo code where supported
- Pay (card, contactless, or coins) and collect prints + receipt
Newer booths usually support a code for online passport applications. Older units may be print-only — check the operator’s booth finder filters.
Price comparison (indicative)
| Service | Price | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Photo-Me booth | £10–£12 | Often yes |
| Max Spielmann (Tesco/Asda) | £6–£8 | Yes |
| Timpson | ~£12.99 | Yes |
When Photo-Me wins: early/late hours at stations, no supermarket trip. Use staffed services for babies or if you want a retake guarantee.
Compliant UK digital JPEG — upload yourself
Get My Photo — $4.99Frequently asked questions
How much is Photo-Me?
Typically £10–£12 including prints; newer booths often include a digital code.
Photo code?
Most newer booths yes. Filter for digital/code-capable booths on the operator site.
Baby photos?
Not ideal — fixed stool. Prefer Timpson, Snappy Snaps, or home + PixID.