UK Immigration: photographic guidance

As insignificant as one may think, submitting the right passport photos is essential for the successful outcome of an application. According to the policy guidance, the photos must comply with the following criteria:

  • be taken within the last month
  • be undamaged (not torn, creased or marked)
  • be free from reflection or glare on spectacles,
  • be free from “redeye”
  • be free from airbrushing or similar enhancement
  • be taken of the full head, without any covering unless worn for religious or medical reasons
  • be printed professionally or taken in a passport photo booth
  • have the person’s full name on the back of each photograph.