Guidance
Photo standards: caseworker guidance
Tells HM Passport Office staff about the quality, style and appearance required of passport photographs.
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This guidance tells HM Passport Office staff about the quality, style and appearance required of passport photographs in order to meet the standard set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO) and in what cases exceptions may be made.
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Published 7 February 2012
Last updated 25 March 2025
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Updated the guidance to version 36.0.
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Guidance updated as detailed on page 5.
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Updates to the guidance.
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Accessible version added.
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Updated document with minor formatting changes throughout.
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First published.