Walk in service in Morgan Arcade
Passport and ID photos in Cardiff city centre
Photographed by a professional, checked by our editor and printed in store. No appointment is needed, and every set includes an emailed download code.
Our in store promise
Taken, checked and printed by us
We only print passport and ID photographs that our own team has taken. That means we can check the lighting, focus, background, expression and crop before anything is printed.
Camera Centre UK reports a 99.99% pass rate. If an authority rejects your photograph because of the photograph itself, bring the rejection back and we will retake it free of charge.
Choose your document
See the photograph format
Select an application for a useful guide. Requirements change, so bring your application instructions and our editor will check the current details in store.
45 × 35mm
United Kingdom Passport
- Background
- Plain light grey or cream
- Expression
- Neutral, mouth closed
- Position
- Head height 29 to 34mm
- How recent
- Taken within the last month
- Glasses
- No glare, tinted lenses or frames covering the eyes
Printed photographs must be clear, unaltered and show you facing forward with open, visible eyes.
Requirements can change and may differ by application location. Bring your application instructions so our editor can check the current details before printing.
Before you arrive
How to prepare for your photo
You do not need to practise a pose. Our photographer will guide you and our editor will make the final checks.
Eyes and expression
Keep your eyes open and visible. Most applications require a neutral expression and a closed mouth.
Glasses
Remove tinted glasses. We may ask you to remove clear glasses if they cause glare or cover your eyes.
Clothing and hair
Choose clothing that stands apart from a light background, and keep hair away from your eyes.
Head coverings
Religious and medical head coverings are generally allowed, but your facial features must remain visible.
Our official passport partner
Need help with your passport application?
The Passport Expert provides professional application checks, paperwork support and help when you need a new passport or have an issue with an application. Their specialist Check and Attend service aims to secure your passport within seven days, subject to their terms and appointment availability.
Questions before you visit