Instructions for Taking an Online Passport Photo Using a Smartphone

How it Works

Discover how to take an official passport photo online with your smartphone these four easy steps:

• Step 1: Take the Photo
• Step 2: Verify the Photo
• Step 3: Place Your Order
• Step 4: Shipment

This works with any type of smartphone, whether it's an Apple iPhone, Samsung Galaxy, HTC, Sony, or LG.

You can use our mobile website to accomplish this, without requiring the installation of any additional apps.

Step 1: Take the Photo

Take a photo with your smartphone (or even better, have someone else do it). You can also use a camera or tablet to take the photo, as long as you follow the instructions closely to meet the necessary passport photo requirements.

Here are some important things to keep in mind:

• Stand in well-lit, even daylight, without using lamps or flash to avoid shadows on your face.
• Face the camera directly with a neutral expression and look straight ahead.
• Keep your mouth closed and make sure your hair does not cover your face or ears.
• Stand about one meter away from the camera, and have someone else take the picture if possible.

Step 2: Verify the Photo

Our website has an automatic verification system to ensure that the photo meets the official requirements.

If the photo does not meet the criteria, we will provide you with specific guidelines for improvement. Alternatively, you have the option to order the photo as an unofficial passport photo if desired.

Step 3: Place Your Order

Fill in your information and make payment to complete the order. You can receive the passport photos by mail ($9.95) or by email ($4.95)

Step 4: Shipment

We will send the passport photos to you within 24 hours. This usually means that they will be delivered within a few days. The shipping fee is $1.95.