Can you create your own passport photo?

When you quickly need a passport photo, you may have been seduced to make it yourself. But what about the quality requirements for photos on official documents? We all know regulations are strict. That’s why it’s best to choose a professional passport photo that ticks all the boxes. With Faced, you can easily make one online using the camera on your smartphone.

Is it allowed to make your own passport photo?

We all know the problem: you need a passport photo for your ID, passport or driving licence, and you need it fast. Even a Kids-ID requires a recent picture, and a school photo isn’t adequate. This used to mean a trip to the photographer’s: going into town, looking for a parking spot. Moreover, you’re bound to its opening hours and this less than flattering snapshot doesn’t come cheap.

All of this probably means you’ve been tempted to make your own passport photo. Theoretically this is allowed, but you need to take a bunch of requirements into account. The quality concerns for an official passport photo are high. Did you for example know that the photo needs to be printed on glossy, photo quality paper? Other conditions are definition, contrast and a neutral background. Reflection and bad lighting are a no-go.

How to take a passport photo at home

Are all these rules and regulations giving you anxiety? Not to worry, because Faced delivers six official passport photos to your home – in no time! Thanks to our smart software you can just make a passport photo yourself, using the camera on your smartphone or tablet. How to take a good passport photo at home? Allow us to give you some advice.

• Make sure there’s ample lighting. You can take the picture with a window nearby.
• Keep your head and shoulders upright and look straight into the lens.
• Make sure you have a neutral expression and keep your mouth closed.
• Remove headgear and glasses. Make sure your hair doesn’t cover your face.

Would you like to make your own passport photo ? You’ll notice it’s a piece of cake using our app. Abide by these rules and our specialised software will take care of the rest !

 

Online passport photo

Faced allows you to make a passport photo for your ID, passport or driver’s licence, using the camera on your smartphone or tablet. Our software takes care of all the legal requirements concerning quality and size.

Faced gives you a valid passport picture for every official document.  There won’t be any surprises at city hall. We even deliver your passport photos for free. 

• 6 passporth photos for only €6,95.
• Your order will be delivered within two days.
• Free home delivery.