Where can I print UK passport photos?

You can print UK passport photos at Boots (self-service kiosk or counter), Post Office, Snappy Snaps, Tesco Photo, or at home on a photo printer. Use Kindro's free 4x6 print layout and ask for a standard 4x6 inch glossy print (around 15p at Boots).

What paper should I use for UK passport photos?

Use glossy or matte photo paper. Standard 4x6 inch photo paper works perfectly — Kindro's print layout fits multiple 35x45 mm passport photos on a single 4x6 sheet with cut guides.

Can I print passport photos at home in the UK?

Yes, if you have a photo-quality inkjet or laser printer and glossy photo paper. Print at 300 DPI on 4x6 inch paper for the best results. However, high street printing at Boots is often cheaper and produces better quality.

How to Print UK Passport Photos — Boots, Post Office & More

Print Specifications

UK passport photos must be printed at the correct size and quality. Here are the requirements:

Photo size: 35×45 mm
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Paper: Glossy or matte photo paper
Background: Plain white, light grey, or cream
Colour: Full colour, no black and white
Print quality: Sharp, no pixelation or banding

Tip: Kindro’s 4×6 print layout includes multiple 35×45 mm photos with cut guides. Just print this as a standard 4×6 photo and cut along the lines.

Option 1: Boots Photo (Recommended)

Boots is the most convenient option for most people in the UK. Nearly every high street Boots has a self-service photo kiosk, and many larger stores have staffed photo counters.

Create your photo on Kindro’s free tool
Download the 4×6 print layout to your phone
Use the Boots self-service kiosk — transfer via Bluetooth, USB, or the Boots Photo app
Select “4×6 glossy photo” — no cropping
Cost: ~15p for a single 4×6 print
Cut along the guides to get your passport photos

Important: Tell the kiosk to print the image “as-is” without any auto-cropping or resizing. The layout is already sized correctly.

Option 2: Post Office

Post Office branches with photo services can print your passport photos. Some branches also offer the “Check and Send” service which reviews your entire application including photos.

Bring your Kindro 4×6 layout on your phone or a USB drive
Ask for a standard 4×6 glossy print
Photo-quality prints available at most larger branches
Cost varies by branch: typically £0.20–£0.50 for a 4×6 print

Option 3: Snappy Snaps

Snappy Snaps is a dedicated photo printing chain found on many UK high streets. They offer high-quality photo printing and can print your 4×6 layout on the spot.

Bring the 4×6 layout file on your phone
Professional-grade printing equipment
Staff can assist with file transfer and print settings
Cost: typically £0.30–£0.50 for a 4×6 print

Option 4: Tesco Photo

Tesco Photo offers online ordering with home delivery or in-store collection at Tesco stores. Upload your 4×6 layout online and collect your prints.

Upload to tescophoto.com
Order a 6×4 inch print
Collect in-store or have it delivered
Cost: from 9p per print online (plus delivery if applicable)

Option 5: Home Printer

If you have a photo-quality printer at home, you can print passport photos yourself:

Download the 4×6 print layout from Kindro
Load 4×6 inch glossy photo paper into your printer
Set print quality to “Best” or “Photo” mode
Print at actual size — do not “Fit to Page”
Let the print dry completely before cutting

Note: Home printers vary in quality. Inkjet printers with photo paper produce good results, but the ink cost per print may be higher than Boots. If you’re printing for an important application, a professional print is safer.

Option 6: Online Print Services

Several online services deliver prints to your door:

Photobox: Upload the 4×6 layout, order glossy prints, delivered in 2–5 days
ASDA Photo: Online ordering with click-and-collect at ASDA stores
FreePrints app: Free 4×6 prints (pay postage only)
Amazon Photos: Print service with Prime delivery

Online printing typically costs 10p–30p per print plus delivery. Best for convenience when you’re not near a Boots or Post Office.

Cutting Your Photos

After printing the 4×6 layout, cut along the printed guides to get individual 35×45 mm photos:

Use a paper cutter or sharp scissors with a straight edge
Cut along the thin guide lines on the print
Each photo should measure exactly 35×45 mm
Avoid ragged edges — HMPO may reject torn or uneven photos

Common Printing Mistakes

Auto-cropping: Kiosks sometimes auto-crop or resize. Insist on printing the image at its original size.
Wrong paper size: The layout is designed for 4×6 inches. Printing on A4 paper will change the photo dimensions.
Low-quality paper: Regular printer paper produces blurry, unprofessional results. Always use photo paper.
“Fit to page” scaling: This shrinks or stretches the image. Always print at “Actual Size” or 100%.
Wet ink: Let inkjet prints dry for at least 5 minutes before handling or cutting.