Why was my passport photo rejected UK?

The UK Passport Office says that incorrect photos are one of the most common reasons for applications being rejected, along with signatures outside the box and using the wrong colour ink (it must be black).

What happens when your passport application is rejected?

If it was rejected due to failure of police verification or improper documentation, etc. you can correct the mistake and apply again after 3 days. If you are at odds with the reason for rejection, or if the reasons are not clear, you can write to the RPO or register a grievance.

Why are passport applications rejected?

Multiple errors and/or misrepresentation of information may result to failure in the capturing of the applicant’s biometrics, or be considered as grounds for rejection of the passport application.

What happens if your passport renewal is rejected?

The government fees will not be returned to you if the passport is denied. The typical time to receive a passport through the post office is now 6-8 weeks if you use routine processing. However, if there are any mistakes with your application, your passport can be denied or suspended and held up indefinitely.

How do you check if your passport photo is acceptable UK?

For passport photos:

eyes must be open and clearly visible, with no flash reflections and no ‘red eye’
facial expression must be neutral (neither frowning nor smiling), with the mouth closed.
photos must show both edges of the face clearly.
photos must show a full front view of face and shoulders, squared to the camera.

Do you have to pay again if your passport photo is rejected UK?

Several non official sources (1, 2) indicate that you will receive an email telling you that the photo has been rejected and the reason why, and will ask you to submit a replacement for the photo. There is a possibility you would lose your money if you don’t submit by the date given, and would have to start again.

Do I have to pay again if my passport is rejected?

Fee not paid: Passport applications have an obligatory processing fee. If the applicant is unable to pay the fee within the given time, the application can be rejected.

What disqualifies you from getting a passport?

If the State Department decides that you are a real threat to national security or U.S. policy, you may be denied a passport. You will also be disqualified if you have been ruled legally incompetent, are subject to felony arrest or have been forbidden — by court order, parole or probation — from leaving the country.

Why do passport pictures look so bad?

Why are passport photos so ugly? There are many reasons why a passport photo may come out ‘ugly’. It could be caused by bad lighting, feeling and looking tired, wearing the wrong makeup, or just simply being too tense and unable to relax in the photography studio.

Why is my passport photo not being accepted?

Passport photos that don’t meet our requirements are the #1 reason applications get held up during the application process. In 2017, nearly a quarter million passport photos were not accepted! Submitting a passport application with a bad photo will delay your application and could interfere with planned travel.

What happens if my photo is rejected?

Can I submit an old photo from a previous passport?

It’s tempting to submit an old photo from a previous passport! Your passport photo needs to have been taken within the last 6 months. We verify that the photo looks like you. So, save your old photos for throwback Thursdays!

What happens if your passport application is denied?

Having a passport can be liberating and gives you access to the world. However, when applying for one, be mindful about the strict rules and how it can affect your application. A denied application can be costly, with the passport agency not offering a refund on fees.