City Centre Passport Photo Locations
Chester city centre has several passport photo options concentrated around Eastgate Street, Foregate Street, and the surrounding shopping areas. Professional photo services and camera shops offer passport photos with guidance on compliance.
The historic Rows shopping galleries also have retail outlets with photo services.
The Forum Shopping Centre
The Forum is an indoor shopping centre in Chester city centre with self-service passport photo booths. The centre is centrally located near Eastgate Street and easily accessible on foot from Chester railway station.
Timpson and similar retail concessions within the centre can provide passport photos with digital codes for online applications.
Broughton Shopping Park
Broughton Shopping Park on the outskirts of Chester has supermarket photo booths and retail photo services. It is easily accessible by car with ample parking and offers a convenient alternative to the city centre.
Tesco and other retailers at the park have self-service photo booths.
Passport Photos by Chester Area
Passport photo services are available across different parts of Chester:
- City Centre: Eastgate Street, The Forum, Foregate Street
- Broughton: Broughton Shopping Park
- Boughton: Local retail services
- Handbridge: Local services
Supermarket booths and high-street chains provide coverage across most areas.
How Much Passport Photos Cost in Chester
Passport photo prices in Chester vary by service type:
- Self-service photo booths: typically 8 to 10 pounds
- Professional photo shops: typically 10 to 15 pounds
- Timpson and similar services: from around 13 pounds
Booths are generally the cheapest option, while professional shops offer more guidance on compliance.
Digital Photo Code Availability
Digital photo codes for online passport applications are available at several Chester locations:
- Photo-Me self-service booths in The Forum and Broughton Shopping Park
- Timpson passport photo services
- Selected supermarket photo booths
Most modern booths now include a digital code with every set of printed photos.
Tips for Getting Accepted First Time
To ensure your passport photo is accepted on the first attempt:
- Use natural lighting where possible
- Stand in front of a plain, light-coloured background
- Keep your face centred in the frame
- Remove glasses to avoid glare issues
- Do not use filters or image editing
If you are unsure whether your photo meets the requirements, check it using an online passport photo compliance tool before submitting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Forum shopping centre near Eastgate Street in Chester city centre is the most central and convenient location for passport photos.
Yes. Digital codes are available from Photo-Me booths in The Forum and Broughton Shopping Park, Timpson services, and selected supermarket booths.
Prices range from around 8 to 15 pounds depending on whether you use a self-service booth or a professional photo shop.
Yes. You can take a compliant passport photo at home provided it meets all official UK requirements for size, background, lighting, and expression.
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