Town Centre Passport Photo Locations
Crawley town centre has several passport photo options concentrated around the main shopping areas. Professional photo services and self-service booths are available in the pedestrianised High Street area and surrounding streets.
Self-service photo booths can also be found near Crawley railway station.
County Mall and The Boulevard
County Mall is Crawley's main indoor shopping centre and has self-service passport photo booths. The Boulevard retail park also has photo booth facilities and retail photo services.
Timpson and similar retail concessions within County Mall can provide passport photos with digital codes for online applications.
Gatwick Airport Area
Crawley's proximity to Gatwick Airport means there is high demand for passport and travel document photos in the area. Several photo services near the airport cater to travellers who need urgent passport photos.
If you need a passport photo before flying, the town centre is just a short journey from Gatwick and offers more affordable options than airport-based services.
Passport Photos by Crawley Area
Passport photo services are available across different parts of Crawley:
- Town Centre: County Mall, The Boulevard, High Street
- Gatwick Area: Travel document photo services
- Three Bridges: Local retail services and station area
- Ifield: Supermarket photo booths
- Broadfield: Local services
Supermarket booths and high-street chains provide coverage across most neighbourhoods.
Supermarkets and High-Street Chains
Several supermarkets in and around Crawley offer passport photo services:
- Tesco stores with self-service photo booths
- ASDA locations with photo machines
- Sainsbury's stores with in-store booths
- Timpson pods in retail locations
These are typically the most convenient and affordable options for a quick passport photo.
How Much Passport Photos Cost in Crawley
Passport photo prices in Crawley 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 services offer more guidance on compliance.
Digital Photo Code Availability
Digital photo codes for online passport applications are available at several Crawley locations:
- Photo-Me self-service booths in County Mall
- 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
County Mall shopping centre in Crawley town centre is the most central and convenient location for passport photos.
Yes. Digital codes are available from Photo-Me booths in County Mall, Timpson services, and selected supermarket booths around Crawley.
Prices range from around 8 to 15 pounds depending on whether you use a self-service booth or a professional photo service.
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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