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Rules for digital and printed passport photos and how to get one
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Apply for photo ID to vote (Voter Authority Certificate) in some elections and referendums in Great Britain if you do not have an accepted form of ID.
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This template can be used for checking photographs for all passport applicants aged 6 and over.
HM Passport Office guidelines for photographers and photographic studios producing photos for UK passports.
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