Every effort should be taken to ensure that your passport is kept in pristine condition. Yes, general wear and tear is acceptable \u2013 but it should be avoided where possible. In July this year, a passenger was denied boarding a flight from Heathrow to Qatar after a pre-boarding inspection determined that there was a security risk due to the fact that the paper had begun to come away. The question is: will you need a new passport photo if your passport is damaged? Here\u2019s what you need to know.<\/p>\n
What constitutes damage?<\/p>\n
There\u2019s a wide spectrum of faults that could mean your passport would be determined to be damaged and as a result, rendering it invalid. This includes that the \u2018details are indecipherable\u2019 and that the \u2018laminate has lifted enough to allow the possibility of photo substitution\u2019. The passport office can determine this before you are due to go abroad and \u2013 if necessary \u2013 renew or replace your existing passport.<\/p>\n
Will a new picture be needed?<\/p>\n
Your existing picture might suffice, though it will depend on if it is damaged or cause for concern. You might once again have to re-establish your identity, which would involve submitting another picture along with a countersignature. The process can run more smoothly if you ask for renewal rather than a replacement, in which case you\u2019ll have the freedom to take a new passport photo. <\/p>\n
Will it take long?<\/p>\n
Thankfully it\u2019s never been easier to submit a passport photo. In fact, you can now take your picture at home. This will allow you greater scope to snap an image that you\u2019re pleased with and should soften the blow of having to renew your passport early. You\u2019ll be pleased to know that your new passport \u2013 along with the passport picture \u2013 will last for 10 years from the day it\u2019s issued.<\/p>\n
Let us help<\/p>\n
You\u2019ll, of course, want the process to run both quickly and smoothly when trying to get hold of a functioning passport. Luckily, we can help at Paspic. Just send us your picture and our team will confirm it meets all guidelines and won\u2019t be the cause of delay when getting your hands on a new passport.<\/p>\n
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