Irish Passport Photos - Los Angeles
Professional Irish Passport Photo Studio — Agoura Hills Irish Citizenship by Descent · Foreign Birth Registration · Paper & Online Applications
Irish passport photo compliance carefully prepared —
or your retake is FREE. Ready in 1 hour.
- Irish Passport, Citizenship by Descent & Foreign Birth Registration Photos
- 4 identical prints for paper applications
- Digital photo code add-on — delivered same day by email
- Ready in about 1 hour
How It Works
Book online or call (818) 991‑7787. Karen works by appointment — no walk-in kiosks, no guesswork.
Immediately after your session Karen reviews every photo with you. You pick your favorite before anything is printed.
4 identical printed photos for paper applications, ready in approximately 1 hour. Need an online application code? Add it on — Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email.
Why Irish Passport Applicants Drive to Agoura Hills
Irish passport photos are not the same as standard American 2 x 2 inch passport photos. Karen has never had a passport photo rejected in 30+ years — and she prepares every Irish passport photo to Ireland's exact specifications, not a generic crop.
Digital photo code available as an add-on: For clients applying online through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available. Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email — you enter it directly into your application. Not sure if you need prints or a code? Call before booking — (818) 991‑7787.
Irish Citizenship by Descent & Foreign Birth Registration
Many U.S.-based applicants need Irish passport photos for citizenship by descent, Foreign Birth Registration, dual citizenship, first passport applications, renewals, or urgent travel. Karen prepares your photo for the correct format — printed or digital — depending on what your application requires.
Irish Americans are concentrated throughout the Los Angeles area. Clients travel to Karen's Agoura Hills studio from Thousand Oaks, Woodland Hills, Santa Clarita, Simi Valley, Santa Monica, Stevenson Ranch, Redondo Beach, Hermosa Beach, Toluca Lake, Hancock Park, Playa del Rey, Westchester, and surrounding areas.
Northern Ireland residents are entitled to both a British and an Irish passport under the Good Friday Agreement. If you need photos for both, Karen can prepare them in the same session.
Also providing British passport photos, French passport photos, German passport photos, Italian passport photos, Spanish passport photos, Schengen visa photos, Australian passport photos, Polish citizenship photos, Canadian passport photos, Canadian citizenship photos, and foreign passport photos for many other countries.
Digital Photo Code Add-On Available · Delivered Same Day by Email
Irish Citizenship by Descent · Foreign Birth Registration · First Irish Passport Applications
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Paper or Online Application?
Irish Passport Photo Requirements: Prints, Digital JPEGs & Application Type
Irish passport photo requirements depend on how you are applying. Karen prepares your photo for the correct format, whether you need 4 printed photos for a paper application, a digital photo code add-on for an online application, or both.
Paper Irish Passport Applications
Paper Irish passport applications require 4 identical printed photos taken within the last 6 months.
- 4 matching printed photos
- Minimum print size: 35mm x 45mm
- Maximum print size: 38mm x 50mm
- Head-to-mid-torso framing
- Plain light grey, white, or cream background
- Even lighting, neutral expression, and natural skin tone
Online Irish Passport Applications
Online Irish passport applications require a digital colour JPEG photo that meets Ireland's technical upload requirements.
- Digital file must be in JPEG format
- Minimum size: 715 pixels wide x 951 pixels high
- File must be under 9MB
- Photo must not be scanned
- Photo must not be digitally enhanced or altered
- Digital photo code available as an add-on — delivered same day by email
Applying for Irish Citizenship, Foreign Birth Registration, or a First Irish Passport?
If you are applying through an Irish parent or grandparent, completing Foreign Birth Registration, applying for dual citizenship, replacing a lost Irish passport, or requesting your first Irish passport, check your application instructions carefully so Karen can prepare the correct printed or digital format.
Karen Vaisman Photography provides 4 printed Irish passport photos for paper applications. For online applications, a digital photo code is available as an add-on service — additional fee applies, delivered same day by email. Not sure which you need? Call before booking — (818) 991‑7787.
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Biometric Passport Photos — Los Angeles
Irish passports are biometric — meaning your photo must meet precise international standards for electronically readable passports. The requirements are stricter than you think, and automated border systems will flag non-compliant photos. Karen photographs to exact biometric standards every time, using professional studio lighting and expert positioning to ensure your photo passes the Irish Passport Service on the first submission.
Excellent service for a highly professional passport photo. Application went smoothly. Karen gives practical advice on how to optimize the aesthetics and really cares about the final photo. She’s very detail oriented and I really appreciated that!!
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Karen was prompt and VERY professional. Very experienced in taking passport photos and made sure I had good photos.
Irish Passport Photo Requirements
Irish Passport Photo Requirements Are More Specific Than They Look
Irish passport photos must meet specific requirements for photo size, head-to-mid-torso framing, background color, lighting, expression, and print quality. For clients applying from the Los Angeles area, a professionally prepared Irish passport photo helps reduce the risk of delays caused by an incorrect crop, wrong background, harsh shadows, or improper printed size.
A passport photo can look perfectly fine and still cause problems if the size, crop, background, shadows, or expression are not correct.
Irish passport photos leave very little room for guesswork.
Printed Irish passport photos must be at least 35mm x 45mm and no larger than 38mm x 50mm.
Ireland requires the photo to show your image from head to mid torso, with visible space between your head, shoulders, and the edge of the photo.
The background must be completely plain light grey, white, or cream, with enough contrast and no objects, panels, patterns, or distractions.
Your face should be straight to camera with eyes open, mouth closed, no smile, no head tilt, and no shadows on the face or behind the head.
Irish passport photos may seem simple, but the official requirements leave very little room for guesswork.
DIY photos and quick drugstore pictures often miss the subtle details that matter most: incorrect print size, uneven crop, background problems, shadows behind the head, glare on glasses, or an expression that does not meet passport standards.
I photograph and prepare your Irish passport photos carefully, using professional studio lighting, accurate framing, and close attention to the details that help your application move forward smoothly.
At Karen Vaisman Photography, your Irish passport photos are prepared for Ireland's official photo requirements, including the correct printed size range, head-to-mid-torso framing, plain light background, even lighting, neutral expression, and 4 identical photos for paper passport applications.
You do not need to memorize the Irish passport photo rules.
You just need a photographer who knows how to get the details right.
What's Included
Your Irish Passport Photo Session
Every Irish passport photo session at Karen Vaisman Photography includes professional studio lighting, careful posing direction, accurate photo preparation, and a final review before you leave. Photos can be prepared for Irish paper passport applications, online applications, first Irish passport applications, renewals, passport cards, Foreign Birth Registration, or Irish citizenship-by-descent documentation — depending on what your application requires.
Irish paper passport applications require 4 identical printed photos taken within the last 6 months. Karen prepares matching prints for the Irish paper application format.
For online applications through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — additional fee applies. Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email. You enter it directly into your application.
Applying by paper post? Karen provides 4 printed photos. Applying online through Irish Passport Online? A digital photo code is available as an add-on — delivered same day by email. Not sure which you need? Call before booking — (818) 991‑7787.
Printed Irish passport photos must be at least 35mm x 45mm and no larger than 38mm x 50mm — not the American 2 x 2 inch passport photo format.
Irish passport photos must show the image from head to mid torso with visible space around the head and shoulders, against a plain light grey, white, or cream background.
Studio lighting helps prevent shadows on the face or behind the head, glare on glasses, poor exposure, and uneven colour balance.
Karen reviews your passport photo with you during the session so you can approve the image before the final printed photos or digital photo code are prepared.
Printed Irish passport photos are prepared quickly and professionally, ready in approximately 1 hour. Digital photo code add-on is delivered same day by email after your session. Same-day appointments are often available.
Irish passport photo compliance carefully prepared — or your retake is FREE.
Rejection Cause #1
Shadows On Photo
Meet Our Shadow-Free Passport Photo Studio
This is not a drugstore passport photo.
- ✕ Drugstore lighting creates shadows.
- ✕ Phone cameras create shadows.
- ✕ DIY photos fail because the lighting isn't controlled.
- ✕ Shadows are one of the hardest rejections to fix at home.
Karen's studio uses 5 professional lights specifically to eliminate shadows — because a shadow-free photo is a compliant photo.
- ✓ 5 professional lights eliminate shadows completely.
- ✓ Every photo reviewed on iPad before you leave.
- ✓ You see exactly what's being submitted with your application.
- ✓ Zero rejections in 30+ years.
Irish Passport Photos Prepared to 35 x 45 mm Size
Irish passport photos are not the same as standard U.S. passport photos. Karen prepares printed Irish passport photos at 35 x 45 mm, within Ireland’s accepted print-size range.
Each photo is meticulously prepared for accurate sizing, clean presentation, professional lighting, and Irish passport application requirements, including the correct crop and visible space around the head and shoulders.
“Irish passport photos may look simple, but the details matter. Paper applications require 4 identical photos, and the printed photo must fall within Ireland’s approved size range — at least 35mm x 45mm and no larger than 38mm x 50mm. The background must be completely plain light grey, white, or cream, with even lighting, no shadows, a neutral expression, and proper head-to-mid-torso framing. I prepare every Irish passport photo carefully because your application should not be delayed over a photo.”
Specialist In Infant & Child
Irish Passport Photos
- Large Studio Softboxes: Gentle professional lighting eliminates shadows while being safe for sensitive infant eyes.
- Expert Flat-Lay Setup: Safe, flat-lay white backgrounds for newborns who can't sit up independently.
- Warm & Relaxed: Studio space heaters ensure your infant remains comfortable and calm.
- 30 Years of Success: I haven't had a photo rejected in 30 years—if it happens, I'll redo it for free.
Why Clients Choose Karen for Irish Passport Photos
Never Had a Photo Rejected in 30+ Years
Karen has prepared passport photos for over 30 years and has maintained a 100% acceptance rate. Every Irish passport photo is carefully photographed, sized, and prepared to Ireland's official requirements. If your photo is ever rejected for a compliance reason, Karen retakes it for free.
Printed to Irish Specs — Not the American 2×2 Format
Printed Irish passport photos must be at least 35mm x 45mm and no larger than 38mm x 50mm — not the standard American 2 x 2 inch format most drugstores use. Karen cuts and prepares every photo to Ireland's exact size range with proper head-to-mid-torso framing and a plain light background.
Ready in 1 Hour — Prints & Digital Photo Code Add-On Available
Every session includes professional studio lighting, careful posing direction, and an iPad review before you leave. Karen provides 4 identical printed photos for paper applications. For online applications through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — additional fee applies, delivered same day by email. Same-day appointments are often available.
Need Irish passport photos? Book online or call Karen directly at (818) 991-7787
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Los Angeles & Ventura — Irish Passport Photo Studio
I needed a passport photo in a hurry. Not only did Karen provide same day, the photo was stunning. This amazed me as you can't smile and other requirements. Karen is wonderful to work with. She is truly a skilled and passionate artist. Her technical skills are unbelievable as evidenced by her studio. Karen took time to review each photo with me to make a selection. All this was done in under one hour. I highly recommend Karen Vaisman Photography.
Needed my passport photos done and Karen was phenomenal. She took multiple photos and made sure they were up to the rigorous requirements. Not only that, but she knew I was on a deadline and she followed up with me to make sure everything was on track. Karen goes above and beyond and I highly recommend.
Price assessment: Reasonable price
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An incorrect Irish passport photo can delay your application. Paper applications require 4 identical printed photos. For online applications through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email.
When you book with Karen Vaisman Photography, your Irish passport photo is prepared with professional studio lighting, correct framing, a plain light background, neutral expression, and careful review — before anything is finalized.
Karen provides 4 identical printed photos for paper applications. For online applications, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — additional fee applies, delivered same day by email. Not sure which format you need? Call before your session.
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Why Choose a Professional Studio for Irish Passport Photos?
Irish passport photos have specific requirements for paper applications and online applications. A standard American 2 x 2 inch passport photo is not the correct format for an Irish passport, and a quick drugstore photo may not meet Ireland's size, background, lighting, digital, or print requirements.
1. Irish Paper & Online Application Requirements
Karen prepares Irish passport photos for paper applications, online applications, or both. Paper applications require 4 identical printed photos. For online applications through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email.
2. Professional Lighting, Background & Framing
Irish passport photos require a plain light grey, white, or cream background, even lighting, no shadows on the face or behind the head, neutral expression, and head-to-mid-torso framing with visible space around the head and shoulders.
3. Printed Photos & Digital Photo Code Add-On — Both Available
Karen provides 4 identical printed photos for paper applications. For online applications, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — additional fee applies, delivered same day by email. Not sure which you need? Call before booking — (818) 991‑7787.
Book your Irish passport photo appointment in Agoura Hills. Printed photos are ready in approximately 1 hour. Digital photo code add-on is delivered same day by email after your session. Karen works by appointment — no kiosk, no guesswork, and no rushed drugstore lighting.
Frequently Asked Questions About Irish Passport Photos
Yes. Karen Vaisman Photography provides professional Irish passport photos in the Los Angeles area from her Agoura Hills photography studio. Photos can be prepared for Irish paper passport applications, online applications, or both — depending on what your application requires.
For paper applications, Karen prepares 4 identical printed Irish passport photos. For online applications through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — additional fee applies, delivered same day by email. You enter it directly into your application.
Yes. Ireland's online portal uses an automated photo checker, but every application is also reviewed by a human examiner. Photos that pass the automated check can still be rejected during manual review — most commonly for shadows the system didn't detect, background issues, or expression problems.
This is one of the most frustrating experiences applicants report: being told their photo is compliant by the portal, then receiving a rejection notice weeks later. Karen's 5-light studio setup is specifically designed to eliminate the subtle problems automated checkers miss and human reviewers catch — including shadows behind the head that are invisible to phone cameras and drugstore lighting.
Yes. U.S. passport photos are 2 x 2 inches. Printed Irish passport photos must be at least 35 mm x 45 mm and no larger than 38 mm x 50 mm, with head-to-mid-torso framing and visible space around the head and shoulders.
If you need a standard American passport photo, visit the U.S. passport photos in Los Angeles page.
It depends which passport you are applying for. Northern Ireland residents may hold both Irish and British citizenship and may apply for either passport.
Applying for a Republic of Ireland passport? Karen provides Irish passport photos and a digital photo code add-on for the Irish Passport Online portal — delivered same day by email.
Applying for a UK/British passport? Karen provides British passport photos and a digital photo code add-on for the HMPO online application portal — delivered same day by email.
Please let Karen know which passport you are applying for before your appointment so the correct format is prepared.
Drugstores and shipping centers are usually set up for standard American 2 x 2 inch passport photos. Irish passport photos have different size, framing, background, lighting, print, and digital requirements.
Karen personally photographs and prepares your Irish passport photo so it is not treated like a generic U.S. passport photo. This is especially important if a rejected or incorrect photo could delay your passport renewal, travel, or citizenship-related paperwork.
Yes. Karen can provide printed Irish passport photos, a digital photo code add-on, or both — depending on your application type.
- 4 identical printed photos for Irish paper passport applications
- Digital photo code add-on for online applications — additional fee applies, delivered same day by email
- Printed and digital combinations when your situation requires both
Not sure which you need? Call before booking — (818) 991‑7787.
For Irish online passport applications, the digital photo should be a colour JPEG file with a plain light background, even lighting, sharp focus, natural skin tones, and no shadows on the face or behind the head.
A digital photo code is available as an add-on — Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email. You enter the code directly into the Irish Passport Online portal — no uploading or file handling required on your end.
Yes. For clients applying online through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — additional fee applies. Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email. You enter the code directly into your application — no uploading, no file handling on your end.
For paper applications, Karen provides 4 identical printed photos instead. Not sure which you need? Call before booking — (818) 991‑7787.
Printed Irish passport photos are usually ready in approximately 1 hour by appointment. Digital photo code add-on is delivered same day by email after your session.
Appointments are recommended so Karen can prepare the correct photo format for your Irish passport application.
Yes. Irish passport photos are ready in approximately 1 hour from your appointment. Karen works by appointment Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm — call (818) 991-7787 to check same-day availability. If you have an urgent Irish Passport Service deadline, call first and Karen will do her best to accommodate you.
Paper Irish passport applications require 4 identical printed photos taken within the last 6 months. For online applications through the Irish Passport Online portal, a digital photo code is available as an add-on — Karen prepares it after your session and delivers it same day by email. If you are unsure which format your application requires, bring your instruction sheet or call (818) 991-7787 before booking.
Yes. Karen also provides British passport photos, French passport photos, German passport photos, Italian passport photos, Spain passport photos, Schengen visa photos, and Canadian passport photos in Los Angeles. Digital photo code add-ons are also available for British passport online applications.
Karen also prepares U.S. passport photos and foreign passport photos for many other countries.
Karen Vaisman Photography is a premier photography studio in Agoura Hills, California — serving Irish Americans and expats from Los Angeles, Woodland Hills, Calabasas, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, Ventura, the San Fernando Valley, and the Conejo Valley.
This is a premium, appointment-based service. Karen answers her own phone Monday–Saturday, 9am–5pm.
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