【Korea style photography service】
HK$150 - photography．retouch．12copies． digital copy
All processes will be completed within 30 mins.(photography>retouch>printing>email digital copy)
Suitable for passport photos / Visa / job applications etc,.
The well-known Korean photography studio branch in Hong Kong. Introducing the unique retouching skills from Korea, with the same technique and equipment in Korea, you can experience the true Korean style of passport photo taking.
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WHAT WE FOCUS
FEATURE
Professional Studio Equipment
Lighting effects specially designed for highlighting the pronounced facial features.
The own-designed lighting effects focus on portrait photography, and using CANON full-frame digital SLR camera, the flagship equipments capture all the details perfectly.
One-to-one retouching
Individualized retouch level
Sitting next to the retoucher to participate in the retouching process, we will retouch it accordingto your requested.
In order to retain the authenticity of the photo, we may retain some defects on face.
Skin repair technical
Showcase your best
Our retouching team is trained by headquarter in Korea, and after a lot of exercises, our teammates can quickly and accurately repair your facial defects during the one-to-one retouching process.
Whether it’s acne, sore marks, blackheads, scars, dark circles, skin inflammation, swelling, or rough pores, we can reduce or even completely repair your skin.
Original retouching plug-in
Balanced face shape ＆ adjust the features
A variety of retouching plug-ins specially designed for ID photo, which can solve some problems which difficult to be solved with makeup, such as “skinned face”,”high and low shoulders”, “side mouth smile”, “One bigger eyes”, etc.
Perfect quality. HD digital copy
Professional printing in 12 colours.
Using the best printer by Canon to print the photo with the highest sharpness and accuracy,.
Get your photo in 5mins．Free softcopy
Printing process is about 5 minutes, you can send the softcopy to your email by computerat the same time.
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PROCESS
[1] arrive
Please arrive at the studio 10 mins prior to the scheduled time. We offer business suit renting service (fee: $30). Changing room and dressing area are free for you to freshen up by using the provided hair products.
[2] photography
Photographer will shoot 10-15 pictures for you, please try different smiles to compare afterwards.
[3] selection
Retoucher will select the best 3 pictures among all pictures.
During this process, retoucher and photographer will provide professional advises and suggestions for you.
If you have any problem about the pictures, we are glad to shoot again for you.
[4] retouching
The chosen picture will be retouched immediately , do not hesitate to give any advice to the retoucher, the retouching level will be adjusted according your need.
[5] printing
12 copies of pictures will be printed within 5 minutes, if you need other sizes or extra copies, you can get 12 extra copies with $30.
[6] digital copy
You can get your digital copy via email by the computer in the waiting area for free. It is a high resolution JPEG file which is suitable for re-print in future.
[7] payment
photos will be ready in 5-10 mins, you can pay by cash or Payme.
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EXTRA SERVICE
Make up service
Make up service by MUA
In collaboration with MUA Makeup Artists Group to provide makeup service to customers.
Before the photo shooting, the makeup artist will help you to do facial cleansing, makeup and hair styling. Coordinating with specially designed lighting and skin repair technique, your skin will look flawless in every pictures.
**Reservation is needed prior to 2 days before shooting via WhatsApp**
Business suit rental service
Clothing rental service
We offer shirts and black blazers in different sizes for both men and women, you can ask for assistance in studio.
Rental free $30
Online visa application / E-visa
Online application / E-visa
We can provide the digital copy which is according to the specifications of the visa, e.g. visa for china, US, Vietnam or other countries.
Please feel free to ask for assistance if you have any problem about the photos during visa application.
Free
LOCATION
KwunTong
Address:
Unit A7, 12/f, Camel Paint Building Block 2, 60-62 Hoi Yuen Rd, Kwun Tong, Kowloon.
Tel / WhatsApp: 9665 3223
Business hour: 11:00 to 20:00
MongKok
Address:
Unit A , 7/f, Oriental House, 24-26 Argyle St., Mongkok, Kowloon.
Tel or WhatsApp: 9665 8066
Business hour: 11:00 to 20:00
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PHOTO SIZE
Standard & Common format
All photos will ｍeet the requirements. (Including the Home Return Permit)
Please tell us the purpose of the photo before shooting to
ensure the photo will be suitable for your need.
香港特區護照 | HKSAR Passport
| 證件相 尺寸: 40*50mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 32-36mm |
BNO | 英國簽證、護照 | UK VISA
| 證件相 尺寸: 35*45mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 29-34mm |
澳洲護照 | 澳洲簽證 | AU VISA
| 證件相 尺寸: 35*45mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 32-36mm |
台灣護照 | 入台證 | Taiwan VISA
| 證件相 尺寸: 35*45mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 32-36mm |
加拿大護照 |簽證 | CA VISA | Passport
| 證件相 尺寸: 50*70mm |
| 護照相 頭部尺寸: 31-36mm |
| 簽證相 尺寸: 35*45mm |
| 簽證相 頭部尺寸: 31-36mm |
中國護照 | 回鄉證 | China Passport
| 證件相 尺寸: 33*48mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 30-34mm |
美國簽證 | 印度簽證 | US VISA
| 證件相 尺寸: 50*50mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 28-35mm |
其他歐洲國家簽證 | EU VISA
| 證件相 尺寸: 35*45mm |
| 頭部尺寸: 32-36mm |
越南簽證 | Vietnam VISA
| 證件相 尺寸: 40*60mm |
各種護照及簽證適用 (包括回鄉證連合格證)
種類太多未能盡錄，有需要請向我們查詢
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Preparation before taking passport photo
- If you need to take photos, please make an appointment in advance. If you need to make an appointment for makeup services, please inform us at least 2 days in advance and pay the makeup fees in advance.
- Recommend to get enough sleep before a day.
- Keep your lips moist.
- Trim your beard, facial hair, eyebrows, etc.
- Understand the specifications of the photo ID before shooting, and wear proper clothing to shoot.
- We offer rental of shirts and black blazer. If you have high hygiene requirements, it is recommended to bring your own clothing. We also recommend wearing clothing that fits you best.
Clothing
- Colour
- Avoid wearing white or light color top because most of the passport photos require white background color
- Please don’t wear all-black top if you have long black hair.
- Style
- Avoid wearing low cut or off shoulder tops and camisoles to shooting. it looks like naked after the photo is cropped.
- Wear proper clothing according your need, tops with collar, such as shirts, blazers, are recommended
- Make up&Hairstyle
- Make-up must not be too heavy as some ID photo’s requirement that it be specified that no heavy makeup (such as a China Home Return Permit).
- The makeup should be mainly brightened, and the makeup effect is recommended to be light and natural
- Please don’t using your hair to hide your face.
Hong Kong passport photo requirement
The photograph should show your full frontal face with clear facial features.
The photograph should have a plain white background.
The size of the photograph must be 40mm (width) X 50mm (height). The size from chin to crown for the person in the photograph should be 32mm to 36mm. There should be sufficient headroom.
When you take the photo, please do not wear head dress, and avoid heavy make-up and overly dark or overly light-coloured clothing.
The photograph will not be accepted if the applicant in the photograph is:
- Not centred
- Wearing a frame across eyes
- With hair across eyes or eyebrows
- Seen with flash reflection on face/glasses
- With shadow
- Too light
- Too dark
Your photograph will be personalised on the data page of your passport or Document of Identity for Visa Purposes by laser engraving. The quality of the image that appears on your passport or Document of Identity for Visa Purposes will depend on the quality and colour of the original photograph you furnish.
Please do not fold, staple, or write on the back of the photograph, or attach the photograph to the application form by paper clip. Otherwise, the photograph will become unsuitable for passport or Document of Identity for Visa Purposes personalisation.
An application with a substandard photograph will not be processed and will be returned to the applicant.
Acceptable File Format of Digital Photograph Submitted through Internet and Mobile App of the Immigration Department (For passport application only)
Image type: JPEG
File size: 5MB or below
Acceptable dimension:
- Captured by scanner (600dpi) – Photograph size: 40 mm(W) x 50 mm(H)
- Captured by digital camera – Image size: at least 1200 px(W) x 1600 px(H)
Chinese Version: 香港護照相片規格
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You will receive an email confirmation after you completed the reservation.
FAQs
How do I know if my passport photo is acceptable? ›
Be in clear contrast to the background. Have you facing forward and looking straight at the camera. Have you with a neutral expression (ie, no smiling) and your mouth closed. Have your eyes open, visible and free from reflection or glare from glasses.
How can I take a good passport photo myself? ›Step four: Get yourself ready
You'll need to be facing forwards, looking straight at the camera. Keep a plain facial expression with your mouth closed. Your eyes need to be open. Keep your hair out of your face and not in front of your eyes.
USA passport photo size in inches, cm, mm and pixels
A universal USA ID photo size is 2x2”. American passport photo size in cm is 5.1x5. 1 cm, which is 51x51 mm.
To make your own U.S. passport photo, take a color photo in front of a plain or off-white background and print it out on matte or glossy photo paper so it's 2 inches by 2 inches. Also, make sure you're directly facing the camera with a neutral expression or natural smile when you take the picture.
Why do passport photos get rejected? ›Background may not meet our requirements
Please make sure you upload a new photo that includes: A plain, uniform background. White or off-white background without shadows. Space above and below your head.
You will be notified as soon as your passport photograph is rejected, provided that you have submitted it with the other required papers. The most common reason for a passport application being rejected is because the accompanying images were judged inappropriate for any reason or another.
Can I smile in passport photo? ›Can I smile in my passport photo? Yes, but it must be a natural, unexaggerated smile. Both your eyes must be open.
What should I wear for ID photo? ›Wear neutral-colored clothes.
Consider ID photos as formal documents. Anything neon or rainbow-colored may be inappropriate. Play it safe by choosing tops in earthy hues like gray, tan, brown, black, and beige. Steer clear of white clothing as this will just blend in the background.
Yes, you can use your iPhone, Android device, or other smartphone to take your passport photo. Make sure you follow all guidelines when taking the photo to include a white background, good lighting, and a friend for assistance (selfies are not allowed).
Can you wear makeup in passport photo? ›f you are still uncertain about if you are allowed to wear make-up before taking a passport photo, we are here to give you the concrete answer: Yes, you can wear make-up in a passport photo if you wish to and it's not against the official requirements of a passport photo.
Can you wear earrings in passport photo? ›
Yes! You can wear jewelry in your passport photo, so long as it doesn't obscure your face. We recommend a subtle pair of studs or a simple pendant necklace. You don't want it to cause glare or be too distracting.
How do I know if a photo is 2x2? ›The 2x2 inches photo has width 2 and height 2 inches.
How can I take a photo ID at home? ›How to Take Your Own ID Photos - YouTube
How do I print 2x2 on 4x6? ›Size it in Photos or Photoshop or other editing app and then set the printer output to 4x6. You will see a thumbnail of the 2x2 in the printer dialog box. Choose (use 4x6 photo paper) and click on print. It should print in the middle of the paper.
How do you know if your passport is denied? ›Additionally, you can call the National Passport Information Center at 1-877-487-2778 (or 1-888-874-7793 if you're hearing-impaired). The office is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. EST, and normally Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. EST, but Saturdays are currently not listed.
Can you wear white in passport photo? ›Avoid wearing tank tops, and no white. – Uniforms cannot be worn in passport photos. – Hats are only permitted if they are worn for religious reasons.
Do you have to show your ears in a passport photo 2022? ›Do you have to show your ears in a passport photo? No, according to the official U.S passport photo guidelines, there is no requirement to have your ears visible. They can be covered both by your hair or if applicable by medical or religious headwear.
Can I wear lipstick for my passport photo? ›As you now know, lipstick in a passport photo is perfectly acceptable, you will just need to avoid bright colors and lip gloss. Choose a neutral color, one that is close to your natural complexion, and use a minimal amount of makeup, the authorities will have no problems with it.
Do you have to pay again if your passport is rejected? ›A rejected application loses its priority. We will return any fee sent with the application unless the application is rejected after we have started processing it, in which case we will retain the fee and either credit it to a renewed application or refund it upon request.
Can I edit my passport photo? ›You must take care to capture your image in front of a plain white background. Also, remember that you are not allowed to edit a passport photo, as the applicant must look 100% natural, with no retouching.
What should I wear for passport appointment? ›
Collared shirt/decent attire. Both ears visible/both eyebrows visible (no bangs)
How many passport photos do I need? ›Overview. In order to meet the specific requirements of the Passport Office, you will be required to provide two passport photographs to be submitted alongside your passport application form.
How much is a passport photo? ›How much is it? For standard passport photo and ID types prices start at £9.99. For visas prices start at £14.99.
How should I dress for a passport photo? ›Most of the passport pictures are taken with a white background. If you wear white apparel, it doesn't look nice. Avoid printed Tees – Try to look formal and classic, do not wear any trendy clothes or printed t-shirts for passport pictures.
Where is the best place to take passport photos? ›You can try a local privately owned studio or a studio in a department store such as J.C. Penny. The Post Office: Select post office locations offer on-site passport photo services. Contact your local post office to see if this is an option at their location.
Is it allowed to have hair color in passport? ›No, what matters is your face.
Can you smile in your license picture? ›have a plain expression so don't smile or frown - eyes open and mouth closed. eyes fully visible, hair away from your face and eyes. take your glasses off if you can - if you need to keep your glasses on, your eyes must be visible without any glare or reflections.
What is considered a passport quality photo? ›The correct size of a passport photo is: 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) Head must be between 1 -1 3/8 inches (25 - 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
Can you have your hair tied up in a passport photo? ›You may keep your hair in a bun, a ponytail, or up in your passport photo. You need to keep in mind that your whole hairstyle has to be visible in the picture, though. Make sure that you look composed.
Can you smile in a passport photo 2022? ›You can't smile in passport photos, so just relax and let the colleague snap a photo of your neutral expression.
Can I take a passport photo with my phone? ›
Yes, you can use your iPhone, Android device, or other smartphone to take your passport photo. Make sure you follow all guidelines when taking the photo to include a white background, good lighting, and a friend for assistance (selfies are not allowed).
What color shirt should I wear for a passport photo? ›A white blouse with a white background will most likely get rejected, so your best bet is to stay away from light colors. Shades like black, dark blue, and brown are all safe options for your top, but you can also get away with wearing a brighter color so long as it's not overly distracting.
Can I wear shirt in passport photo? ›Collared shirt/decent attire. Both ears visible/both eyebrows visible (no bangs) Head scarf/veil for religious or health reasons allowed.
Can I wear earrings for passport photo? ›Yes! You can wear jewelry in your passport photo, so long as it doesn't obscure your face. We recommend a subtle pair of studs or a simple pendant necklace. You don't want it to cause glare or be too distracting.
Can you wear glasses in a passport photo? ›Do not wear glasses in your photo unless you have to do so. If you must wear glasses, they cannot be sunglasses or tinted glasses, and you must make sure your eyes are not covered by the frames or any glare, reflection or shadow.
Why can't u smile in a passport photo? ›Governments don't want you to smile in a photo for the simple reason of facial recognition. A passport photo smile distorts your facial features and makes it almost impossible for matching you to the document, especially when done by a computer.
Can I edit my passport photo? ›You must take care to capture your image in front of a plain white background. Also, remember that you are not allowed to edit a passport photo, as the applicant must look 100% natural, with no retouching.
How many passport photos do I need? ›Overview. In order to meet the specific requirements of the Passport Office, you will be required to provide two passport photographs to be submitted alongside your passport application form.
Is there a free passport photo app? ›#1 BioID. BioID is a free app that comes in handy when printing passport photos, ID photos, or visa photos. It allows you to either upload a photo you already have or take one using your smartphone or digital camera.
How much is a passport photo? ›How much is it? For standard passport photo and ID types prices start at £9.99. For visas prices start at £14.99.
How do I convert my phone to passport size photo? ›
If you're an Android user, the PhotoAiD application is accessible in the Google Play Store as well. The converter crops the picture to the correct size while also removing the background. The procedure is straightforward: Visit PhotoAiD's homepage, or install the application compatible with iOS and Android.