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How do you certify passport photos?

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Isabella Ramos

Updated on April 08, 2026

How do you certify passport photos?

Once the person has agreed to countersign your passport photo, it’s simple. All they have to do is write on the back of the photo the following: “I certify that this is a true likeness of [the applicant’s title and full name].” With that done all they need to do is provide their signature and the date, and it’s done.

Who can certify passport photos Australia?

2. A non-Australian who is currently employed in one of these occupation groups:

  • Chartered/Certified Accountants.
  • Chartered Professional Engineers.
  • Judges, Barristers and Solicitors.
  • Registered Medical Practitioners (Doctors and GPs only), Dentists, Pharmacists.

Can passport pictures be notarized?

While some states or countries may allow notaries to do this as their legal duty, California does not allow notaries to notarize or certify any photocopy or photograph unless it is a power of attorney certification of copy.

How do I certify my photo ID in Australia?

For photo ID, like your driver’s licence or passport, the authorised officer needs to write or stamp the following: ‘I certify that this is a true copy of the original and the photograph is a true likeness of the person presenting the document as sighted by me. ‘

How do you certify a document?

How to certify a document

  1. Write ‘Certified to be true copy/translation of the original seen by me’ on the document.
  2. Sign and date the document.
  3. Print their name under the signature.
  4. Add their occupation, address and telephone number.

Which professions can certify documents?

Copies of documents can be certified by one of the following people:

  • Accountant.
  • Armed forces officer.
  • Bank/building society official.
  • Commissioner of Oaths.
  • Councillor (local or county)
  • FCA regulated person (identified using the FCA authorised persons lists)

Do passport photos need to be certified?

When you must get a signature and who can sign. Some paper passport applications and photos must be signed by someone else (the ‘countersignatory’) to prove the identity of the person applying.

Can you take your own passport photo Australia?

💡 How can I take a photo to an Australia passport on my own? You need only a smartphone or a digital camera to prepare your ideal passport picture. If you are not sure if your already taken image is correct, just let the online visa photo app to resize, crop and adjust it to requirements!

How do I notarize a photo?

A client should write a statement about the photograph, securely attach the photograph to the statement, and allow the notary to notarize the statements made about the photograph.

What does it mean to notarize a passport?

Many legal processes require a notarized copy of your passport, green card, and similar documents. In each case, make a photocopy of the document and take it to the notary along with the original document. The notary will write or stamp “TRUE COPY” on the document and put their signature and the stamp on the photocopy.

Who can certify an ID in Australia?

An accountant (member of a recognised professional accounting body or a Registered Tax Agent). A person listed on the roll of the Supreme Court of a State or Territory or the High Court of Australia as a legal practitioner. A barrister, solicitor or patent attorney.

What are the photo requirements for a passport application?

You must provide one photo with your passport application. All our photo policies apply to both adults and children under age 16. We have a few exceptions to our photo policies for infants. Use a clear image of your face. Do not use filters commonly used on social media. Have someone else take your photo. No selfies.

What do you say when signing for a passport photo?

‘I certify that this is a true likeness of [title and full name of adult or child who is getting the passport].’ They must add their signature and the date under the statement. You do not have to sign or date the photos yourself. Your countersignatory may be contacted by HM Passport Office for more information.

How do you countersign a passport photo?

Once the person has agreed to countersign your passport photo, it’s simple. All they have to do is write on the back of the photo the following: “I certify that this is a true likeness of [the applicant’s title and full name].” With that done all they need to do is provide their signature and the date, and it’s done.

What is the approval rate for passport photos?

At Paspic we have a 99.5% approval rate for our passport photos. So if you can find a professional person to verify your photos, we can help you get your passport photos approved first time. How do I print a passport photo?