Your Passport is Your
Travel Keepsake.
Make it a Portrait You're Proud of.
Professional studio for US and International passports.
The Studio Difference
Why a professional studio matters for your passport portrait
Roberts Photo Studio Experience
- Professional lighting
- Flattering angles & posing guidance
- Guaranteed acceptance
Drugstore Kiosk
- Harsh overhead lighting
- Unflattering shadows
- One-size-fits-all approach
Your passport photo represents you and your travel adventures. Make it count.
International Passport & Visa Photos in Boston:
Guaranteed Global Acceptance
Skip the drugstore guesswork. Since 1973, we've been Boston's premier studio for precision biometric photos for Jamaica, Haiti, Barbados, the UK, and 190+ countries.
Global Biometric Experts
We utilize the 'Biometric Technology' to cross-reference every photo against current embassy requirements for every nation, including the UK, Canada, and the EU.
Caribbean & African Specialists
The go-to studio for Boston's international community. We specialize in high-resolution digital standards for Jamaica (600x600 DPI) and Barbados, ensuring your online PICA filings are never rejected.
Precision Digital Delivery
We don't just crop; we manually enhance every digital file to meet exact pixel, DPI, and file-size specifications for instant online upload.
See our Jamaican passport photo process
Jamaica Passport Specialists
Boston's #1 PICA-Compliant Studio
Applications require 35mm x 45mm photos with a matte/dull finish. Unlike many other countries, Jamaica requires specific background colors based on your complexion: white for dark skin tones and pastel or pale blue for light skin or grey hair. Please inquire about our full application service.
Professional passport photos meeting all PICA specifications
Passport application assistance to guide you through the process
Green card application assistance for immigration needs
In-house notary services for document authentication
600x600 DPI digital files for online PICA renewals
Complexion-matched backgrounds per PICA guidelines
Every Jamaican passport photo we produce is backed by our ironclad guarantee. If PICA rejects your photo, we reshoot for free.
International Biometric Standards
Common questions about Canadian, UK & Australian passport photos
Canadian passport photos require exact 50mm x 70mm dimensions with specific head-to-frame ratios set by IRCC.
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) mandates precise specifications that drugstore kiosks frequently fail to meet. Photos must be 50mm x 70mm with the face measuring between 31mm and 36mm from chin to crown. We use professional biometric verification software to ensure your Canadian passport photo meets all IRCC standards, including the guarantor signature area on printed copies. Our 53 years of experience means we understand these nuances perfectly.
Yes—we specialize in UK passport photos meeting HM Passport Office's strict 45mm x 35mm biometric standards.
UK passport photos have among the strictest requirements globally. HM Passport Office requires exact 45mm x 35mm dimensions, neutral expression, and specific head positioning for facial recognition systems. Our professional studio lighting eliminates the harsh shadows and glare that cause rejections. We've helped hundreds of British expats and dual citizens across Greater Boston with their UK passport renewals—all with 100% acceptance.
Absolutely—we create Jamaican passport photos meeting all PICA specifications.
Applications require 35mm x 45mm photos with a matte/dull finish. Unlike many other countries, Jamaica requires specific background colors based on your complexion: white for dark skin tones and pastel or pale blue for light skin or grey hair. We provide high-resolution digital files for online renewals and professionally printed sets, ensuring your head-to-margin ratio is exactly within the requirement. Please inquire about our full application service.
Expert Advice: What to Wear
To ensure biometric success, please do not wear white. Dark, solid colors provide the necessary contrast against international white backgrounds to prevent 'floating head' rejections.
Proudly Serving Greater Boston Community
840 Morton Street, Boston, MA 02126
Dorchester • Mattapan • Roxbury • Newton • Milton • Braintree • South Shore • South Boston • East Boston • Charlestown • Back Bay • Allston
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Professional quality, transparent rates
Standard US Passport
Includes 2 printed photos
- Professional studio lighting
- Guaranteed USPS acceptance
- Same-day service
International & Biometric
Includes 2 printed photos
- Jamaica, Haiti, Barbados, UK, Canada specs
- Biometric precision standards
- Expert compliance review
All packages include acceptance guarantee. A digital file of your photos can be obtained for a $75.00 fee.
Book Your Studio Appointment
Reserve your spot for professional passport photos. Walk-ins welcome, but appointments guarantee no wait time.
What to Expect
Pick a Date & Time
Tue, Thu & Sat, 11 AM – 5 PM.
Confirm Your Details
Name, email, phone & country.
Visit Our Studio
840 Morton St, 10–15 min session.
Get Your Photos
Printed photos + optional digital.
Every photo we produce is backed by our ironclad guarantee. If rejected, we reshoot for free.
Real Stories from Boston Clients
Verified Google Reviews • Trusted Local Expertise
Mr. Roberts is incredibly kind, patient, and meticulous. I came in for passport photos, which can be a stressful errand, but he guided me through everything and made sure every detail was perfect. The results were excellent! My photos were accepted by my consulate without any issues.
Daphne Chang
Verified Google Review | 5 Stars
Quick Answers
Why Boston families have trusted Roberts Photo Studio since 1973
Professional studios offer expert lighting, guaranteed acceptance, and photos you'll be proud of for 10 years.
Drugstore kiosks use harsh fluorescent lighting, untrained staff, and automated systems that produce unflattering results. At Roberts Photo Studio, you get professional studio lighting that flatters all skin tones, an experienced photographer who understands exact requirements for 190+ countries, complimentary digital retouching, and our ironclad 100% acceptance guarantee. Your passport photo represents you for up to 10 years—make it count.
We've been Boston's trusted passport photo specialists since 1973—over 50 years of professional expertise.
Roberts Photo Studio has proudly served the Greater Boston community for 53 years from our Dorchester location at 840 Morton Street. Three generations of Boston families have trusted us with their passport photos. Our longevity speaks to our commitment to quality, customer service, and staying current with ever-changing international photo requirements. When you choose us, you're choosing a neighborhood institution with an unmatched track record.
Yes—we offer a 100% acceptance guarantee on all passport photos, backed by 53 years of expertise.
Every passport photo we produce comes with our ironclad 100% acceptance guarantee. If your photo is ever rejected by any passport agency or consulate (which hasn't happened in years), we'll reshoot it completely free of charge. Our professional equipment, biometric verification process, and decades of experience ensure your photos meet all requirements the first time. Customers from Quincy, Cambridge, Brookline, Newton, Milton, and Braintree trust this guarantee.