Where can I get a passport photo?
Short answer
Where can I get a passport photo?
You can get a passport photo at many post offices, pharmacies, shipping stores, and warehouse clubs. You can also take your own with our free passport photo tool, which crops and checks a 2×2 inch image against the official requirements.
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Actionable steps, requirements, and tools to move forward.
Key takeaways
- U.S. passport photos must be 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm).
- The head must measure 1–1⅜ inches (25–35 mm) from chin to crown.
- Photos must be in color, taken within the last six months, on a plain white or off-white background.
- Glasses, headphones, uniforms, and digital alterations are not allowed.
- Our free tool lets you upload or take a photo and download a printable sheet.
Full answer
Many acceptance facilities also offer passport photos, so you can apply and be photographed in one stop. Retailers such as CVS, Walgreens, Walmart, Costco, FedEx Office, and Staples often provide passport photo services, but availability varies by location.
If you take your own photo, make sure the lighting is even, the background is plain white or off-white, and your face is fully visible with a neutral expression. Selfies and heavily filtered images are usually rejected.
You only need one photo for most applications, but it is smart to print extras. The photo must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper if you submit it physically.