You can get a passport photo taken at several convenient locations and services:
- Pharmacies : Popular chains like Walgreens and CVS offer passport photo services. Walgreens charges about $16.99 for two printed photos and provides a free digital copy via email. No appointment is needed, and photos are usually ready within an hour or less
. CVS offers similar services and prices, with quick turnaround and refund or retake options if photos are rejected
- Retail stores : Walmart offers passport photo taking and printing for about $7.44, with no appointment needed and a quick 5-10 minute process. However, they provide only hard copies, no digital versions
. Target only offers printing services online, not photo taking
- Photo booths : Many malls and stores have instant photo booths that produce passport photos quickly. For example, Max Spielmann booths in the UK provide instant photos that meet official requirements with digital codes for online applications
. In Romania, photo booths in malls offer instant ID and passport photos
- Post offices and shipping centers : USPS, FedEx, and UPS locations often provide passport photo services, typically costing around $15, with quick service and official compliance
- Professional photo studios : These studios provide high-quality passport photos but tend to be more expensive, usually $25 or more
- Online services : You can take your own photo at home and upload it to services like Visafoto or PhotoAiD, which edit and format your photo to meet passport requirements. You receive both digital and printable versions instantly. You can then print the photos at nearby retail stores like Walgreens or CVS
- Specialty stores like PostNet : PostNet offers passport photo services including digital copies and printing, ensuring photos meet official standards
If you are in Romania, you can find photo shops in malls such as Baneasa Shopping City near Carrefour, or use local photo booths
. In summary, the most common and accessible places to get a passport photo are pharmacies (Walgreens, CVS), retail stores (Walmart), photo booths, post offices, professional studios, and online services with local printing options. Choose based on your preference for convenience, price, and whether you need digital copies for online applications.