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2026 passport photo prices
| Where | Price (2 photos) | Digital copy | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Print your own 4 × 6 sheet | under $1 | Yes, you keep it | You take the photo |
| Walmart Photo | $7.64 | Varies | Cheapest walk-in |
| The UPS Store | about $12–14 | Varies | Franchise pricing |
| USPS | $15.00 | No | Select post offices, often by appointment |
| FedEx Office | $15.95 | Option | Walk-in |
| Walgreens | $16.99 | Emailed at many stores | Walk-in |
| CVS | $17.99 | Extra at some stores | Walk-in |
| Costco | not offered | — | Photo centers closed in 2021 |
Prices are listed store prices for 2026 and can vary by location. AAA branches often offer free photos to members.
The real cost isn't just the price
A rejected photo costs far more than the photo itself: weeks of delay and sometimes a new appointment. The State Department says unacceptable photos are the number one reason applications are put on hold. Whatever you choose, check the result.
Cheapest: make it yourself
- Stand in front of a plain white wall facing a window.
- Have someone take the photo from 1 to 1.5 m away.
- Use our passport photo maker to crop it to 2 × 2 inches and check every rule (free to check).
- Put it on a 4 × 6 sheet with the free print sheet maker and print it at any kiosk.
Which should you choose?
- Lowest price: home photo + 4 × 6 print.
- Lowest walk-in price: Walmart.
- Already at the post office for your application: USPS.
- Need a digital file for online renewal or a visa form: a home photo, or a store that includes a digital copy.
More detail: Walgreens, CVS, USPS, Costco.
Questions
Where is the cheapest place to get a passport photo?
Printing your own 4 × 6 sheet costs under a dollar. The cheapest walk-in option is usually Walmart at $7.64.
How much is a passport photo at Walgreens and CVS?
Walgreens charges $16.99 and CVS about $17.99 for two printed photos in 2026.
Are home-made passport photos accepted?
Yes, if they meet the official rules. The State Department lists a friend or family member as an acceptable photographer.
Sources
Checked on 2 Nov 2026. Prices and rules change; always confirm with the official source before you apply. SnapToSubmit is an independent service, not a government website.