Passport Photos at The UPS Store: Price, Availability, Digital Copies & What to Ask Before You Go
Find out where UPS passport-photo details vary by store, what to confirm before you go, and when a PhotoOmni digital file may be more convenient.
Quick Answer
Many participating The UPS Store locations take U.S. passport photos. But the price, appointment policy, turnaround time, number of prints, retake policy, and digital-copy availability can vary by independently owned store. Before you go, contact the specific location to confirm that it offers passport photos that day and ask for the total price including tax.
The UPS Store says it has more than 5,500 U.S. locations, with online appointment scheduling at more than 3,900 locations. For a U.S. passport, the printed photo must be 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) and taken within the last 6 months. The UPS Store and the U.S. Department of State are the primary references for these points.
Does The UPS Store take passport photos?
Yes—at participating locations. The UPS Store states that its stores follow recommended U.S. passport-photo requirements and can also take photos for many other photo IDs. Service availability is not universal, so use the store finder or call before traveling there. A location may have different service hours for passport photos than its general opening hours.
What to ask before you go
Call the selected store and ask these five questions:
- Do you take U.S. passport photos today?
- What is the total price, including tax, and how many printed photos are included?
- Is a digital copy included, or can I buy one separately?
- Do I need an appointment, and what are the photo-service hours?
- What is your retake policy if the photo is rejected for a technical reason?
These questions matter because The UPS Store locations are independently owned. Do not rely on a price, free digital copy, or turnaround promise quoted for a different city.
U.S. passport photo checklist
Use this checklist before you print or submit a photo:
| Requirement | U.S. rule |
|---|---|
| Printed size | 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) |
| Photo age | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Pose | Full face, directly facing the camera |
| Head height | 1 to 1⅜ inches (25 to 35 mm), measured from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head |
| Glasses | Generally not allowed, except limited documented medical exceptions |
| Print material | Matte or glossy photo-quality paper |
The issuing authority makes the final acceptance decision. Review the complete U.S. Department of State photo requirements, especially if your appearance has changed or you are applying with a paper form.
UPS versus other passport photo options
The best option depends on whether you value convenience, a digital file, or a clearly posted national price.
| Option | What is clearly published | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| The UPS Store | Participating stores provide passport and ID photos; 5,500+ locations; 3,900+ locations offer online appointment scheduling | Price, digital copy, print count, timing, photo hours, retake policy |
| Walgreens | $16.99 for two 2 × 2 prints; a digital copy by email is listed as included; most locations are walk-in | Availability at the selected store and service for non-U.S. documents |
| PhotoOmni | A digital, print-ready workflow from home for supported document types | Your selected document type and its current authority requirements |
Walgreens' published offer and service details are available on its official passport-photo page. Prices and policies can change, so check the provider's current page before spending money.
Prepare your photo with PhotoOmni before you print
If your local UPS Store does not include a digital file, charges more than expected, or cannot confirm the size needed for a visa or another country’s document, PhotoOmni can help you prepare a print-ready photo from home. Upload or capture a new photo, select the relevant supported document type, and download a formatted digital file to print at home or bring to a local print provider. This can be particularly useful for online applications, for comparing print options, or for documents that do not use the standard U.S. 2 × 2-inch format. PhotoOmni helps prepare and check the image, but the relevant government or issuing authority always makes the final decision.
Create a Passport Photo with PhotoOmni
When UPS is a good choice
A UPS Store can be convenient when you want to handle several errands in one visit: take a photo, prepare an application mailing, purchase postage, and track the shipment. Confirm the photo service first if you need a same-day digital file, are applying for a foreign visa, need a baby photo, or are working against a deadline.
FAQ
How much are passport photos at UPS?
There is no reliable national UPS Store price to quote. Prices vary by independently owned location, so ask your selected store for the full cost, including tax and the number of prints.
Do UPS passport photos include a digital copy?
Digital-copy availability can vary by location. Ask before the photo is taken if you need a file for an online application. PhotoOmni can provide a print-ready digital workflow for supported documents.
Do I need an appointment for passport photos at UPS?
Some locations offer online appointment scheduling, but photo service is available only at participating stores. Confirm the local store's appointment and walk-in rules before visiting.
How long do UPS passport photos take?
The national service page does not promise one standard turnaround time. Call the selected store, especially if you need the photos on the same day.
Can UPS take photos for visas or non-U.S. passports?
The UPS Store says it can take photos for most other photo ID cards, but document size and format requirements differ. Call first and provide the destination country's requirements; for supported documents, you can also prepare a correctly formatted digital file with PhotoOmni.