BIRMINGHAM, AL · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Birmingham, Alabama

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Birmingham offers several reliable walk-in options for your passport photo, from local pharmacies to professional studios. If you prefer a more convenient alternative, Perfect Passport lets you take a compliant photo right from your home.

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Taking your passport photo from anywhere in Birmingham is a convenient alternative to visiting a store. For just $7.95, Perfect Passport helps you capture a State Department-compliant image using your smartphone. Our experts review your photo to ensure it meets all federal requirements. We even offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is rejected.

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HOME VS. WALK-IN

Why most applicants skip the trip.

	Perfect Passport (home)	Walk-in
Typical price	$7.95 digital · $12.95 with prints	$15 – $20 for 2 prints
Time required	~2 minutes	30 – 60 min round trip
Where	Anywhere with a phone	Store hours only
Compliance check	Automatic, instant	Cashier judgement
Retakes	Free, unlimited	Pay again
Money-back if rejected	Yes	Rare

WALK-IN OPTIONS

Where to get passport photos in Birmingham.

If you'd rather not take it yourself, here are the major chains and independent studios in Birmingham that accept walk-ins for U.S. passport photos. Hours and prices change — always call ahead.

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

101 Green Springs Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35209, USA

4.6 · 39 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 101 Green Springs Hwy. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 7a–10p · Tue 7a–10p · Wed 7a–10p · Thu 7a–10p · Fri 7a–10p · Sat 8a–10p · Sun 8a–10p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (205) 942-3668

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The UPS Store

Chain

217 Country Clb Pk, Birmingham, AL 35213, USA

4.5 · 62 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 217 Country Clb Pk. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours: Mon 8a–6p · Tue 8a–6p · Wed 8a–6p · Thu 8a–6p · Fri 8a–6p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 10a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (205) 870-7797

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

3020 Clairmont Ave, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

4.4 · 23 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3020 Clairmont Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 7a–11p · Tue 7a–11p · Wed 7a–11p · Thu 7a–11p · Fri 7a–11p · Sat 7a–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (205) 323-6823

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

668 Lomb Ave, Birmingham, AL 35211, USA

4.3 · 40 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 668 Lomb Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 8a–8p · Tue 8a–8p · Wed 8a–8p · Thu 8a–8p · Fri 8a–8p · Sat 8a–8p · Sun 8a–8p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (205) 786-4481

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1801 Montgomery Hwy Walgreens, Hoover, AL 35244, USA

4.3 · 13 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1801 Montgomery Hwy Walgreens. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 6a–12a · Tue 6a–12a · Wed 6a–12a · Thu 6a–12a · Fri 6a–12a · Sat 6a–12a · Sun 6a–12a
Price: $16.99
Phone: (205) 988-9118

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The UPS Store

Chain

1116 20th St S, Birmingham, AL 35205, USA

4.2 · 217 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1116 20th St S. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours: Mon 7:30a–6p · Tue 7:30a–6p · Wed 7:30a–6p · Thu 7:30a–6p · Fri 7:30a–6p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 10a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (205) 918-1600

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

312 20th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

3.8 · 122 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 312 20th St N. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~10 minutes

Hours: Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price: $14.95
Phone: (205) 252-2509

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CVS Photo

Chain

220 Gadsden Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35235, USA

3.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 220 Gadsden Hwy. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours: Mon Open 24 hours · Tue Open 24 hours · Wed Open 24 hours · Thu Open 24 hours · Fri Open 24 hours · Sat Open 24 hours · Sun Open 24 hours
Price: $16.99
Phone: (205) 836-8344

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

2800 Cahaba Village Pl Suite 290, Birmingham, AL 35243, USA

3.2 · 61 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 2800 Cahaba Village Pl Suite 290. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~10 minutes

Hours: Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 10a–6p · Sun Closed
Price: $14.95
Phone: (205) 967-8802

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United States Postal Service

Chain

351 24th St N, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

3.0 · 165 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 351 24th St N. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 7a–8p · Tue 7a–8p · Wed 7a–8p · Thu 7a–8p · Fri 7a–8p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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CVS

Chain

105 Inverness Plaza #280, Birmingham, AL 35242, USA

3.0 · 82 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 105 Inverness Plaza #280. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours: Mon Open 24 hours · Tue Open 24 hours · Wed Open 24 hours · Thu Open 24 hours · Fri Open 24 hours · Sat Open 24 hours · Sun Open 24 hours
Price: $16.99
Phone: (205) 991-5201

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Independent studios in Birmingham

Birmingham Public Library-Central

Local studio

2100 Park Pl, Birmingham, AL 35203, USA

4.6 · 162 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The Birmingham Public Library-Central is a public library in Birmingham, Alabama, that provides passport photo services alongside its standard community resources. Walk-in customers can expect a straightforward photo process during regular operating hours, which run Monday through Saturday. Please call for pricing and to confirm staff availability before your visit.

Hours: Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–8p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–6p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (205) 226-3600

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UAB Passport Services Office

Local studio

1201 University Blvd, UBOB, Building- Room 126, Birmingham, AL 35294, USA

4.6 · 45 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Located on the university campus, the UAB Passport Services Office provides official passport processing and photography services to the Birmingham community. Walk-in customers can expect convenient, on-site passport photo services during regular weekday hours, with extended availability until 6:00 PM on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Customers are encouraged to call for pricing details prior to their visit.

Hours: Mon 8:30a–4:30p · Tue 8:30a–6p · Wed 8:30a–6p · Thu 8:30a–4:30p · Fri 8:30a–4:30p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (205) 996-1385

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Birmingham.

Atlanta Passport Agency

230 Peachtree St NW, Suite 1000, Atlanta, GA 30303 · Approx. 150 miles east of Birmingham

Appointments are strictly required and are reserved for life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Birmingham edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Birmingham?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Birmingham as long as it meets all U.S. State Department requirements. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure proper lighting without shadows, and have someone else take the photo or use a tripod.

What size and format does a U.S. passport photo need to be?

A U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm) in size. The image must be printed in color on high-quality photo paper, and your head must measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head.

Can I wear glasses or a hat in my U.S. passport photo?

No, you cannot wear glasses in your U.S. passport photo, even if you wear them daily in Birmingham. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious or medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic federal requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' expressions and head positions. When taking a baby's passport photo in Birmingham, ensure no other people or hands are visible in the frame, and lay the infant on a plain white blanket if needed.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo when renewing your U.S. passport, whether you mail it from Alabama or renew online. The State Department requires your passport photo to be taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about 6 to 8 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. If you are applying at a local Birmingham acceptance facility, remember to factor in mailing times to and from the passport processing center.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to Birmingham?

The closest regional U.S. Passport Agency to Birmingham is the Atlanta Passport Agency, located about 150 miles away in Georgia. This agency is only for urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and you must schedule an appointment in advance.

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