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EL MONTE, CA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in El Monte

Skip the lines and take your passport photo at home with Perfect Passport.

If you prefer an in-person visit, we have compiled a list of local walk-in pharmacies and studios in El Monte below. However, you can also save time by using Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your own home.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smart Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in El Monte using just your smartphone for only $7.95. Our software automatically checks your image to ensure strict State Department compliance before you finalize it. If your photo is ever rejected by the passport agency, we offer a full money-back guarantee.

Free to check · Pay only if it passes the spec check
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 minutes30 – 60 min round trip
WhereAnywhere with a phoneStore hours only
Compliance checkAutomatic, instantCashier judgement
RetakesFree, unlimitedPay again
Money-back if rejectedYesRare
WALK-IN OPTIONS

Where to get passport photos in El Monte.

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

National chains

CVS Photo

Chain

1954 Durfee Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733, USA

4.3 · 20 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1954 Durfee Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 7a–10p · Tue 7a–10p · Wed 7a–10p · Thu 7a–10p · Fri 7a–11p · Sat 7a–11p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(626) 350-5705
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

3643 Peck Rd, El Monte, CA 91731, USA

4.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3643 Peck Rd. 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 7a–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(626) 442-7868
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The UPS Store

Chain

10643 Valley Blvd, El Monte, CA 91731, USA

3.7 · 91 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 10643 Valley Blvd. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8a–6:30p · Tue 8a–6:30p · Wed 8a–6:30p · Thu 8a–6:30p · Fri 8a–6:30p · Sat 9:30a–3p · Sun Closed
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(626) 416-5544
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CVS

Chain

1954 Durfee Ave, South El Monte, CA 91733, USA

3.6 · 92 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1954 Durfee Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 7a–10p · Tue 7a–10p · Wed 7a–10p · Thu 7a–10p · Fri 7a–11p · Sat 7a–11p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(626) 350-5705
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CVS

Chain

11574 Lower Azusa Rd, El Monte, CA 91732, USA

3.5 · 96 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 11574 Lower Azusa Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–11p · Tue 8a–11p · Wed 8a–11p · Thu 8a–11p · Fri 8a–11p · Sat 8a–11p · Sun 8a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(626) 350-3550
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CVS

Chain

11940 Garvey Ave, El Monte, CA 91732, USA

3.3 · 134 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 11940 Garvey Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–11p · Tue 8a–11p · Wed 8a–11p · Thu 8a–11p · Fri 8a–11p · Sat 8a–11p · Sun 8a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(626) 350-1052
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

9216 Flair Dr A, El Monte, CA 91731, USA

2.9 · 110 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 9216 Flair Dr A. 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
(626) 307-7164
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FedEx Office Ship Center

Chain

9851 Flair Dr, El Monte, CA 91731, USA

2.9 · 27 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 9851 Flair Dr. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~10 minutes

Hours
Mon 9a–7p · Tue 9a–7p · Wed 9a–7p · Thu 9a–7p · Fri 9a–7p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price
$14.95
Phone
(626) 575-1986
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Independent studios in El Monte

Speedy Pack N Go

Local studio

11007 Lower Azusa Rd Ste E, El Monte, CA 91731, USA

5.0 · 50 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Speedy Pack N Go is a local business in El Monte, California, offering a variety of services including passport photography. Walk-in customers can expect convenient, professional passport photo services available Monday through Saturday. Customers are encouraged to call for pricing details prior to their visit.

Hours
Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun Closed
Price
Varies
Phone
(626) 522-0161
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to El Monte.

Los Angeles Passport Agency

West L.A. Federal Building 11000 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000 Los Angeles, CA 90024-3602 · Approx. 25 miles west of El Monte

Appointments are strictly limited to life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 calendar days.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, El Monte edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in El Monte?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from anywhere in El Monte using a smartphone or digital camera. Online tools help ensure your picture meets all federal requirements before you print or submit your application.

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 in color, printed on matte or glossy photo quality paper, and feature a plain white or off-white background.

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

No, glasses are strictly prohibited in U.S. passport photos, even if you wear them every day. Hats and head coverings are also not allowed unless you provide 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' facial expressions and eye contact. No other people or hands can be visible in the frame, so laying your baby on a plain white blanket is often the easiest method.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo taken within the last six months when renewing your passport. Even if your appearance hasn't changed much, federal rules require a recent image to reflect your current look.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes 4 to 6 weeks from the time the State Department receives your application. If you choose expedited service, processing typically takes 2 to 3 weeks, though this estimate does not include mailing times.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to El Monte?

The closest regional facility is the Los Angeles Passport Agency located in West L.A., just a short drive across Los Angeles County from El Monte. This agency is exclusively for urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and requires a scheduled appointment.

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