ENCINITAS, CA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Encinitas, California

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

Whether you prefer visiting a local pharmacy or an independent photography studio, Encinitas offers plenty of walk-in locations for your passport photo needs. If you'd rather save time, you can also use Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your 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 Encinitas using just your smartphone for only $7.95. Our advanced software ensures your picture meets all strict State Department compliance guidelines before you submit it. If your photo is ever rejected, we offer a full money-back guarantee.

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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 Encinitas.

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

National chains

The UPS Store

Chain

1084 N El Camino Real Ste B, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.8 · 687 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1084 N El Camino Real Ste B. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours: Mon 8:30a–6:30p · Tue 8:30a–6:30p · Wed 8:30a–6:30p · Thu 8:30a–6:30p · Fri 8:30a–6:30p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 10a–4p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (760) 944-9441

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1320 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.5 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1320 Encinitas Blvd. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 8a–9p · Tue 8a–9p · Wed 8a–9p · Thu 8a–9p · Fri 8a–9p · Sat 8a–9p · Sun 8a–9p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (760) 942-2018

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The UPS Store

Chain

315 S Coast Hwy 101 # U, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.3 · 89 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 315 S Coast Hwy 101 # U. 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: (760) 943-8664

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United States Postal Service

Chain

1160 N Coast Hwy 101, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.1 · 35 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 1160 N Coast Hwy 101. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 10a–1p, 1:30–4:30p · Tue 10a–1p, 1:30–4:30p · Wed 10a–1p, 1:30–4:30p · Thu 10a–1p, 1:30–4:30p · Fri 10a–1p, 1:30–4:30p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

411 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

3.7 · 78 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 411 Encinitas Blvd. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~10 minutes

Hours: Mon 8a–8p · Tue 8a–8p · Wed 8a–8p · Thu 8a–8p · Fri 8a–8p · Sat 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price: $14.95
Phone: (760) 634-4500

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CVS Photo

Chain

129 N El Camino Real, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

3.7 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 129 N El Camino Real. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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: (760) 942-2269

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United States Postal Service

Chain

1150 Garden View Rd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

3.3 · 101 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 1150 Garden View Rd. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 8:30a–5p · Tue 8:30a–5p · Wed 8:30a–5p · Thu 8:30a–5p · Fri 8:30a–5p · Sat 10a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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CVS Photo

Chain

455 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

3.2 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 455 Encinitas Blvd. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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: (760) 436-4055

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Independent studios in Encinitas

TOTAL PHOTO

Local studio

118 Solana Hills Dr, Solana Beach, CA 92075, USA

4.9 · 62 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Total Photo is a photography business serving the Encinitas area that provides professional passport photo services. Walk-in customers can expect efficient service during their weekday operating hours of 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Customers are encouraged to call for pricing before visiting.

Hours: Mon 10a–5p · Tue 10a–5p · Wed 10a–5p · Thu 10a–5p · Fri 10a–5p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (858) 755-6311

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Postal Depot

Local studio

1470 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.8 · 30 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Postal Depot is a local shipping and notary business in Encinitas, California, that offers passport photo services. Walk-in customers can expect convenient, on-site photo processing available Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for pricing details.

Hours: Mon 8:30a–6p · Tue 8:30a–6p · Wed 8:30a–6p · Thu 8:30a–6p · Fri 8:30a–6p · Sat 9:30a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 436-1250

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Postal Corner

Local studio

2240 Encinitas Blvd STE D, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.7 · 16 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Postal Corner is a local business in Encinitas, California, that provides convenient passport photography services. Walk-in customers can expect to have their passport photos taken during regular business hours, which run Monday through Saturday. Those interested in the service should call for pricing prior to their visit.

Hours: Mon 9a–5:30p · Tue 9a–5:30p · Wed 9a–5:30p · Thu 9a–5:30p · Fri 9a–5:30p · Sat 10a–2p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 633-1100

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PostalAnnex

Local studio

1345 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

4.1 · 24 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a local shipping and mailing center in Encinitas, California, that offers convenient passport photography services. Walk-in customers can expect quick, compliant photos taken during regular business hours, including Saturday mornings. Please call for pricing before your visit.

Hours: Mon 9a–5:30p · Tue 9a–5:30p · Wed 9a–5:30p · Thu 9a–5:30p · Fri 9a–5:30p · Sat 10a–1p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 944-9494

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Encinitas Photo

Local studio

112 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas, CA 92024, USA

3.5 · 101 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Encinitas Photo is a local photography shop located on Encinitas Boulevard that provides standard imaging services, including passport photos. Walk-in customers can visit Tuesday through Saturday to have their passport photos taken. Those interested in the service should call for pricing before their visit.

Hours: Mon Closed · Tue 10a–6p · Wed 10a–6p · Thu 10a–6p · Fri 10a–6p · Sat 10a–5p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 436-0562

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PostalAnnex

Local studio

2033 San Elijo Ave, Cardiff, CA 92007, USA

3.5 · 30 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a shipping and mailing center located in Encinitas, California, that offers walk-in passport photo services. Customers can expect to have their photos taken during regular business hours, which are Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Please call for pricing before visiting.

Hours: Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 10a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 753-4875

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Encinitas.

San Diego Passport Agency

1 Columbia Place 401 West A St, 10th Floor San Diego, CA 92101 · About 25 miles south of Encinitas

Appointments are required and limited to customers with life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Encinitas edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Encinitas?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo anywhere in Encinitas as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You must use a clear, unedited color photo taken against a plain white or off-white background. Selfies are not allowed, so you will need a friend or a tripod to take the picture.

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

Your U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size. The image must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality 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, glasses are not permitted in U.S. passport photos, even if you wear them daily. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious purposes or a doctor's statement for medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic photo requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' expressions and eye contact. When photographing a baby in Encinitas, you can lay them on their back on a plain white blanket or drape a car seat with a white sheet. Ensure no other people or hands are visible in the frame.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new, updated photo whenever you apply for a passport renewal. The State Department requires your passport photo to have been taken within the last six months to accurately reflect your current appearance.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about 4 to 6 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes begin the day the State Department receives your application and do not include mailing times, so California residents should plan ahead.

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

The closest regional facility is the San Diego Passport Agency, located about 25 miles south of Encinitas. This agency is strictly for urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and you must schedule an appointment by phone to enter.

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