ESCONDIDO, CA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Escondido, CA

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Whether you prefer visiting a local pharmacy or handling things digitally, Escondido offers plenty of convenient ways to get your passport photo. Below, you'll find a curated list of walk-in locations like CVS, Walgreens, and independent studios in the area. If you'd rather save a trip, you can use Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo right from your smartphone.

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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 Escondido for just $7.95. Our software automatically checks your image to ensure full State Department compliance before you finalize it. If you need physical copies, we can ship prints directly to your door for $12.95. Best of all, every photo comes with a money-back guarantee if your application 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 Escondido.

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

National chains

The UPS Store

Chain

1507 E Valley Pkwy Ste 3, Escondido, CA 92027, USA

4.7 · 142 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1507 E Valley Pkwy Ste 3. 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 Closed
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (760) 738-8550

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The UPS Store

Chain

1276-D Auto Park Way, Escondido, CA 92029, USA

4.4 · 84 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1276-D Auto Park Way. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours: Mon 9a–7p · Tue 9a–7p · Wed 9a–7p · Thu 9a–7p · Fri 9a–7p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 10a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (442) 277-4446

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

1354 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92029, USA

4.0 · 110 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 1354 W Valley Pkwy. 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) 747-2945

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1574 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92027, USA

4.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1574 E Valley Pkwy. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 8a–10p · Tue 8a–10p · Wed 8a–10p · Thu 8a–10p · Fri 8a–10p · Sat 8a–10p · Sun 8a–10p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (760) 839-7932

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The UPS Store

Chain

306 W El Norte Pkwy Ste N, Escondido, CA 92026, USA

3.7 · 96 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 306 W El Norte Pkwy Ste N. 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 Closed
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (760) 746-3388

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CVS Pharmacy

Chain

318 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026, USA

3.6 · 77 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 318 W El Norte Pkwy. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours: Mon 12p–11:30a · Tue 12p–11:30a · Wed 12p–11:30a · Thu 12p–11:30a · Fri 12p–11:30a · Sat 12p–11:30a · Sun 12p–11:30a
Price: $16.99
Phone: (760) 489-1505

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

111 W Washington Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA

3.6 · 9 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 111 W Washington Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 8a–10p · Tue 8a–10p · Wed 8a–10p · Thu 8a–10p · Fri 8a–10p · Sat 8a–10p · Sun 8a–10p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (760) 291-0299

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

141 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd Ste 128, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA

3.2 · 63 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 141 N Twin Oaks Valley Rd Ste 128. 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: (760) 736-9237

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United States Postal Service

Chain

403 N Escondido Blvd, Escondido, CA 92025, USA

2.9 · 121 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 403 N Escondido Blvd. 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 9a–5p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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CVS

Chain

318 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026, USA

2.6 · 228 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 318 W El Norte Pkwy. 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: (760) 489-1505

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Independent studios in Escondido

PostalAnnex

Local studio

979 Woodland Pkwy Ste 101, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA

4.9 · 297 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a shipping and business services center that offers convenient walk-in passport photo services. Customers can expect quick, professional photo captures that meet official government regulations during their regular operating hours Monday through Saturday. Please call for pricing details prior to your visit.

Hours: Mon 8:30a–6p · Tue 8:30a–6p · Wed 8:30a–6p · Thu 8:30a–6p · Fri 8:30a–6p · Sat 9a–4p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 737-0800

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PostalAnnex

Local studio

1637 E Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92027, USA

4.8 · 210 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a shipping and business services center in Escondido, California, that offers professional passport photo services. Walk-in customers can expect quick, compliant photo sessions available seven days a week. Please call for pricing before your visit.

Hours: Mon 8a–6p · Tue 8a–6p · Wed 8a–6p · Thu 8a–6p · Fri 8a–6p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 10a–2p
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 747-7828

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PostalAnnex

Local studio

711 Center Dr Ste 105, San Marcos, CA 92069, USA

4.7 · 466 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a local shipping and mailing center that offers convenient, on-site passport photo services for walk-in customers. Visitors can expect quick, professionally taken photos that meet government compliance standards during their regular Monday through Saturday hours. Please call the store directly for current pricing information.

Hours: Mon 8:30a–5:30p · Tue 8:30a–5:30p · Wed 8:30a–5:30p · Thu 8:30a–5:30p · Fri 8:30a–5:30p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 741-1112

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PostalAnnex

Local studio

555 W Country Club Ln STE C, Escondido, CA 92026, USA

4.3 · 25 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a shipping and mailing center in Escondido, California, that offers walk-in passport photo services. Customers can expect to have their photos taken to meet official requirements during regular operating hours, Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for current pricing and availability.

Hours: Mon 9a–5p · Tue 9a–5p · Wed 9a–5p · Thu 9a–5p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat 10a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 317-5913

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PostalAnnex

Local studio

970 W Valley Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92025, USA

4.0 · 42 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

PostalAnnex is a shipping and business service center in Escondido, California, that offers convenient passport photo services. Walk-in customers can expect quick, compliant photos taken during regular operating hours from Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for current pricing.

Hours: Mon 8a–6:30p · Tue 8a–6:30p · Wed 8a–6:30p · Thu 8a–6:30p · Fri 8a–6:30p · Sat 9a–2p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (760) 480-9140

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ACCEPTANCE FACILITIES

Where to file your passport application in Escondido.

First-time and certain renewal applications must be submitted in person at a State Department acceptance facility — typically a post office, library, or county clerk. Many also take the photo on site.

CAL POSTAL - UPS Access Point / FedEx / DHL/USPS/Livescan/Notary/Walk-In

Acceptance facility

1026 W El Norte Pkwy, Escondido, CA 92026, USA

4.1 · 39 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 1026 W El Norte Pkwy. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (760) 480-4103

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Escondido.

San Diego Passport Agency

1 Columbia Place, 401 West A St, 10th Floor, San Diego, CA 92101 · About 30 miles south of Escondido

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Escondido edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Escondido?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Escondido as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure even lighting, and have someone else take the photo or use a tripod. Selfies are strictly prohibited by the State Department.

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

A U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2 by 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size. The image must be printed in color on high-quality, uncreased photo paper with a matte or glossy finish. 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, the State Department does not allow glasses in 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 or medical reasons. If you wear a permitted head covering, it must not obscure your hairline or cast shadows on your face.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' expressions and head positions. No other people can be in the photo, so California parents often lay babies on their backs on a plain white blanket to take the picture. It is acceptable if a newborn's eyes are not entirely open, though older children must look directly at the camera.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo every time you renew your U.S. passport. The State Department requires your photo to have been taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Using an old photo, even if your appearance hasn't changed much, will likely cause your application to be delayed or rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Processing times fluctuate throughout the year based on seasonal demand. Currently, routine processing can take up to six weeks, while expedited service typically takes two to three weeks. These estimates do not include mailing times, so Escondido residents should apply well in advance of any planned international travel.

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

The closest regional facility is the San Diego Passport Agency, located about 30 miles south of Escondido. This agency does not accept routine applications and operates strictly by appointment. You can only book a visit if you have a life-or-death emergency or require urgent international travel within the next 14 days.

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