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LA QUINTA, CA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in La Quinta, California

Skip the lines and take your State Department-compliant passport photo at home with Perfect Passport.

If you prefer an in-person experience, there are several walk-in pharmacies and studios around La Quinta listed below. However, you can also use Perfect Passport to capture a compliant photo right from your smartphone. It is a convenient way to handle your application without leaving your house.

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The Easiest Way to Get Your Passport Photo in La Quinta

With Perfect Passport, you can take your picture from anywhere in La Quinta for just $7.95. Our software ensures your image is fully State Department compliant before you submit it. If your photo is rejected for any reason, 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 La Quinta.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

80925 CA-111, Indio, CA 92201, USA

5.0 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 80925 CA-111. 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
(760) 347-8274
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The UPS Store

Chain

79-405 US Hwy 111 #9, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA

3.5 · 203 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 79-405 US Hwy 111 #9. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8a–6p · Tue 8a–6p · Wed 8a–6p · Thu 8a–6p · Fri 8a–6p · Sat 8a–4p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(760) 771-6311
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

79174 CA-111 Suite 102, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA

3.4 · 51 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 79174 CA-111 Suite 102. 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 10a–6p · Sun Closed
Price
$14.95
Phone
(760) 564-4016
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Walmart Photo Center

Chain

79295 CA-111, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA

3.2 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 79295 CA-111. Two 2×2 prints at the Photo Center

Hours
Mon 9a–8p · Tue 9a–8p · Wed 9a–8p · Thu 9a–8p · Fri 9a–8p · Sat 9a–8p · Sun 10a–8p
Price
$7.44
Phone
(760) 564-2484
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Walgreens

Chain

47900 Washington St, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA

3.0 · 104 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 47900 Washington St. 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–11p · Sun 7a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(760) 771-1526
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United States Postal Service

Chain

79125 Corporate Centre Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA

2.8 · 106 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 79125 Corporate Centre Dr. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8a–5p · Tue 8a–5p · Wed 8a–5p · Thu 8a–5p · Fri 8a–5p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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Independent studios in La Quinta

Welty's Postal Connection

Local studio

42215 Washington St Ste. A, Palm Desert, CA 92211, USA

4.1 · 32 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Welty's Postal Connection is a local shipping and postal service center that also provides passport photography for the La Quinta and Palm Desert area. Walk-in customers can expect convenient, on-the-spot passport photo services available Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for current pricing and specific wait times.

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) 345-2211
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to La Quinta.

Los Angeles Passport Agency

11000 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 1000, Los Angeles, CA 90024 · 130 miles west of La Quinta

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, La Quinta edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in La Quinta?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo from the comfort of your La Quinta home as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure proper lighting without shadows, and have someone else take the picture or use a tripod.

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

The State Department requires your printed passport photo to be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm). Your head must measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head, and the image must be printed on high-quality, uncreased photo paper.

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 in California. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn continuously for religious or medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic size and background rules apply to infants, but the State Department is slightly more lenient regarding their posture and facial expressions. When photographing a baby in La Quinta, you can lay them on a plain white sheet, ensuring 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 renew your U.S. passport. The State Department requires the image 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?

According to the State Department, routine passport processing currently takes 4 to 6 weeks. If you choose expedited service, the processing time is reduced to 2 to 3 weeks, not including mailing times to and from the facility.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to La Quinta?

The closest regional facilities for urgent travel are the Los Angeles Passport Agency and the San Diego Passport Agency, both located about 130 miles away. These agencies require an appointment and only assist travelers with international flights within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies.

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