MERCED, CA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Where to Get Passport Photos in Merced, California

Skip the lines and use Perfect Passport to take your compliant photo right at home.

Merced offers several convenient walk-in locations for passport photos, including local pharmacies, post offices, and independent photography studios. However, if you want to save time, our home option lets you snap a perfect, federally compliant photo using just your smartphone. Browse the local options below or try our digital service to get it done today.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smartest Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in Merced for just $7.95. Our software automatically checks your image against strict State Department compliance rules to ensure it meets all federal guidelines. If you need physical copies, we can ship high-quality prints directly to your door. Plus, we offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is ever rejected by passport officials.

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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 Merced.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

3098 G St Walgreens, Merced, CA 95340, USA

4.5 · 31 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3098 G St Walgreens. 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: (209) 385-3438

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Walmart Photo Center

Chain

3055 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348, USA

4.3 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 3055 Loughborough Dr. Two 2×2 prints at the Photo Center

Hours: Mon 6a–11p · Tue 6a–11p · Wed 6a–11p · Thu 6a–11p · Fri 6a–11p · Sat 6a–11p · Sun 6a–11p
Price: $7.44
Phone: (209) 384-1244

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The UPS Store

Chain

3144 G St Ste 125, Merced, CA 95340, USA

4.2 · 134 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 3144 G St Ste 125. 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 10a–3:30p · Sun 10a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (209) 723-8543

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United States Postal Service

Chain

415A W 18th St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

3.7 · 17 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 415A W 18th St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 10a–12p, 1–4:30p · Tue 10a–12p, 1–4:30p · Wed 10a–12p, 1–4:30p · Thu 10a–12p, 1–4:30p · Fri 10a–12p, 1–4:30p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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Walmart

Chain

3055 Loughborough Dr, Merced, CA 95348, USA

3.6 · 5,955 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 3055 Loughborough Dr. Two 2×2 prints at the Photo Center

Hours: Mon 6a–11p · Tue 6a–11p · Wed 6a–11p · Thu 6a–11p · Fri 6a–11p · Sat 6a–11p · Sun 6a–11p
Price: $7.44
Phone: (209) 384-1275

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1640 R St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

3.6 · 10 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1640 R St. 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: (209) 722-1645

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CVS

Chain

1970 Yosemite Pkwy, Merced, CA 95341, USA

3.4 · 84 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1970 Yosemite Pkwy. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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: (209) 726-4113

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United States Postal Service

Chain

2334 M St, Merced, CA 95340, USA

3.3 · 143 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 2334 M St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 9a–5p · Tue 9a–5p · Wed 9a–5p · Thu 9a–5p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat 10a–4p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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CVS

Chain

649 W Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95348, USA

2.7 · 130 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 649 W Olive Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours: Mon 8a–9p · Tue 8a–9p · Wed 8a–9p · Thu 8a–9p · Fri 8a–10p · Sat 8a–9p · Sun 8a–9p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (209) 723-4303

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Independent studios in Merced

Q Image Studios

Local studio

@BEAR CREEK GALLERIA, 2812 G St suite #1, Merced, CA 95348, USA

4.9 · 189 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Q Image Studios is a photography studio located inside the Bear Creek Galleria in Merced, California. Walk-in customers can expect convenient passport photo services available seven days a week from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Customers are encouraged to call for pricing before visiting.

Hours: Mon 11a–7p · Tue 11a–7p · Wed 11a–7p · Thu 11a–7p · Fri 11a–7p · Sat 11a–7p · Sun 11a–7p
Price: Varies
Phone: (209) 495-4001

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Postal Connections - Merced

Local studio

731 E Yosemite Ave, Merced, CA 95340, USA

3.9 · 65 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Postal Connections is a shipping and mailing center located in Merced, California, that offers on-the-spot passport photo services. Walk-in customers can easily get their photos taken during regular business hours, Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for current pricing and to confirm availability.

Hours: Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (209) 388-9386

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Merced.

San Francisco Passport Agency

450 Golden Gate Ave, 3rd Floor, Suite 3-2501, San Francisco, CA 94102 · 130 miles northwest of Merced

Appointments are strictly required and only available for travelers with urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Merced edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Merced?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo at home in Merced using your smartphone. Just ensure you have good lighting, a plain white background, and someone else to take the picture. Services like Perfect Passport can then format and verify it to meet all federal requirements.

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 in color, printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper, and your head must measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from the bottom of the chin to the top of the 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 every day. 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 core 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 Merced, you can lay them on a plain white blanket or drape a car seat with a white sheet, ensuring no other people or hands are in the frame.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo when renewing your passport. The State Department requires your passport photo to be 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 4 to 6 weeks, not including mailing times. If you pay for expedited service, processing takes 2 to 3 weeks.

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

The closest regional facility is the San Francisco Passport Agency, located about 130 miles northwest of Merced. This agency is strictly for urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and you must make an appointment by calling the National Passport Information Center.

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