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BUFFALO GROVE, IL · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Buffalo Grove, Illinois

With Perfect Passport, you can easily take compliant passport photos at home using your phone.

If you prefer an in-person visit, we have compiled a list of 11 local chain locations in the Buffalo Grove area below. However, you can save time by using Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo right from your living room. Both options will help you get ready for your upcoming international trip.

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RECOMMENDED · WORKS ANYWHERE IN BUFFALO GROVE

Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smartest Choice

For just $7.95, Perfect Passport lets you capture your picture from anywhere in Buffalo Grove without leaving the house. Our software ensures full State Department compliance by automatically checking the lighting, background, and sizing. If you need physical copies, we can ship them directly to your door for a few dollars more. Best of all, we offer a 100% money-back guarantee if your photo is rejected by passport officials.

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 Buffalo Grove.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

10 N Milwaukee Ave, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA

4.9 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 10 N Milwaukee Ave. 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
(847) 215-8346
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1225 W Dundee Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

4.8 · 16 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1225 W Dundee Rd. 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–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 368-1998
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1701 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

4.8 · 9 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1701 N Buffalo Grove 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 8a–10p · Sun 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 955-9361
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1199 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA

4.2 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1199 W Dundee Rd. 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–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 465-8682
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

15 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

4.1 · 16 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 15 N Buffalo Grove Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 6a–12a · Tue 6a–12a · Wed 6a–12a · Thu 6a–12a · Fri 6a–12a · Sat 6a–12a · Sun 6a–12a
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 520-7220
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The UPS Store

Chain

113 McHenry Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

3.9 · 143 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 113 McHenry Rd. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8:30a–7p · Tue 8:30a–7p · Wed 8:30a–7p · Thu 8:30a–7p · Fri 8:30a–7p · Sat 10a–4p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(847) 459-7060
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

117 W Rand Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA

3.6 · 94 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 117 W Rand Rd. 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 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price
$14.95
Phone
(847) 670-4100
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The UPS Store

Chain

318 W Half Day Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

3.5 · 101 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 318 W Half Day Rd. 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 9a–3p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(847) 913-0335
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Walgreens

Chain

1701 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

3.1 · 79 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1701 N Buffalo Grove 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 8a–10p · Sun 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 955-9361
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

76 W Dundee Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

3.0 · 111 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 76 W Dundee Rd. 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
(847) 459-8008
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CVS Photo

Chain

20 E Dundee Rd, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089, USA

2.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 20 E Dundee Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 7a–12a · Tue 7a–12a · Wed 7a–12a · Thu 7a–12a · Fri 7a–12a · Sat 7a–12a · Sun 7a–12a
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 459-3800
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Buffalo Grove.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60605 · About 30 miles southeast of Buffalo Grove

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Buffalo Grove edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Buffalo Grove?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from the comfort of your Buffalo Grove home. You just need a smartphone, good lighting, and a plain white or off-white background. Services like Perfect Passport can help ensure your picture meets all federal requirements before you submit it.

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 in size. The image must be printed in color 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. Digital photos must be at least 600 by 600 pixels.

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

No, you must remove your eyeglasses for your U.S. passport photo, 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. In all cases, your full face must be visible without any shadows.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic size and background requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' poses. A baby does not need to look directly at the camera, and their eyes can be closed or partially open. You can lay your infant on a plain white sheet or drape a car seat with a white cloth to get the right background.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new, updated photo every time you apply for or renew a U.S. passport. The State Department requires your picture to have been taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Using an old photo from a previous passport will result in your application being delayed or rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about six to eight weeks from the time the State Department receives your application. If you pay for expedited service, the processing time is reduced to roughly two to three weeks. Keep in mind that mailing times to and from the processing center can add a few extra weeks to the total wait.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to Buffalo Grove?

The closest regional facility is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 30 miles southeast of Buffalo Grove in downtown Chicago. This agency only accepts visitors by appointment for travelers facing life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days. For routine processing, you should use a local Illinois acceptance facility or renew by mail instead.

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