ELGIN, IL · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Elgin, Illinois

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Elgin residents have several reliable choices for passport photos, from local pharmacies and post offices to independent photography studios. If you prefer to avoid the trip entirely, you can also use Perfect Passport to capture a compliant image right from your smartphone. Browse the walk-in locations below or try the convenient home option to get your application moving.

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With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in Elgin using just your smartphone for only $7.95. Our software automatically checks your image against strict State Department compliance rules to ensure it meets all federal requirements. If you need physical copies, we can ship printed photos directly to your door. Plus, 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 Elgin.

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

National chains

The UPS Store

Chain

1050 Summit St # B, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

4.7 · 103 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1050 Summit St # B. 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: (224) 535-8018

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1201 W Spring St Walgreens, South Elgin, IL 60177, USA

4.5 · 44 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1201 W Spring St Walgreens. 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) 695-0556

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

600 Villa St Walgreens, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

4.5 · 34 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 600 Villa St Walgreens. 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) 695-7727

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

290 S Randall Rd, South Elgin, IL 60177, USA

4.2 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 290 S Randall 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) 289-1095

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The UPS Store

Chain

847 S Randall Rd, Elgin, IL 60123, USA

4.0 · 224 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 847 S Randall Rd. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours: Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun 11a–4p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (847) 717-3249

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CVS Photo

Chain

500 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

4.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 500 Dundee Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours: Mon 8a–11p · Tue 8a–11p · Wed 8a–11p · Thu 8a–11p · Fri 8a–11p · Sat 8a–11p · Sun 8a–11p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (847) 695-2398

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

2415 W Bowes Rd Suite 104, Elgin, IL 60123, USA

3.9 · 76 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 2415 W Bowes Rd Suite 104. 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 12–6p
Price: $14.95
Phone: (847) 622-1505

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

210 N 8th St, West Dundee, IL 60118, USA

3.9 · 43 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 210 N 8th St. 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) 836-4650

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1700 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123, USA

3.9 · 16 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1700 Larkin Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

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: (847) 695-1158

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United States Postal Service

Chain

66 Grove Ct, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

3.1 · 135 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 66 Grove Ct. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 8:30a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

815 Summit St, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

2.9 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 815 Summit 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: (847) 695-5847

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United States Postal Service

Chain

202 S Randall Rd B, Elgin, IL 60123, USA

2.7 · 70 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 202 S Randall Rd B. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 8:30a–6p · Tue 8:30a–6p · Wed 8:30a–6p · Thu 8:30a–6p · Fri 8:30a–6p · Sat 8:30a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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Independent studios in Elgin

Gail Borden Public Library District: Main Library

Local studio

270 N Grove Ave, Elgin, IL 60120, USA

4.7 · 630 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The Gail Borden Public Library District's Main Library is a public community hub located in Elgin, Illinois. Walk-in customers can conveniently access passport photo services during regular operating hours, which include evenings and weekends. Please call for pricing and to confirm specific availability before your visit.

Hours: Mon 9a–9p · Tue 9a–9p · Wed 9a–9p · Thu 9a–9p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 12–5p
Price: Varies
Phone: (847) 742-2411

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Gail Borden Public Library District: Rakow Branch

Local studio

2751 W Bowes Rd, Elgin, IL 60123, USA

4.5 · 73 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The Rakow Branch of the Gail Borden Public Library District is a public library in Elgin that provides passport photo services alongside its standard community resources. Walk-in customers can get their photos taken during regular operating hours, which include evening availability Monday through Thursday as well as weekend hours. Visitors are encouraged to call for pricing and to confirm staff availability before arriving.

Hours: Mon 9a–9p · Tue 9a–9p · Wed 9a–9p · Thu 9a–9p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 12–5p
Price: Varies
Phone: (847) 531-7271

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Elgin.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly 101 W. Congress Parkway) 9th Floor Chicago, IL 60605-1074 · About 40 miles southeast of Elgin

Appointments are strictly required and are reserved for life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Elgin edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Elgin?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Elgin as long as it meets all U.S. Department of State requirements. You cannot use a selfie, so you will need a friend or a tripod to take the picture. Services like Perfect Passport can help ensure your homemade photo is perfectly formatted and compliant.

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, printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper. The image must be in color, taken against a plain white or off-white background, and clearly show your full face. 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 every day. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious purposes or medical reasons. In all cases, your full face must be visible without any shadows cast by a head covering.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic photo requirements are the same for infants and children, but the State Department is slightly more lenient regarding their posture and expression. For babies, you can lay them on their back on a plain white blanket or drape a car seat with a white cloth. No other people, hands, or props can be visible in the photo with the child.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new, updated photo every time you renew your U.S. passport. The photo must have been taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Even if your appearance hasn't changed significantly, reusing an old passport photo will cause your application to be rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

As of 2026, routine passport processing takes 4 to 6 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add up to two weeks on each end of the process. It is highly recommended to apply well in advance of any planned international travel.

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

The closest regional facility is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 40 miles southeast of Elgin in downtown Chicago. This agency does not accept walk-ins and is exclusively for travelers who need a passport for urgent international travel within 14 days or a life-or-death emergency. For routine applications or renewals, you should use a local Elgin acceptance facility or apply by mail.

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