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LAKE IN THE HILLS, IL · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Passport Photos in Lake in the Hills, Illinois

Skip the pharmacy line and easily take your passport photo at home with Perfect Passport.

While Lake in the Hills offers 8 chain locations like CVS and Walgreens for walk-in service, there are currently no independent photography studios in town. Fortunately, you can skip the trip entirely and use Perfect Passport to capture a compliant photo right from your smartphone.

See walk-in options in Lake in the Hills ↓
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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 Lake in the Hills for just $7.95. Our software ensures your image meets all strict State Department compliance standards before you submit it. If your photo is ever rejected, we offer a full money-back guarantee. You can even opt to have physical prints shipped directly to your door.

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 Lake in the Hills.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1301 E Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102, USA

4.8 · 13 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1301 E Algonquin Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 8a–9p · Tue 8a–9p · Wed 8a–9p · Thu 8a–9p · Fri 8a–9p · Sat 8a–9p · Sun 8a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 658-2904
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CVS Photo

Chain

177 W Virginia St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA

4.8 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 177 W Virginia St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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
(815) 444-4603
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

9950 IL-47, Huntley, IL 60142, USA

4.5 · 10 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 9950 IL-47. 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
(847) 669-7590
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

151 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA

4.4 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 151 Northwest Hwy. 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
(815) 455-2460
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

100 N Randall Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156, USA

4.1 · 15 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 100 N 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–11p · Sun 7a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(847) 658-7051
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

4001 Algonquin Rd, Algonquin, IL 60102, USA

4.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 4001 Algonquin 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 7a–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(224) 569-2582
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CVS Photo

Chain

4511 Algonquin Rd, Lake in the Hills, IL 60156, USA

3.7 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 4511 Algonquin Rd. 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
(847) 669-3852
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CVS Photo

Chain

1305 N Randall Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60014, USA

2.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1305 N Randall Rd. 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
(815) 356-0386
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Lake in the Hills.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly 101 W. Congress Parkway) 9th Floor Chicago, IL 60605 · Approx. 45 miles SE of Lake in the Hills

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Lake in the Hills edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Lake in the Hills?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo from the comfort of your Lake in the Hills home as long as it meets federal guidelines. You just need a smartphone, good lighting, and a plain white or off-white background. Services like Perfect Passport can help ensure your image is perfectly formatted for acceptance.

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

The State Department requires all passport photos to be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm) in size. The image must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper and feature your head sized 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, glasses are not permitted in U.S. passport photos, even if you wear them daily. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you provide a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious or medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic size and background rules 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 you can lay them on a plain white sheet to take the photo. Make sure 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, recent photo every time you apply for or renew a U.S. passport. The photo must have been 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 about 6 to 8 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add several weeks to the total door-to-door process.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to Lake in the Hills?

The closest regional facility is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 45 miles southeast in downtown Chicago. This agency is strictly for urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and you must schedule an appointment by phone in advance.

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