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MARION, IN · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your U.S. Passport Photos in Marion, Indiana

Skip the lines and easily take your passport photo at home using Perfect Passport.

Marion residents can visit several local chain locations like CVS and Walgreens for traditional walk-in passport photos. Alternatively, you can use Perfect Passport to snap a compliant picture right from your smartphone. Compare the local options below to find the most convenient solution for your schedule.

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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 Marion using just your smartphone. For only $7.95, our software ensures your picture meets all strict State Department compliance standards before you submit it. If you prefer physical copies, you can get prints shipped directly to your door for $12.95. Best of all, we offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is ever rejected by the passport agency.

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 Marion.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1225 7th Ave Walgreens, Marion, IA 52302, USA

4.9 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1225 7th Ave Walgreens. 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 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(319) 373-5415
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1710 W Deyoung St, Marion, IL 62959, USA

4.9 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1710 W Deyoung 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
(618) 998-1603
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1323 N Baldwin Ave Walgreens, Marion, IN 46952, USA

4.6 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1323 N Baldwin Ave 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
(765) 664-2434
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The UPS Store

Chain

1301 S Baldwin Ave, Marion, IN 46953, USA

4.4 · 77 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1301 S Baldwin Ave. 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 9a–3p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(765) 573-5430
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CVS Pharmacy

Chain

415 W 3rd St, Marion, IN 46952, USA

3.9 · 67 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 415 W 3rd St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–1:30p, 2–8p · Tue 8a–1:30p, 2–8p · Wed 8a–1:30p, 2–8p · Thu 8a–1:30p, 2–8p · Fri 8a–1:30p, 2–8p · Sat 9a–1:30p, 2–5p · Sun 10a–1:30p, 2–5p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(765) 662-1316
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CVS

Chain

4630 S Washington St, Marion, IN 46953, USA

3.5 · 58 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 4630 S Washington St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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
(765) 674-5085
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CVS

Chain

415 W 3rd St, Marion, IN 46952, USA

3.2 · 114 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 415 W 3rd St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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
(765) 662-1316
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United States Postal Service

Chain

202 W 3rd St, Marion, IN 46952, USA

3.1 · 63 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 202 W 3rd St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8:30a–5p · Tue 8:30a–5p · Wed 8:30a–5p · Thu 8:30a–5p · Fri 8:30a–5p · Sat 8:30a–12p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Marion.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly 101 W. Congress Parkway) 9th Floor Chicago, IL 60605 · Approx. 166 miles NW of Marion

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Marion edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Marion?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from anywhere in Marion using your smartphone. Just ensure you have good lighting and a plain white background to meet federal requirements. Services like Perfect Passport can help verify that your homemade photo is fully compliant.

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

A U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm) in size. The image must be 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. Digital photos must be high-resolution, uncompressed, and free of digital alterations.

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

No, the State Department strictly prohibits wearing glasses in your passport photo, even if you wear them daily in Marion. Hats and head coverings are also forbidden unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious or medical reasons. Your full face must be clearly visible without any shadows.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic size and lighting rules are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' expressions and head positions. If you are photographing a baby in Marion, you can lay them on a plain white blanket or drape a white sheet over their car seat. Ensure 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 every time you renew your U.S. passport. The State Department requires your picture to have been taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Even if you look exactly the same as you did when you last renewed in Indiana, an older photo will be rejected.

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 federal processing times do not include the time it takes for your application to travel by mail from Indiana to the processing center. It is highly recommended to apply well in advance of your planned international trip.

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

The closest regional facility for urgent travel is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 166 miles northwest of Marion. This agency only accepts appointments for life-or-death emergencies or if you have confirmed international travel within 14 days. For routine processing, you can simply use a local acceptance facility in Grant County.

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