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MERRILLVILLE, IN · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Merrillville, Indiana

Skip the lines and take your passport photo at home with Perfect Passport today.

Whether you prefer visiting one of the 7 local chain pharmacies in Merrillville or taking your photo from the comfort of your couch, you have plenty of choices. Perfect Passport offers a convenient home option, while the walk-in locations listed below provide traditional in-person service. Choose the method that best fits your schedule and travel needs.

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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 Merrillville using just your smartphone. For only $7.95, our experts ensure your picture meets all strict State Department compliance guidelines before it is finalized. If you need physical copies, we can ship prints directly to your door for $12.95. Best of all, we offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is ever 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 Merrillville.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

6097 Broadway, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA

5.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 6097 Broadway. 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
(219) 980-5223
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

10920 Randolph St Walgreens, Crown Point, IN 46307, USA

4.7 · 6 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 10920 Randolph 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
(219) 661-8117
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

732 W Old Ridge Rd, Hobart, IN 46342, USA

4.5 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 732 W Old Ridge 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
(219) 942-8517
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

400 W Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA

4.3 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 400 W Lincoln Hwy. 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
(219) 736-1372
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

95 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA

3.5 · 129 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 95 81st Ave. 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
(219) 738-1288
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The UPS Store

Chain

417 81st Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA

3.5 · 112 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 417 81st Ave. 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–2:30p · Sun Closed
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(219) 750-9597
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Walmart Photo Center

Chain

2936 E 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410, USA

3.4 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 2936 E 79th Ave. 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
(219) 942-9030
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Merrillville.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly 101 W. Congress Parkway) 9th Floor Chicago, IL 60605 · 42 mi NW of Merrillville

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Merrillville edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Merrillville?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from your home in Merrillville using a smartphone or digital camera. Just ensure you have good lighting, a plain white background, and someone else to take the picture, as selfies are not permitted by the State Department.

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 printed in color on high-quality photo 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.

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

No, glasses are not allowed in U.S. passport photos, 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.

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 can be photographed lying on a plain white sheet or in a car seat covered with a white cloth, and their eyes do not need to be fully open for newborns.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new passport photo every time you apply for or renew your U.S. passport. The State Department requires the 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, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add up to two additional weeks on each end of the process.

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

The closest regional facility is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 42 miles away from Merrillville in downtown Chicago. This agency is only available by appointment for travelers facing life-or-death emergencies or those with urgent international travel within 14 days.

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