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SOUTH BEND, IN · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in South Bend, Indiana

Skip the pharmacy lines and take your State Department-compliant passport photo at home with Perfect Passport.

If you prefer to get your picture taken in person, we have compiled a list of local South Bend pharmacies, post offices, and studios below. You can also choose to use Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your own home. It is a convenient alternative that lets you handle your passport application on your own schedule.

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RECOMMENDED · WORKS ANYWHERE IN SOUTH BEND

Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smartest Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in South Bend for just $7.95. Our software automatically checks your image against strict State Department compliance rules to ensure it meets all federal requirements. If your photo is ever rejected by the passport agency, we offer a full money-back guarantee.

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 South Bend.

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

National chains

CVS Photo

Chain

2210 Edison Rd, South Bend, IN 46615, USA

5.0 · 6 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 2210 Edison 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
(574) 472-3234
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

52482 State Hwy 933, South Bend, IN 46637, USA

4.8 · 29 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 52482 State Hwy 933. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

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
(574) 271-0357
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1010 E Ireland Rd, South Bend, IN 46614, USA

4.8 · 15 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1010 E Ireland Rd. 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
(574) 299-0154
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

2845 Cleveland Rd, South Bend, IN 46628, USA

4.8 · 6 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2845 Cleveland Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 9a–9p · Tue 9a–9p · Wed 9a–9p · Thu 9a–9p · Fri 9a–9p · Sat 9a–9p · Sun 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(574) 277-1538
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1351 N Ironwood Dr, South Bend, IN 46615, USA

4.5 · 18 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1351 N Ironwood Dr. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

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
(574) 234-5046
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

52991 State Hwy 933 Ste C, South Bend, IN 46637, USA

4.0 · 35 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 52991 State Hwy 933 Ste C. 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 11a–5p · Sun Closed
Price
$14.95
Phone
(574) 271-6939
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CVS Photo

Chain

2101 E Ireland Rd, South Bend, IN 46614, USA

4.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 2101 E Ireland Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–10p · Tue 8a–10p · Wed 8a–10p · Thu 8a–10p · Fri 8a–11p · Sat 8a–11p · Sun 10a–8p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(574) 291-1303
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

2202 South Bend Ave C, South Bend, IN 46635, USA

3.8 · 77 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 2202 South Bend Ave C. 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
(574) 271-0398
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The UPS Store

Chain

3903 Portage Rd Ste C, South Bend, IN 46628, USA

3.6 · 137 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 3903 Portage Rd Ste C. 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 8:30a–2:30p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(574) 271-8555
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United States Postal Service

Chain

4015 S Main St, South Bend, IN 46614, USA

3.6 · 65 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 4015 S Main St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 9a–4p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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United States Postal Service

Chain

424 S Michigan St, South Bend, IN 46601, USA

3.3 · 75 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 424 S Michigan St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 7:45a–5:30p · Tue 7:45a–5:30p · Wed 7:45a–5:30p · Thu 7:45a–5:30p · Fri 7:45a–5:30p · Sat 7:45a–2p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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Independent studios in South Bend

Gene's Camera

Local studio

513 Lincoln Way W, South Bend, IN 46601, USA

4.7 · 329 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Gene's Camera is a local photography store in South Bend, Indiana, offering professional passport photo services alongside their regular camera retail. Walk-in customers can expect quick, compliant photos taken during standard business hours, Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for current pricing and availability.

Hours
Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–4p · Sun Closed
Price
Varies
Phone
(574) 234-2278
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to South Bend.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive, 9th Floor, Chicago, IL 60605-1074 · Approx. 90 miles west of South Bend

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, South Bend edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in South Bend?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in South Bend as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure proper lighting without shadows, and print it at exactly 2x2 inches. Services like Perfect Passport make this easy by verifying your selfie against official requirements.

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

Your U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm) in size. The image must be printed in color on high-quality, uncreased 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, you cannot wear glasses in your U.S. passport photo, even if you wear them daily in South Bend. 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 requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' expressions and head positions. When taking a baby's passport photo in South Bend, ensure no other people or hands are visible in the frame. You can lay the infant on a plain white sheet or drape a car seat with a white cloth.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo when renewing your U.S. passport. The State Department requires your passport photo to have been taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Even if you haven't changed much since your last Indiana driver's license or passport photo, an updated picture is mandatory.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes 4 to 6 weeks, not including mailing times which can add up to two additional weeks. If you pay for expedited service, processing takes 2 to 3 weeks. Hoosiers planning international trips should apply well in advance of their departure date.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to South Bend?

The closest regional U.S. Passport Agency to South Bend is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 90 miles west. This facility is strictly for urgent travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and you must schedule an appointment in advance. For routine processing, you can use a local acceptance facility in Indiana.

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