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COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Passport Photos in Council Bluffs, Iowa

Use Perfect Passport to take your compliant photo at home, or visit a local pharmacy.

Council Bluffs offers several convenient walk-in locations for passport photos, including eight local chain pharmacies and shipping centers. If you prefer to skip the trip entirely, you can use Perfect Passport to capture a compliant photo right from your smartphone. Both options ensure you have the required documentation for your upcoming international travel.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Right Default

With Perfect Passport, you can easily take your photo from anywhere in Council Bluffs using just your smartphone. For only $7.95, you receive a digital image that meets all State Department compliance guidelines, or you can opt for shipped prints for $12.95. Our software automatically checks your photo against federal requirements to ensure it will be accepted. If your photo is rejected for any reason, we provide a full money-back guarantee.

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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 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 Council Bluffs.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

301 Bennett Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

4.7 · 6 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 301 Bennett Ave. 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
(712) 325-0619
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

535 E Broadway Walgreens, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

4.5 · 10 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 535 E Broadway Walgreens. 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
(712) 329-0930
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

2508 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA

4.3 · 58 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2508 W Broadway. 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
(712) 328-2266
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CVS

Chain

545 W Washington Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

3.4 · 67 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 545 W Washington Ave. 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 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(712) 352-4152
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Walgreens

Chain

301 Bennett Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

3.3 · 55 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 301 Bennett Ave. 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
(712) 325-0619
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Walgreens

Chain

2508 W Broadway, Council Bluffs, IA 51501, USA

3.2 · 136 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2508 W Broadway. 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
(712) 328-2266
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Walgreens

Chain

535 E Broadway Walgreens, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

3.2 · 124 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 535 E Broadway Walgreens. 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
(712) 329-0930
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United States Postal Service

Chain

1441 Mall Dr Ste 100, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

2.8 · 112 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 1441 Mall Dr Ste 100. 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 9a–12p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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ACCEPTANCE FACILITIES

Where to file your passport application in Council Bluffs.

First-time and certain renewal applications must be submitted in person at a State Department acceptance facility — typically a post office, library, or county clerk. Many also take the photo on site.

US Post Office

Acceptance facility

1745 Madison Ave, Council Bluffs, IA 51503, USA

4.2 · 13 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 1745 Madison Ave. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 7a–10p · Tue 7a–10p · Wed 7a–10p · Thu 7a–10p · Fri 7a–10p · Sat 7a–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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FAQ

Passport photo questions, Council Bluffs edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Council Bluffs?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Council Bluffs as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You cannot submit a standard selfie, so it is best to have someone else take the picture or use a tripod. Services like Perfect Passport can help ensure your homemade photo is properly cropped 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. The image must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper, and your head must measure between 1 and 1.375 inches from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head. Digital photos must be at least 600 by 600 pixels.

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. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited 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 requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infant poses. A baby can be photographed lying down on a plain white sheet or sitting in a car seat draped with a white cloth. No other people, including parents' hands, can be visible in the frame.

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 that your passport photo be taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Using an old photo, even if it was accepted previously, will cause your renewal application to be delayed or rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about six to eight weeks from the time the application is received. If you pay for expedited service, the processing time is reduced to roughly two to three weeks. Mailing times can add several additional weeks to the total turnaround, so Council Bluffs residents should apply well in advance of any planned travel.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to Council Bluffs?

There is no regional U.S. Passport Agency located in Iowa or Nebraska. The closest regional agencies for urgent, life-or-death travel are located in Minneapolis and Chicago, both of which are over 350 miles away from Council Bluffs. For routine applications and renewals, you can simply use a local acceptance facility like a post office or apply by mail.

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