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WATERLOO, IA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Where to Get Passport Photos in Waterloo, Iowa

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

If you prefer an in-person experience, we have compiled a list of local walk-in options like CVS and USPS around Waterloo. However, you can also save time by using Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your own home.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smartest Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in Waterloo for just $7.95. Our software ensures your picture meets all State Department compliance requirements before you submit it. If your photo is ever rejected by the passport agency, we offer a full money-back guarantee. It is the easiest way to check this task off your travel to-do list.

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 Waterloo.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

3910 University Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA

4.8 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3910 University Ave. 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) 236-9927
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

913 N Market St, Waterloo, IL 62298, USA

4.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 913 N Market 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) 939-9944
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

2509 White Tail Dr, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, USA

4.7 · 6 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2509 White Tail Dr. 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 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(319) 553-0206
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Walmart Photo Center

Chain

1334 Flammang Dr, Waterloo, IA 50702, USA

4.6 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 1334 Flammang Dr. Two 2×2 prints at the Photo Center

Hours
Mon 9a–8p · Tue 9a–8p · Wed 9a–8p · Thu 9a–8p · Fri 9a–8p · Sat 9a–8p · Sun 10a–8p
Price
$7.44
Phone
(319) 287-3887
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

111 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA

4.3 · 20 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 111 W Ridgeway Ave. 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
(319) 433-0490
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1850 Logan Ave, Waterloo, IA 50703, USA

4.0 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1850 Logan Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 8a–8p · Tue 8a–8p · Wed 8a–8p · Thu 8a–8p · Fri 8a–8p · Sat 8a–8p · Sun 8a–8p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(319) 296-7761
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Walgreens

Chain

111 W Ridgeway Ave, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA

2.9 · 144 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 111 W Ridgeway Ave. 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
(319) 433-0490
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United States Postal Service

Chain

300 Sycamore St, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA

2.6 · 100 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 300 Sycamore 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 Closed · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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Independent studios in Waterloo

Waterloo Public Library

Local studio

415 Commercial St, Waterloo, IA 50701, USA

4.6 · 150 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The Waterloo Public Library is a public community center in Waterloo, Iowa, that provides various civic services, including passport photos for travelers. Walk-in customers can expect convenient photo services available seven days a week during regular library hours. Those interested in obtaining a passport photo should call for pricing and to confirm staff availability before visiting.

Hours
Mon 9a–7p · Tue 9a–7p · Wed 9a–7p · Thu 9a–7p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun 12–5p
Price
Varies
Phone
(319) 291-4476
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Waterloo.

Minneapolis Passport Agency

212 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55401 · Approx. 200 miles north of Waterloo

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Waterloo edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Waterloo?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from your home in Waterloo using a smartphone or digital camera. Just ensure you have good lighting, a plain white background, and use a service to verify it meets federal guidelines.

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

Your passport photo must be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm) in size and printed on high-quality matte or glossy photo paper. The image must be in color, clear, and taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance.

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. Hats and head coverings are also not allowed 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 federal requirements are the same, but infants are not required to maintain a perfectly neutral expression or look directly at the camera. When photographing a baby in Waterloo, you can lay them on a plain white blanket to ensure the background is compliant without anyone else 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 the image to be taken within the last six months so it accurately represents how you look today.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about 4 to 6 weeks from the time your application is received. If you pay for expedited service, the processing time is reduced to 2 to 3 weeks, not including mailing times.

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

The closest regional facility is the Minneapolis Passport Agency, located about 200 miles north of Waterloo. This agency is only for urgent international travel within 14 days or life-or-death emergencies, and you must schedule an appointment in advance.

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