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WAUKEE, IA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Waukee, Iowa

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

Waukee residents have several options for getting a passport photo, including 8 local chain locations and 1 independent studio listed below. However, the most convenient choice is Perfect Passport, which lets you snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your own home.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Best Option

With Perfect Passport, you can easily take your photo from anywhere in Waukee using just your smartphone. For only $7.95, our software ensures your image meets all strict State Department compliance rules 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 rejected for any reason.

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 Waukee.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1999 Grand Ave Walgreens, West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA

5.0 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1999 Grand Ave 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 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(515) 222-1546
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

4600 86th St, Urbandale, IA 50322, USA

4.3 · 12 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 4600 86th St. 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
(515) 252-7355
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

12753 University Ave, Clive, IA 50325, USA

4.2 · 54 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 12753 University 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
(515) 226-1786
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

15601 Hickman Rd Walgreens, Clive, IA 50325, USA

4.2 · 18 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 15601 Hickman Rd Walgreens. 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
(515) 987-6807
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1660 22nd St, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA

4.1 · 20 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1660 22nd 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 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(515) 223-9699
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The UPS Store

Chain

2800 University Ave Suite 420, West Des Moines, IA 50266, USA

3.7 · 80 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 2800 University Ave Suite 420. 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 9:30a–3p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(515) 221-9744
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United States Postal Service

Chain

500 W Hickman Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA

3.1 · 74 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 500 W Hickman Rd. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8a–4:30p · Tue 8a–4:30p · Wed 8a–4:30p · Thu 8a–4:30p · Fri 8a–4:30p · Sat 9:30a–12p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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CVS Photo

Chain

14201 Hickman Rd, Urbandale, IA 50323, USA

3.1 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 14201 Hickman Rd. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–10p · Tue 8a–10p · Wed 8a–10p · Thu 8a–10p · Fri 8a–10p · Sat 8a–10p · Sun 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(515) 987-8080
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Independent studios in Waukee

Fox Ship - FedEx, UPS, International, Freight

Local studio

731 SE Alice's Rd, Waukee, IA 50263, USA

5.0 · 68 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Fox Ship is a highly-rated shipping and freight center in Waukee, Iowa, that handles FedEx, UPS, and international deliveries. Walk-in customers can conveniently get their passport photos taken on-site during regular business hours, Monday through Saturday. Please call the store directly for current passport photo pricing.

Hours
Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 9a–2p · Sun Closed
Price
Varies
Phone
(515) 414-6722
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FAQ

Passport photo questions, Waukee edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Waukee?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Waukee as long as it meets all federal requirements. Services like Perfect Passport make this easy by automatically checking your photo against State Department guidelines.

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 in color, printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper, and feature a plain white or off-white background.

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 banned 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 rules are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infant poses. No other person can be in the photo, so parents in Waukee often find it easiest to lay their baby on a plain white sheet at home.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo taken within the last six months when renewing your passport. Even if your appearance hasn't changed significantly, reusing an old photo will cause your application to be rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about 4 to 6 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. Mailing times can add up to four additional weeks to the total turnaround time, so Iowans should plan their international travel accordingly.

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

The closest regional U.S. Passport Agency to Waukee is the Minneapolis Passport Agency, located over 250 miles away in Minnesota. Because of the distance, most Iowans only make the drive for life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days.

Skip the drive. Make a passport photo in Waukee from your phone.

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