Passport Photos in Manhattan, Kansas

Yes, you can take your own passport photo from your home in Manhattan as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You'll need a plain white or off-white background, good lighting, and a friend or a tripod to take the picture, as selfies are not allowed.

The State Department requires your passport photo to be exactly 2 by 2 inches in size. The image must be printed in color on matte or glossy photo-quality paper, and your head must measure between 1 and 1.375 inches from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head.

No, glasses are strictly prohibited in U.S. passport photos, so you must remove them before taking your picture. Hats and head coverings are also not allowed unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious or medical reasons.

The basic photo requirements are the same for infants and children, but the State Department is slightly more lenient regarding their posture and expression. If you are photographing a baby in Manhattan, you can lay them on their back on a plain white blanket or drape a white sheet over a car seat.

Yes, you must submit a new, updated photo whenever you apply for a passport renewal. The State Department requires your photo to have been taken within the last six months to accurately reflect your current appearance.

Routine passport processing currently takes about six to eight weeks, while expedited service takes two to three weeks for an additional federal fee. Mailing times to and from the processing center can add a few extra weeks to the total turnaround time.

The closest official U.S. Passport Agencies for urgent travel are located in Colorado and Arkansas, both of which are over 400 miles away from Manhattan. Because these regional agencies require an appointment for life-or-death emergencies or travel within 14 days, most Kansas residents use standard mail or local acceptance facilities for routine processing.