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MELROSE, MA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Where to Get Passport Photos in Melrose, Massachusetts

Skip the lines and use Perfect Passport to take your compliant photo right at home.

Melrose residents have several local walk-in options for passport photos, including nearby pharmacies and shipping centers. However, if you want to avoid the trip entirely, Perfect Passport offers a convenient home alternative. You can snap a compliant photo with your smartphone without ever leaving your house.

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RECOMMENDED · WORKS ANYWHERE IN MELROSE

Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smart Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in Melrose for just $7.95. Our software ensures your picture meets all strict State Department compliance guidelines before you finalize it. If you prefer physical copies, we can ship prints directly to your door. Plus, we offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is ever rejected.

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 Melrose.

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

National chains

CVS Photo

Chain

575 Broadway, Malden, MA 02148, USA

4.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 575 Broadway. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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
(781) 321-1017
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CVS Photo

Chain

1075 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906, USA

4.7 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1075 Broadway. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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
(781) 233-2643
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1228 Broadway Ft110790-2686, Saugus, MA 01906, USA

4.5 · 26 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1228 Broadway Ft110790-2686. 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
(781) 233-6768
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

215 Beach St, Malden, MA 02148, USA

4.1 · 14 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 215 Beach St. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

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
(781) 324-4745
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CVS Photo

Chain

1080 Eastern Ave, Malden, MA 02148, USA

4.0 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1080 Eastern Ave. 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
(781) 322-5890
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CVS Pharmacy

Chain

516-522 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176, USA

3.9 · 25 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 516-522 Main St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–1:30p, 2–9p · Tue 8a–1:30p, 2–9p · Wed 8a–1:30p, 2–9p · Thu 8a–1:30p, 2–9p · Fri 8a–1:30p, 2–9p · Sat 9a–1:30p, 2–7p · Sun 10a–1:30p, 2–7p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(781) 665-7107
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The UPS Store

Chain

1268 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906, USA

3.6 · 113 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1268 Broadway. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8:30a–6:30p · Tue 8:30a–6:30p · Wed 8:30a–6:30p · Thu 8:30a–6:30p · Fri 8:30a–6:30p · Sat 10a–4p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(781) 558-1642
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

600 Broadway, Saugus, MA 01906, USA

3.5 · 75 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 600 Broadway. 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 10a–6p · Sun Closed
Price
$14.95
Phone
(781) 941-2300
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

185 Centre St, Malden, MA 02148, USA

3.2 · 20 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 185 Centre St. 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
(781) 321-1765
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CVS

Chain

516-522 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176, USA

3.0 · 72 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 516-522 Main St. 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
(781) 665-7107
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CVS

Chain

884 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176, USA

3.0 · 54 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 884 Main St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 7a–10p · Tue 7a–10p · Wed 7a–10p · Thu 7a–10p · Fri 7a–10p · Sat 8a–9p · Sun 8a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(781) 462-2000
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Walgreens

Chain

897 Main St, Melrose, MA 02176, USA

2.5 · 64 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 897 Main 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
(781) 665-1329
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Melrose.

Boston Passport Agency

Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill Federal Building, 10 Causeway Street, Room 247, Boston, MA 02222 · About 8 miles south of Melrose

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Melrose edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Melrose?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from the comfort of your Melrose home. Just make sure you use a plain white or off-white background and follow all federal lighting and framing guidelines. Services like Perfect Passport can help verify your digital image meets these strict requirements.

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

The State Department requires all passport photos to be exactly 2 by 2 inches in size. The image must be in color, printed on 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. Digital uploads must also be at least 600 by 600 pixels.

Can I wear glasses or a hat in my U.S. passport photo?

No, the State Department strictly prohibits wearing eyeglasses in your passport photo, even if you wear them daily in Massachusetts. Hats and head coverings are also not allowed 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 federal requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants regarding closed eyes or looking away from the camera. If you are photographing a baby in Melrose, laying them on a plain white sheet or draping a car seat with a white cloth works best. Ensure no other people or hands are visible in the frame.

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 much since your last application, federal rules require a recent image. This applies whether you mail your renewal from Melrose or apply online.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about six to eight weeks, while expedited service takes two to three weeks. Mailing times from Massachusetts to the federal processing centers can add a few extra days on either end. If you have an immediate emergency, you may qualify for faster processing at a regional agency.

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

The closest regional facility is the Boston Passport Agency, located just a short drive south of Melrose. This agency handles expedited requests for Massachusetts residents facing life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days. You must call the National Passport Information Center to schedule a mandatory appointment before visiting.

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