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METHUEN, MA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Methuen, Massachusetts

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

We have compiled a list of 9 convenient chain locations around Methuen where you can get your passport photo taken in person. If you prefer to skip the trip, you can use Perfect Passport to capture a compliant photo right from your living room. Both options ensure you get a valid photo for your upcoming travel.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smart Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can easily snap your picture from anywhere in Methuen using just your phone. For $7.95, our software verifies your image against all State Department compliance rules before you finalize it. We guarantee your photo will be accepted by the government, or you get your money back. If you need physical copies, we can also ship printed photos directly to your door for $12.95.

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 Methuen.

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

National chains

CVS Photo

Chain

233 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844, USA

4.7 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 233 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
(978) 685-6311
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

135 Broadway, Lawrence, MA 01840, USA

4.5 · 37 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 135 Broadway. 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
(978) 725-3221
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

220 S Broadway Ft110790-2675, Lawrence, MA 01843, USA

4.5 · 18 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 220 S Broadway Ft110790-2675. 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 8a–11p · Sun 8a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(978) 794-8130
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

14 Jackson St, Methuen, MA 01844, USA

4.4 · 12 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 14 Jackson 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
(978) 681-0409
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United States Postal Service

Chain

272 Broadway, Methuen, MA 01844, USA

3.4 · 40 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 272 Broadway. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8a–5p · Tue 8a–5p · Wed 8a–5p · Thu 8a–5p · Fri 8a–5p · Sat 8a–12p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

391 S Broadway Ste A, Salem, NH 03079, USA

3.3 · 104 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 391 S Broadway Ste A. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~10 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price
$14.95
Phone
(603) 870-5375
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Walgreens

Chain

14 Jackson St, Methuen, MA 01844, USA

2.9 · 59 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 14 Jackson 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
(978) 681-0409
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CVS

Chain

76 Swan St, Methuen, MA 01844, USA

2.8 · 96 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 76 Swan St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 7a–10p · Tue 7a–10p · Wed 7a–10p · Thu 7a–10p · Fri 7a–11p · Sat 7a–11p · Sun 7a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(978) 688-9002
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United States Postal Service

Chain

431 Common St, Lawrence, MA 01840, USA

2.5 · 169 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 431 Common St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8a–5:30p · Tue 8a–5:30p · Wed 8a–5:30p · Thu 8a–5:30p · Fri 8a–5:30p · Sat 8a–1p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Methuen.

Boston Passport Agency

Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill Federal Building, 10 Causeway Street, Suite 247, Boston, MA 02222 · About 30 miles south of Methuen

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Methuen edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Methuen?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo at home in Methuen as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure proper lighting, and have someone else take the picture.

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

The State Department requires passport photos to be exactly 2x2 inches in size and printed in color on high-quality photo paper. Your head must measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.

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

No, glasses are not permitted in U.S. passport photos, even if you wear them every day. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited 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 requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' poses. A baby can be photographed lying down on a plain white sheet, and it is acceptable if their eyes are not entirely open.

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, using an older photo will result in your application being delayed or rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes 4 to 6 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add up to two additional weeks on each end of the process.

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

The closest regional facility is the Boston Passport Agency, located about 30 miles south of Methuen. This agency only accepts walk-in appointments for travelers with urgent international travel within 14 days or documented life-or-death emergencies.

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

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