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SALEM, MA · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Salem, Massachusetts

Skip the lines and take your passport photo at home with Perfect Passport's convenient service.

Salem offers several walk-in options for passport photos, including 11 local chain locations and 1 independent studio. However, if you want to save time, you can use Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your own home. Explore all your choices below to find the most convenient solution for your travel needs.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Best Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in Salem using just your smartphone. For only $7.95, our software ensures your picture meets all strict State Department compliance guidelines before you submit it. If you need 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 ever rejected by passport officials.

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 Salem.

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

National chains

Walmart Photo Center

Chain

450 Highland Ave, Salem, MA 01970, USA

4.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 450 Highland Ave. 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
(978) 825-1399
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

35 Main St Ft110790-2682, Peabody, MA 01960, USA

4.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 35 Main St Ft110790-2682. 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
(978) 977-9211
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

54 Elliott St, Beverly, MA 01915, USA

4.7 · 12 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 54 Elliott 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
(978) 921-0506
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The UPS Store

Chain

203 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

4.5 · 94 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 203 Washington St. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 9a–5p · Sun Closed
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(978) 745-9191
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

29 New Derby St Ft110790-2681, Salem, MA 01970, USA

4.0 · 21 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 29 New Derby St Ft110790-2681. 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 7a–11p · Sun 7a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(978) 744-7442
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CVS Photo

Chain

434 Rantoul St, Beverly, MA 01915, USA

4.0 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 434 Rantoul St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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) 921-0632
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CVS

Chain

200 Essex St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

3.6 · 61 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 200 Essex 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–7p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(978) 744-2224
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

240 Andover St, Peabody, MA 01960, USA

3.6 · 53 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 240 Andover St. 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 10a–6p · Sun Closed
Price
$14.95
Phone
(978) 538-7302
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

505 Paradise Rd, Swampscott, MA 01907, USA

3.3 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 505 Paradise Rd. 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
(781) 581-1327
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United States Postal Service

Chain

2 Margin St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

2.9 · 89 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 2 Margin St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8a–5p · Tue 8a–5p · Wed 8a–5p · Thu 8a–5p · Fri 8a–5p · Sat 8a–1p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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CVS

Chain

300 Canal St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

2.7 · 83 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 300 Canal St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–11p · Tue 8a–11p · Wed 8a–11p · Thu 8a–11p · Fri 8a–11p · Sat 8a–11p · Sun 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(978) 740-2912
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Independent studios in Salem

Salem City Hall

Local studio

93 Washington St, Salem, MA 01970, USA

4.3 · 108 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Salem City Hall is a local government facility in Salem, Massachusetts, that offers municipal services including passport photo processing. Walk-in customers can expect service during regular weekday operating hours, with extended availability on Thursdays and a half-day on Fridays. Please call for pricing and to confirm any specific requirements before your visit.

Hours
Mon 8a–4p · Tue 8a–4p · Wed 8a–4p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–12p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price
Varies
Phone
(978) 745-9595
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Salem.

Boston Passport Agency

Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill Federal Building, 10 Causeway Street, Suite 247, Boston, MA 02222 · 16 miles southwest of Salem

You should only book an appointment here if you have urgent international travel within 14 calendar days or a life-or-death emergency.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Salem edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Salem?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from your Salem home or apartment using a smartphone. The State Department allows self-taken photos as long as they meet all federal requirements, such as having a plain white background and proper lighting. Just make sure someone else takes the picture, as selfies are strictly prohibited.

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

Whether you print it at a Salem pharmacy or order it online, your U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2 by 2 inches in size. The image must be printed on high-quality photo paper and clearly show your full face. Your head must measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head.

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 around Massachusetts. Hats and head coverings are also forbidden unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious or medical reasons. If you have a medical exception, you must provide a doctor's note with your application.

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' expressions and eye contact. If you are photographing a baby in Salem, you can lay them on a plain white sheet or drape a car seat with a white cloth. Just ensure no other people, hands, or pacifiers are visible in the final frame.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new photo that was taken within the last six months when renewing your U.S. passport. Even if your appearance hasn't changed much since your last application, federal rules require a recent image to reflect your current look. You can easily snap a new, compliant photo at home in Salem before mailing your renewal packet.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about 6 to 8 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These federal processing times do not include the time it takes for your application to travel in the mail from Massachusetts to the passport center. If you are applying at a local Salem acceptance facility, apply well in advance of your trip.

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

The closest regional facility for urgent travel is the Boston Passport Agency, located in the Thomas P. "Tip" O'Neill Federal Building. This agency is strictly for travelers facing life-or-death emergencies or those with international flights departing within 14 days. You must call the national scheduling line to secure an appointment before visiting the Boston office.

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