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BATTLE CREEK, MI · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Battle Creek, Michigan

Perfect Passport lets you easily take a compliant passport photo at home using your smartphone.

Battle Creek offers several convenient walk-in options listed below for passport photos, including local pharmacies and post offices. If you prefer to skip the trip, our home option lets you snap a compliant picture from your living room. Both choices ensure you get a valid photo for your application.

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Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Perfect Default Choice

For just $7.95, you can take your picture from anywhere in Battle Creek without leaving your house. Perfect Passport automatically checks your image to guarantee full State Department compliance before you submit it. If your photo is rejected for any reason, you are covered by a full money-back guarantee. It is the easiest way to check this task off your travel to-do list.

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 Battle Creek.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

5991 Beckley Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49014, USA

4.8 · 6 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 5991 Beckley Rd. 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
(269) 979-5438
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

797 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017, USA

4.5 · 28 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 797 Capital Ave NE. 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 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(269) 965-3313
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

605 North Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49017, USA

4.5 · 27 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 605 North Ave. 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–9p · Sun 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(269) 660-1198
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

50 E Columbia Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49015, USA

4.0 · 40 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 50 E Columbia Ave. 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
(269) 969-9500
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Walmart Photo Center

Chain

6020 B Dr N, Battle Creek, MI 49014, USA

4.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 6020 B Dr N. 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
(269) 979-8705
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The UPS Store

Chain

5420 A Beckley Rd, Battle Creek, MI 49015, USA

3.8 · 174 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 5420 A Beckley Rd. 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 10a–4p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(269) 979-3388
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Walgreens

Chain

797 Capital Ave NE, Battle Creek, MI 49017, USA

3.2 · 75 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 797 Capital Ave NE. 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 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(269) 965-3313
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United States Postal Service

Chain

90 McCamly St S, Battle Creek, MI 49016, USA

2.8 · 159 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 90 McCamly St S. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 9a–6:30p · Tue 9a–6:30p · Wed 9a–6:30p · Thu 9a–6:30p · Fri 9a–6:30p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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Independent studios in Battle Creek

Pak Mail

Local studio

30 E Columbia Ave # F1, Battle Creek, MI 49015, USA

4.1 · 109 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Pak Mail is a shipping and mailing center in Battle Creek, Michigan, that provides convenient passport photography services. Walk-in customers can expect to have their photos taken and printed to meet official government requirements during regular business hours. Prospective customers should call for pricing and to confirm staff availability before visiting.

Hours
Mon 9a–6p · Tue 9a–6p · Wed 9a–6p · Thu 9a–6p · Fri 9a–6p · Sat 10a–1p · Sun Closed
Price
Varies
Phone
(269) 660-1985
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Battle Creek.

Detroit Passport Agency

477 Michigan Ave. 3rd Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 · About 120 miles east of Battle Creek

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Battle Creek edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Battle Creek?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Battle Creek as long as it meets all federal requirements. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure proper lighting, and have someone else take the photo. Selfies are strictly prohibited by the State Department.

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 printed on high-quality, matte or glossy photo paper, and 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, the State Department does not allow glasses in passport photos, even if you wear them daily. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn continuously for religious or medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic rules 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 Battle Creek, laying them on a plain white sheet or covering 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 when renewing your U.S. passport. The State Department requires your passport photo to be taken within the last six months to accurately reflect your current appearance.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes 6 to 8 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, so Michigan residents should apply well in advance of any planned international travel.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to Battle Creek?

The closest regional facility is the Detroit Passport Agency, located about 120 miles east of Battle Creek. This agency is exclusively for travelers who need a passport for urgent international travel within 14 days or have a qualifying life-or-death emergency.

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