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EAST LANSING, MI · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in East Lansing, Michigan

Perfect Passport lets you easily snap a compliant passport photo from home using your phone.

If you prefer an in-person experience, we have compiled a list of local walk-in locations like CVS and USPS around East Lansing below. However, if you want to save time, Perfect Passport offers a convenient home option. You can take a fully compliant photo with your smartphone without ever leaving your house.

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RECOMMENDED · WORKS ANYWHERE IN EAST LANSING

Take Your Passport Photo at Home for a Faster, Easier Experience

For just $7.95, Perfect Passport lets you capture your photo from anywhere in East Lansing. Our software ensures full State Department compliance by automatically checking your image against federal requirements. If your photo is ever rejected, we offer a full money-back guarantee. It is the easiest way to get your passport application ready without visiting a photo studio.

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 East Lansing.

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

National chains

Walmart Photo Center

Chain

3225 Centre Blvd, Lansing, MI 48912, USA

5.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walmart location at 3225 Centre Blvd. 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
(517) 487-9169
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

3425 E Saginaw St, Lansing, MI 48912, USA

4.7 · 34 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3425 E Saginaw 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 9a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(517) 351-0249
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

2131 W Grand River Ave, Okemos, MI 48864, USA

4.5 · 26 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2131 W Grand River Ave. 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 8a–10p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(517) 347-4632
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The UPS Store

Chain

2843 E Grand River Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

3.9 · 205 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 2843 E Grand River Ave. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8:30a–7p · Tue 8:30a–7p · Wed 8:30a–7p · Thu 8:30a–7p · Fri 8:30a–7p · Sat 10a–3:30p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(517) 351-8188
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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

626 E Michigan Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

3.3 · 129 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 626 E Michigan Ave. 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
(517) 332-5855
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CVS Photo

Chain

240 M. A. C. Ave, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

3.3 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 240 M. A. C. Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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
(517) 336-8317
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United States Postal Service

Chain

4800 Collins Rd, Lansing, MI 48924, USA

3.2 · 116 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 4800 Collins Rd. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8:30a–7:30p · Tue 8:30a–7:30p · Wed 8:30a–7:30p · Thu 8:30a–7:30p · Fri 8:30a–7:30p · Sat 8:30a–2:30p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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United States Postal Service

Chain

1140 Abbot Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823, USA

3.1 · 156 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 1140 Abbot Rd. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours
Mon 8:30a–7p · Tue 8:30a–7p · Wed 8:30a–7p · Thu 8:30a–7p · Fri 8:30a–7p · Sat 9a–3p · Sun Closed
Price
$15.00
Phone
(800) 275-8777
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The UPS Store

Chain

503 Mall Court - Frandor Mall, Lansing, MI 48912, USA

3.0 · 202 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 503 Mall Court - Frandor Mall. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8:30a–7p · Tue 8:30a–7p · Wed 8:30a–7p · Thu 8:30a–7p · Fri 8:30a–7p · Sat 10a–4p · Sun 11a–4p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(517) 664-1855
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to East Lansing.

Detroit Passport Agency

477 Michigan Ave. 3rd Floor, Detroit, MI 48226 · About 90 miles southeast of East Lansing

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, East Lansing edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in East Lansing?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo from the comfort of your East Lansing home as long as it meets federal guidelines. You must use a clear, unedited color photo taken against a plain white or off-white background. Selfies are not permitted, so you will need a friend or a tripod to capture the image.

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

The State Department requires your printed passport photo to be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51 mm). Your head must measure between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head. The image must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper and cannot be digitally altered.

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

No, you cannot wear glasses in your U.S. passport photo, even if you wear them daily in East Lansing. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious or medical reasons. Your full face must be visible without any shadows cast by clothing or hair.

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. No other people can be in the photo, so East Lansing parents often find it easiest to lay their baby on a plain white blanket to take the picture. The child's face must still be clearly visible and free of shadows.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new, updated photo every time you apply for or renew a U.S. passport. The State Department requires the photo to be taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Reusing an old photo will cause your renewal application to be delayed or rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about 4 to 6 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add several weeks to the total door-to-door process. Michigan residents should apply well in advance of any planned international travel to avoid delays.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to East Lansing?

The closest regional facility for urgent travel is the Detroit Passport Agency, located about 90 miles southeast of East Lansing. This agency only accepts appointments for travelers who have international travel scheduled within 14 days or a life-or-death emergency. For routine applications, you should use a local acceptance facility like the East Lansing Post Office.

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