Perfect Passport
ST. PAUL, MN · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in St. Paul, Minnesota

Skip the lines and take your compliant passport photo at home with Perfect Passport.

Whether you prefer visiting one of the 12 chain locations or the independent studio listed below, getting a passport photo in St. Paul is easy. If you want to skip the commute, Perfect Passport offers a convenient home option that guarantees compliance.

See walk-in options in St. Paul
Before
Passport-ready
Sample U.S. passport photo
RECOMMENDED · WORKS ANYWHERE IN ST. PAUL

The Easiest Way to Get Your Passport Photo at Home

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in St. Paul using just your smartphone. For only $7.95, our software ensures your picture meets all strict State Department compliance guidelines before you finalize it. If your photo is ever rejected by the passport agency, we offer a full money-back guarantee. It is the most convenient way to secure your travel documents without leaving the house.

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 St. Paul.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1133 S Robert St, West St Paul, MN 55118, USA

4.9 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1133 S Robert St. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 6a–11p · Tue 6a–11p · Wed 6a–11p · Thu 6a–11p · Fri 6a–11p · Sat 6a–11p · Sun 6a–11p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(651) 455-5590
Visit listing →

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1665 White Bear Ave, St Paul, MN 55106, USA

4.6 · 27 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1665 White Bear Ave. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 8a–9p · Tue 8a–9p · Wed 8a–9p · Thu 8a–9p · Fri 8a–9p · Sat 8a–9p · Sun 8a–9p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(651) 251-1933
Visit listing →

The UPS Store

Chain

1041 Grand Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, USA

4.3 · 143 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1041 Grand Ave. Pricing varies by franchise — call to confirm

Hours
Mon 8a–6p · Tue 8a–6p · Wed 8a–6p · Thu 8a–6p · Fri 8a–6p · Sat 9a–4p · Sun 9:30a–3:30p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(651) 222-2019
Visit listing →

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1180 Arcade St, St Paul, MN 55106, USA

4.3 · 20 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1180 Arcade 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
(651) 251-9887
Visit listing →

The UPS Store

Chain

1360 University Ave W Ste 104, St Paul, MN 55104, USA

4.2 · 313 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1360 University Ave W Ste 104. 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–5p · Sun 10a–3p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(651) 642-5972
Visit listing →

Walgreens Photo

Chain

1585 Randolph Ave, St Paul, MN 55105, USA

4.2 · 29 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1585 Randolph Ave. 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
(651) 698-6502
Visit listing →

Walgreens Photo

Chain

2099 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN 55116, USA

3.9 · 11 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2099 Ford Pkwy. 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
(651) 414-3882
Visit listing →

Walgreens Photo

Chain

398 Wabasha St N, St Paul, MN 55102, USA

3.7 · 24 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 398 Wabasha St N. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours
Mon 7a–7p · Tue 7a–7p · Wed 7a–7p · Thu 7a–7p · Fri 7a–7p · Sat 9a–7p · Sun 10a–5p
Price
$16.99
Phone
(651) 224-6030
Visit listing →

Walgreens Photo

Chain

734 Grand Ave Walgreens, St Paul, MN 55105, USA

3.7 · 13 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 734 Grand Ave Walgreens. 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
(651) 227-5422
Visit listing →

FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

58 Snelling Ave S, St Paul, MN 55105, USA

3.5 · 183 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 58 Snelling Ave S. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~10 minutes

Hours
Mon 8a–8p · Tue 8a–8p · Wed 8a–8p · Thu 8a–8p · Fri 8a–8p · Sat 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price
$14.95
Phone
(651) 699-9671
Visit listing →

The UPS Store

Chain

2038 Ford Pkwy, St Paul, MN 55116, USA

3.4 · 180 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 2038 Ford Pkwy. 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 12–5p
Price
$11.99 – $14.99
Phone
(651) 698-1685
Visit listing →

CVS Photo

Chain

30 Fairview Ave S, St Paul, MN 55105, USA

3.0 · 3 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 30 Fairview Ave S. 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
(651) 699-6008
Visit listing →

Independent studios in St. Paul

UMN Passport Office

Local studio

331 SE 17th Ave Suite 120, Minneapolis, MN 55414, USA

4.8 · 69 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UMN Passport Office is a highly rated facility providing official passport processing and photo services for the Minneapolis and St. Paul area. Walk-in customers can expect convenient on-site passport photography available during regular weekday operating hours. Visitors are encouraged to call for pricing details prior to their visit.

Hours
Mon 10a–4p · Tue 10a–4p · Wed 10a–4p · Thu 10a–4p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price
Varies
Phone
(612) 625-5186
Visit listing →
URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to St. Paul.

Minneapolis Passport Agency

212 3rd Ave S Minneapolis, MN 55401 · About 10 miles west of St. Paul in downtown Minneapolis

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, St. Paul edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in St. Paul?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in St. Paul as long as it meets all federal requirements. You must use a plain white or off-white background, which you can easily find in your home or office, and ensure the lighting is even. 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 U.S. State Department requires passport photos to be exactly 2 by 2 inches in size. The image must be printed in color on high-quality, uncreased photo paper with a matte or glossy finish. The applicant's 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, you cannot wear glasses in your U.S. passport photo, even if you wear them daily in Minnesota. Hats and head coverings are also prohibited unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious purposes or a doctor's statement for medical reasons. In all cases, your full face must be visible without any shadows cast by the headwear.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic photo requirements for babies and young children are the same as for adults, though the State Department is slightly more lenient on infant poses. No other person can be in the photo, so St. Paul parents often find it easiest to lay their baby on a plain white sheet to take the picture. The child's eyes should be open, but it is acceptable if a newborn's eyes are partially closed.

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 have been taken within the last six months to accurately reflect your current appearance. Even if your look hasn't changed much since your last passport was issued, reusing an old photo will cause your application to be rejected.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

Routine passport processing currently takes about four to six weeks, while expedited service takes two to three weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add several weeks to the total door-to-door process. If you are applying at a local St. Paul acceptance facility, it is best to apply well in advance of your planned travel.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to St. Paul?

The closest regional agency is the Minneapolis Passport Agency, located just across the river in downtown Minneapolis. This facility handles expedited processing for travelers facing life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days. You cannot walk in for routine service; an appointment is strictly required.

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

Snap a picture. We size it to State Department spec, replace the background, and check every official rule. Free to try.