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UNION CITY, NJ · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Passport Photos in Union City, New Jersey

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

If you prefer an in-person experience, we have compiled a list of local walk-in options like CVS and Walgreens below. However, you can also save time by using Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo right from your smartphone.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smartest Choice

With Perfect Passport, you can take your photo from anywhere in Union City for just $7.95. Our software automatically checks your image against strict State Department compliance rules to ensure it will be accepted. If you need physical copies, we can even ship them directly to your door. Plus, we offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is ever rejected.

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 Union City.

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

National chains

CVS Photo

Chain

5300 BERGENLINE AVE COVIELLO PLAZA, West New York, NJ 07093, USA

5.0 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 5300 BERGENLINE AVE COVIELLO PLAZA. 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
(201) 974-0818
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

3333 Park Ave Walgreens, Union City, NJ 07087, USA

4.6 · 79 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3333 Park Ave Walgreens. 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
(201) 558-0094
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

3508 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Union City, NJ 07087, USA

4.3 · 66 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3508 John F. Kennedy Blvd. 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
(201) 864-9129
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CVS Photo

Chain

714 Summit Ave, Union City, NJ 07087, USA

3.9 · 17 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 714 Summit Ave. 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
(201) 866-2892
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Walgreens

Chain

3333 Park Ave Walgreens, Union City, NJ 07087, USA

3.6 · 91 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3333 Park Ave Walgreens. 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
(201) 558-0094
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

337 Central Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07307, USA

3.6 · 14 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 337 Central Ave. 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
(201) 653-0357
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Walgreens Photo

Chain

5706 Bergenline Ave, West New York, NJ 07093, USA

3.0 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 5706 Bergenline 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
(201) 869-8054
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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Union City.

New York Passport Agency

376 Hudson St., New York, NY 10014 · Approximately 4 miles east in Manhattan

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Union City edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Union City?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo anywhere in Union City as long as it meets federal guidelines. You just need a smartphone, good lighting, and a plain white or off-white background. Services like Perfect Passport can help ensure your DIY photo is fully compliant before you submit it.

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

The State Department requires all passport photos to be exactly 2 by 2 inches in size. The image must be printed in color on matte or glossy photo-quality paper, and 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, you must remove your glasses for your U.S. passport photo, even if you wear them daily. 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 infant poses. For example, a baby's eyes do not need to be entirely open, and you can lay them on a plain white sheet to capture the photo. Just 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 every time you apply for or renew a U.S. passport. The State Department requires the image 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 typically takes 6 to 8 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks for an additional federal fee. Mailing times can add several weeks to the total turnaround, so New Jersey residents should apply well in advance of their trip.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to Union City?

The closest regional facility is the New York Passport Agency, located just across the Hudson River in lower Manhattan. This agency only accepts walk-ins by appointment for travelers with life-or-death emergencies or urgent international flights within 14 days.

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