GASTONIA, NC · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Gastonia, North Carolina

Skip the lines and take your passport photo at home with Perfect Passport for just $7.95.

Gastonia offers plenty of convenient walk-in locations for passport photos, including local pharmacies and shipping centers. However, if you want to save time, you can use Perfect Passport to snap a compliant photo from the comfort of your own home. Whether you prefer visiting a nearby studio or using your smartphone, getting ready for your next trip has never been easier.

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Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smart Choice

For just $7.95, Perfect Passport lets you capture a professional-quality image from anywhere in Gastonia using your smartphone. Our advanced software ensures your picture meets all strict State Department compliance guidelines before you even submit it. If you prefer 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 rejected by passport officials.

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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 minutes	30 – 60 min round trip
Where	Anywhere with a phone	Store hours only
Compliance check	Automatic, instant	Cashier judgement
Retakes	Free, unlimited	Pay again
Money-back if rejected	Yes	Rare

WALK-IN OPTIONS

Where to get passport photos in Gastonia.

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

National chains

AAA - Gastonia

Chain

3750 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA

4.1 · 105 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

AAA location at 3750 E Franklin Blvd. Member discount applies

Hours: Mon 8:30a–6p · Tue 8:30a–6p · Wed 8:30a–6p · Thu 8:30a–6p · Fri 8:30a–6p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: $10.00 members / $15.00 non-members
Phone: (704) 824-2088

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

2975 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

4.1 · 18 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2975 Union 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: (704) 867-6957

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1902 W Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

4.1 · 16 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1902 W Franklin Blvd. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 9a–9p · Tue 9a–9p · Wed 9a–9p · Thu 9a–9p · Fri 9a–9p · Sat 9a–9p · Sun 9a–9p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (704) 864-4590

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The UPS Store

Chain

3340 Robinwood Rd Ste 100, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA

4.0 · 167 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 3340 Robinwood Rd Ste 100. 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 11a–4p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (704) 853-3900

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

2500 E Franklin Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28056, USA

4.0 · 15 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2500 E Franklin Blvd. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 8a–11p · Tue 8a–11p · Wed 8a–11p · Thu 8a–11p · Fri 8a–11p · Sat 8a–11p · Sun 8a–11p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (704) 867-2474

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CVS Photo

Chain

1803 S New Hope Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

4.0 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1803 S New Hope Rd. 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: (704) 867-3541

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The UPS Store

Chain

2230 E Franklin Blvd Ste 100, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

3.5 · 248 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 2230 E Franklin Blvd Ste 100. 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: (704) 853-0802

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United States Postal Service

Chain

301 W Main Ave, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

3.5 · 98 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 301 W Main Ave. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 8:30a–5p · Tue 8:30a–5p · Wed 8:30a–5p · Thu 8:30a–5p · Fri 8:30a–5p · Sat 9a–12p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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CVS

Chain

1075 E Hudson Blvd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

3.2 · 85 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 1075 E Hudson Blvd. 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: (704) 864-8749

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Walgreens

Chain

2975 Union Rd, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

2.8 · 91 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2975 Union 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: (704) 867-6957

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CVS

Chain

2580 Court Dr, Gastonia, NC 28054, USA

2.7 · 129 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 2580 Court Dr. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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: (704) 810-3681

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Independent studios in Gastonia

Gaston County Register of Deeds

Local studio

325 Dr M.L.K. Jr. Way, Gastonia, NC 28052, USA

4.6 · 58 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The Gaston County Register of Deeds is a local government office in Gastonia, North Carolina, that provides official public services, including passport processing. Walk-in customers can visit during regular weekday hours to have their official passport photos taken on-site. Visitors should call for pricing and to confirm any specific documentation needed before their visit.

Hours: Mon 8:30a–5p · Tue 8:30a–5p · Wed 8:30a–5p · Thu 8:30a–5p · Fri 8:30a–5p · Sat Closed · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (704) 862-7680

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Gastonia.

Atlanta Passport Agency

230 Peachtree St NW, Suite 1000, Atlanta, GA 30303 · Approximately 230 miles southwest of Gastonia

This agency is strictly by appointment only for customers who have urgent international travel within 14 days or a qualifying life-or-death emergency.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Gastonia edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Gastonia?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from your home in Gastonia using a smartphone or digital camera. Just ensure you have good lighting, a plain white or off-white background, and someone else to take the picture since selfies are not permitted. Services like Perfect Passport can help verify that your homemade photo meets all federal requirements.

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

The U.S. State Department requires all passport photos to be exactly 2 by 2 inches in size. The image must be printed on matte or glossy photo-quality paper and feature your head centered, measuring between 1 and 1.37 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 eyeglasses for your passport photo, even if you wear them daily in North Carolina. 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 note for medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic federal rules remain the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants, allowing them to be photographed lying down on a plain white sheet. If you are photographing your baby at home in Gastonia, make sure 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, updated photo every time you apply for or renew a U.S. passport. The State Department requires your picture to have been 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 about six to eight weeks, while expedited service takes two to three weeks for an additional federal fee. If you are planning an international trip out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport, it is highly recommended to apply well in advance of your departure date.

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

The closest regional facility for urgent travel is the Atlanta Passport Agency, located about 230 miles southwest of Gastonia. You can only visit this agency if you have a scheduled appointment for a life-or-death emergency or urgent international travel within the next 14 days.

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