CHARLESTON, SC · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in Charleston, South Carolina

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

Whether you prefer visiting a local pharmacy or taking your photo from the comfort of your couch, getting a compliant passport photo in Charleston is easy. Perfect Passport offers a convenient home option, while the walk-in locations and independent studios listed below provide traditional in-person services.

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The Most Convenient Way to Get Your Passport Photo at Home

Taking your passport photo from home is a convenient alternative to visiting a local pharmacy. For just $7.95, Perfect Passport lets you snap your picture from anywhere in Charleston using your smartphone. We ensure your image is fully State Department-compliant before you submit your application. Plus, we offer a full money-back guarantee if your photo is 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 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 Charleston.

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

National chains

CVS Photo

Chain

59 George St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA

5.0 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

CVS location at 59 George St. Two 2×2 prints, ready in ~15 minutes

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: (843) 720-8523

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The UPS Store

Chain

472 Meeting St # C, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

4.8 · 178 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 472 Meeting St # C. 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 9a–4p · Sun Closed
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (843) 203-3466

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

380 King St, Charleston, SC 29401, USA

4.7 · 7 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 380 King St. 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: (843) 714-6243

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The UPS Store

Chain

8421 Dorchester Rd Ste 109, North Charleston, SC 29420, USA

4.6 · 329 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 8421 Dorchester Rd Ste 109. 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 9a–3p · Sun 11a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (843) 552-8524

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The UPS Store

Chain

1643 B Savannah Hwy, Charleston, SC 29407, USA

4.5 · 397 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1643 B Savannah Hwy. 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 9a–4p · Sun 10a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (843) 763-6894

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1115 Old Towne Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA

4.5 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1115 Old Towne 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: (843) 766-5593

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The UPS Store

Chain

520 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412, USA

4.3 · 223 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 520 Folly 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 9a–3p · Sun 10a–3p
Price: $11.99 – $14.99
Phone: (843) 406-9400

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1861 Remount Rd, North Charleston, SC 29406, USA

4.2 · 43 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1861 Remount Rd. 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: (843) 740-6977

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

1925 Ashley River Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA

4.1 · 24 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1925 Ashley River 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: (843) 405-1500

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

873 Orleans Rd, Charleston, SC 29407, USA

3.6 · 94 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 873 Orleans Rd. 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: (843) 571-4746

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

73 St Philip St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

3.5 · 58 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 73 St Philip St. 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: (843) 723-5130

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

Chain

3032 W Montague Ave Suite 102, North Charleston, SC 29418, USA

3.4 · 83 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 3032 W Montague Ave Suite 102. 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: (843) 202-1968

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Walgreens Photo

Chain

907 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412, USA

3.4 · 5 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 907 Folly Rd. 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: (843) 795-5452

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United States Postal Service

Chain

557 E Bay St, Charleston, SC 29403, USA

3.3 · 85 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 557 E Bay St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 9a–5p · Tue 9a–5p · Wed 9a–5p · Thu 9a–5p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat 9:30–11:30a · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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Independent studios in Charleston

Legal Passport

Local studio

1608 Camp Rd, Charleston, SC 29412, USA

4.6 · 49 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Located in Charleston, South Carolina, Legal Passport provides professional passport photos and related travel documentation services. Walk-in customers can expect convenient, highly rated photo services available Monday through Friday from 9am to 5pm, and Saturdays from 10am to 3pm. Please call for pricing details prior to your visit.

Hours: Mon 9a–5p · Tue 9a–5p · Wed 9a–5p · Thu 9a–5p · Fri 9a–5p · Sat 10a–3p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (843) 779-9200

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Prism Photo & Framing

Local studio

1123 Queensborough Blvd #100, Mt Pleasant, SC 29464, USA

4.4 · 90 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Prism Photo & Framing is a local photography and framing business located in Mount Pleasant, serving the greater Charleston area. Walk-in customers can expect professional passport photo services available Monday through Saturday. Those interested in getting their passport photos taken should call for pricing before visiting.

Hours: Mon 9:30a–6p · Tue 9:30a–6p · Wed 9:30a–6p · Thu 9:30a–6p · Fri 9:30a–6p · Sat 10a–5p · Sun Closed
Price: Varies
Phone: (843) 971-0469

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Charleston.

Charleston Passport Center

2000 Bainbridge Avenue North Charleston, SC 29405 · Approx. 6 miles NW of downtown Charleston

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Charleston edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Charleston?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Charleston as long as it meets all U.S. State Department requirements. You must use a plain white or off-white background, ensure even lighting without shadows, and have someone else take the photo for you, as selfies are not permitted.

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

A U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size. The image must be printed in color on high-quality matte or glossy photo 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 cannot wear glasses in 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 purposes or a doctor's statement for medical reasons.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic requirements for baby and child passport photos are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient regarding their posture and expression. For infants in Charleston, it is often easiest to lay them on their back on a plain white blanket or drape a car seat with a white sheet to take the photo.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new, recent photo when renewing your U.S. passport. The State Department requires the photo 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 6 to 8 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. Mailing times can add several weeks to the total turnaround, so Charleston residents should apply well in advance of any planned international travel.

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

The closest regional agency is the Charleston Passport Center, conveniently located right in North Charleston. This facility is strictly for travelers with life-or-death emergencies or urgent international travel within 14 days, and you must schedule an appointment in advance.

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