Perfect Passport
EL PASO, TX · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Get Your Passport Photos in El Paso, Texas

Skip the lines and use Perfect Passport to take your compliant photo right at home.

While you can visit local pharmacies or post offices for your picture, many El Paso residents prefer a more convenient route. Perfect Passport lets you snap a compliant photo from your living room without the hassle of driving across town. Review the walk-in options below, or save time by using our simple online service.

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RECOMMENDED · WORKS ANYWHERE IN EL PASO

Why Taking Your Passport Photo at Home is the Smart Choice

For just $7.95, Perfect Passport lets you capture your picture from anywhere in El Paso using your smartphone. Our software automatically checks your image to ensure strict State Department compliance before you finalize it. If your photo is ever rejected by the passport agency, we provide a full money-back guarantee. You can even opt to have printed copies shipped directly to your door.

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 El Paso.

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

URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to El Paso.

El Paso Passport Agency

Anson Mills Building 303 N. Oregon St. El Paso, TX 79901 · Located in downtown El Paso

Appointments are strictly required and limited to customers with urgent international travel within 14 days or a life-or-death emergency.

FAQ

Passport photo questions, El Paso edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in El Paso?

Yes, you can easily take your own passport photo from your home in El Paso using a smartphone or digital camera. The State Department allows self-taken photos as long as they meet all official requirements, such as having a plain white background and proper lighting. Just make sure someone else takes the picture, as selfies are strictly prohibited.

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

Your printed passport photo must be exactly 2 by 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) in size. The image must be printed on high-quality, matte or glossy photo paper and clearly show your full face, with your head measuring between 1 and 1.375 inches from chin to top of hair. Digital photos must be at least 600 by 600 pixels and saved in JPEG format.

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

No, the State Department strictly prohibits wearing eyeglasses in your passport photo, even if you wear them daily in Texas. Hats and head coverings are also banned unless you submit a signed statement verifying they are worn daily for religious purposes or medical reasons. In all cases, your full face must be visible without any shadows cast by a head covering.

Are passport photos for babies and young children different?

The basic requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants and toddlers. For example, a newborn photographed in El Paso does not need to be looking directly at the camera, and their eyes can be partially closed. However, no other people, hands, or props can be visible in the frame with the child.

Do I need a new photo to renew my passport?

Yes, you must submit a new, updated photo every time you renew your U.S. passport. The State Department requires your picture to have been taken within the last six months to reflect your current appearance. Even if your look hasn't changed much, reusing an old photo will cause your renewal 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. Mailing times from West Texas can add a few extra days on either end of the process. If you have a life-or-death emergency or urgent travel, you may qualify for faster processing at a regional agency.

Where is the closest U.S. Passport Agency to El Paso?

The closest regional facility is the El Paso Passport Agency, conveniently located downtown in the Anson Mills Building. This agency handles urgent international travel within 14 days and life-or-death emergencies for residents of West Texas and New Mexico. You cannot walk in for routine service, as appointments are strictly required.

Skip the drive. Make a passport photo in El Paso from your phone.

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