Get Your Passport Photos in Parkersburg, West Virginia

Yes, you can take your own passport photo in Parkersburg as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You just need a friend or family member to take the picture against a plain white background, as selfies are strictly prohibited.

Your U.S. passport photo must be exactly 2x2 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 1.375 inches from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head.

No, the State Department does not allow glasses in passport photos, 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.

The basic size and background requirements are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants. A baby can be photographed lying down on a plain white sheet, and it is acceptable if their eyes are not entirely open.

Yes, you must submit a new photo whenever you renew your U.S. passport. The State Department requires your picture to have been taken within the last six months to accurately reflect your current appearance.

Routine passport processing currently takes several weeks from the time the application is received by the State Department. If you pay the government's expedited fee, the processing time is significantly reduced, though mailing times will still add to your total wait.

The closest regional U.S. Passport Agency to Parkersburg is the Washington Passport Agency in Washington, D.C., which is roughly 300 miles away. Because it is a significant drive from West Virginia, you should only book an appointment there if you have a life-or-death emergency or urgent international travel within 14 days.