MADISON, WI · PASSPORT PHOTOS

Where to Get Passport Photos in Madison, Wisconsin

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Madison offers plenty of convenient walk-in locations for passport photos, including the local pharmacies and post offices listed below. If you prefer to save a trip, you can also use Perfect Passport to capture a compliant photo right from your smartphone. Whether you visit a nearby store or use our digital service, getting your passport application ready is simple.

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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 Madison.

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

National chains

Walgreens Photo

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676 State St Walgreens, Madison, WI 53703, USA

4.8 · 4 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 676 State St Walgreens. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 7a–9p · Tue 7a–9p · Wed 7a–9p · Thu 7a–9p · Fri 7a–9p · Sat 7a–9p · Sun 7a–9p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (608) 257-2556

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Walgreens Photo

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15 E Main St, Madison, WI 53703, USA

4.5 · 18 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 15 E Main St. Two 2×2 prints, ~10 minutes at the photo counter

Hours: Mon 7a–9p · Tue 7a–9p · Wed 7a–9p · Thu 7a–9p · Fri 7a–9p · Sat 7a–9p · Sun 7a–9p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (608) 257-3814

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Walgreens Photo

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606 S Whitney Way Walgreens, Madison, WI 53711, USA

4.4 · 8 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 606 S Whitney Way Walgreens. 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: (608) 274-1311

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Walgreens Photo

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7810 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53717, USA

4.3 · 12 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 7810 Mineral Point 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: (608) 833-1222

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Walgreens Photo

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2121 S Park St, Madison, WI 53713, USA

4.2 · 12 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 2121 S Park St. 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: (608) 257-0804

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Walgreens Photo

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3710 E Washington Ave Walgreens, Madison, WI 53704, USA

4.1 · 66 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3710 E Washington 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: (608) 242-9483

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Walgreens Photo

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1725 Northport Dr Walgreens, Madison, WI 53704, USA

4.1 · 15 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 1725 Northport Dr 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–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (608) 241-7001

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Walgreens Photo

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4518 Cottage Grove Rd, Madison, WI 53716, USA

4.0 · 17 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 4518 Cottage Grove Rd. 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–10p · Sun 7a–10p
Price: $16.99
Phone: (608) 222-3648

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

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7805 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53717, USA

3.8 · 130 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 7805 Mineral Point Rd. 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 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price: $14.95
Phone: (608) 733-2894

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The UPS Store

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1360 Regent St, Madison, WI 53715, USA

3.6 · 85 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

The UPS Store location at 1360 Regent St. 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: (608) 255-3391

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United States Postal Service

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820 W Wingra Dr, Madison, WI 53715, USA

3.0 · 133 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 820 W Wingra Dr. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 8:30a–5:30p · Tue 8:30a–5:30p · Wed 8:30a–5:30p · Thu 8:30a–5:30p · Fri 8:30a–5:30p · Sat 10a–2p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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FedEx Office Print & Ship Center

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654 W Washington Ave, Madison, WI 53703, USA

2.9 · 143 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

FedEx Office location at 654 W Washington Ave. 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 9a–6p · Sun 12–6p
Price: $14.95
Phone: (608) 255-6367

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Walgreens Photo

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3700 University Ave, Madison, WI 53705, USA

2.9 · 15 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 3700 University 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: (608) 238-7109

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Walgreens

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7810 Mineral Point Rd, Madison, WI 53717, USA

2.6 · 203 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

Walgreens location at 7810 Mineral Point 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: (608) 833-1222

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United States Postal Service

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3902 Milwaukee St, Madison, WI 53714, USA

2.5 · 192 Google reviewsVerified May 2026

USPS location at 3902 Milwaukee St. Photo + application filed in one visit

Hours: Mon 8a–7p · Tue 8a–7p · Wed 8a–7p · Thu 8a–7p · Fri 8a–7p · Sat 8a–4p · Sun Closed
Price: $15.00
Phone: (800) 275-8777

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URGENT TRAVEL · NEAREST PASSPORT AGENCY

Closest in-person passport agency to Madison.

Chicago Passport Agency

101 Ida B. Wells Drive (formerly 101 W. Congress Parkway) 9th Floor Chicago, IL 60605-1074 · 147 miles SE of Madison

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

FAQ

Passport photo questions, Madison edition.

Can I take my own passport photo in Madison?

Yes, you can take your own passport photo from the comfort of your Madison home as long as it meets all federal guidelines. You will need a well-lit, plain white or off-white background and someone else to 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 by 2 inches in size and printed in color on high-quality photo paper. Additionally, 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, glasses are not allowed in U.S. passport photos, even if you wear them every day. 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 rules are the same, but the State Department is slightly more lenient with infants' expressions and head positions. No other people can be in the photo, so it is often easiest to lay your baby on a plain white blanket to take the picture.

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 photo must have been taken within the last six months to accurately reflect your current appearance.

How long does it currently take to get a passport?

As of mid-2026, routine passport processing takes 4 to 6 weeks, while expedited service takes 2 to 3 weeks. These timeframes do not include mailing times, which can add up to two weeks on each end of the process.

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

The closest regional facility for urgent travel is the Chicago Passport Agency, located about 147 miles southeast of Madison. This agency only accepts visitors by appointment for life-or-death emergencies or confirmed international travel within 14 days.

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