CVS Passport Photo
CVS's in-store passport photo service costs $17.99 for two printed passport photos. A digital copy or two additional printed photos can be added for $3.99 each.
Here's how CVS compares with other popular passport photo providers in the U.S.:
- CVS: $17.99 for two printed passport photos. A digital copy or two extra printed photos are available for an additional $3.99 each.
- Walgreens: $16.99 for two printed passport photos, including a free digital copy sent by email.
- FedEx Office: $14.95 for two printed passport photos.
- USPS: $15.00 for two printed passport photos.
Costco was once a popular low-cost option for passport photos, but the company has since discontinued its in-store photo centers.
If you're looking to save even more, you don't have to use the full-service passport photo option. Instead, you can prepare a compliant digital passport photo, place four copies on a standard 4×6-inch print, and order it as a regular photo print at CVS. Since 4×6 prints start at just $0.32, this method can cost a fraction of the price of the in-store passport photo service.
We'll explain exactly how this method works below.
CVS online alternatives
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Result
A modern camera phone and Internet connection are enough to take a passport photo at home. Why do more and more users choose this method?
- You do not need to go anywhere. It’s handy and time-saving.
- You can take pictures of yourself until you are satisfied with the result. Get the best looks.
- You can use your digital photos repeatedly, saving money.
- Online services are available 24/7 - take your passport photo anytime regardless CVS operating hours.
Visafoto.com instantly converts a home-made portrait into a compliant passport-size photo. You will immediately receive your photos for both electronic submission and printing. Just use this link to order a U.S. passport photo.
Online photo examples
Source photo (your selfie):
Result (for online submission):
Result (4x6" printable image for in person application):
The price of passport photo services at Visafoto is $9 only. The result can be used as many times as you need. You can also use Visafoto to make compliant photos for all documents worldwide.
How to print out a digital passport photo at CVS?
Along with photo services, CVS pharmacies offer a wide range of printing services all over the country. Just for $0.39, you can get a 4x6 print made on quality glossy paper - that’s enough to print 4 passport-sized photos at once! Follow these simple steps:
- Prepare a digital passport photo via Visafoto.com;
- Head to CVS.com or open CVS mobile app;
- Choose “Prints and enlargements” service;
- Download your photo template and choose 4x6 print;
- Pay the order and pick up the print at the nearest CVS pharmacy.
Done! Use this trick anytime you need to get a passport, ID or visa photo to avoid paying the full price of $14.99.
Printing U.S. passport photo at CVS.
Comparison between CVS and Visafoto.com services
| Visafoto.com | CVS | |
|---|---|---|
| Do you need to leave home? | No* | Yes |
| Who takes the photo? | You, using your smartphone or camera | A CVS team member |
| How much time is needed? | About 5 minutes to take a photo and upload it to Visafoto. If you need printed copies, add a few minutes to order a 4×6 print online. |
About 5–20 minutes** |
| Do you get a digital photo? | Yes, for online applications and future use. | No (available as a $3.99 add-on) |
| Do you get printed photos? | No, but you'll receive a ready-to-print 4×6 template with four compliant passport photos. You can print it at CVS starting from $0.32 for a standard 4×6 print. | Yes, two printed passport photos are included. |
| Cost | $9 for the digital photo and printable template. Add from $0.32 if you need a 4×6 print at CVS. | $17.99 for two printed passport photos. A digital copy or two additional prints are available for $3.99 each. |
| Passport and visa photos for other countries | Yes. Visafoto supports passport, visa, and ID photos for countries worldwide. | Primarily U.S. document photos. |
| Automatic photo enhancement | Yes. Lighting, framing, and image resolution are automatically improved for paid orders. | No |
| Money-back guarantee | Yes | No |
| Available 24/7 | Yes | No (store hours apply) |
Get your U.S. passport photo online now!
Last update: July 2026