Passport Photos Near Me in California (+Same-Day Pickup)
Get compliant passport photos in California. Whether you’re in Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, or beyond, we make it fast and hassle-free.
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Get Compliant Passport Photos Anywhere in California
Need a passport photo in California?
Whether you’re in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Sacramento, or anywhere in between, PhotoAiD® makes it fast and easy to get compliant passport photos near you.
Simply use our interactive map to find the nearest partner location where you can get your photos.
Below is also a table-format overview of key photo locations across CA, along with additional details for each spot.
| Name | City & ZIP Code | Nearby Landmark | Typical Working Hours | Phone Number | Number of Reviews | Average Rating |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 3151 University Ave | San Diego, 92104 | Located in the heart of North Park, just across from Barons Market and steps away from Starbucks, Nomad Donuts, and the SDCCU North Park Branch. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | 9 | 4.8 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 3751 Wilshire Boulevard | Los Angeles, 90010 | Situated in the Koreatown district, close to the Wiltern Theatre, a historic music venue. | 6 am-1 am | (844) 435-1663 | 12 | 5.0 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1050 W. Sunset Boulevard | Los Angeles, 90012 | Near Water and Power Community Credit Union. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | 1 | 3.0 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 2655 Telegraph Ave. | Berkeley, 94704 | Close to Willard Park. | 8 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 175 41St St | Oakland, 94611 | Located near the Piedmont Avenue commercial district, known for its boutique shops and restaurants. | 8 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 4080 W Shaw Ave | Fresno, 93722 | Located in the Walmart Supercenter, providing convenient shopping options. | 6 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | 7 | 4.7 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 2310 Telegraph Ave | Berkeley, 94704 | Situated near the UC Berkeley campus and the historic People’s Park. | 8 am-9 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 2521 East Avenue S | Palmdale, 93550 | Located close to Stater Bros. Markets. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | 1 | 5.0 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 5055 Telegraph Ave | Oakland, 94609 | Near the Temescal neighborhood, known for its vibrant food scene and art galleries. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 2801 Adeline St | Berkeley, 94703 | Close to Berkeley Bowl Marketplace. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 2600 Mowry Ave | Fremont, 94538 | Situated near the town hall. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 4020 Fremont Hub | Fremont, 94538 | Located close to the Fremont Hub Shopping Center, offering a variety of stores and services. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 987 E Hillsdale Blvd | Foster City, 94404 | Close to the Leo J. Ryan Memorial Park, featuring waterfront views and recreational activities. | 7 am-midnight | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 11440 Windemere Pkwy | San Ramon, 94582 | Near Dougherty Valley High School. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 3250 Lakeshore Ave | Oakland, 94610 | Located close to Trader Joe's, a grocery store. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 8985 Venice Boulevard | Los Angeles, 90034 | Situated within the Venice Crossroads shopping center. | 7 am-midnight | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 8915 Towne Centre Dr | San Diego, 92122 | Located near Pho UTC & Grill. | 7 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 510 C Street | San Diego, 92101 | Situated in downtown San Diego, somewhat near the Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park. | 7 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 19701 Vanowen St. | Winnetka, 91306 | Located close to Giacopuzzi Plaza, a commercial establishment offering various retail and dining options. | 7 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1001 Westwood Blvd. | Los Angeles, 90024 | Situated in Westwood Village, near the Landmark Theatre. | 7 am-midnight | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 35720 Fremont Blvd | Fremont, 94536 | Located in the Brookvale Shopping Center, offering a variety of retail stores. | 8 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 4775 W. Rosecrans Ave. | Hawthorne, 90250 | Positioned near the intersection of Rosecrans Ave and Inglewood Ave. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 5644 Mission Center Rd., #201 | San Diego, 92108 | Located near the Mission Valley Shopping Center, offering various retail and dining options. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 8260 Mira Mesa Blvd. | San Diego, 92126 | Situated in the Mira Mesa Marketplace, a shopping center with diverse stores and restaurants. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 3999 Santa Rita Road | Pleasanton, 94588 | Located near AutoZone Auto Parts. | 8 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1550 East 14Th St. | San Leandro, 94577 | Situated across from Pelton Plaza in downtown San Leandro. | 8 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 10 Bayhill Shopping Ctr | San Bruno, 94066 | Located within the Bayhill Shopping Center, a retail hub with various stores and eateries. | 7 am-midnight | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1333 Broadway | Oakland, 94612 | Positioned directly above the 12th Street BART Station in the City Center district. | 8 am-8 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 645 Market St | San Diego, 92101 | Situated in downtown San Diego, near the Gaslamp Quarter and Petco Park. | 7 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 10560-4S Commons Dr. | San Diego, 92127 | Located in the 4S Commons Town Center, a shopping complex with various retail and dining options. | 7 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | 3 | 5.0 |
Note that when using an in-person service at any of the listed partner locations, your passport photos created with PhotoAiD® beforehand can be printed on-site.
Plus, with our Same-Day Pickup option, we can prepare your photo print in advance (typically within 1–2 hours after expert verification) so it’s ready and waiting for you to collect at your chosen partner location.
Don’t Want to Step Outside? Get Your Photos Delivered
Can’t visit a photo spot in person? No problem.
Just upload a selfie to our web service (alternatively, you can download the passport photo app, PhotoAiD® for iPhone, or the passport photo app, PhotoAiD® for Android), and we’ll ensure your photo meets all U.S. Department of State requirements, including:
California Passport Photo Requirements
Size
2x2 in
Resolution
301 dpi
Background Color
White
Image definition parameters
Head height: 1.29 in
Bottom of the Photo to the Eye Line: 1.18 in
Is it suitable for online submission?
Yes
Is it printable?
Yes
Pro Tip: Some passport offices in California, especially in major cities like Los Angeles or San Diego, may apply stricter scrutiny to submitted photos. While the official standards are the same across the US, high application volumes or extra caution can make staff more meticulous. To avoid delays or rejections, it’s smart to use a trusted service.
Then, we’ll email your digital passport photo within minutes.
Want to know what to expect?
Below are sample passport photos that reflect the quality standards we deliver.
Prefer physical prints?
We can ship them to your door, anywhere in California, within 2–3 business days.
Key benefits of using our passport photo tool
Get comfy at home, grab your phone, and snap a few pictures. End up with a result you’re 100% satisfied with!
Independence
No need to drive or wait in line. Take a photo wherever you are with only your smartphone.
Trusted service
Over a million users worldwide, 18 million photos processed, and thousands of 5-star reviews on TrustPilot.
Professional support
Questions or doubts about your photos? Our photography experts and support agents will be happy to help you out.
Acceptance guarantee
Once you place your order, our AI and human expert will verify your photo to ensure it's 100% compliant.
Does it sound too good to be true?
Hear from our happy customers throughout the US who have used PhotoAiD® for their ID photo needs.
Quick and Easy
My photo was easily converted over to an acceptable form so I was able to renew my passport online.
Amanda (US)
Worked as advertised
Worked as advertised. Accepted for Passport renewal without any problems
Walter (US)
Very easy
Very easy, so far no problems with the photo at the passport office.
zoomcar (US)
How Much Do Passport Photos Cost in California?
The average price for passport photos in California typically ranges from $15 to $20 at major retail chains:
- Walgreens: $16.99
- CVS: Around $16.99
- FedEx: $14.95
- USPS/Post Office: $15
- AAA: $9–10 for members, $15 for non-members
At traditional photo studios, especially in cities like San Francisco, the price is often even higher, averaging between $20 and $25.
How does PhotoAiD® compare?
With us, you can get a fully compliant digital passport photo for just $13.95, without leaving the house or waiting in line.
Frequently asked questions
PhotoAiD® makes it easy to take compliant ID photos from home. Just snap a picture using your phone and upload it to our website or mobile app. Our advanced AI technology checks and adjusts your image to meet official requirements, and a human expert reviews every photo for extra assurance. You’ll receive a ready-to-submit digital file, or you can order printed copies.
Yes, PhotoAiD® is safe and secure. Your photos are processed through encrypted systems and reviewed solely to meet biometric and compliance standards. We don’t share your data with third parties.
A digital passport photo costs $13.95, while printed photos (two copies) are $16.95. If you choose Same-Day Pickup at a partner location, an additional small printing fee will apply at the pickup point.
Absolutely. Every photo is verified by AI and human experts to meet all US Department of State requirements.
If a government office rejects your photo for any reason, we’ll issue a double refund.
Yes. You can upload a photo online to our web service or mobile app, PhotoAiD®, and we’ll ship your prints anywhere in California within 2–3 business days, on average.
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