Passport Photos in New York State (+Same-Day Pickup)
Need passport photos in New York State? Whether you’re in Buffalo, Albany, Rochester, or anywhere else, PhotoAiD® makes the process fast, reliable, and compliant.
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Get Compliant Passport Photos in New York State
Looking for passport photos in New York State?
Whether you’re in Syracuse, Albany, Buffalo, Schenectady, or elsewhere across the state, PhotoAiD® helps you get official photos quickly and conveniently.
Use our interactive map to locate the closest partner store offering passport photo services.
Here’s also a table listing key locations across New York State, including practical details like operating hours and contact information.
| Name | City & ZIP Code | Nearby Landmark | Typical Working Hours | Phone Number | Number of Reviews | Average Rating |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1619 Broadway | New York, 10019 | Located in Midtown Manhattan, just steps from the Gershwin Theatre and a short walk from the Times Square–42nd Street subway hub. Right around the corner from Whole Foods and M&M’s New York. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | 8 | 4.9 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1490 Hudson Ave | Rochester, 14621 | Located near East Ridge Diner and Octapharma Plasma, right next to Bank of America with drive-thru ATM access. Just off Keeler Street Expressway for easy access. | 6 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | 1 | 4.0 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD at 1 Columbus Place | New York, 10019 | Just steps from Columbus Circle and Central Park, this location is near Fordham University at Lincoln Center and Mount Sinai West Hospital. | 7 am-midnight | (844) 435-1663 | 6 | 5.0 |
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 282 East 149Th Street | Bronx, 10451 | Located near the 3 Av–149 St subway station and directly across from Merryland Buffet and IHOP. Just around the corner from NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln and Patterson Playground. | 8 am-8 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 244 E 161St St | Bronx, 10451 | Located just steps from the Bronx County Hall of Justice and directly across from Concourse Plaza. Also near Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet and Metro Dermatology. | 7 am-9 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 296 Flatbush Ave | Brooklyn, 11217 | Located at the corner of Flatbush Ave and Park Place, right next to the 7 Av subway station (B/Q lines). Surrounded by local favorites like Sweet Chick, Sofreh, and Club Pilates. | 7 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 305 East 86Th St. | New York, 10028 | Just steps from the 86 St subway station (Q line) on 2nd Ave. Surrounded by popular spots like Athleta and Avoca, right in the heart of the Upper East Side. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 341 9Th Street | Brooklyn, 11215 | Located near Prospect Park YMCA and just steps from the 9 St subway station (F/G lines). Surrounded by neighborhood favorites like Sip & Play, Verizon, and Barbès bar. | Open 24 hours | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 118-10 Queens Boulevard | Forest Hills, 11375 | Located right by the Kew Gardens–Union Turnpike subway station, across from the Kew-Forest School, and near the entrance to the Grand Central Parkway. Also close to Queens County Criminal Court and P.C. Richard & Son. | 7 am-11 pm | (844) 435-1663 | ||
| Passport photos by PhotoAiD on 1366 Broadway | Brooklyn, 11221 | Located at the intersection of Broadway and Gates Ave, just across from the Brooklyn Excelsior Charter School and close to Kings Hotel and Cotton Candy Spa. Easy access from the nearby Halsey St subway station. | 8 am-10 pm | (844) 435-1663 |
All locations allow in-person photo printing if you've already created your compliant passport photo using PhotoAiD®.
On top of that, with our Same-Day Pickup service, your photos will be ready at your chosen location—usually within 1–2 hours after expert approval—so you can swing by and pick them up without the wait.
Prefer to Stay In? Get Passport Photos Delivered
If you’d rather not leave home, we’ve got you covered.
Just upload your selfie to our online platform (or download the passport photo app, PhotoAiD® for iPhone, or the passport photo app, PhotoAiD® for Android). We'll then ensure your photo meets US State Department requirements, including:
New York 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 New York State, especially in busy areas like NYC, may review photo submissions more carefully. While the official requirements are consistent nationwide, higher application volumes and stricter enforcement in major locations can lead to rejections over minor issues. To avoid delays, it’s best to use a reliable photo service.
Curious about the results?
Take a look at these sample passport photos to see the quality and compliance you can expect from us.
Once approved, we’ll email your digital passport photo within minutes.
Need physical prints instead?
We can mail them to your address in New York State within 2–3 business days.
Easy.
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.
Sounds Too Easy? Here’s What Real Users Say
Americans across the country use PhotoAiD® for quick, compliant passport photos.
Read their reviews below.
It was good
It was good. You can get a better photo in your home with this app
Karla (US)
Easy and very affordable.
Easy and very affordable.
Donna (US)
Great pictures
Great pictures. Thank you!!
Pearly (US)
How Much Do Passport Photos Cost in New York State? (NYC, Buffalo, Yonkers & Others)
Below is a breakdown of popular options for getting a passport photo in New York State.
We’ve compared pricing, turnaround times, and features like expert review and home delivery.
| Name | Number of Locations in New York State | Price | Turnaround Time | Reviewed by a Professional Photographer? | Home Delivery Option |
| Walgreens | 445 | $16.99 | ~15 minutes | No | Yes |
| CVS | 532 | $16.99 | 10–15 minutes | No | No |
| FedEx | 2,384 | $16.99 | ~15 minutes | No | Yes |
| USPS | 1,872 | $15 | 25–30 minutes | No | No |
| AAA | 12 | $12 for members; $16 for non-members | A few minutes to potentially half an hour | No | No |
| Photo studios | 100+ | $25–60 | 5–10 minutes | Yes | Varies by studio |
| PhotoAiD | 884 | $13.95 | Under 3 minutes | Yes | Yes |
The data shows that passport photos typically cost between $15 and $17 at major retail chains. Traditional photo studios, especially in areas like Manhattan, can charge even more, often $25 to $60.
How does PhotoAiD® stack up?
With us, you can get a fully compliant digital passport photo for just $13.95. There are no appointments, no lines, and no need to leave home.
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Frequently asked questions
Take a photo with your smartphone and upload it to our site or mobile app. Our AI reviews and adjusts it for compliance, then a human expert gives it a final check. You’ll receive a digital file, and you can also opt for prints.
Yes. We use encrypted systems to process your image and only review photos for compliance. Your data is never shared with third parties.
Digital passport photos are $13.95. Printed versions (two copies) are $16.95. For Same-Day Pickup, a small fee is charged by the pickup location.
Yes. All photos undergo AI and manual checks to ensure they comply with US passport photo rules.
If you take your passport photo at any PhotoAiD® location and it gets rejected by a government office for any reason, we’ll give you twice your money back.
Of course. All you have to do is upload your picture online or in the app, and we’ll ship printed copies anywhere in New York State within 2–3 business days.
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