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Print Your Passport Photo the Right Way

Mail-in US passport applications need two identical printed 2×2 photos on photo-quality paper. You can print at home or upload our 4×6 layout to a Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart photo kiosk—often for under a dollar.

Choose your print method

Pick the option that matches your timeline and equipment. All methods start with a correctly cropped digital file.

  • Home printer: single 2×2 on matte or glossy photo paper (best with a photo printer)
  • Drugstore kiosk: upload our 4×6 sheet layout and print multiple 2×2 copies to cut apart
  • In-store passport service: staff take and print two copies—most expensive but same-day

Using the 4×6 sheet layout (recommended)

After cropping in our free tool, choose the 4×6 print layout on the preview step. The sheet fits several 2×2 photos you can cut with scissors or a trimmer. Upload the file at a store kiosk or print at home on 4×6 photo paper.

  • Select United States 2×2 template before cropping
  • On preview, pick the 4×6 sheet option—not single digital download only
  • Print at actual size (100% scale)—do not fit to page or resize in the print dialog

Paper and quality rules

Use matte or glossy photo paper—not regular office paper. Prints must be sharp, undamaged, and show accurate skin tones. Mail-in applications require two identical copies.

Ready to crop your photo?

Free online tool—pick your country template (US 2×2 or UK 35×45), align your head, and download. No account needed.

Crop my passport photo

Common questions

Can I print passport photos on regular paper?
Not for mail-in applications. The State Department requires photo-quality paper. Regular printer paper looks unprofessional and may be rejected.
How many photos should I print?
Paper applications typically need two identical 2×2 prints. Printing a 4×6 sheet gives you extras in case of a mis-cut.
Can I print at Walgreens or CVS from my phone?
Yes. Crop and download the 4×6 layout from our tool, then upload it through the store's photo app or kiosk. Printing the sheet usually costs far less than full in-store passport services.
Do online renewals need printed photos?
No—online renewal uses a digital upload only. Print copies only if you also need photos for another form or backup.

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