Passport Photos in Denver (2026): Cheapest Options + $0.39 Hack
Across the Mile High City and its suburbs, several national chains take passport photos — but printing your own for about $0.39 still beats every walk-in counter.
Where to get passport photos in Denver
CVS and Walgreens both operate multiple locations across Denver and its suburbs. Walmart Supercenters, the cheapest national walk-in at $7.64, are common throughout the wider metro area. FedEx Office and the UPS Store are well represented near business districts. Not every branch of any chain has a working photo counter, so confirm on the official store locator before making a trip.
Good to know in Denver
- Regional passport agency in the metro. The Denver area is served by the State Department's Colorado Passport Agency for travelers with international departure inside 14 days, or a foreign-visa need inside 28 days. Its facility is located in the Denver metro rather than downtown Denver proper — confirm the exact address when you book. Appointment only, at 1-877-487-2778 or through the online appointment system.
- The metro sprawls. Denver's suburbs stretch well beyond downtown, so a zip-code locator search matters more than assuming a specific chain is nearby.
- Altitude and weather aside, pricing doesn't change. Passport photo prices are set nationally — Denver's elevation has no bearing on what CVS or Walgreens charge.
2026 prices — same nationwide, Denver included
Passport photo pricing is set at the national chain level, so Denver prices match the rest of the country (occasional Colorado sales tax aside). Click any retailer for its full guide.
| Where | Service price | 4×6 print hack | Walk-in | Available 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Print at Home | $0.40 | $0.40 | Yes | Yes |
| Walmart | $7.64 | $0.16 | Yes | Yes |
| FedEx Office | $15.95 | $0.49 | Yes | Yes |
| USPS Post Office | $15.00 | — | By appt | Yes |
| CVS | $17.99 | $0.39 | Yes | Yes |
| Walgreens | $16.99 | $0.38 | Yes | Yes |
| Costco | Discontinued | — | — | No |
| Rite Aid | Discontinued | — | — | No |
| Target | Discontinued | — | — | No |
| Sam's Club | Discontinued | $0.19 | — | No |
| The UPS Store | $12.99 | — | Yes | Yes |
| AAA | — | — | Yes | Yes |
Service price = standard passport-photo service. 4×6 hack = print a self-formatted 4×6 photo and cut out the 2×2; the listed price is the print only — the print-ready sheet is a $2.99 one-time unlock, so add $2.99 once for the all-in total. Prices are 2026 retail and may vary by location.
Or skip the counter — the $0.39 hack
Instead of a dedicated trip to a passport-photo counter, format your own photo for free, unlock the $2.99 print-ready 4×6 layout, and print it as a regular photo (not the “passport photo” service) at any nearby CVS or Walgreens kiosk for about $0.39 — roughly $3.38 all-in, with two compliant 2×2 photos on the sheet.
- Take a photo against a plain wall with even light — your phone's rear camera works fine.
- Upload it to the free passport photo editor— it crops, removes the background, and sizes to 2×2 inches automatically.
- Unlock the 4×6 print template ($2.99 one-time) and download it.
- Print it as a standard 4×6 at any nearby pharmacy kiosk — pick up in an hour, cut along the line.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cheapest passport photo in Denver?
Walmart is the cheapest national walk-in at $7.64, with Supercenters spread across the Denver metro area. Cheaper than any walk-in counter: format your own photo for free, unlock the $2.99 print-ready 4×6 sheet, and print it as a regular photo at a nearby CVS or Walgreens for about $0.39 — roughly $3.38 all-in.
Is there a passport agency in Denver for urgent travel?
The Denver metro is served by the State Department's Colorado Passport Agency — note that despite the name association with the region, its facility sits in the Denver metro area rather than downtown Denver itself, so confirm the exact location when you book. It only takes appointments, for travelers with international departure within 14 calendar days or a foreign-visa need within 28 days. Book at 1-877-487-2778 or through the online appointment system.
Are there 24-hour passport photo options in Denver?
Round-the-clock pharmacies are less common in Denver than in denser East Coast cities. Most CVS and Walgreens locations keep standard daytime-into-evening hours, though a small number may run extended hours — check the specific store on the official locator rather than assuming. The free online formatter works any time of day, and you can print once a nearby store opens.
Do post offices in Denver take passport photos?
Some do. Only USPS branches designated as Passport Acceptance Facilities offer photo service, and not every branch has a working camera or accepts walk-ins. Use the USPS Find a Passport Acceptance Facility tool for your zip code, especially if you're further out in the metro rather than central Denver.
Can I get a same-day passport photo in Denver?
Yes. CVS, Walgreens, FedEx Office, and the UPS Store all take same-day walk-ins with no appointment across the Denver area. Given how spread out the metro is, formatting your own photo at home and printing it same-day at whichever store is already on your route is usually the fastest, cheapest option.
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