Print Passport Photos for $0.35 — PixID Guide 2026. Method: upload PixID 4×6 template to retail photo kiosk, order standard 4×6 print (not passport photo service), cut yourself. Prices: Walmart ~$0.35, CVS ~$0.35, Walgreens ~$0.39, Target ~$0.35, Costco ~$0.17, Sam's Club ~$0.19. vs. in-store passport photo service: $14.99–$16.99. Total: PixID ($4.99) + retail print ($0.35) ≈ $5.34. Template has two photos with crop marks; print at 100% scale. Works for US passport mail-in, USCIS, UK visa centres, Schengen. DS-160 and US online renewal need JPEG upload only. UK: Tesco Photo 6×4 ~£0.15. Source: PixID compliance team. April 2026.

Photo Guide · 2026

How to Print Passport Photos for $0.35 in 2026 — The Complete Store-by-Store Guide

Official sizing reference: travel.state.gov — passport photos · ICAO Doc 9303

Quick answer: Print passport photos for $0.35 by uploading a compliant 4×6 inch template to any retail photo kiosk (Walmart, CVS, Walgreens, Target) and ordering a standard 4×6 print — not the "passport photo" service. PixID generates the 4×6 template with two perfectly sized passport photos. Pick up in-store, cut with scissors. Works for US passport, DS-160 supporting prints where needed, USCIS, and most international documents. Total cost: PixID $4.99 + print $0.35 ≈ $5.34 vs $16.99 in-store.

Print passport photos for about thirty-five cents — visual guide

Why this works — and why stores charge $16.99

When you ask a store for "passport photos," you trigger their passport photo service — a staffed process that includes taking the photo, printing, and cutting. That service costs $14.99–$16.99.

When you upload your own 4×6 file and order a "standard 4×6 print," you pay the standard photo print price — $0.30–$0.45 at most US retailers.

The photo is identical. The difference is who takes it and who cuts it. PixID handles the compliance and formatting. You handle the cutting.

Store-by-store guide — prices and process

StorePriceUpload methodPickup
Walmart~$0.35walmart.com/photo or appSame day
CVS~$0.35cvs.com/photo or appSame day
Walgreens~$0.39walgreens.com/photo or appSame day
Target~$0.35target.com/photoSame day
Costco~$0.17costcophoto.comNext day
Sam's Club~$0.19samsclub.com/photoNext day

Walmart — $0.35

  1. Go to walmart.com/photo or open the Walmart app
  2. Select "Prints" then "4×6 prints"
  3. Upload your PixID 4×6 template
  4. Select "Standard 4×6 print" — do not select "Passport Photos"
  5. Choose in-store pickup (usually same day)
  6. Pay ~$0.35 at pickup
  7. Cut the two passport photos yourself using the crop marks on the template

CVS — $0.35

  1. Go to cvs.com/photo or open the CVS app
  2. Select "Photo Prints" then "4×6"
  3. Upload your PixID 4×6 template
  4. Select as a standard print — not passport service
  5. Pick up in-store (usually within 1 hour)
  6. Pay ~$0.35
  7. Cut yourself

Walgreens — $0.39

  1. Go to walgreens.com/photo or the Walgreens app
  2. Select "Prints" then "Standard Prints"
  3. Upload your 4×6 template
  4. Select 4×6 size — standard print
  5. Pick up same day
  6. Pay ~$0.39
  7. Cut yourself

Walgreens tip: Check the "Deals" section of the myWalgreens app — photo coupons sometimes bring the 4×6 print lower.

The 4×6 template — why it works for passport photos

PixID generates a 4×6 inch (10×15 cm) printable sheet containing two identical passport photos at the correct size and specifications.

For a US passport: two 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) photos, correctly cropped, white background, head size 1–1⅜ inches, ready to cut.

Why two photos on one sheet? US passport applications require one photo. USCIS forms, DS-160, and other applications also require one each. Having two on one print gives you a spare — useful for green card applications, DV Lottery, or any other US immigration form that requires the same photo type.

How to cut the photos correctly

Cutting is the most important step. Jagged or uneven cuts can cause passport office staff to question the photo.

What you need: A sharp paper cutter (best) or very steady scissors. A ruler and pencil for marking if needed.

How to cut:

  1. The PixID 4×6 template includes crop marks — thin lines showing exactly where to cut
  2. Use a paper cutter for a perfectly straight edge
  3. If using scissors, fold along the crop mark line first to create a straight guide
  4. Cut slowly and steadily — do not rush
  5. Check that both photos are exactly 2×2 inches after cutting

What not to do: Do not use a dull blade. Do not tear along the line. Do not cut inside the crop marks — the photo must be exactly 2×2 inches.

Which applications accept photos printed this way?

ApplicationPrinted photo acceptedNotes
US Passport (mail-in DS-82)YesOne 2×2 photo required
US Passport (in-person DS-11)YesOne 2×2 photo required
USCIS forms (I-485, I-90, N-400)YesOne 2×2 photo per form
UK visa (VFS/TLS centre)YesTwo 35×45 mm photos required
Schengen visaYesTwo 35×45 mm photos required
DS-160No — digital onlyUpload JPEG to ceac.state.gov
US passport online renewalNo — digital onlyUpload JPEG to travel.state.gov

Printing for UK and international passports

The $0.35 method works for UK and international passport photos too — just with different dimensions.

UK passport (35×45 mm): PixID generates a 4×6 sheet with two 35×45 mm UK passport photos. Upload to Tesco Photo (tesco.com/photos) and order a 6×4 standard print for approximately £0.15. Cut to 35×45 mm.

Schengen visa (35×45 mm): Same process. Upload PixID 4×6 sheet to any photo print service, order standard 6×4 print, cut to 35×45 mm.

Common mistakes that waste money

  • Ordering the "passport photo" service instead of a standard print. This triggers the $14.99–$16.99 service fee. Always select "standard 4×6 print" explicitly.
  • Uploading the wrong file. Upload the 4×6 template — not the individual 2×2 photo file. The template is designed to be printed at full 4×6 size.
  • Selecting "fit to page." This rescales the image and ruins the biometric dimensions. Always select "print at actual size" or "100% scale."
  • Using regular copy paper at home. Passport offices require glossy or matte photo paper. Plain copy paper is rejected. If printing at home, use photo paper only.
  • Cutting too small. US passport photos must be exactly 2×2 inches. Cutting inside the crop marks makes the photo undersized and may cause rejection.

Frequently asked questions

Can I print passport photos at Walmart for $0.35?
Yes. Upload your PixID 4×6 template to walmart.com/photo or the Walmart app. Select "4×6 standard print" — not the passport photo service. Pay approximately $0.35 at in-store pickup. Cut the two photos yourself.
Does CVS charge $0.35 for passport photos?
CVS charges $16.99 for their passport photo service. However, if you upload your own compliant 4×6 template and order it as a standard 4×6 print, you pay approximately $0.35. Select "Photo Prints" not "Passport Photos."
Can I print passport photos at home for less than $0.35?
Yes, if you have a photo inkjet printer and glossy photo paper. Paper costs approximately $0.05–$0.15 per sheet. Ink adds approximately $0.10–$0.20. Total home cost: $0.15–$0.35. However, home printing requires careful colour calibration to ensure the white background prints as true white.
How do I cut the passport photos after printing?
Use the crop marks on the PixID 4×6 template as guides. A paper cutter gives the cleanest edge. Scissors work if held steady. Cut to exactly 2×2 inches for US passport photos or 35×45 mm for UK/international photos.
Is it legal to print your own passport photos?
Yes. The US State Department, HMPO, and all major passport authorities allow self-taken and self-printed photos as long as they meet all specifications. There is no requirement to use a professional photographer or official passport photo service.

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