Passport Photos in August, CA — Locations, Hours & Photo Checker
August residents can obtain professional passport photos at local pharmacies and postal centers throughout San Joaquin County. Several convenient locations offer quick, high-quality passport photo services within minutes of downtown August.
Passport Photo Locations in August
All 5 verified locations with hours, ratings, and one-tap directions
💡 Tip: Call ahead to confirm passport photo service availability, especially at smaller locations.
📍 Local Tips for August
Insider knowledge from our Central Valley experts
Consider timing your passport photo during cooler morning hours to avoid summer heat and potential perspiration. The local CVS and Walgreens typically have the most consistent and reliable passport photo services in the area.
US Passport Photo Requirements
Official specifications from the U.S. Department of State
📐 Size & Dimensions
Photo must be 2×2 inches (51×51 mm)
- Head height: 1 to 1⅜ inches
- Eye level: 1⅛ to 1⅜ inches from bottom
- Print on matte or glossy paper
📸 Photo Quality
High resolution, in focus, proper exposure
- Taken within last 6 months
- Color photo (no black & white)
- Natural skin tones
⚪ Background
Plain white or off-white only
- No patterns or textures
- No shadows on background
- Uniform color throughout
👤 Head Position
Face forward, directly at camera
- Head straight (not tilted)
- Full face view, ears visible
- Eyes open and clearly visible
😐 Expression
Neutral expression, mouth closed
- No smiling with teeth
- Both eyes open
- Natural expression
👓 Glasses & Accessories
Generally not allowed
- Remove eyeglasses (unless medical)
- No sunglasses or tinted lenses
- No headphones or devices
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