Passport Photos in West Plains, MO — Locations, Hours & Photo Checker
West Plains offers multiple convenient passport photo services through local pharmacies and government offices. Professional photographers and select retail locations can help residents quickly obtain official passport photographs that meet federal requirements.
Passport Photo Locations in West Plains
All 8 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 West Plains
Insider knowledge from our Southern Missouri Ozarks experts
During hunting and agricultural seasons, plan ahead as local photographers might have limited availability. Check with the Howell County Clerk’s office for the most current passport photo guidelines.
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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