Passport Photos in San Carlos, TX — Locations, Hours & Photo Checker
San Carlos residents seeking passport photos can find convenient services at local pharmacies and digital print shops in Hidalgo County. Multiple locations offer quick, professional passport photo capture with digital and print options available within city limits.
Passport Photo Locations in San Carlos
All 3 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 San Carlos
Insider knowledge from our Rio Grande Valley experts
For the most reliable passport photo service, check with the San Carlos City Hall for current recommended providers. Local CVS and Walgreens typically offer consistent and government-compliant photo services.
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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