Houston, TX · United States
Passport Photos in Houston
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Where to Get Passport Photos in Houston
Passport Offices in Houston
Houston Passport Agency
1919 Smith Street, Suite 1400, Houston, TX 77002
One of the busiest passport agencies in the US. Located in downtown Houston.
Mickey Leland Federal Building
1919 Smith Street, Houston, TX 77002
Passport Photos in Houston — What to Know
Houston's position as a major international hub — home to the world's largest medical center, a massive energy industry, and a diverse immigrant population — means consistently high demand for passport and visa photos.
The Houston Passport Agency at 1919 Smith Street downtown is one of the busiest in the nation. With Houston's proximity to Mexico and large Latin American community, passport and consular services see heavy traffic year-round. Appointments for urgent passport services can be particularly difficult to secure.
Houston's sprawling geography makes convenience critical. Most residents opt for the nearest Walgreens or CVS rather than driving across the city. For those needing photos for non-US documents, Houston's ethnic neighbourhoods (Chinatown on Bellaire Blvd, the Indian community around Hillcroft) have photo shops familiar with specific country requirements.
Local Tips for Houston
- Houston has one of the busiest passport agencies in the country due to the large international business community and proximity to Mexico
- With Houston's sprawling layout, choosing a pharmacy near your home saves significant driving time
- Walmart locations in the Houston suburbs often have shorter waits for passport photos than pharmacies in the city center
- Houston's diverse international community means many photo shops cater to specific country requirements — useful for non-US passports
Houston Passport Photo FAQ
Where can I get passport photos in Houston?
Walgreens (200+ locations), CVS (150+), Walmart (50+), and FedEx Office locations throughout the Houston metro area. Independent photo shops are also common in diverse neighbourhoods.
Where is the Houston Passport Agency?
The Houston Passport Agency is at 1919 Smith Street, Suite 1400, downtown Houston. It is one of the busiest passport agencies in the US. Appointments are required and book up quickly.
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