San Francisco, CA · United States
Passport Photos in San Francisco
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Where to Get Passport Photos in San Francisco
Passport Offices in San Francisco
San Francisco Passport Agency
95 Hawthorne Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94105
Located in SoMa. Handles urgent/emergency passports by appointment.
Passport Photos in San Francisco — What to Know
San Francisco's compact 47 square miles means passport photo access is rarely a problem — there's a Walgreens or CVS in virtually every neighbourhood. The city's international tech workforce also drives demand for visa photos to countries across Asia and Europe.
The San Francisco Passport Agency at 95 Hawthorne Street in SoMa handles urgent passport needs for the entire Bay Area. During peak travel season, appointments book up rapidly. For routine renewals, any San Francisco Post Office with passport acceptance services works.
Given San Francisco's tech-savvy population, many residents prefer the convenience of taking their own photo and using an online tool — avoiding the trip entirely. Digital photos also work for the increasing number of countries that accept online visa applications.
Local Tips for San Francisco
- San Francisco's compact size means most residents are within walking distance of a Walgreens or CVS
- The San Francisco Passport Agency in SoMa is accessible via BART (Montgomery or Powell stations)
- Bay Area tech workers applying for frequent business travel visas often need passport photos for multiple countries — our tool supports 149+
San Francisco Passport Photo FAQ
Where can I get passport photos in San Francisco?
Walgreens (70+ SF locations), CVS (40+), FedEx Office, and various independent photo shops throughout the city. Most neighbourhoods have at least one option within walking distance.
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