US Passport & Immigration Photo Prices
Passport, visa, green card, EAD—all use the same 2×2" photo. Why pay $15+ at CVS when you can get the same compliant photo for $1?
Price Comparison
| Provider | Price | Photos | Digital File | Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dollar Passport Photo Best Value (+ $0.35 printing) | $1.35 | 6 | 2 minutes | |
| CVS in-store | $16.99 | 2 | +$3.99 | 30-60 min |
| Walgreens in-store | $14.99 | 2 | +$3.99 | 30-60 min |
| Walmart in-store | $7.44 | 2 | +$3.99 | 30-60 min |
| Costco members only | $6.99 | 2 | +$3.99 | 30-60 min |
| FedEx in-store | $14.95 | 2 | +$3.99 | 20-30 min |
| Staples in-store | $17.99 | 2 | +$3.99 | 20-30 min |
| UPS Store varies by location | $11.99 | 2 | +$3.99 | 10-15 min |
US Documents Using 2×2" Photos
Good news: all these documents use the same photo specs. One photo works for everything.
| Document | Forms | Photos Needed | CVS Cost | Our Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Passport | DS-11, DS-82 | 1 | $8.50 | $1.35 |
| US Visa | DS-160, DS-260 | 2 | $17.00 | $1.35 |
| Green Card | I-485, I-90 | 2 | $17.00 | $1.35 |
| EAD (Work Permit) | I-765 | 2 | $17.00 | $1.35 |
| Travel Document | I-131 | 2 | $17.00 | $1.35 |
| DV Lottery | DV Entry + I-485 | 2 | $17.00 | $1.35 |
* CVS cost estimated at $16.99 per 2 photos ($8.50/photo). Our cost: $1 + $0.35 printing for 6 photos.
Filing I-485 + I-765 + I-131 Together?
CVS Route
- I-485 (2 photos) $16.99
- I-765 (2 photos) $16.99
- I-131 (2 photos) $16.99
- Total $50.97
+ 3 separate CVS visits
Our Route
- 6 photos (one 4×6 sheet) $1.00
- Print at CVS $0.35
- Total $1.35
+ digital file for DS-160 included
Your savings on concurrent filing
$49.62
97% cheaper than CVS
Single Photo Savings
vs CVS ($16.99)
$15.64
92% savings
vs Walgreens ($14.99)
$13.64
91% savings
vs Walmart ($7.44)
$6.09
82% savings
vs Costco ($6.99)
$5.64
81% savings
Compare by Store
Passport Photo Cost Guide
All retail and online prices
CVS Passport Photo
$16.99 vs $1 comparison
CVS Visa Photo
DS-160 digital + print guide
CVS Green Card Photo
USCIS concurrent filing savings
Walgreens Passport Photo
$14.99 vs $1 comparison
Walmart Passport Photo
$7.44 vs $1 comparison
Costco Passport Photo
Members-only pricing
Staples Passport Photo
$17.99 vs $1 comparison
FedEx Passport Photo
$14.95 vs $1 comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Are US passport, visa, and green card photos the same?
Yes! All US immigration photos use the same specs: 2×2 inches, white background, no glasses. One compliant photo works for passport, visa, green card, EAD, and DV Lottery applications.
How much does a passport photo cost at CVS?
CVS charges $16.99 for two printed passport photos. Digital copies cost an extra $3.99. If you need 6 photos for concurrent USCIS filing, that's about $50+ at CVS.
How many photos do I need for USCIS applications?
Most USCIS forms require 2 photos each. Filing I-485 (green card) + I-765 (EAD) + I-131 (travel document) together? That's 6 photos. Our $1 service gives you 6 photos on one sheet.
What's the cheapest way to get immigration photos?
Use 1 Dollar Passport Photo ($1) and print the 4×6 sheet at CVS for $0.35. Total: $1.35 for 6 photos + digital file. That's 92% cheaper than CVS's passport photo service.
Do I need a digital photo for DS-160 visa applications?
Yes. DS-160 requires a digital upload (600×600 to 1200×1200 pixels, max 240KB). CVS charges extra for digital. Our service includes both digital and printable formats for $1.
How recent do USCIS photos need to be?
Passport photos: within 6 months. USCIS applications (I-485, I-765, I-131): within 30 days is preferred. Take fresh photos close to your filing date to avoid RFEs.
Get All Your Immigration Photos for $1
Passport, visa, green card, EAD—one photo works for all. AI-powered compliance check, digital file for DS-160, and 6 prints on one sheet.
Create Your Photo Now$1 + $0.35 printing = $1.35 for 6 photos