Passport Photos in Catharpin, VA

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Professional passport photo services that meet strict government standards, ready in minutes with no appointment needed.

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Professional Passport Photo Services Catharpin

Skip the Rejection, Get Approved Photos

You need passport photos that work. Not photos that get your application sent back because they’re the wrong size, too blurry, or don’t meet the latest government requirements.

Normal passport processing already takes 6-9 weeks – and that gets extended if your photos don’t meet requirements. Why risk the delay when you can get it right the first time?

Our professional photo equipment ensures your photos are exactly 2×2 inches with proper head sizing between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from chin to crown. We know the rules because we’ve been doing this for decades, and we make sure your photos pass inspection.

Trusted Catharpin Passport Photo Provider

Your Neighbors Since 1990

School & Office Annex has served the Lake Ridge and Northern Virginia community since 1990. We’re not some chain store that treats you like a number – we’re your local neighbors who understand what Catharpin families need.

With a 4.5-star rating from over 32 customer reviews, we’ve built our reputation on getting things done right. We even have a US Post Office inside our store, so you can handle your entire passport application process in one convenient location.

The difference is simple: we care about your travel plans succeeding, not just taking your money.

Catharpin Passport Photo Process

Walk In, Walk Out, Travel Ready

No appointments, no waiting weeks for results. Just come in when it’s convenient for you.

We’ll position you correctly and use professional equipment to capture a clear image of your face that meets all current government standards. We’ll make sure your eyes are open and your mouth is closed, with the right neutral expression that passport officials expect.

Your photos are printed immediately on proper photo paper. You’ll get two regulation 2×2 inch prints, ready to attach to your passport application. The whole process takes just a few minutes, and you can handle other errands like copying, faxing, or mailing while you’re here.

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Official Passport Photo Requirements Catharpin

What Makes Passport Photos Government Compliant

The government doesn’t mess around with passport photo requirements, and neither do we. Your photos must be taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance.

Eyeglasses are no longer allowed in passport photos except in rare medical circumstances that require a doctor’s statement. You can’t wear uniforms, and head coverings are only permitted for daily religious purposes.

For Catharpin residents, this matters because your local Post Office doesn’t process passport applications. You’ll likely need to travel to Fairfax or another acceptance facility, so having compliant photos from the start saves you multiple trips and weeks of delays.

What size do passport photos need to be for US applications?

US passport photos must be exactly 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), with your head measuring between 1 and 1 3/8 inches from chin to crown. This isn’t negotiable – photos that are too close, too far away, or the wrong size will be rejected. We use professional equipment that automatically ensures these exact measurements. Even small mistakes like incorrect head placement or photo dimensions can lead to rejection of your entire application, so precision matters.
Your passport photos must have been taken within the last 6 months. The government verifies that the photo looks like you, so using older photos won’t work. You only need new photos if your appearance has significantly changed – like major facial surgery, significant weight changes, or adding/removing many facial piercings or tattoos. Normal aging, growing a beard, or coloring your hair doesn’t require new passport photos if you’re renewing.
Eyeglasses are no longer allowed in passport photos, except in rare circumstances when glasses cannot be removed for medical reasons like recent eye surgery. In these cases, you must provide a signed medical statement from a doctor. If glasses are medically necessary, the frames cannot cover your eyes and there must be no glare or reflection that obscures your eyes. For most people, it’s simpler to just remove glasses before the photo.
It’s okay if a baby’s eyes are not entirely open, but all other children must have their eyes open. Newborns and infants may have their eyes partially closed and can open their mouths. Their hands and arms can be visible as long as they’re below the shoulders and not covering the face. Only the child can be in the photo – no one else can be visible holding them up – and they must face the camera directly. We recommend laying babies on a plain white sheet and ensuring there are no shadows on their face.
Your passport photos are ready immediately – usually within just a few minutes of taking the picture. No waiting, no coming back later, no scheduling return visits. We print your photos on proper photo paper right here in the store. You’ll receive two regulation 2×2 inch prints that are ready to attach to your passport application. Since we have a US Post Office inside our store, you can even get guidance on the rest of your passport application process while you’re here.
No appointment necessary. We’re a walk-in service, so you can come in whenever it’s convenient for you during our business hours. We greet you when you walk in, and we even have a little train area for kids to play with if you’re waiting in line. Most passport photos are completed in just a few minutes, so there’s rarely any significant wait time. It’s designed to fit into your schedule, not the other way around.