Passport photos in Algonquin and Lake in the Hills.
Whether you're near Randall Road or down in old town Algonquin, I'll bring the passport photo setup to you — a plain backdrop, the right lighting, and a careful check against the requirements before I pack up.
It's an easy way to get the whole family's photos done in one visit, with printed copies mailed the same day.
We come to you
Algonquin and Lake in the Hills are about 40 minutes from Richmond, on a route I drive regularly. By appointment, at your home or business.
Right the first time
Unlimited retakes until the photo meets U.S. State Department requirements, checked before I leave.
Same-day copies
Digital file by email or text the same day; two printed 2×2 copies mailed free (3–4 business days), or same-day hand delivery.
$135 for the visit and one person’s photo, with each additional person, infant, and extra print pair priced on the passport photos page. First-time or renewal-by-mail application filled out and printed: $55.
Where to turn in your application near Algonquin & Lake in the Hills
First-time applicants turn in their application in person at a passport acceptance facility, with ID and proof of citizenship — and sign it there, in front of the agent. These government offices are the closest to Algonquin & Lake in the Hills. Renewing by mail? You mail it yourself; no visit needed.
Post office
Algonquin Post Office
801 W Algonquin RdAlgonquin, IL 60102(847) 658-0012
Post office passport acceptance. Book an appointment online at usps.com or call ahead.
Hours & appointmentsPost office
Crystal Lake Post Office
301 E Congress PkwyCrystal Lake, IL 60014(815) 459-8084
Post office passport acceptance. Book an appointment online at usps.com or call ahead.
Hours & appointmentsPost office
Elgin Post Office
66 Grove CtElgin, IL 60120(847) 741-0725
Post office passport acceptance. Book an appointment online at usps.com or call ahead.
Hours & appointmentsTraveling in less than 2 weeks?
Chicago Passport Agency (U.S. Department of State)
By appointment only, for urgent international travel within 14 days (or a foreign visa needed within 28 days). Book by calling the National Passport Information Center at the number listed.
Office details checked October 2026 from official USPS, county, and State Department sources. Hours and appointment rules change — please call ahead.
Before your photo
How to get a photo that passes the first time
What to wear
- Wear an everyday shirt or top in a darker color like blue, black, or gray — white and light colors blend into the white background.
- No uniforms or camouflage.
- Take off hats and large jewelry. Head coverings worn daily for religious or medical reasons are fine with a signed statement, as long as they don't shadow your face.
- No glasses, sunglasses, or tinted lenses, unless you have a signed doctor's note.
Your hair
- Up or down, curly or straight — just keep it off your eyes, eyebrows, and the edges of your face.
- Bangs are fine if your eyes and eyebrows show. Pin longer bangs back with a small bobby pin.
- No big headbands, bows, clips, or scarves. Thin hair ties and plain bobby pins are fine.
- A low ponytail, bun, or braid is the easiest way to keep hair out of your face.
- Tuck your hair behind your ears. It's the simplest way to keep your face fully visible and one of the best ways to avoid a rejection.
Common questions
Is there a passport office in Lake in the Hills?
Lake in the Hills doesn't have its own passport acceptance facility, but the Algonquin post office on West Algonquin Road is close by, and the Crystal Lake post office is another nearby option.
Do you come to both Algonquin and Lake in the Hills?
Yes — same service and price in both towns, at your home or your business.
How much do at-home passport photos cost in Algonquin & Lake in the Hills?
Home or business visit: 1 compliant passport photo, 2 printed & cut copies + digital file: $135; each additional person, same visit (same package): +$30; infants, each (extra time and care): +$20; your own photo made compliant (background removal, sizing) + 1 printed & cut pair, depending on the background: $20–$40; each additional printed & cut pair, any service: +$1; application filled out and printed — first-time (ds-11) or renewal by mail (ds-82) — delivered with your photos: +$55; usps mail delivery (3–4 business days): free; same-day hand delivery: quoted per project.
Passport photos nearby
Passport photos in Algonquin & Lake in the Hills, done right the first time.
Tell me how many people need photos and whether anyone is an infant or needs their application filled out, and I'll get you a time.
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