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US baby passport photo

Baby and child rules from travel.state.gov, checked October 20, 2026. Lay your baby on a white sheet and let the camera helper guide you.

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OFFICIAL RULES FOR BABIES AND CHILDREN

US baby and child passport photo rules

Baby & toddlerEyes may be closed
ChildEyes must be open · Neutral expression
Every childNo other person in the photo · Full face visible — no hands · Plain white or off-white sheet behind (a car seat covered with the sheet is OK) · No shadows on the face
Photo size2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm)
Official sourcetravel.state.gov · checked October 20, 2026

“It is okay if a baby's eyes are not entirely open.”

— travel.state.gov

How to take a baby’s passport photo at home

  1. Lay out a white sheet. On the floor or a bed — or cover a car seat with it.
  2. Shoot from above. Lay your baby on the sheet; take the photo from directly above with even light.
  3. Two adults. One keeps the baby calm, the other takes the photo with the rear camera.
  4. No hands in the frame. Keep hands, toys and dummies out, then check and download.

More: US passport photo size · Baby rules in other countries · Family passport photos

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  1. Pick your document

    Choose the country and document. The tool loads its official size and rules.

  2. Upload or use the camera

    Any clear photo against a plain wall, or let the camera helper guide you. The tool finds your face and crops it to size.

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PHOTO RULES

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FAQ

Questions

Does my baby need eyes open?

Not always. the eyes don’t have to be fully open — “It is okay if a baby's eyes are not entirely open.” (travel.state.gov).

Can I hold my baby for the photo?

Your hands must not be visible. Lay your baby on a plain white sheet and shoot from above, or ask a second adult to take the photo. The tool asks you to confirm that no hands are in the photo.

What background do I need?

White or off-white. No other person in the photo. Full face visible — no hands. Plain white or off-white sheet behind (a car seat covered with the sheet is OK). No shadows on the face.

What size is the photo?

2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm) — the same as for adults. See the US passport photo page for the head-size rule.

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Does my photo get uploaded?

No. Photos are processed in your browser and never leave your device. We don't store them and we can't see them. We never store or use your photo after you close the tab.

Will my baby’s photo be accepted?

The tool checks the photo against the official rules, but the final decision is always up to the issuing authority. No service can promise acceptance.

Can I make photos for my whole family?

Yes — up to 6 people, each with their own document. The Family kit is 2.99, one-time · no subscription: exact digital files and print sheets for everyone, plus one family sheet.

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