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PASSPORT · VISA · ID PHOTOS
US passport photo — 2×2 in (51×51 mm)
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US PASSPORT · 51 × 51 mm
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OFFICIAL RULES
US passport photo requirements
| Photo size | 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm) |
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| Digital file | 600 × 600 px · JPEG · 54 KB – 10 MB |
| Head height | 25–35 mm, chin to top of head |
| Eye line | 28.6–34.9 mm from the bottom of the photo |
| Background | White or off-white |
| Note | Neutral expression or natural smile, mouth closed, no glasses. |
| Official source | travel.state.gov · checked October 20, 2026 |
Photo for a baby or child? United States baby and child photo rules · Several people? Family passport photos
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HOW IT WORKS
Three steps, about a minute
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Pick your document
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Check the results, then download. Need prints, or photos for the whole family? The Family kit adds them for $2.99.
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PHOTO RULES
What gets photos accepted
Rules differ by country. The tool checks yours automatically and shows what to fix.
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Plain light background
White or off-white, no shadows or patterns.
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Face the camera
Head straight and centered, eyes open.
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Neutral expression
Mouth closed. Some countries allow a slight smile.
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Glasses
Most countries now reject photos with glasses.
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Shadows on your face
Face a window or lamp so the light is even.
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Filters or edits
Beauty filters and retouching get photos rejected.
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- Up to 6 people, each with their own document
- Exact digital file + print sheets for each person
- Family sheet: everyone on one page
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FAQ
Questions
What size is a US passport photo?
2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm). For online forms we save a 600 × 600 px JPEG.
How big should my head be?
25–35 mm, chin to top of head. Eyes: 28.6–34.9 mm from the bottom of the photo. The tool sizes it for you and shows the value.
What background do I need?
White or off-white, with no shadows or patterns.
Is the file size right for the online form?
Yes. We save a JPEG between 54 KB and 10 MB, as travel.state.gov asks.
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Will my photo be accepted?
The tool checks your photo against these rules, but the final decision is always up to the issuing authority. No service can promise acceptance.
Does my photo get uploaded?
No. Your photo is processed in your browser and never leaves your device. We don't store it and we can't see it. We never store or use your photo after you close the tab.
Can you fix or edit my photo?
No. Official rules don't accept edited photos. Instead, our camera helper guides you to take one that passes the first time.
Where do these rules come from?
From the official page at travel.state.gov, checked on October 20, 2026.
Which other documents are supported?
US passport, US visa, UK passport, UK online passport, Canada passport, Australian passport, Indian passport, India e-Visa, Schengen visa, China visa, Japan visa.
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