US passport & visa photo, 2 × 2 in.
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Crop a square 2 × 2 inch photo and export it at the pixel size the State Department's online forms accept. The photo is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
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What size is a US passport or visa photo?
A US passport or visa photo is 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm). For online visa applications such as the DS-160, the digital photo must be a square JPEG between 600 × 600 and 1200 × 1200 pixels, 240 KB or smaller, with the head taking up 50–69% of the image height.
- Print size
- 2 × 2 in51 × 51 mm
- Pixels
- 600 × 600 pxup to 1200 × 1200
- Aspect ratio
- 1 : 1square
- File type
- JPEGsRGB colour
- File size
- ≤ 240 KBfor digital uploads
- Head size
- 50–69%of the image height
US passport and visa photo specification
| Upload | Size | File size | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Printed photoHead 50–69% of the image height | 2 × 2 in (51 × 51 mm) | — | — |
| Digital photo (DS-160) | 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px, square | under 240 KB | JPEG |
Last verified per Digital image requirements for visa photos (U.S. Department of State).
US passport or visa photo requirements
- Taken in the last six months.
- Plain white or off-white background.
- Head 1 to 1⅜ inches (25–35 mm) from chin to the top of the head.
- Neutral expression or a natural smile, with both eyes open.
- No glasses.
FormPic crops and resizes but doesn't change the background, so start with a photo taken against a plain light wall. Rules change from time to time, so check the official instructions for your application before you submit.
How to make a US passport or visa photo
- Add a photoDrop a file, browse your files, or use your camera. JPG, PNG and WEBP up to 20 MB.
- Check the sizeThe US passport & visa preset is already on: 2×2 in, 600 × 600 px, JPEG, under 240 KB.
- Frame your faceDrag and resize the crop box. The rule-of-thirds grid helps you centre your face.
- DownloadSet a Max file size and FormPic picks the JPEG quality that fits. The Download button shows the final size.
Frequently asked questions
What size should a DS-160 photo be in pixels?
Between 600 × 600 and 1200 × 1200 pixels, square, as a JPEG of 240 KB or less. The preset exports at 600 × 600 px. For a sharper image, type 1200 into the Width field and the height follows.
Can I wear glasses in a US passport photo?
No. Glasses haven't been allowed in US passport and visa photos since November 2016, except in rare medical cases backed by a signed statement from a doctor.
Is the US photo size the same as Indian passport size?
No. The US uses a square 2 × 2 inch photo. Indian passports use 35 × 45 mm, which is taller than it is wide.
How do I keep the file under 240 KB?
The US preset sets a 240 KB limit for you, so FormPic picks the highest JPEG quality that fits. A 600 × 600 px JPEG is usually well under it anyway.
Where these numbers come from
- Digital image requirements for visa photosU.S. Department of State
- Passport photosU.S. Department of State
Last checked against these sources on .
Related sizes and forms
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FormPic is made by one developer, Devanshu Verma. If your form asks for a photo size FormPic doesn't have yet, something didn't work, or you have an idea for a feature, send a message through the contact form on his portfolio. Size requests decide which presets come next.
For a new size, it helps to mention the form or country, the size it asks for (in mm or pixels), and any file size limit.