US Passport & Visa Photo Size & Requirements 2026

Create a compliant US passport, visa, or Green Card photo online. Exact 2x2 inch (51x51mm), white background, head 25-35mm, no glasses. Perfect for DS-160.

Photo size

51 × 51 mm

Pixel size

600 × 600 px

Background

white

Head height

25–35 mm

Eyes from bottom

28–35 mm

Glasses

Not allowed

Max file size

240 KB

ℹ️ DS-160 and passport applications require exact 600x600 px, JPEG ≤240KB. Absolutely no glasses.

Create your United States Passport / Visa / Green Card photo

📸 Photo Guidelines

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Take a step back: Ensure your photo includes your full head, neck, and both shoulders. Leave ample empty space around your face.

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Neutral expression: Keep your mouth closed and do not show your teeth. Look directly into the camera.

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Even lighting: Face a window. Avoid harsh side-lighting that causes heavy shadows.

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No hats or glasses: Remove glasses and headwear. Ensure eyebrows and ears are visible.

Click to upload or drag & drop

JPEG, PNG, WebP, or HEIC · Max 20MB

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