US Passport Photo Size (2×2 in)
A US passport photo is 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm, or 5.1 × 5.1 cm). Your head must measure 1 to 1⅜ inches from chin to top, and a digital US visa (DS-160) photo must be square, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px. Upload a photo below to get one in that size.
- 2×2 in
- 51×51 mm
- 5.1×5.1 cm
- 600×600 px
US Passport Photo Official 2×2 Inch Size Specifications
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The tool crops the photo to a 2×2 square around your head and replaces the background with white.
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Preview for free, then download a 600×600 px JPEG for $9.99. Print it at 2×2 inches with the free print sheet.
Notes on the measurements
- Head height is measured from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head, including hair.
- The State Department's photo template places the eyes between 1⅛ and 1⅜ inches from the bottom of the photo.
- US visa photos use the same 2×2 inch size and the same head height as passport photos.
- For the DS-160 visa upload, the JPEG must also be 240 KB or smaller.
Other rules besides size
The background must be plain white or off-white, the photo must be taken within the last 6 months, and glasses are not allowed. A photo can be the right size and still be rejected for these.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size of a US passport photo in inches?
2 × 2 inches, square. The head must measure 1 to 1⅜ inches from chin to top of head.
What is the US passport photo size in mm and cm?
51 × 51 mm, which is 5.1 × 5.1 cm. The head should measure 25 to 35 mm.
What is the US passport photo size in pixels?
Printed at 300 DPI, 2 × 2 inches equals 600 × 600 px. The DS-160 visa upload takes a square photo from 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px; online passport renewal gives its own upload instructions.
Is the US visa photo size the same as the passport photo size?
Yes. Both are 2 × 2 inches with a 1 to 1⅜ inch head. The DS-160 upload also limits the JPEG to 240 KB.
Can I use a 35×45 mm photo for a US passport?
No. 35×45 mm is the size used by many other countries. US passports and visas need a square 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) photo.
Does the tool check the size for me?
The tool crops your photo to the 2×2 layout and exports it at 600 × 600 px, so you do not need to measure. It does not check other rules such as glasses or expression, so review the preview yourself.
USVisaPhotoAI is an independent photo service. It is not affiliated with the U.S. Department of State, USCIS, or any government agency. Final acceptance of any photo is decided by the agency reviewing your application.