United States Visa photo, done right
50.8 x 50.8 mm, plain white or off-white background, head 25-35 mm. Upload a photo below: your face is aligned to the official guides automatically, and nothing is uploaded to any server.
- Photo size
- 50.8 x 50.8 mm
- Output
- 600 x 600 px
- Background
- Plain white or off-white
Same as US passport: 2x2 in, head 50-69% of height.
Specs are provided as guidance. Always confirm requirements with the official passport or visa authority before submitting.
Official United States visa photo requirements
| Photo size | 50.8 x 50.8 mm (2x2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Digital output | 600 x 600 px JPEG |
| Head height (crown to chin) | 25-35 mm |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Authority | U.S. Department of State |
Same as US passport: 2x2 in, head 50-69% of height.
Worth knowing
- - The DS-160 online form accepts a 600x600 px digital upload, which this tool produces.
- - No glasses, no head coverings except for religious reasons worn daily.
Questions
What size is a United States visa photo?
50.8 x 50.8 mm (2x2 inches), with the head (crown to chin) between 25 and 35 mm. As a digital file this tool outputs 600 x 600 px. Rules per U.S. Department of State.
What background does a United States visa photo need?
Plain white or off-white. If your photo was taken against the wrong background, the background replacement feature swaps it for a compliant one on your device.
Can I take the photo myself with a phone?
Yes. Have someone take it (or use a timer) from about 1.5 meters away at eye level, facing a window or even light, against a plain wall. Then upload it here: the tool aligns your head to the official guides automatically and crops to the exact size.
How do I print it?
Download the free single photo for digital submissions, or get the Pro print sheet ($9 once): multiple copies tiled on a standard 4x6 or A4 sheet you can print at any pharmacy or photo kiosk for under a dollar.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Cropping, face detection, and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device, which matters for an identity document.
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