What size photo is required for a US Green Card?

USCIS requires a 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photo, the same as US passport and visa photos.

Is the Green Card photo the same as the US passport photo?

Yes. Both require the same 2×2 inch format with a plain white background.

Can I use this for USCIS Form I-485?

Yes. Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence) requires a 2×2 inch USCIS-compliant photo.

What information do I write on the back of a USCIS Green Card photo?

USCIS requires you to write your full name and A-Number (Alien Registration Number) lightly in pencil on the back of each photo. US passport applications do not require this.

How recent must a Green Card photo be?

USCIS requires the photo to be taken within the last 30 days for Form I-485 submissions — stricter than the 6-month requirement for passport photos.

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US Permanent Resident (Green Card) applications require a 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photo with a white background — the same standard as US passport photos. This free tool crops and resizes your photo to meet USCIS requirements — on your device.

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Photo Requirements

Size: 2×2 inches (51×51mm)
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Background: plain white
Format: JPEG, recent photo taken within 30 days
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Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo is required for a US Green Card?: USCIS requires a 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photo, the same as US passport and visa photos.
Is the Green Card photo the same as the US passport photo?: Yes. Both require the same 2×2 inch format with a plain white background.
Can I use this for USCIS Form I-485?: Yes. Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence) requires a 2×2 inch USCIS-compliant photo.
What information do I write on the back of a USCIS Green Card photo?: USCIS requires you to write your full name and A-Number (Alien Registration Number) lightly in pencil on the back of each photo. US passport applications do not require this.
How recent must a Green Card photo be?: USCIS requires the photo to be taken within the last 30 days for Form I-485 submissions — stricter than the 6-month requirement for passport photos.

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