What size photo do I need for a US visa?

US visa photos must be exactly 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), the same as US passport photos.

Is the US visa photo the same as the passport photo?

Yes, both use the same 2×2 inch dimensions and white background requirement.

Can I upload a digital photo for the DS-160?

Yes. The DS-160 accepts a digital photo between 600×600 and 1200×1200 pixels. This tool outputs at 600×600 px (300 DPI).

How recent does the photo need to be?

The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.

What are the exact pixel requirements for a DS-160 photo?

The DS-160 accepts a square JPEG, minimum 600×600 px, maximum 1200×1200 px, file size under 240 KB. The face must occupy 50–69% of the frame from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.

Can I wear glasses in a US visa photo?

No. The US State Department banned glasses in all passport and visa photos as of November 2016. Sunglasses and tinted lenses are also prohibited.

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US visa applications require a 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) photo with a white background. This tool crops, resizes, and compresses your photo to meet US Embassy requirements — 100% client-side, your photo stays private.

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Photo Requirements

Size: 2×2 inches (51×51 mm)
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Background: plain white
Format: JPEG, recent photo taken within 6 months

Official requirements: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos.html ↗

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How to Use This Tool

Upload a front-facing photo with neutral expression.
Zoom and move in until the face oval guide aligns with your face.
Click Center Face to auto-position the crop, then Straighten to level your eyes.
Make final adjustments — drag the image and fine-tune the tilt if needed.
Click Apply, then Remove Background for a compliant white backdrop.
Download and upload to the DS-160 application.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo do I need for a US visa?: US visa photos must be exactly 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), the same as US passport photos.
Is the US visa photo the same as the passport photo?: Yes, both use the same 2×2 inch dimensions and white background requirement.
Can I upload a digital photo for the DS-160?: Yes. The DS-160 accepts a digital photo between 600×600 and 1200×1200 pixels. This tool outputs at 600×600 px (300 DPI).
How recent does the photo need to be?: The photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.
What are the exact pixel requirements for a DS-160 photo?: The DS-160 accepts a square JPEG, minimum 600×600 px, maximum 1200×1200 px, file size under 240 KB. The face must occupy 50–69% of the frame from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
Can I wear glasses in a US visa photo?: No. The US State Department banned glasses in all passport and visa photos as of November 2016. Sunglasses and tinted lenses are also prohibited.

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