How to use it
- Take a photo facing the camera, in even light, in front of a plain light wall, with your shoulders in the frame.
- Drop in the photo: the tool finds your face and crops it to the official size.
- Check the guides and the checklist, and adjust with the sliders if needed.
- Download the digital photo or, where the rules allow it, a print sheet as PDF or JPG (4×6, 5×7, Letter or A4).
US passport photo rules
According to the U.S. Department of State:
- Size: 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), in colour.
- Head height: 1 to 1⅜ inches (25–35 mm) from chin to top of head.
- Background: plain white or off-white.
- No glasses; neutral expression or a natural smile, eyes open.
- Taken in the last 6 months, with no filters or digital editing.
The official page has more detailed rules (head coverings, uniforms, headphones); check them before you apply.
What the tool does
It finds your face and the top of your head, levels the eyes and sizes the head to the middle of the 25–35 mm range. The background is not replaced, because the rules forbid digital editing: take the photo in front of a white or off-white wall.
Download a 600 × 600 px JPG (2 × 2 in at 300 DPI) or a 4×6 in sheet with 6 copies to print at a photo lab or kiosk. Your photo is never uploaded: the face detector (about 17 MB the first time) downloads into your browser and runs on your device.
We can't guarantee acceptance. The issuing authority always makes the final decision and rules can change: check the official page linked at the bottom before you apply.
For a US visa, use the visa photo page, which handles the digital upload and file-size limit.
Frequently asked questions
Can I wear glasses in a US passport photo?
No. Glasses are not allowed in US passport photos unless you have a medical statement.
Can I smile?
A neutral expression or a natural, closed-mouth smile is allowed; a neutral expression is the safest choice.
Will my photo be accepted?
We can't guarantee it: the authority decides.
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Last updated: November 13, 2026