US Passport Photo Maker - Create 2x2 Inch Passport Photos Online
Crop and adjust photos to conform to official US Department of State 2x2 inch (51x51mm) passport and visa guidelines.
Photos are cropped locally in your browser. Position and scale the photo, then confirm every requirement with the official source before submitting.
Check official requirements: U.S. passport photo requirementsChoose a photo to start positioning it.
Photo requirements
| Country | United States |
|---|---|
| Document type | Passport, visa, and immigration photo |
| Organization | U.S. Department of State and USCIS |
| Width | 2 in |
| Height | 2 in |
| Background | Plain white or off-white background |
| Head requirement | Head height from chin to top of head: 1 to 1 3/8 in (25 to 35 mm). |
| File format | JPG, PNG |
| File size | Check the official website for the selected application route. |
The 2 x 2 in (51 x 51 mm) physical-photo framework is used by U.S. passports and many visa and immigration applications, including Form I-485. Digital visa routes, the Diversity Visa program, and individual embassy instructions can add different file, pixel, quantity, or recency rules.
Official sources
- U.S. passport photo requirementsLast checked: 2026-07-14
- U.S. visa photo requirementsLast checked: 2026-07-14
- USCIS Form I-485 instructionsLast checked: 2026-07-14
Please confirm the latest U.S. passport, visa, or immigration photo requirements on the relevant official website before submitting your application.
How to use
- 01Upload a clear color photo.
- 02Position and scale the photo in the 2 x 2 inch frame.
- 03Choose the official passport, visa, or USCIS source that matches your application before using the result.
FAQ
What are the official US passport photo dimensions?
Photos must measure exactly 2x2 inches (51x51mm), with head length between 1 and 1.375 inches (50% to 69% of image height) against a plain white background.
Are eyeglasses permitted in US passport and visa photos?
No. The US Department of State strictly prohibits eyeglasses in passport and visa photos except under rare documented medical conditions.
Are portrait photos uploaded to any server during processing?
No. All photo framing and Canvas rendering occur strictly inside your local browser sandbox, safeguarding biometric privacy.