US Passport & Visa Photo Size and Resizer
Resize and crop your photo to the US Passport & Visa size, privately in your browser. Nothing is uploaded.
How we keep your files private
US Passport & Visa photo requirements
- Printed photos are 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm). Online uploads must be square, between 600 × 600 and 1200 × 1200 pixels, in JPEG format and no larger than 240 KB.
- The State Department asks for a recent photo (taken within the last six months), a plain white or off-white background and a head measuring 1 to 1⅜ inches (25 to 35 mm) from chin to top of head.
Size summary
| Print size | 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) |
|---|---|
| Pixels at 300 dpi | 602 × 602 |
| Pixels from this preset | 600 × 600 |
| File type | JPG |
| File size limit | 240 KB maximum |
This preset outputs 600 × 600 pixels, the smallest accepted size, which keeps the file comfortably under 240 KB.
Official rules change and are applied by individual offices, so use this page as a size guide and check the current instructions from the passport or visa authority before you apply.
How to resize your photo
- Drop your photo into the tool above.
- Choose crop to fill, then slide the vertical position until your head and shoulders sit in the middle of the preview.
- Download the JPG and compare it with the official guidance.
Other photo sizes
- UK Passport
- Schengen Visa
- Canadian Passport
- Australian Passport
- Japanese Passport
- China Visa
- Brazilian Passport
Frequently asked questions
What size is a US Passport & Visa photo?
The photo is 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm).
How many pixels is a US Passport & Visa photo?
At 300 dpi, 2 × 2 inches is 602 × 602 pixels. This tool outputs 600 × 600 pixels.
Is my photo uploaded when I resize it?
No. The photo is resized by your own browser and never leaves your device.
Will this guarantee my photo is accepted?
No. The tool fixes size and crop, but it cannot check your head position, expression, lighting or background. Compare the result with the official instructions before you submit.
My portal wants a smaller file. What now?
Run the result through a compress-to-KB tool, such as compress image to 100KB or 200KB, then check it still looks sharp.
Can I use it for other countries with the same size?
Yes. Any application that asks for 2 × 2 inches works with this preset.
How do I print it at the right size?
Print at 100% scale (turn off 'fit to page') on photo paper, and measure the print with a ruler.