How to use it
- Choose a clear, front-facing photo with even light.
- Use the zoom and move sliders until the face is centred in the frame.
- Download the JPG, then print it with the print sheet tool or upload it to the application.
United States passport photo requirements
The US wants a 2×2 inch photo, head 1 to 1⅜ inches (25 to 35 mm) from chin to top of head, plain white or off-white background, taken in the last 6 months.
Output size: 2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm), which is 600 × 600 pixels at 300 dpi. For online applications you may also need to compress the file; try the 100KB or 200KB tools.
Take the photo in daylight facing a window, with no shadows behind you, no glasses glare and a neutral expression. Rules change, so always confirm on the official government site before you print.
Related guides: passport photo requirements, background colour by country, glasses in passport photos and how to take a passport photo at home.
If an online application asks for a small file, resize and crop here first, then compress to the size limit, for example 200KB or 100KB.
Questions
What is the United States passport photo size?
2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm). At 300 dpi that is 600 × 600 pixels, which is what this tool exports.
Does this tool check the official rules?
No. It crops and sizes your photo; it cannot guarantee acceptance. Check the official requirements (background, expression, glasses) before you submit.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser, so your photo stays on your device.
How do I print it?
Use the free print sheet tool to place several copies on a 6×4 inch sheet and print it at a photo shop or at home at 100% scale.