How to use it
- Choose a clear, front-facing photo with even light.
- Use the zoom and move sliders until the face is centred.
- Download the JPG and compress it if the form has a size limit.
US visa photo requirements
A US visa photo is 2 × 2 inches with a plain white or off-white background, a neutral expression and both eyes open. The head should measure 1 to 1⅜ inches (25 to 35 mm) from chin to crown.
This tool exports 600 × 600 pixels, which is the minimum digital size accepted for online applications. See also the DV lottery photo requirements and the US passport photo checklist.
Questions
What size is a US visa photo?
A US visa photo is 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), which is 600 × 600 pixels at 300 dpi. For online DS-160 and DV uploads the digital file must be a square JPEG between 600 × 600 and 1200 × 1200 pixels.
Does this tool guarantee acceptance?
No. It crops and sizes your photo. Check background, expression and glasses rules on the official US State Department site.
How do I get under the file limit?
Download your photo, then use the 200KB compressor to stay under the usual 240KB limit.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Everything happens in your browser.