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United States Passport Photo Size and Requirements

Make a compliant United States passport photo online. Exact 51x51mm (2x2 inch) size at 600x600 pixels, plain white background, prepared free in your browser.

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How to use United States Passport Photo

  1. 1Upload a clear, front-facing photo taken against a plain white or off-white background.
  2. 2Drag to frame your head within the 51×51mm crop guide.
  3. 3The photo is sized to exactly 600×600px at 600 DPI.
  4. 4Download your print-ready passport photo — nothing is uploaded.

Features

  • Square 51x51mm (2x2 inch), 600x600 pixels at 600 dpi.
  • Plain white or off-white background, evenly lit with no shadows.
  • Head height (chin to crown) between 25mm and 35mm, face centered.
  • Neutral expression or natural smile, both eyes open, mouth closed.
  • No eyeglasses unless a signed medical statement is provided.
  • Photo taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance.

United States passport photo size & rules

The United States uses one of the most recognizable formats in the world: a square photo measuring 51x51mm, universally known as the 2x2 inch photo. At the U.S. Department of State's recommended print resolution of 600 dpi, that equals exactly 600x600 pixels, which is why the digital version you upload to the online passport application must be square. Unlike most other countries, the U.S. deliberately avoids the 35x45mm rectangle used across Europe and Asia, so a photo cut for a British or Indian document will be rejected for a U.S. passport or visa.

The background must be plain white or off-white with no patterns, shadows, or other people in the frame. Your head must be centered and sized so that the distance from the bottom of your chin to the top of your head measures roughly 25 to 35mm (about 50-69% of the image height). Face the camera squarely with a neutral expression or a natural smile and both eyes open. Everyday prescription glasses are no longer accepted for U.S. passport photos except in rare documented medical cases, and head coverings are only allowed for religious or medical reasons with a signed statement.

Pixohub prepares your United States passport photo entirely inside your browser: nothing is uploaded to a server, which is a real privacy advantage for identity documents, and the tool is free to use. That said, official U.S. requirements can change, and consular posts abroad sometimes apply stricter checks. Always confirm the current specifications on travel.state.gov before you print or submit your photo so a small oversight does not delay your passport or visa.

Frequently asked questions

What size is a US passport photo?

It is a square 2x2 inches, which is 51x51mm, or 600x600 pixels at 600 dpi. The head should measure 25-35mm from chin to the top of the head.

Can I wear glasses in my US passport photo?

No. As of recent State Department rules, glasses are not permitted unless you cannot remove them for medical reasons and provide a signed doctor's statement.

Is a white or off-white background required?

Yes. The U.S. requires a plain white or off-white background. Colored, patterned, or textured backgrounds will cause your photo to be rejected.

Do I need to verify the rules myself?

Yes. Passport photo rules change periodically. Always confirm the current official requirements at travel.state.gov before printing or submitting your photo.

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