US passport & visa photo

Resize your photo to the exact 600×600 px (2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm)) upload size — free, private, no watermark.

This tool runs entirely in your browser. Your file never leaves your device — nothing is uploaded to our servers, so confidential documents and photos stay private.

US passport & visa photo online — free and exact

Need a US passport & visa photo? This free tool resizes your photo to the exact 600×600 pixels (2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm)) required for upload, right in your browser. The US Department of State requires a square 2×2 inch photo; online (DS-160 visa / passport) the digital image must be 600×600 px (up to 1200×1200), with the head 1–1⅜ inches from chin to crown. Set the size here, then upload it to the official portal. Tip: crop your photo to roughly 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) proportions first so the face keeps its natural shape.

How to us passport & visa photo

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    Crop your photo so the head and shoulders roughly match 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) proportions on a white or off-white background.

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    Drop it into the box above (or click to browse) — it is processed entirely in your browser.

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    Press "Resize to 600×600". The tool sets the exact 600×600 px upload size.

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    Download the photo and upload it to the official application portal.

Frequently asked questions

What is the correct US passport & visa photo size?+

The US Department of State requires a square 2×2 inch photo; online (DS-160 visa / passport) the digital image must be 600×600 px (up to 1200×1200), with the head 1–1⅜ inches from chin to crown. For digital upload the image should be 600×600 pixels (2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm)) on a white or off-white background, square, JPEG.

How do I make a US passport & visa photo online for free?+

Upload your photo above and click "Resize to 600×600". The tool redraws it to the exact 600×600 px upload size in your browser — nothing is uploaded to any server. For best results, crop the photo to roughly 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm) proportions first so the face isn't stretched.

Is this US passport & visa photo tool free and private?+

Yes — completely free, no watermark, no sign-up. The image is processed on a canvas in your browser and never leaves your device, so your ID photo stays private.

What background should a US passport & visa photo have?+

A white or off-white background with even lighting and no shadows. Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression and both ears/edges of the face visible.

Will my US passport & visa photo be accepted by the official portal?+

This tool sets the exact 600×600 px dimensions that online portals validate, which is the most common rejection reason. Always confirm the latest rules on the official government site, since face-coverage and background details can change.

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