United States passport photo size & requirements
US passport photos are 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) with a plain white background and the head sized 1 to 1 3/8 inches.
- Photo size
- 2 x 2 in (51 x 51 mm)
- Resolution
- 300 DPI
- Head height
- 1 to 1 3/8 in (25–35 mm), roughly 50–69% of the photo height
- Background
- Plain white or off-white
United States passport photo requirements
- Photo must be 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm), square aspect ratio.
- Taken within the last 6 months to reflect your current appearance.
- Plain white or off-white background with no shadows.
- Neutral facial expression or a natural smile, both eyes open.
- Face the camera directly with your full face in view.
- No glasses (a rule in effect since November 2016).
- Everyday clothing; no uniforms. No hats or head coverings except for religious reasons.
Make your United States passport photo
The tool below is preset to 2 x 2 in (51 x 51 mm). Crop, fix the background, and download — free and private.
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Photo settings
High-resolution export at 300 DPI. No watermark, no signup.
