United States Passport Photo Size & Requirements

Official photo size: 51 x 51 mm (2.0 x 2.0 inches) at 300 DPI

Характеристики фото

Ширина51mm (600px)
Висота51mm (600px)
ФонWhite
Розмір голови50-69%
Роздільна здатність300 DPI
Формат файлуJPEG or PNG

Огляд

The United States requires a 2x2 inch (51x51mm) passport photo with a plain white background, making it one of the few countries that mandates a perfectly square format. The U.S. Department of State enforces strict biometric standards and accepts both digital uploads through its online portal and printed photos submitted with Form DS-82 or DS-11. Since 2016, the State Department has prohibited eyeglasses in all new passport photos, and photos must have been taken within the last six months.

Plain white background with no patterns, textures, or shadows

Вимоги

  • Photo dimensions must be exactly 2x2 inches (51x51mm) when printed
  • Head height must measure between 1 inch and 1-3/8 inches (25-35mm) from chin to crown
  • Photo must be in color with full face visible and a neutral expression
  • Background must be plain white with no visible patterns or shadows
  • Eyeglasses are not permitted in any U.S. passport photo
  • Photo must have been taken within the last 6 months
  • No uniforms or camouflage clothing; religious headwear is allowed only with a signed statement
  • Digital photos must be between 600x600 and 1200x1200 pixels with a minimum resolution of 300 DPI

Поширені причини відмови

  • Wearing eyeglasses or sunglasses in the photo
  • Shadows on the face or background caused by improper lighting
  • Head size outside the 50-69% range of the total image height
  • Red-eye, overexposure, or underexposure affecting facial clarity
  • Photo older than 6 months or significantly altered digitally
  • Incorrect dimensions or aspect ratio deviating from the square format

Поради

  • Stand about 4 feet from a plain white wall and use diffused lighting from both sides to eliminate shadows
  • Use a tripod and self-timer rather than a selfie to maintain proper distance and avoid arm shadows
  • Wear dark clothing that contrasts with the white background for a clean separation
  • Verify head size using the State Department's free online photo tool before printing
  • Print on matte or glossy photo-quality paper at exactly 2x2 inches from a high-resolution file

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