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US Visa Photo Maker

Create a government-compliant US Visa photo in under 60 seconds. Auto-cropped, auto-sized, AI-verified. No account required.

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51×51mm Official Size

Passport Photo Maker

US Visa

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📄 Document Type

📐51×51mm (2.0″×2.0″) 🎨Plain White 🖨️300 DPI

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Your photos are processed entirely in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to our servers.

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No account, no email, no password. Open the page and get your photo in under a minute.

Privacy First

We never store, log, or transmit your photos. Your biometric data stays with you.

Official Dimensions

All photo sizes and face ratios are sourced directly from government requirements.

Free JPG Download

Download your compliant passport photo as a high-resolution JPG file at no cost.

AI Verification

MediaPipe AI checks face position, eye line, and proportions against ICAO biometric rules.

How It Works

Five simple steps to a government-ready passport photo.

Select Document Type

Choose your country and the document you need the photo for — passport, visa, or ID card.

Upload Your Photo

Upload any front-facing photo taken against a suitable background. JPG, PNG, and WEBP accepted.

AI Detects Your Face

Our AI engine instantly detects your face and auto-centres it to meet the required proportions.

Fine-Tune the Crop

Drag and zoom until all compliance checks pass. Action tips guide you to fix any issues.

Download Your Photo

Download a print-ready JPG or a multi-photo PDF sheet ready for your local print shop.

Government Verified

Every output is verified against official biometric standards before you can download.

US Visa Photo Requirements

Official specifications verified against government guidelines.

Width	51mm (2.0 inch)
Height	51mm (2.0 inch)
Resolution	300 DPI
Background	Plain White
Format	JPEG (JPG)
Face coverage	50–69% of frame height
Expression	Neutral — mouth closed, eyes open
Glasses	Not recommended

About US Visa Photos

If you are a foreign national applying for a U.S. visa at an American embassy or consulate, your photograph is one of the first things consular officers review. The DS-160 — the nonimmigrant visa application form completed online through the Consular Electronic Application Center (CEAC) — requires a digital photo upload that must conform to the same biometric standards as a U.S. passport photo. Getting this wrong means your DS-160 submission is flagged before it ever reaches a consular officer. The U.S. visa photo must be 2 inches × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), taken against a plain white background, with your head occupying between 50% and 69% of the total frame. Eye positioning, head angle, and lighting must all meet State Department standards — the CEAC system uses automated facial recognition checks at the point of upload, and non-compliant images are rejected immediately. Unlike some countries where passport and visa photos differ in size, the U.S. uses the identical 2×2 inch square format for both. This means if you have a recently taken, compliant U.S. passport photo, it may also be suitable for your visa application — provided it is no more than six months old. However, many applicants prepare fresh photos for visa submissions to avoid any age-of-photo questions at the consulate. Consular posts in different countries may have slight variations in their printed photo submission requirements for interview appointments. While DS-160 accepts digital uploads, some embassies still request printed copies to be brought to the interview. The U.S. Embassy in New Delhi, for example, asks applicants to bring one physical copy to their interview, while many European posts are fully digital. Check your specific consular post's appointment instructions. This tool produces a photo that passes both the CEAC automated upload checker and the manual review by consular staff. It correctly sizes, crops, and aligns your image to the 51 × 51 mm specification and exports a clean JPEG ready for DS-160 upload or printing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the US visa photo the same size as a passport photo?

Yes. Both require a 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) square photo with a plain white background. The specifications are identical, so a fresh passport-compliant photo works for a US visa application as well.

What background is required?

A plain white background is required. Do not use off-white, cream, or light grey backgrounds. Ensure there is no shadow on the background behind your head.

Can I submit this photo for DS-160?

Yes. This tool outputs a 51×51 mm JPEG at 300 DPI that meets CEAC upload requirements for DS-160 digital submissions. The file size is kept under 240 KB for immediate upload compatibility.

Does every US consulate require a printed photo at the visa interview?

Not always. Many posts are fully digital. However, some embassies — particularly in South Asia and parts of Africa — ask applicants to bring one physical copy. Check your specific consular post's appointment confirmation email.

Can I use my old passport photo for a US visa application?

Only if it was taken within the past six months and still reflects your current appearance. If you have had significant changes to your face, hair, or weight, take a new photo.

What happens if my DS-160 photo is rejected?

CEAC will prompt you to upload a new photo before you can finalize the DS-160 form. You cannot submit the application without a passing photo. Fix the issue and re-upload immediately.

Can I wear a religious head covering in my US visa photo?

Yes, if the head covering is worn daily for documented religious reasons. Your full face must be visible from the hairline to the chin and from ear to ear. Shadows from the covering on the face are not permitted.

US Visa Photo Maker

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How It Works

Select Document Type

Upload Your Photo

AI Detects Your Face

Fine-Tune the Crop

Download Your Photo

Government Verified

US Visa Photo Requirements

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