🇺🇸United States Visa Photo for $1
Get a compliant 2" × 2" (51 × 51 mm) photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
What You Get
Digital Photo
600×600px JPG
4×6 Print Sheet
6 photos included
We never see your photo
Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.
Privacy first
United States Visa Photo Specifications
Official requirements
| Photo size | 2" × 2" (51 × 51 mm) |
| Digital size | 600 × 600 px (min) to 1200 × 1200 px (max) |
| Background | White |
| Head size | 50-69% of photo height (1 inch to 1 3/8 inches from chin to crown) |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPEG |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Paper type | Glossy or Matte |
| Printable | Yes |
| Digital submission | Yes |
How It Works
Get your perfect visa photo in under 3 minutes
1. Take or upload a photo
Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed — our AI handles the rest.
2. AI processes your photo
Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check — all automatic in seconds.
Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected
Glasses
Wrong head size
Wrong background
Shadow on face
Shadow on background
Wearing glasses - Eyeglasses are not allowed in US visa photos
Wrong head size - Head must measure 1 to 1-3/8 inches (25-35mm) from chin to top of head
Non-white background - Background must be plain white or off-white with no shadows
Photo too old - Must be taken within the last 6 months showing your current appearance
Improper lighting - Photo must have uniform lighting without shadows on face or background
Printing Your Photo
For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4×6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos — you only need 2 for most applications.
Use glossy or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 2" × 2" (51 × 51 mm).
| Paper size | 4×6 inches |
| Paper type | Glossy or matte photo paper |
| Print quality | 300 DPI minimum |
Where to print
- CVS Photo ~$0.35
- Walgreens ~$0.35
- Walmart ~$0.25
- Costco(membership required) ~$0.17
Digital Submission Requirements
For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.
| File format | JPEG |
| Dimensions | 600×600px to 1200×1200px |
| Max file size | 240 KB |
| Aspect ratio | Square (1:1) |
Frequently Asked Questions
Are US visa and passport photo requirements the same?
Yes. US visa and passport photos have identical requirements - 2x2 inches, white background, no glasses, neutral expression. You can use the same photo for both applications.
Can I wear glasses in my US visa photo?
No. Since November 2016, eyeglasses are not allowed in US visa photos unless you have a signed doctor's statement for medical necessity.
What digital format is required for DS-160 visa application?
JPEG format, minimum 600x600 pixels, maximum 1200x1200 pixels. File size must be under 240KB.
How recent must my visa photo be?
Your photo must be taken within the last 6 months and reflect your current appearance.
Ready to create your visa photo?
Compliant photo in 2 minutes. Only $1.
or drag and drop your photo here
Supports JPG, PNG • Max 10MB
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Related Documents
Official source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos.html