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United States Passport Photo Size

United States passport photos must be exactly 51×51 mm at 300 DPI, plain white or off-white, no shadows, under 240KB, saved as JPEG. Upload a photo below, crop it to the exact ratio, and this tool checks it against those requirements — aspect ratio, print resolution, format, and file size are verified automatically.

Reference data, not legal advice — confirm against the current official source before you submit anything. Head size, background color, lighting, and expression aren't checked automatically; that needs face-detection features this build doesn't include yet.

United States passport photo requirements
Photo size51 × 51 mm (2.01 × 2.01 in)
Size in pixels602 × 602 px at 300 DPI
Print resolution300 DPI minimum
Head height25–35 mm chin to crown
BackgroundPlain white or off-white, no shadows
Max file size240 KB
File formatJPEG
SourceWidely documented. 2×2 in print standard, confirmed via travel.state.gov. The 240KB limit is technically the DS-160 visa-photo cap (passport renewal itself allows up to 10MB) — using the tighter visa number as the default is deliberately conservative, since a photo that passes the 240KB check also satisfies the passport upload.

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How to make a United States passport photo

  1. United States is already selected above — check the requirements table matches what you need.
  2. Tap the upload box and choose a photo. You'll crop it to the exact 51×51 mm ratio next.
  3. Adjust the crop, then review the automated checks — aspect ratio, resolution, format, and file size.
  4. Download the fitted photo, or scroll down to generate a printable sheet (4R, A4, Letter) if you need physical prints.

Frequently asked questions

What size does a United States passport photo need to be?

exactly 51×51 mm at 300 DPI, plain white or off-white, no shadows, under 240KB, saved as JPEG. See the requirements table above for the full breakdown.

What is the United States passport photo size in pixels?

602×602 pixels at 300 DPI (51×51 mm). The tool sets this automatically from the DPI you choose.

What background does United States require?

Plain white or off-white, no shadows. Photograph against a plain wall or sheet in that color for the best result — the "flatten background to white" option in the tool can help clean up a close-but-not-perfect background too.

Can I use a phone photo for my United States passport application?

Yes, as long as it's well-lit, in focus, and shot against a plain background you can crop tightly around.

Is there a file size limit for a United States passport photo?

Yes — 240KB maximum for the digital file, per the reference data above.

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