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US Passport Photo Requirements 2026
All specifications follow US State Department guidelines (travel.state.gov).
Size
2×2 inches (51×51 mm)
Background
Plain white
Head height
1–1 3/8 in (25–35 mm)
Expression
Neutral or natural smile
Glasses
Not allowed (since 2016)
Recency
Taken within 6 months
Eyes
Open, looking at camera
Resolution
Min. 600×600 px (digital)
Note: The US uses a square 2×2 inch format — different from the rectangular 35×45mm format used in Europe. Make sure to select "United States" in ID Wizard to get the correct square crop.
US vs. International Passport Photo Formats
| Country | Size | Background |
|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 United States | 51 × 51 mm (2×2 in) | White |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom | 35 × 45 mm | Light grey / off-white |
| 🇨🇭 Switzerland | 35 × 45 mm | White |
| 🇩🇪 Germany | 35 × 45 mm | Light grey / white |
| 🇦🇺 Australia | 35 × 45 mm | White or light grey |
| 🇨🇦 Canada | 50 × 70 mm | White |
How to Create Your US Passport Photo
Upload your photo
Selfie or portrait. Good light, front-facing, plain background.
AI formats it
White background, square 2×2 in crop, biometric head position check.
Download & use
300 DPI JPEG — for digital submission or print at home or a drugstore.
Frequently Asked Questions
US passport photos must be 2×2 inches (51×51mm) with a plain white background. Head height 1–1 3/8 inches (25–35mm). Neutral expression or natural smile, eyes open. No glasses (since November 2016). Taken within the last 6 months. Printed at minimum 300 DPI.
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