🪪 ID Photo Maker

US Visa Photo Maker (2x2 Inches)

Create an official 2x2 inch (600x600 pixel) US Visa and Passport photo for your DS-160 or Green Card application. Position your face in the oval guide and download instantly.

How it works
1

Upload a straight-facing portrait photograph.

2

Align your head and chin within the US Visa oval template.

3

Download your verified 600x600 px, under 240 KB JPEG image.

Official US Department of State photo specifications

The US Department of State enforces strict automated biometric validation for nonimmigrant visa (DS-160), immigrant visa, and passport applications:

  • Dimensions: Exact square format of 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm), digital resolution minimum 600 x 600 pixels.
  • File Size: Maximum 240 KB (kilobytes) in JPEG format.
  • Head Size & Proportions: The distance between the bottom of your chin to the top of your head must be between 50% and 69% of the image total height.
  • Background & Lighting: Plain white or off-white background with no shadows across the face or background.
  • No Eyeglasses: As of recent State Department regulations, eyeglasses are strictly forbidden in visa photos.

Guaranteed DS-160 compatibility

Our US Visa Photo Maker displays the official State Department proportion guide overlay, allowing you to crop and scale your photo with confidence before uploading it to the CEAC DS-160 portal.

Questions & Answers

What is the exact digital size for a US Visa photo?
The photo must be exactly square: 600 x 600 pixels minimum (up to 1200 x 1200 pixels) and under 240 KB in JPEG format.
Are glasses allowed in US Visa photos?
No. Eyeglasses must be removed for US visa and passport photos, even if worn daily.
Can I use this for the Green Card Lottery (DV)?
Yes! The Diversity Visa (DV) lottery uses the identical 600x600 pixel, under 240 KB specification.