Size
600-1200 px
Visa photo tool
US Visa Photo
Prepare a DS-160 style 600x600 JPEG under the common upload-size target.
U.S. visa DS-160 / DS-1648 digital photoFree preview first
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ICAO 9303 compliant photos
Our photos meet ICAO 9303 (international) requirements for biometric passports and other IDs.
As used for
U.S. applications covered
U.S. Passport2x2 print or digital
Visa DS-160600x600 JPEG upload
Green CardUSCIS-style photos
DV LotteryDiversity Visa entry
Passport Photo Maker: From Selfie to an ID Photo
Create ID or visa photos with our online service. All you need is a smartphone or a laptop — PhotoGov takes care of the rest. Follow these simple steps:
PhotoGov is an independent service. We are not affiliated with any government, embassy, or consulate. All information on this website is based on official government requirements and verified primary sources. Final acceptance is determined solely by the issuing authority.
Document photo specs
U.S. visa DS-160 / DS-1648 digital photo
Online submission
Yes
Head size
50-69%
Background
White/off-white
Resolution
600px+
Printable
Digital file
How Our US Visa Photo Maker Works
Photo Gov app makes photos for U.S. passports, visas, green cards, and DV Lottery applications. The uploaded portrait does not have to be perfect - our checker prepares it for official requirements and a ready-to-download ID picture.
1
Photo Upload
Take a selfie and upload it to our online tool.
2
Processing
In 30 seconds, your portrait is transformed into an ID photo.
Processing...
3
Checkout
Select options or add expert verification.
4
Download
Get high-quality photos in digital or printable format.
For users in the United States: U.S. passport photos must remain natural. Our platform provides sizing, cropping, background and review tools for your chosen document.
Outputs
600x600 JPEG under 240 KB target
Checkout
Free preview, paid clean download
Independent preparation tool. Final acceptance is decided by the U.S. agency, embassy, or consulate reviewing the application.
Visa photo tool photo — quick answer
- Size
- 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm)
- Pixels
- 600 × 600 px (DS-160 upload)
- Background
- Plain white or off-white
- Head height
- 1 to 1 3/8 in (25–35 mm)
- File
- JPEG, under the ~240 KB DS-160 target
Frequently asked questions
What is the US visa photo size?
A US visa photo is 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), submitted as a 600 × 600 pixel color JPEG for the DS-160 online form. It must have a plain white or off-white background, a neutral expression with both eyes open, and the head sized 1 to 1 3/8 inches (25–35 mm) from chin to crown — roughly 50–69% of the photo height. The same 2×2 format is used for the printed photo you bring to the visa interview.
What are the DS-160 photo requirements?
The DS-160 form needs a recent (within 6 months) color photo, 2 × 2 inches at 600 × 600 pixels, saved as a JPEG under about 240 KB. Use a plain white background with even lighting and no shadows, face the camera directly with a neutral expression, and remove glasses and hats. If your file is too large or the head is the wrong size, the upload is rejected — the free AI check catches these before you submit.
Can I use the same photo for the DS-160 and the printed visa photo?
Yes. The 2 × 2 inch / 600 × 600 pixel format satisfies both the DS-160 online upload and the printed 2×2 photo some consulates ask you to bring to the interview. Our tool gives you the 600×600 digital JPEG for the form plus an optional printable 2×2 sheet, so a single session covers both requirements.
Why was my DS-160 photo rejected?
The most common reasons are the wrong head size, shadows or a colored (non-white) background, glare or reflections, a non-neutral expression, or a file that is too large or too small. Photos older than 6 months or ones matching a previous application can also be refused. The free AI check flags size, background, crop, and file-size problems before you upload, so you can fix them first.
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