US Passport Photo (2×2 inch)
Create a US passport photo at the official 2×2-inch size in seconds. As of 2026 the State Department rejects AI-edited or background-replaced photos — so we only crop and resize your real photo. Shoot against a plain white wall and you’re compliant.
600×600px · keeps your real background (no AI edits)
The US State Department does not accept AI-edited or background-replaced photos. We crop and size your real photo to spec — shoot against a plain white or off-white wall.
Sign in to start — free preview, then $0.00 to download your compliant photo.
- ✓Neutral expression, mouth closed
- ✓Eyes open, looking straight at the camera
- ✓No glasses, hat or head covering (unless religious)
- ✓Even lighting, no shadows on face or background
- ✓Plain, light background (required for US — shoot against a white wall)
We size and format your photo to the official US Passport spec. For US documents we never edit your photo — we only crop and resize, so your background must already be plain.
US Passport photo requirements
The US passport photo must be 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), with your head between 1 and 1⅜ inches from chin to crown, on a plain white or off-white background. We size your photo to spec and never alter it.
Frequently asked questions
- Can I use AI to change my US passport photo background?
- No — the State Department rejects digitally altered or AI-edited passport photos as of 2026, including background replacement. We only crop and resize, so your photo stays compliant. Use a plain white wall behind you.
- What size is a US passport photo?
- 2×2 inches (51×51mm), which is 600×600 pixels at 300 DPI. Your head should be 1–1⅜ inches from chin to the top of your head.
- How much does it cost?
- $4.99 to download, with unlimited free previews first. A drugstore charges around $17 for two prints.