US Visa Photo (2 x 2 inch)
US visa photos must be 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51mm), with the head between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches tall (50-69% of the image height), against a plain white or off-white background. This is the same size as a US passport photo. Upload your photo, crop it to the preset below, and print a ready sheet.
US Visa Photo Requirements to Know
- Background must be plain white or off-white
- Head height: 1 inch to 1 3/8 inches (50-69% of image height)
- Photo must have been taken within the last 6 months
- For DS-160 digital uploads you need a separate file meeting the State Department's online photo tool spec — this tool produces a print sheet
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is a US visa photo the same size as a US passport photo?
- Yes, both are 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51mm) with the same head-size requirements.