Depending on the US Embassy you apply from the photos required might be physical photos or digital photos. Physical photos mean that you have to print them and send them as part of the visa application, while digital photos can be attached online when you submit your Form DS-160 or Form DS-260.
What is the size of a passport photo accepted in the US?
- The correct size of a printed passport photo in the US is:
- 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm)
- Head must be between 1 -1 3/8 inches (25 – 35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
- The head should take up 50% – 60% of the photo.
- Printed on matte or glossy photo quality paper.
- You cannot submit a damaged photo with holes, creases, or smudges
What is the digital size of US passport photo?
- The digital photo should measure 600px x 600px (minimum), the maximum is 1200px x 1200px
- In JPEG (.jpg) file format
- Equal to or less than 240 kB (kilobytes) in file size
- In a square aspect ratio (height must equal width)
Where can you get a good US passport photo taken?
You can get a conform photo by using Smartphone iD app. Through double verification ( humand and software), a valid US passport photo will be sent to your email shortly, or in printed version delivered via post.
If you wish to find a physical photo lab ( tripple the price), you can use this official government link : https://iafdb.travel.state.gov/
Make sure to check before if the facility has good reputation and can be trusted, to avoid a possible application refusal due to an unfit photo.
To read more about US passport photo requirements, click here.
