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Passport

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Simple Workflow

How to create the perfect passport photo?

In just a few simple steps, our AI system generates official-compliant passport photos for you.

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1. Upload Photo

Take a photo with your phone or upload an existing one. No professional equipment needed.

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2. AI Processing

Automatically crops, resizes, removes background, and optimizes biometric features.

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3. Compliance Check

Smart algorithms check if the photo meets official standards (lighting, angle, expression, etc.).

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4. Download & Use

Get high-quality digital photos or printable sheets for online applications or printing.

Photo Tips

How to take a compliant passport photo at home?

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Lighting is Key

Face a window to use natural light. Avoid direct sunlight to prevent shadows. Ensure even lighting on your face.

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Keep Distance

Stand about 1.5m from the camera and 0.5m from the wall (to avoid shadows). Do not use selfie mode.

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Correct Posture

Face the camera directly with head straight. Look at the lens with a neutral expression (no smiling or teeth visible).

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Photo Guidelines

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Avoid Selfies

Selfies cause wide-angle distortion. Ask a friend to help or use a tripod/timer.

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Dress Code

Wear casual daily clothes. Avoid uniforms. Dark colors contrasting with the background (usually white) are recommended.

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Face Visibility

Hair must not cover eyebrows or eyes. No hats/head coverings unless for religious reasons. Glasses should generally be removed.

Common Rejection Reasons

Ensure your photo is accepted the first time by avoiding these common errors.

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Bad Lighting

Uneven lighting or strong shadows on the face or background are the most common reasons for rejection.

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Glasses & Glare

Glasses often cause glare or hide eyes. Most countries now recommend removing glasses entirely.

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Wrong Expression

Smiling or opening mouth is usually forbidden. Maintain a neutral expression with eyes open.

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Incorrect Size

Submitting a photo with wrong aspect ratio or low resolution will result in immediate rejection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find the answer you're looking for? Please contact our support team.

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Yes! Our tool is designed to process photos taken with smartphones. Just ensure you have good lighting and a neutral expression.
You don't need to manually remove it. Our AI automatically removes the background and replaces it with the correct color required by the official agency.
Yes, after processing, you can download a 4x6 inch printable sheet template that you can print at any local photo store or home printer.
We use advanced AI to verify photos against official standards. However, if your photo is rejected due to our processing, please contact support for a full refund or free retry.

US Visa Photo Requirements

US visa applicants must submit printed and/or digital color images (depending on the visa type) measuring 2x2 inches (51x51 mm). Apart from the specific visa photo size, ensure your image satisfies all official rules:

  • Background: Plain white or off-white
  • Head size: Between 1 and 1⅜ inches (22–35 mm)
  • Position: Full-frontal view, with the eye height between 1⅛ and 1⅜ inches (28–35 mm) measured from the bottom of the image
  • Facial expression: Neutral with the eyes fully open and mouth closed
  • Quality: Sharp with no glare, shadows, or blur
  • Alterations: All digital edits are prohibited, including red-eye removal
  • Resolution: At least 300 DPI
  • Print: Matte or glossy photographic paper

Remember that your picture must be recent (less than six months) to reflect your current look.

Additional guidelines

Beyond the technicalities, there are other factors to consider when taking your US visa 2x2 photo. Here’s a look at additional rules concerning your appearance:

  • Headgear: Unacceptable unless worn for medical or religious reasons; mustn’t cover facial features or cast shadows.
  • Attire: Uniforms and camouflage patterns aren’t allowed. Opt for your usual clothes in darker colors.
  • Makeup: Allowed but can’t change or disguise your natural appearance.
  • Hair: It can’t cover the eyebrows and face. If you usually wear facial hair, it’s allowed.
  • Glasses: Allowed only under medical conditions (a signed doctor’s note must be provided).

Digital visa photos

Some non-immigrant visa applications (forms DS-160 or DS-1648) require a digital image. In addition to the guidelines discussed above, it must also meet the following specifications:

  • Dimensions: Between 600x600 and 1200x1200 pixels
  • Eye height: 56–69% of the photo’s height
  • Color: In color (24 bits per pixel)
  • Format and size: JPEG file of 240 kB or less

If you want to scan a printed picture, do it at a 300 pixels per inch resolution.

You might also be asked to bring one or two printed pictures to your visa interview. For detailed instructions, review the requirements of your nearest consulate or embassy.