US Passport 2026 photo specifications
| Parameter | Photo Requirement |
|---|---|
| Format | JPEG |
| File size | Under 240 KB |
| Dimensions | 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm) or 600x600 px |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
Note: No glasses are permitted in US passport photos as of 2016.
How to resize for US Passport
- Visit PhotoResizer.us Passport Tool.
- Upload your photo with a white background.
- The tool will automatically crop to 2x2 inches (600x600 px).
- Download and upload to the State Department portal.
Common Passport photo mistakes
- Wearing glasses — this is an instant rejection.
- Wrong background colour — use Background Changer.
- Shadows on the face or background.