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US Visa Photo
2x2 inches
301 dpi
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1.29 inches
0.14 inches
Size: 2x2 inches (51x51 millimeters)
Color: Must be in color
Recency: Taken within the last 6 months
Image clarity: Clear and sharp, without visible blurs
Filters: No filters allowed
Background: Plain white or off-white
Print quality: High-quality
Resolution: 300 DPI
Digital alterations: No alterations allowed
For online applications like visa Form DS-160, DS-1648, and the DV Program, you’ll need to submit a digital image that meets these requirements:JPEG file format
600x600 pixels in size
240kB file size
You can also scan a printed visa photograph at a resolution of 300 DPI.| Attribute | Description |
|---|---|
| Facial Expression | Neutral. Smiling is forbidden in biometric photographs |
| Eyes | Open, looking directly at the camera |
| Glasses | Banned in visa photos since 2016, except for medical conditions where removal isn’t possible (signed doctor’s/medical statement required) |
| Hearing Device | Allowed if worn daily |
| Headgear | Unacceptable unless worn for medical or religious reasons; mustn’t cover facial features or cast shadows |
| Attire | No universal dress code, but avoid white clothes. Uniforms and camouflage clothing are prohibited |
| Head Position | Centered, full-frontal view |
| Appointment required | Working hours | Available by today | Digital passport photo available | Home delivery | Acceptance guarantee | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Walgreens | No | avg. 9:00 am–9:00 pm | Yes | No | No | Yes | $16.99 |
| CVS | No | avg. 9:00 am–9:00 pm | Yes | No | No | Yes | $16.99 |
| UPS | Yes | avg. 8:00 am–6:00 pm | Yes | No | No | No | $11.99 |
| US Postal Service | Yes | avg. 8:00 am–5:00 pm | Yes | No | No | Yes | $15.00 |
| Walmart | No | avg. 9:00 am–8:00 pm | Yes | No | Yes | No | $7.44 + delivery fee |
| Staples | No | avg. 8:00 am–9:00 pm | Yes | No | No | Yes | $16.99 |
Walgreens: Offers two professional-quality, compliant photo prints for $16.99. Service is available at most of their 7,750 locations
CVS: Uses the KODAK Moments Passport & ID Photo System to ensure your photos meet all government requirements. Photos cost $16.99
UPS: Offers convenient passport photo services (by appointment) at participating locations. Photos cost $11.99
USPS: Available in remote areas of the country where it may be difficult to find other options. Appointments are required and passport photos cost $15.00 per pair
Walmart: Offers in-store passport photos for $7.44 at locations nationwide
Staples: Same-day passport photo service in over 1000 stores around the country. Photo prints priced at $16.99
Whether you choose an online or in-store service, remember that the most important thing is that your photo meets the photo requirements.
