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Official US Visa passport photo requirements for 2026. Resize and compress your photo to the exact dimensions and KB limit — free, instant, no upload needed.
US visa photos (for non-immigrant visa applications on DS-160) must meet the same specifications as US passport photos. The photo is uploaded digitally as part of the DS-160 online application. The most common US visa is the B1/B2 tourist/business visa. No glasses are permitted. The head must occupy 50–69% of the 2×2 inch frame with a plain white background.
US Visa Passport Photo Requirements 2026
Size (mm)
51×51 mm (2×2 inch)
Validity
Varies by visa type (B1/B2: up to 10 years)
Photos needed
1 digital photo (online DS-160 form)
ℹ️ Same as US passport. Head 50–69% of frame. No glasses.
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⚠️ Common reasons US Visa passport offices reject photos
- Glasses worn — not permitted
- Head not filling 50–69% of the frame
- Non-white background
- Wearing military or police uniform
- Digital photo manipulation or heavy editing
- Photo taken more than 6 months ago
How to prepare your US Visa passport photo
1
Take or choose a photo
Use a recent photo against a white background. Ensure your full face is visible and centred.
2
Open PhotoFit
Go to photofitapp.in — no account needed. Works on mobile and desktop.
3
Set dimensions to 600×600 px
Enter 600 as width and 600 as height in the Resize tab. Set the KB target to under 240 KB.
4
Download and submit
Download the resized JPEG. It will meet all US Visa requirements for file size, dimensions, and format.
Frequently asked questions
Are US visa and US passport photos the same?
Yes. Both require identical specifications: 600×600 px (2×2 inch), white background, head 50–69% of frame, no glasses, JPEG, 20–240 KB.
How do I upload a photo to the DS-160 visa application?
On the DS-160 form at ceac.state.gov, there is a photo upload step. The photo must be JPEG, minimum 600×600 px, under 240 KB, on a plain white background.
Can I wear glasses in a US visa photo?
No. Since 2016 glasses are not permitted in US visa or passport photos.
What is the minimum resolution for a US visa photo?
Minimum 600×600 pixels (2×2 inches). The file must be JPEG and between 20–240 KB.
Other passport photo requirements