US Passport Photo — Free Online Maker

Official-style requirements we encode

Compliance check is advisory; final acceptance is by the issuing authority.

How it works (3 steps)

1. Photograph: white wall 1m behind you, ceiling light on, no flash, camera at eye level.
2. Upload & align: open the maker (pre-set to US Passport), drag/pinch to fit the dashed head guides.
3. Download: single 600×600 file + free 4×6″ print sheet, cut along gray lines.

Photo tips that actually matter

• No hat, no hair over eyebrows; remove glasses if possible (no glare).
• No shadow on face or wall — step away from the wall, face the light.
• Plain wall only; busy background? cut it out free first.
• Blurry old scan? preview an upscale before printing.

FAQ

What size is a US Passport photo?

51×51mm (600×600 pixels at 300 DPI). Our tool crops to exactly this size — just upload and align to the guides.

What head size does a US Passport photo need?

The head (chin to crown) must measure 25–35mm, which is 49–69% of the photo height. The tool draws this range as a guide you align your head to.

What background color for US Passport?

White background is required. The tool lets you pick any colour and warns if it is off-spec, because a transparent cutout can legitimately be re-backed.

Can I take the photo with my phone?

Yes. Stand 1m from a white wall, use ceiling light (no flash), keep the camera at eye level, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open. The page checks sharpness before download.

How do I print it?

Download the free 4×6″ sheet and print borderless on 4R photo paper at any print shop, then cut along the gray lines.

Will this photo be accepted?

The tool follows published size/background guidance, but final acceptance is by the issuing authority. Our compliance check is advisory.

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