United States visa photo size — 50.8×50.8 mm
United States visa photos must be exactly 50.8×50.8 mm (600×600 px at 300 DPI) on a white background.
Checked August 21, 2026 against US Department of State — Visa Photo Requirements.
Specification
| Size (mm) | 50.8 × 50.8 mm |
|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 2.00 × 2.00 in |
| Size (pixels @ 300 DPI) | 600 × 600 px |
| Head height | 25.4–34.9 mm |
| Background | white |
| Max digital file size | 240 KB |
| Digital format | JPEG |
Requirements
- Photo must have been taken within the last 6 months.
- Background must be plain white or off-white, with no shadows, patterns, or objects.
- Face must cover roughly 50–70% of the image, centered, with eyes level and clearly visible.
- Uploaded digitally with the DS-160 form as a JPEG between 600×600 and 1200×1200 pixels, under 240 KB — there is no separate print requirement for the online application.
- No filters or digital alterations; image must be in color.
Print several at once
2 United States visa photos fit on a single 4×6 inch print. 15 fit on an A4 sheet.
Build a print-ready sheetFrequently asked questions
Is a US visa photo the same size as a US passport photo?
Yes — both are 2×2 inches (51×51 mm) with the same head-size range, so a photo that passes for one typically passes for the other. The visa photo is a standalone digital upload with the DS-160, not a print.
Can I reuse my passport photo for my US visa application?
Usually, as long as it was taken within the last 6 months and meets the 600–1200 px digital specification for the DS-160 upload.
What file format does the DS-160 require?
A JPEG between 600×600 and 1200×1200 pixels and under 240 KB, uploaded directly during the online DS-160 application.
Checked August 21, 2026 against US Department of State — Visa Photo Requirements. We can’t guarantee any office will accept your photo — rules change, so always check the official source before you apply. See our disclaimer.