US Passport Photo Size — Resize to 2×2 Inch Online Free

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US passport photos must be exactly 2×2 inches (600×600 pixels), with your face centered and eyes open, against a plain white background. Upload any photo and our tool resizes it to the correct spec for State Department submission.

Official Requirements

Size

2 x 2 inches

Pixels (300dpi)

600 x 600 px

Background

White or off-white

Recency

Within 6 months

Format

JPEG

Glasses

Not allowed

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Pro Tip: Photos must be taken within the last 6 months. Remove glasses before taking the photo — the State Department no longer accepts glasses in passport photos since 2016.

How It Works

Upload your photo

Select a recent, front-facing photo with a white background.

Resize to 600×600px

We auto-resize to the exact US passport requirement.

Download

Save the JPEG — ready for both digital submission and printing.

Print or upload

Print at a pharmacy or upload to the State Dept online renewal portal.

Who Uses This

New Passport Applications (DS-11)

First-time applicants need a 2×2-inch photo. Resize yours here instead of paying at a pharmacy.

Passport Renewals (DS-82)

Renewing by mail? Include a printed 2×2-inch photo. Print from our resized file.

Child Passport Applications

Children's passports require the same 2×2-inch spec — same tool, same process.

Expedited Passport Service

Get a compliant photo instantly without waiting for a photo center appointment.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the exact dimensions for a US passport photo?+

2×2 inches (51×51mm), which equals 600×600 pixels at 300 DPI. The face must be centered and take up 50–69% of the photo height.

Can I take a passport photo at home?+

Yes. Take it against a white wall in good lighting, then use our tool to resize to 600×600px.

What if my photo has a light blue or cream background?+

The State Department requires a white or off-white background. Retake the photo in front of a white wall.

Can I wear a hijab or other head covering?+

Yes, if it is worn daily for religious reasons and does not obscure any part of your face.

Does this work for the online passport renewal portal?+

Yes. The State Department's online renewal portal accepts JPEG photos under 11MB at 600×600px minimum.

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