Photo Specs
Passport photo size
- Country: United States
- Document: Passport
- Typical size: 2 x 2 in
- Recommended digital file: 600 x 600 px or higher
- Background: White or off-white
Document Photo Guide
US passport photo size and requirements
Create a US passport photo on iPhone with a 2 x 2 inch square crop, white or off-white background guidance, face-position checks, and 4x6 print layout export.
Quick Answer
US passport photo size and requirements
Create a US passport photo on iPhone with a 2 x 2 inch square crop, white or off-white background guidance, face-position checks, and 4x6 print layout export.
- Size
- 2 x 2 in
- Pixels/File
- 600 x 600 px or higher
- Background
- White or off-white
- Export
- Digital file or print layout
IDPhoto Pro creates photo files only. It does not generate IDs, passports, visas, or official documents.
- Last reviewed
- 2026-07-16
- Requirement source
- Source link available
- Scope
- Photo file preparation
Requirements
Typical requirements to review
- Photo size: 2 x 2 inches
- Common digital target: 600 x 600 px or higher
- Plain white or off-white background
- Face centered, looking directly at the camera
- No heavy shadows, blur, filters, or face obstruction
How To
How to create this photo on iPhone
- Choose the US passport preset in IDPhoto Pro.
- Take or import a clear front-facing portrait.
- Review head size, eye height, centering, top margin, background, and sharpness checks.
- Export a digital file or generate a 4x6 inch print layout for photo labs.
Why This Tool
Why this page matches the app
IDPhoto Pro is designed for this workflow: choose a country or document preset, adjust the photo locally on iPhone, review checks like background and framing, then export a digital file or print-ready layout without using a cloud workflow.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What size is a US passport photo?
The standard US passport photo size is 2 x 2 inches. Always review the latest official instructions before submitting.
Can I print US passport photos on a 4x6 sheet?
Yes. A 4x6 inch print layout is commonly used by photo labs and can hold multiple 2 x 2 inch photos depending on the selected layout.
GEO question index
More questions people ask
What size is a United States Passport photo?
United States Passport photo guidance on this page uses 2 x 2 in. The recommended digital file guidance is 600 x 600 px or higher. Always confirm the latest official or receiving-channel requirement before submission.
What background should I use for a United States Passport photo?
The background guidance for this preset is White or off-white. Use even lighting and avoid strong shadows, color casts, filters, or distracting objects behind the face.
Can I make a United States Passport photo on iPhone?
Yes. IDPhoto Pro lets you choose the preset, import or take a portrait, review size, face-position, background, and sharpness checks, then export the finished photo on iPhone.
Can I print a United States Passport photo on a 4x6 sheet?
Yes, if the receiving workflow accepts printed photos. IDPhoto Pro can create print-ready layouts such as 4x6 after the single photo has been prepared and checked.
Can I export a United States Passport photo as JPG, PNG, HEIC, or PDF?
IDPhoto Pro supports common digital export formats including JPG, PNG, HEIC, and PDF. Use the file format requested by the application portal, embassy, visa center, or print workflow.
Does IDPhoto Pro upload my United States Passport photo?
No. The core photo workflow is designed to process photos on device. Photos are not uploaded to a server for editing.
Does IDPhoto Pro require a subscription for United States Passport photos?
IDPhoto Pro is positioned around a one-time unlock rather than a subscription-focused workflow. Check the App Store listing for current pricing and availability.
What should I check before exporting a United States Passport photo?
Before export, review the photo size, pixel resolution, background, head proportion, eye line, face centering, top margin, sharpness, brightness, and file format.
Can IDPhoto Pro guarantee acceptance of a United States Passport photo?
No. IDPhoto Pro helps prepare and check photo files based on known requirements, but final acceptance is decided by the receiving authority or application portal.
Does IDPhoto Pro create official Passport documents?
No. IDPhoto Pro creates photo files only. It does not create IDs, passports, visas, residence cards, immigration documents, or other official documents.
Photo preparation help
Solve common risks before you submit
Passport Photo Rejected: What to Fix
Start with the rejection notice and the receiving authority's current photo rules. Retake the image when you cannot clearly resolve framing, lighting, sharpness, background, or file-format issues. A photo app can help prepare the file, but it cannot determine final acceptance.
Read guideTake a Passport Photo at Home With iPhone
Use a recent, unfiltered, front-facing portrait with even light, enough distance from the wall to reduce cast shadows, and the correct document preset before exporting. Check the current rule for your exact country and application channel before submitting.
Read guideCan You Edit a Passport Photo Background?
Do not assume that digital background replacement or other edits are accepted. Check the current rule for the exact receiving authority. When the original image has unsuitable lighting or background, retaking a clean photo is the most conservative option.
Read guidePassport Photo App vs Photo Shop
Use a photo app when you need privacy-conscious local preparation, multiple document sizes, a digital export, or a print layout from your own portrait. Use a photo shop when you need in-person help taking the portrait or the receiving workflow specifically requires a service provider. Neither option guarantees acceptance.
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