Passport Photo Checker
United States Passport Photo Requirements
Official requirements you must follow for United States passport photos
Photo Specifications
Detailed Requirements
In color
Photo must be in full color, not black and white
Plain white or off-white background
Background must be plain white or off-white with no patterns or shadows
Full-face view directly facing the camera
Face must be directly facing the camera with a straight-on view
Neutral expression, eyes open
Must have a neutral expression with both eyes open and mouth closed
Normal daily clothing
Wear normal clothing, avoid uniforms unless for religious purposes
No uniforms unless religious
Uniforms are not allowed unless worn for religious reasons
No hat/head covering unless religious
Head coverings not allowed unless for religious reasons, and must not cast shadows
No headphones or similar devices
Headphones, wireless hands-free devices, or similar items are not allowed
No glasses
Glasses are not allowed in U.S. passport photos
No sunglasses
Sunglasses or tinted glasses are not permitted
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Photo taken more than 6 months ago
Shadows on face or background
Wrong background color or pattern
Head size too small or too large
Wearing glasses (not permitted for United States)
Smiling, mouth open, or eyes closed
Digitally altered or filtered photos
💡 Pro Tips
- •Use our AI analysis tool to verify your photo meets all requirements
- •Position your eyes within the guideline markers on the canvas
- •Use the background fixer if your background doesn't meet requirements
- •Take photos in natural daylight for best results
📄 Official Source
For the most up-to-date and complete requirements, please refer to the official government source:
View Official United States Passport Photo RequirementsHow to Create a Compliant Passport Photo
1. Upload Photo
Upload your passport photo to check if it meets official requirements.
2. AI Analysis
Our AI checks head size, background, expression, and compliance with US standards.
3. Download Photo
Get instant feedback and download your compliant passport photo.
AI-Powered Passport Photo Validation
Ensure your passport photo meets official US government requirements before submission. Our AI checks head size, background color, facial expression, and more.
Perfect for US passports, visas, green cards, and other official documents.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I check if my photo is OK for a passport?+
Upload it and choose your country. The tool checks head size and position, background, expression and more against that country's official rules and flags anything wrong.
Which countries are supported?+
The US, UK, EU/Schengen, India, Canada, Australia, South Africa and Turkey — each with its own size and head-percentage rules.
What size is a US passport photo?+
2×2 inches (51×51 mm), with the head 1 to 1⅜ inches (25–35 mm) tall, on a plain white or off-white background.
Is the passport photo checker free?+
Yes. The compliance check is free (you sign in to run it), and you can also crop to the correct size and replace the background.
Can it fix a background that isn't plain white?+
Yes — one click replaces the background with a compliant plain white.
Can I use a phone selfie?+
Yes, if it's front-facing, evenly lit, with a neutral expression and not too close. The checker will tell you if the framing is off.
Does it print the photo?+
It gives you a correctly-sized digital file that you can print at home or at a pharmacy or photo shop.