Specifications
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Physical size | 51×51mm |
| Pixel size | 600×600px（300 DPI） |
| Background | #FFFFFF |
| Head height | 25mm – 35mm （of photo height 49%–69%） |
| Head width | of photo width 36%–50% |
| Recency | Within 6 months |
| File format | JPG |
| File size | Up to 240KB |
| Expression | Natural expression is fine |
| Glasses | Not recommended |
| Head covering / hat | Allowed (e.g. religious, face fully visible) |
Requirements
Square white background, taken within the last 6 months. No glasses since 2016.
Photo & Application Tips
- 2x2 inch square, head (including hair) 50%-69% of image height
- Plain white or off-white background, no shadows or objects
- No glasses since 2016 (medical exemptions require documentation)
- Digital photo 600x600 to 1200x1200 pixels
Frequently Asked Questions
What size should a US Visa photo be?
51x51mm, which is 600x600 pixels at 300 DPI. Square white background, taken within the last 6 months. No glasses since 2016.
What background color is accepted for a US Visa photo?
Accepted background colors: white（#FFFFFF）.
Can I smile or wear glasses in a US Visa photo?
Expression: a natural expression is fine. Glasses: glasses are not recommended.
How recent must a US Visa photo be?
It must have been taken within the last 6 months.
How can I make a compliant US Visa photo quickly?
Use the InkStu ID photo tool: upload a photo, pick the "US Visa" spec, and it auto-crops to 51x51mm and replaces the background. Everything runs locally in your browser — photos are never uploaded, and it is completely free.
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