Getting your US visa photo just got a whole lot easier. With our user-friendly online service, you can simply upload a photo from your smartphone, and we’ll turn it into a perfectly-sized visa photo that meets all official requirements. Plus, we guarantee 100% acceptance of your photos.
Source: official website travel.state.gov
Creating your own US visa photo at home is simple and convenient. Follow these steps:
Select Country and Document Type:
Choose your country (United States).
Select the type of document (US Visa 2x2 inch).
Take and Upload Your Photo:
Take a photo using your smartphone or digital camera.
Upload the photo to our US visa photo maker, following the biometric guidelines.
Optimize Your Photo:
Our platform automatically optimizes your photo for proper lighting, centering, and other criteria.
Download Your Image:
Download the optimized photo for use in your visa application.
To ensure your US visa application is successful, follow these guidelines:
Size | The photo should be 2x2 inches (600x600 pixels). |
Background | Use a plain white or off-white background. |
Expression | Maintain a neutral expression. |
Attire | Avoid glasses, headgear, and uniforms unless for religious reasons. |
Quality | Ensure high resolution (at least 300 DPI) and proper lighting without shadows. |
Image Definition Parameters
Clear and well-focused, without blur or noise
Minimum of 300 DPI
Between 1 MB and 15 MB
Plain white or off-white, no shadows
Photographing children and infants for visa photos follows most of the same guidelines. Here are some tips:
Trim your photo to the correct size
Adjust the photo dimensions as needed
Automatically remove non-neutral backgrounds
Optimize brightness, color, and contrast with one click
For best results, print your digital photo on high-quality matte or glossy paper. Use a dedicated photo service or our custom tool for at-home printing.
Walgreens, CVS, and Rite Aid offer quick visa photo services for around $15.
UPS, FedEx, and local shipping centers.
Post offices often offer passport and visa photo services for the same price tag - approximately $15.
Many retail locations have kiosks for taking passport and visa photos at competitive prices.
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