2x2 cm Photo that is Perfect for Your Official Papers

Name: Make Photo 2x2 cm Photo for Free
Brand: Photogov
SKU: zz-2x2-cm-photo
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (1480 reviews)

A lot of official papers, such some ID cards, visas, and other sorts of identification, need a 2x2 centimeter photo. It's important to make sure your photo satisfies the official requirements so that you don't have to wait or get rejected. We make it easier to take a 2x2 centimeter photo that meets the rules at PhotoGov. Just submit a selfie or a high-quality picture, and we'll resize, crop, and optimize it to the right size so you can send it in digitally or physically.

Auto-crop the photo to fit the Others photo size (free online tool)
Full document requirements for photos
How to get a photo - tutorial

Why Should You Use Our 2x2 cm Photo Service?

Exact 2x2 cm Size

Your photo is automatically resized to the right size of 2x2 cm

Background Correction

This feature gets rid of shadows and makes sure the background is clear and white or light-colored

Image Enhancements

Makes the picture clearer by changing the brightness, sharpness, and contrast

Digital and print versions

Get both a digital and a print-ready version of your photo to send in

Compliance Guarantee

Meets all the official standards for 2x2 cm pictures for a variety of documents

Requirements for 2x2 cm photos

To make sure your 2x2 cm photo is accepted, it needs to follow certain rules for how it looks and how it works

Here is a list of what you need to do:

20mm

70%

8%

Layout, size and scale by indentation for the ZZ photo

Size 2 x 2 cm (20 x 20 mm)
Minimum DPI 300
Image Format JPEG or PNG
File Size Usually less than 1 MB
Background Plain white or light-colored (no patterns or shadows)
Can be printed Yes

*Data from government agencies

Rules for how to look

Requirement for Aspect

Expression on the face

Neutral: mouth closed, no smile or frown

Eyes

Open and easy to see

Head Position

Centered and facing forward, with no tilting

Covering the Face

Should take up 70 to 80 percent of the height of the picture

Clothing

Solid colors preferred

Eyeglasses

Not allowed unless it's for medical reasons

Hats and Scarves

Allowed solely for medical or religious reasons and must not cover up facial features

Lighting

The face and background should be evenly lit, with no shadows or reflections

How to Make Your 2x2 cm Picture in Steps

Choose a Type of Document

From the selection of document formats on PhotoGov.net, pick "2x2 cm Photo"
Take a picture of yourself

Use a smartphone or digital camera that works well. Stand 1.5 to 2 meters away from a white or light-colored background. Make sure the lighting is even and right
Send the Picture

Send your picture to PhotoGov. Make sure your face is plainly seen and has a neutral look
Automatically resize and optimize

Our system will automatically resize the picture to 2x2 cm, clean up the background, and change the lighting and contrast
Get it and send it in

You can either download your finished photo file and get it ready to send in, or you can print it out to use in person

How to take your own Photo 2x2 cm photo

If you don’t want to go through the trouble and expense of locating and hiring a professional photographer to take your picture, you can simply take your own from home. So long as you follow the below instructions carefully, you can capture the perfect photo photo yourself:

1. Take a picture of yourself

Open up the PhotoGov.net photo service and take your picture. Make sure you’re not wearing any headcovers or glasses, do not wear a uniform, and keep your expression neutral. Ensure that the area is well-lit and that you are standing against a neutral background.

Clean background. More light. Not a blurry photo.
Watch "How to take a photo" (00:46)

2. Upload your photo to PhotoGov AI

Next, upload your image and process it through our site.

3. Receive your Passport Photo

Finally, you can download your ID photo. These images can be printed off, or you can simply use them as digital photos.

Download ready photo for photo ZZ document

Best Ways to Take a 2x2 cm Photo

Lighting: To keep harsh shadows off your face or background, use natural light or gentle artificial light

Background: Stand in front of a wall that is simple white or light-colored. Don't let any patterns or things get in the way

Positioning: Your head should be in the middle and pointing straight ahead. Your face should take up roughly 70 to 80 percent of the height of the picture

Wear dark, solid-colored clothes to stand out against the background. Don't wear tops that are white or shiny

Things to Avoid Making Mistakes

Using the wrong size (such passport size instead of 2x2 cm)

Putting on glasses or hats that hide your face

Using photographs that are fuzzy, low-resolution, or too bright

Background with shadows, textures, or things

Smiling or moving your head PhotoGov automatically finds and fixes these problems while processing photos

How to take Photo 2x2 cm photos for babies and kids

When taking pictures of babies and children for photo, many of the same rules apply; for example, they must still adhere to the dress code, and the photograph must be high-quality and well-lit. With that being said, the State Department is generally more forgiving when it comes to the neutral expression requirement.

If you are photographing a newborn:
Spread a white sheet out over the floor.
Place the baby down on the sheet and take their photograph against it.

For slightly older babies:

Prop them up in a child’s chair against a white sheet.
If they are still unable to hold up their head, prop it up for them using a hand behind the sheet. Ensure no one else is visible in the shot.

More tips for being compliant

No retouching: Don't use digital filters or programs that change the way your face looks

Sharpness: Make sure the picture is clean and in focus, with no pixelation or blurriness

Face Coverage: Your face should take up 70–80% of the height of the picture

File Size and Type: JPEG or PNG, and less than 1 MB for digital submission

Submission and Printing Guidelines

For Physical Submission: Make sure the size is exactly 2x2 cm and print your picture on high-quality matte or glossy photo paper

To submit digitally, upload your photo to the right gateway and make sure it satisfies the size and resolution requirements

FAQ

How big should my 2x2 centimeter picture be?
The size you need is 2 x 2 cm (20 × 20 mm).
Is it okay to take the picture with my phone?
Yes! You can use your phone as long as the picture satisfies the requirements. Send it to PhotoGov to get it fixed automatically.
Is it okay to wear spectacles in the picture?
No. You can't wear glasses unless you need them for medical reasons. Check to see whether there is any glare.
How old does the picture have to be?
Your photo should have been taken in the last six months to show how you look now.
What will happen if my photo is turned down?
You can change and reprocess your photo with PhotoGov until it is accepted.
Is it okay to use my 2x2 cm picture for other things?
Yes, as long as the other documents have identical standards.