Here are the full specifications for U.S. passport photos. We provide full coverage on size of photos, background, head positioning and other important details to help you make sure your photo complies with the official rules. Keep yourself informed of the new requirements so that your photo will not be rejected, so that you will be able to accomplish your application for a passport with ease.
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Visa photos are 35-40 mm wide and 45-50 mm high against a plain light grey background, and the complete Australia visa photo requirements are collected on a dedicated page.
Passport photos in Australia are 35-40 mm wide and 45-50 mm high on a plain white or light-coloured background: https://photogov.net/knowledge/requirements/australian-passport-photo/
PhotoGov's guide explains the photo requirements for a Diversity Visa entry: https://photogov.net/knowledge/requirements/dv-lottery-photo-requirements/
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The printed size is 2 x 2 inches with the head measuring 1 to 1 3/8 inches, as the US visa photo requirements 2026 explain.
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