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US visa photo checker (DS-160)

Snap it from your phone, get the green light, download your photo and a compliance report. Checked against the official United States spec before you submit — nothing uploaded.

US 2026 rule: The State Department now rejects AI-edited, background-swapped, or digitally enhanced photos. DIYPassPhoto never alters your photo — it measures and coaches only. Official source ↗

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Official United States photo requirements ↗

US Visa (DS-160) photo requirements

2×2 inches (51×51 mm), white or off-white background, head 50–69% of the frame. The same photo spec applies to all US non-immigrant visas (B1/B2, F1, H1B, J1, etc.) on the DS-160 form. Verified from the US State Department.

2×2 inches (51×51 mm), JPEG, colour
Head 50–69% of photo height (chin to crown: 22–35 mm)
Plain white or off-white background, no shadows or objects
Neutral expression, both eyes open, facing camera directly
No glasses; no sunglasses or tinted lenses
No head coverings unless religious
Taken within the last 6 months
No digital enhancements or AI edits

Common rejection reasons

Background not plain white or off-white
Head too small or too large for the 50–69% band
Glasses in the photo
Shadows on the face or background
Photo older than 6 months

Frequently asked questions

What size is a DS-160 US visa photo?

2×2 inches (51×51 mm), the same size as a US passport photo, with a white or off-white background.

Is the US visa photo the same as the passport photo?

Yes — the dimensions, background, and all other requirements are identical. A photo that passes the passport spec will pass the visa spec.

Are glasses allowed for a US visa photo?

No. Eyeglasses are not permitted in US visa photos except in rare medical cases with documentation.

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