Resize Photo for US Visa Photo
अमेरिकी वीज़ा फोटो · Resize photo for US visa (B1/B2, H1B, L1, F1), green card, or DV lottery
Required for US visa applications (all categories: B1/B2 tourist, H1B work, L1, F1 student, etc.), Green Card (I-485), and DV Lottery on ceac.state.gov. Exactly 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm / 600 × 600 pixels). JPEG format, 100–240 KB. Plain white or off-white background. Taken within last 6 months. Full face, front view, neutral expression. Both eyes open. No glasses (policy since November 2016). Head height 25–35 mm (50–69% of photo). No head coverings except religious.
Size
5.08×5.08cm
600×600px
Max
240 KB
min 100 KB
Format
jpeg
DPI / BG
300· White
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FAQ
What size photo is required for US visa?
US visa requires a 2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm / 600 × 600 pixels) square photo in JPEG format, between 100 KB and 240 KB, with a plain white or off-white background.
Can I wear glasses in US visa photo?
No. Since November 1, 2016, the US Department of State does not accept photos with glasses for visa applications, even prescription glasses. Remove all eyewear before taking the photo.
Can I take US visa photo at home with my phone?
Yes! Stand against a plain white background with good, even lighting (no shadows). Take a front-facing photo. SafeCopy will resize to exact 600×600 pixel US visa specifications.
What are US visa photo requirements for DS-160?
For DS-160: 2×2 inches, 600×600 pixels, JPEG, 100–240 KB, white background, taken within 6 months, full face front view, no glasses, neutral expression, both eyes open.
Is US visa photo same as US passport photo?
Yes, both US visa and US passport use the same 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) photo specifications. SafeCopy resizes to the exact same format for both.