US Passort Photo Maker

Effortlessly make US passport photo with AI Ease’s free online passport photo maker.

  • 100% free
  • Unlimited tool
  • AI bg removal
  • Auto cropping and centering
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How to Take a Passport Photo?

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Body-Camera Distance

Take the photo from about 20 inches away from your face. It’s best to have someone else take the picture for you.

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Correct Posture

Face the camera directly with a neutral expression, keeping the camera at eye level.

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Lighting Condition

Stand facing a light source, like an open window, and avoid shadowed areas. We’ll automatically remove the background for later customization.

US Passport Photo Requirements

💡Passport Photo:
  • In color
  • Taken within last 6 months to present your current appearance
💡Facial Expression and Poses:
  • Directly face the camera
  • With a neutral expression or natural smile
  • With both eyes open
💡Attire:
  • Wear normal clothes, no uniforms except religious clothing that is worn daily
  • Head coverings are only allowed for religious purposes and must not obscure the face
  • Glasses are not allowed, except for medical reasons

US Passport Photo Specifications

💡Photo Size: 2×2 inches (51×51 mm)

💡Head Size: between 1-1 3/8 inches (25-35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head

💡Color: white or off-white

💡Photo Paper Type: matte or glossy photo quality

US Digital Passport Photo Specifications

💡Dimension: 600×600 pixels (minimum) 1200×1200 pixels (maximum)

💡Color: must be in color (24 bits per pixel)

💡Format: JPEG

💡File Size: less than or equal to 240 kB

How to Make US Passport Photo with AI Ease

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1. Select Your Country

Scroll down and select your country or region, and choose “Passport”.

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2. Upload Your Photo

Just drag and drop or upload your photo to our US passport photo tool. Follow the guidance for better results when uploading.

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3. Our Tool Works

Our passport photo generator will work to convert your photo into the qualified United States passport photo quickly. Preview and confirm your wanted photo paper size. Once satisfied, download it to apply or print it out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions? You can email service@aiease.ai, and we’ll be happy to help you.

Yes, you can smile for a United States passort photo. It should be a natural smile for identification, instead of these exaggerated expressions or big grins.

Yes, you can wear natural makeup for a passport photo, ensuring you look most like yourself. Avoid wearing the dramatic makeup that may cover up your facial features.

Till now, there’s no official rule that you can’t show your teeth in the US passport photo. But you should make sure you have neutral facial expression.

Yes, you can. You are allowed to wear jewelry that don’t hide your face or create glare in your US passport picture.

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