How to use it
- Upload a photo taken against a plain light wall.
- Drag and zoom so the top of the head is on the white line and the chin is in the green band.
- Adjust brightness if the photo is dark.
- Download the online file, 4×6 print sheet or A4 PDF.
US visa photo (DS-160) requirements
- Size: 50.8 × 50.8 mm
- Head height: 25–35 mm from chin to crown
- Background: Plain white or off-white
- No glasses.
- Taken in the last 6 months.
Source: travel.state.gov. Rules change, so confirm before you apply.
Tips for a photo that gets accepted
- Stand about a metre in front of a plain white or light grey wall.
- Face a window or soft light so there are no shadows on your face or behind you.
- Ask someone else to take the photo from eye level, about 1.5 metres away.
- Neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and looking at the camera.
- Remove glasses unless your country allows them, and keep hair away from your eyes.
Other countries
| Document | Size | Head (chin to crown) | Background |
|---|---|---|---|
| US passport photo | 50.8 × 50.8 mm | 25–35 mm | Plain white or off-white |
| US visa photo (DS-160) | 50.8 × 50.8 mm | 25–35 mm | Plain white or off-white |
| UK passport photo | 35 × 45 mm | 29–34 mm | Plain cream or light grey |
| Schengen visa photo | 35 × 45 mm | 32–36 mm | Plain light grey, light blue or white (varies by consulate) |
| Indian e-Visa photo | 51 × 51 mm | 25–35 mm | Plain white |
| OCI card photo | 51 × 51 mm | 25–35 mm | Plain light-coloured or white |
| Canadian passport photo | 50 × 70 mm | 31–36 mm | Plain white or light-coloured |
| Australian passport photo | 35 × 45 mm | 32–36 mm | Plain white or light grey |
| Chinese visa photo | 33 × 48 mm | 28–33 mm | Plain white |
| Standard 35 × 45 mm photo | 35 × 45 mm | 32–36 mm | Plain light-coloured |
Frequently asked questions
What size is a us visa photo (ds-160)?
50.8 × 50.8 mm, with the head measuring 25–35 mm from chin to the top of the hair. Background: plain white or off-white. Square JPEG, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px, 240 KB or less.
What file size does the online United States application accept?
Up to 240 KB. The tool produces a JPEG inside this range automatically.
Is this an official government service?
No. This is a free independent tool. Always check the latest rules on travel.state.gov before applying.
Do you upload my photo?
No. Everything happens inside your browser, and your photo never leaves your device.