US Visa Photo Online — DS-160 Compliant

Upload your photo and get a ready-to-use visa or passport photo in 2 minutes. Our AI automatically crops the image, adjusts the background and size to match your selected country's requirements. If your photo is rejected, we'll refund your money.

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How does it work?

Creating a high-quality biometric photo for your documents will take no more than 2 minutes of your time.

Take a photo and upload it

Take a photo and upload it

All you need to do is take and upload the photo. We'll take care of the rest.

The service is preparing the photo

The service is preparing the photo

Artificial intelligence analyzes your photo, crops it to the required size, and removes the background.

Payment options are available for your convenience

Payment options are available for your convenience

We offer a variety of payment methods to ensure that everyone finds a suitable option.

Here are the finished photos

Here are the finished photos

After payment, we will send the file with the finished photos to your email. To use them, simply download and print them out.

Why choose us?

Save time and money by creating a biometric photo without leaving your home.

Convenience

Convenient to use wherever you are

Flexibility of use

You can work with the photo from any device

Versatility

Our photos are suitable for any type of documents, including international ones. This ensures convenience and time savings for our clients

Processing multiple photos

You can upload and process multiple photos using our service. Payment is only made for the photo you choose for printing. This ensures convenience and flexibility for our clients

Photo processing advantages

How to take a photo?

To get perfect shots for any type of document, use the following guidelines.

Distance
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Distance

Stand about 50 cm away from the wall. This will help avoid harsh shadows behind your back and keep the details in the photo clear.

Face position
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Face position

Put your face in front of the camera lens. Hold the camera at eye level. Maintain a neutral facial expression. This will help create optimal conditions for obtaining a high-quality image.

Background and lighting
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Background and lighting

Choose a light or solid color background for the best image quality. Stand facing a light source, such as an open window. The background will be automatically cut out.

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Create document photos online — for passports, visas, driver's licenses and more. Upload your photo, choose the document type, and our AI will adjust it to meet official requirements. Fast, affordable, and guaranteed to be accepted.

Photo Requirements

US Visa Photo — 2×2 in (51×51 mm) / 600×600 px digital

  • Photo size: 2×2 inches (51×51 mm) for paper, 600×600 px for DS-160 upload
  • Background: plain white, no patterns or shadows
  • Head height (chin to crown): 1–1⅜ in (25–35 mm)
  • Color photo, taken within 6 months
  • Neutral expression, eyes open, mouth closed
  • No glasses, no headwear (except religious)
  • For DS-160 upload: JPEG, square aspect ratio, 240 KB–10 MB

Size Specifications

Size (mm)51×51 mm
Size (cm)5.1×5.1 cm
In pixels (300 dpi)602×602 px
In pixels (600 dpi)1205×1205 px
Aspect ratio1:1
BackgroundWhite
FormatJPEG

Documents with 51×51 cm size

US Visa Photo Requirements (DS-160)

Every nonimmigrant U.S. visa application — B1/B2 tourist, F-1 student, J-1 exchange, H-1B work, K-1 fiancé and others — uses the DS-160 form, which requires a square photo that meets U.S. Department of State biometric standards. Photo-Visa.Online produces both the digital DS-160 upload (600×600 px JPEG) and a printable 2×2 in version from a single selfie.

DS-160 Digital Upload Requirements

  • Format: JPEG
  • Aspect ratio: square (1:1)
  • Minimum dimensions: 600×600 pixels
  • Maximum dimensions: 1200×1200 pixels
  • File size: 240 KB to 10 MB
  • Color, 24-bit color depth
  • Plain white or off-white background
  • Head height: 50–69% of frame (chin to crown)

Printable 2×2 Inch Requirements

  • Print size: 2×2 inches (51×51 mm)
  • Resolution: 300+ dpi
  • White background
  • Head height: 1–1⅜ in (25–35 mm)
  • Color, on photo-quality matte or glossy paper

Why DS-160 Photos Get Rejected

The most common DS-160 photo rejections are: shadows on the face or background, eyeglasses (banned since 2016), wrong head proportion (face too small or too large in frame), low resolution under 600×600 px, non-square aspect ratio, photo older than 6 months. Photo-Visa.Online runs all checks before payment.

How to Make a DS-160 Photo at Home

  1. Stand against a plain white wall, well-lit by daylight (no overhead bulb).
  2. Take a selfie at eye level, face camera directly, neutral expression.
  3. Upload to Photo-Visa.Online, select US Visa Photo.
  4. Receive both 600×600 px JPEG (for DS-160 upload) and a printable 2×2 in file in 2 minutes.

Visa Categories Using This Photo

The same 2×2 in / 600×600 px specification applies to B1/B2 (business/tourist), F-1 / M-1 (student), J-1 (exchange visitor), H-1B / H-2A / H-2B / L-1 (work), O-1 (extraordinary ability), K-1 (fiancé), and R-1 (religious worker). Diversity Visa (DV Lottery) entries use a slightly different specification — see our DV Lottery photo page.

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FAQ

What size photo do I need for DS-160?

The DS-160 application requires a square JPEG photo of at least 600×600 pixels (max 1200×1200), in color, with a plain white background. File size between 240 KB and 10 MB.

Can I use the same photo for DS-160 and US passport?

Yes. The 2×2 inch / 600×600 px specification is the same. One Photo-Visa.Online order delivers both the digital file (for DS-160 upload) and a printable 2×2 in version.

Are glasses allowed in US visa photos?

No. Eyeglasses have not been allowed in U.S. visa or passport photos since November 2016, with rare medical exceptions.

What is the cheapest way to get a DS-160 photo?

Online services like Photo-Visa.Online (from $5) cost 5–6× less than CVS, Walgreens or UPS Store ($15–17). The biometric checks are identical.

How long is the DS-160 photo valid?

The photo must have been taken within the past 6 months and reflect your current appearance.