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US Passport Photo · State Dept. compliant
US Passport Photo Online — 2×2 inch, done in 30 seconds
Get a US passport photo that meets US Department of State requirements: 2×2 inch, plain white background, correct head size. Digital file plus a printable 4×6 sheet, ready in 30 seconds.
Il tuo selfie→ICAO compliant
Free preview · ICAO 9303 · digital file + printable sheet with 6 photos
Where you can use this US passport photo
New US passport (DS-11)
First-time adult and child US passport applications submitted in person at an acceptance facility.
US passport renewal (DS-82)
Adult renewals by mail. Digital JPEG accepted by the online renewal system.
Passport card
Same 2×2 photo works for the US passport card used at land and sea borders with Canada and Mexico.
Global Entry & TSA PreCheck
The digital 2×2 file also works for Global Entry, TSA PreCheck and CBP appointments.
US Passport Photo Requirements
Size2×2 inch (51×51 mm)
BackgroundPlain white or off-white
Head size1 – 1 3/8 in (25–35 mm)
ExpressionNeutral, mouth closed, both eyes open
GlassesNot allowed (since 2016)
Resolution600 DPI, print-ready JPEG
IDReady.ai vs CVS / Walgreens / Costco
Drugstore or big-box photo counter
$14.99 – $19.99 per session
Drive to the store, wait in line
Prints only, no digital file for online renewal
Redo the whole trip if the photo is rejected
IDReady.ai
€5.90, take the selfie at home
Digital file + printable 4×6 sheet
Retake until it's perfect, pay only when satisfied
Government-compliant or full refund
Ready in 30 seconds, from home
Skip the drugstore. Take a selfie and get your US passport photo in 30 seconds.
Free preview. You only pay if you're satisfied.
Frequently asked questions
What are US passport photo requirements?+
The US Department of State requires a 2×2 inch (51×51 mm) color photo, taken in the last 6 months, on a plain white or off-white background, with a neutral expression and both eyes open. Our AI generates a photo that meets all these specs automatically.
Can I use this for a US passport renewal?+
Yes. The digital file and printable sheet work for new passports, renewals, passport cards and child passports submitted through Form DS-11 or DS-82.
Is the photo accepted by the US State Department?+
The output is compliant with the official US State Department photo requirements (2×2 in, white background, 600 DPI, correct head size). If the government rejects it, we refund you.
Do I get a printable version for CVS, Walgreens or Costco?+
Yes. You get a 4×6 inch printable sheet with 4 identical 2×2 passport photos, ready to print at any US drugstore, kiosk or home printer.
How much do US passport photos cost at IDReady.ai?+
Just €5.90, compared to $15–20 at CVS or Walgreens. You can retake the selfie for free until the preview looks right, and only pay when satisfied.
