US Visa Photo Resizer (2x2 inch / 600x600 px)
Resize and crop photo for US Visa (DS-160) and Diversity Visa lottery. Exact 2x2 inch (600x600 pixels) square with white background under 240KB.
About this Preset
The United States Department of State enforces rigorous electronic image specifications for nonimmigrant visa applications (Form DS-160), immigrant visas, and the Diversity Visa (DV) lottery. The digital photo must be a square measuring exactly 600 x 600 pixels (up to 1200 x 1200 pixels) with a color depth of 24 bits per pixel. The file size must be less than or equal to 240 KB in JPEG format. Eyeglasses are strictly prohibited. Our US Visa photo resizer formats your picture to the official 1:1 ratio and ensures it passes the DS-160 online photo validator.
How to Resize in 4 Simple Steps
- Take a photo facing the camera straight on with a neutral expression and no glasses.
- Upload the photo to our US Visa tool.
- The resizer automatically locks the square 1:1 aspect ratio at 600x600 pixels.
- Save the JPG file (under 240 KB) and upload directly to CEAC DS-160.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the required dimension for a US Visa photo?
The digital image must be square: minimum 600 x 600 pixels and maximum 1200 x 1200 pixels. Printed size is 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm).
What is the maximum file size for DS-160 photo upload?
The file size must not exceed 240 KB in JPEG format.
Are eyeglasses permitted in US visa photos?
No. Eyeglasses are not permitted in US visa photos under any circumstances except rare medical emergencies with a signed doctor statement.