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US Passport Photo Size

US Passport Photo Size reference with 2 x 2 in, 51 x 51 mm, 600 x 600 px at 300 PPI, and official-rule caveats for submission.

Last checked: 2026-05-03

Source confidence: Official Last checked: 2026-05-03 Source: U.S. Department of State: passport photos Found a spec change? Send correction.

How we calculate this

Methodology and source handling

We convert physical sizes to inches, multiply by the selected DPI/PPI value, and round to whole pixels.

Quick answer

Copy-ready answer

A US passport photo is 2 x 2 in, about 51 x 51 mm. At 300 PPI that is 600 x 600 px, but official digital submissions also have separate pixel and composition rules.

50.8 x 50.8 mm

Dimensions and specs

Pixels 600 x 600 px at 300 PPI
Inches 2 x 2 in
Millimeters 51 x 51 mm
Centimeters 5.1 x 5.1 cm
Aspect ratio 1:1
Recommended PPI 300 PPI for print calculation; verify official digital rules

Pixels

Pixel dimensions by DPI

DPI / PPIWidthHeightUse
72 DPI 144 px 144 px Screen or draft reference density
96 DPI 192 px 192 px Screen or draft reference density
150 DPI 300 px 300 px Screen or draft reference density
300 DPI 600 px 600 px Common high-quality print setup
600 DPI 1200 px 1200 px High-resolution archival or print workflow

Formula

How to calculate this size

Pixel formulapixels = millimeters / 25.4 x PPI

50.8 mm x 300 PPI = 600 px wide.

Trim result600 x 600 px

Use this when the artwork stops at the finished edge.

Bleed result600 x 600 px

Add 0 mm per side before calculating pixels when artwork reaches the edge.

Common mistakes

Avoid these photo sizing mistakes

Submitting by size alone

A file can be the right pixel size and still fail official head-size, background, lighting, expression, or recency rules.

Cropping the head incorrectly

Passport authorities usually specify head placement and face size separately from the image canvas.

Using an outdated local rule

Passport photo rules can change and vary by authority, so verify the official source before submission.

Calculator

Calculate pixels and bleed

Enter any DPI to calculate the pixel dimensions for this physical size.

Workflow

Use US Passport Photo Size in a finished file

Pick the print size

Choose the final photo dimensions before cropping or resizing.

Match the aspect ratio

Crop intentionally when the source image ratio differs from the print ratio.

Export enough pixels

Use the pixel table or formula to verify the file is large enough for the target PPI.

Specs

US Passport Photo Size answer

SettingValue
Pixels 600 x 600 px at 300 PPI
Inches 2 x 2 in
Millimeters 51 x 51 mm
Centimeters 5.1 x 5.1 cm
Aspect ratio 1:1
Recommended PPI 300 PPI for print calculation; verify official digital rules

Rules

Passport photo caution

Pixel dimensions are only the canvas calculation. Passport acceptance also depends on current official rules for head size, background, recency, expression, lighting, eyewear, retouching, and digital upload requirements.

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FAQ

Common questions

What size is a us passport photo size?

US Passport Photo Size is 2 x 2 in, 51 x 51 mm.

What pixel size should I use?

At 300 PPI, use 600 x 600 px at 300 PPI.

Should I verify the rule before submitting?

Yes. Confirm the latest photo requirements with the U.S. Department of State before submitting.

References

Sources and references

Passport photo requirements are verified against official government or international travel-document references. Country-specific rules can vary, so final submissions should follow the issuing authority.

Last checked: 2026-05-03