US Visa Photo Tool (DS-160, 600×600)
Create a US visa photo for the DS-160 form: square 600×600 px JPEG under 240 KB, with head-position guides. Free and private.
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How to use the US Visa Photo Tool (DS-160, 600×600)
- Upload a photo taken against a plain white wall.
- Drag and zoom so the top of the head touches the top line and the chin is in the green zone.
- Download the 600×600 px JPG (automatically kept under 240 KB) and upload it in your DS-160 form.
For a US visa (DS-160) you upload a square JPEG photo of at least 600 × 600 and at most 1200 × 1200 pixels, 240 KB or smaller, in colour, on a plain white or off-white background, with the head taking up 50%–69% of the image height.
US visa digital photo requirements
| Dimensions | Square, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px |
|---|---|
| File | JPEG, 240 KB or smaller |
| Head size | 50% – 69% of the image height (chin to top of head) |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Age of photo | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Glasses | Not allowed |
The same rules apply to the Diversity Visa (green card lottery) photo. If your interview also asks for a printed photo, use the 4×6 in print sheet — it contains six 2×2 in photos.
Check the current rules at travel.state.gov before you apply. This site is not affiliated with the US government.
Frequently asked questions
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Your photo is cropped and saved inside your browser and never leaves your device.
Why does my DS-160 photo upload fail?
The most common causes are a file over 240 KB, a photo that is not square, or a head that is too small or too large. This tool fixes the size and file limit; use the guides to get the head size right.
Can this tool remove or change the background?
No. It crops and sizes your photo exactly. Take the photo in front of a plain white or light wall so the background is already correct.
How do I print the photo sheet?
Print the 4×6 in sheet at any photo printing service or on a home photo printer using 4×6 in (10×15 cm) photo paper. Choose “actual size” or 100% — never “fit to page” — then cut along the grey lines.
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