Passport Photos Requirements

Here’s a directory of places near you that offer passport photo services. Please follow the guidelines below to ensure that you provide the correct style of U.S. passport photo.

Passport Photo Specifications
  • Photo must be recent (within the past 6 months).
  • Photo must have a white or off-white background.
  • Photo must have dimensions of 2x2.
  • Applicant must have a neutral facial expression or a natural smile.
  • Applicant must NOT wear glasses in photo.
  • Applicant must NOT wear a hat or anything that covers the head.
  • Applicant must NOT wear a military uniform.
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