These are some of the most common passport photo questions. FAQ – Passport PhotosDo I need to take a new photo if I recently dyed my hair a new color or grew a beard?New photos are only required if your appearance has significantly changed from what is in your photo. Growing a beard or coloring [...]

Successful U.S. Passport and Visa photography begins with careful setup and appropriate production methods. Please review the guidance and tips below for obtaining a high quality photo. Please review all of the photo requirements for applying for a U.S. Passport. Camera Position The camera should be placed at the eye level of the person being [...]

Make sure the photo presents the full head from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin Center the head with the frame The person in the photo should have a neutral expression and be facing the camera   Paper Photo Head Size Template Photo must be 2 inches by 2 inches [...]

Your photo is a vital part of your application. If the image you supply is not suitable, the system will not allow you to submit the photo. You may have to take another photo with a digital camera or modify the format to meet the minimum technical requirements. Please make sure you know how to [...]

Your photo is a vital part of your passport application. To learn more, review the information below on how to provide a suitable photo to avoid passport processing delays. The acceptance of your photo is always at the discretion of the U.S. passport agency. We recommend you use a professional passport photo service to ensure [...]