2x2 photo maker
The 2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm) square photo is used for US passports, visas and green cards, Indian e-Visas and many other documents. Upload any photo and get a 2x2 in seconds.
1Choose country and photo size
2Add your photo
Or drop a photo here. Face the camera in front of a plain light wall, no glasses.
3Adjust
Replaces the background and cleans the edges around your hair. Hold Compare on the photo to see the difference.
4Check
- Checks appear after you add a photo.
5Download
Digital photo
For online applications.
Print sheet
Print at 100% scale. A 4×6 in sheet prints at any photo kiosk or pharmacy.
2x2 photo requirements
- 2 × 2 inches is 51 × 51 mm, or 600 × 600 pixels at 300 dpi.
- For US documents the head is 1 to 1⅜ inches from chin to crown.
- Most 2x2 documents need a plain white or off-white background.
- Six 2x2 photos fit on one 4×6 inch print.
Last reviewed September 2026.
How to take a photo that gets accepted
- Stand about 1 m (3–4 ft) in front of a plain white or light wall, facing a window for soft, even light.
- Ask someone to take the photo at eye level from about 1.2 m (4 ft), or use a timer. Keep your shoulders in the frame.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, mouth closed, both eyes open.
- Remove glasses, hats and headphones. Religious head coverings are usually allowed if your whole face is visible.
- Upload the photo, check the green head guides and the checklist, then download or print.
Frequently asked questions
How many pixels is a 2x2 photo?
600 × 600 pixels at 300 dpi. US visa uploads accept 600 × 600 up to 1200 × 1200 pixels.
How do I print a 2x2 photo?
Download the 4×6 sheet with six photos and print it as a normal photo print, then cut along the lines.
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. Face detection, cropping and background removal run inside your browser. Your photo never leaves your device and we never see it.