Perfect Passport Photo resizer.

Instantly crop your photo to the strict 2x2 inch (600x600 px) US government standard.

What size should a digital US passport photo be?

A digital US passport photo must be exactly 2x2 inches, which translates to 600x600 pixels. It must be a square aspect ratio, and under 240KB.

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Why use a dedicated Passport Photo tool?

General purpose tools often fail when you need to meet strict, platform-specific requirements. By using our pre-configured engine for Passport Photo, you ensure your file meets exact dimensions, quality limits, and format specifications automatically.

Zero-Upload Privacy: Unlike other cloud converters, FileCircle utilizes WebAssembly and HTML5 Canvas to process your files directly inside your browser.

Best of all, because FileCircle relies entirely on your browser's local processing power, your files are never uploaded to a cloud server. You get enterprise-grade optimization with 100% absolute privacy.

Dimensions: 600 x 600 pixels
Aspect Ratio: 1:1 (Square)
File Format: JPEG
Max File Size: 240 KB

How to resize a passport photo

Get your digital photo accepted.

Upload selfie

Ensure a plain white background.

Frame

The tool is locked to 600x600. Center your head.

Export

Download the JPG.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the exact pixel dimensions for a US Passport?

The exact dimensions required by the US Department of State are 600 x 600 pixels, forming a perfect 1:1 square ratio.

Will this tool stretch or distort my face?

No. The tool uses a cropping mechanism rather than a stretching mechanism. It cuts away the edges of your photo to create a perfect square, ensuring your facial proportions remain completely natural.

Is it safe to upload my passport photo here?

Yes, the cropping happens entirely locally in your browser. No files are uploaded to our servers, keeping your biometric identity data secure.

What if my final file size is over the 240KB limit?

If the cropped photo is too large to be accepted by the portal, you can easily run it through our Image Compressor tool to shrink the file size while maintaining the 600x600 resolution.

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