Passport Photo Maker Online
Make a compliant US passport photo in under 5 minutes. AI removes the background, aligns your face, and exports a 300 DPI print-ready file. Free preview.
Our passport photo maker turns any smartphone photo into a government-compliant 2×2 inch US passport photo in under 5 minutes. Upload, crop, remove background, download. No Photoshop. No studio visit. No $16 pharmacy fee.
Create Your 2×2 Passport Photo
Upload your photo and we'll automatically crop it to 2×2 inches with proper alignment.
Upload Your Photo
Upload a photo from your device. We'll help you crop it, remove the background, and format it for your passport application.
Start Creating PhotoFree to try. Pay only if you need a high-quality download.
What This Passport Photo Maker Does
AI Background Removal
Automatically removes any background and replaces it with a plain white or off-white surface meeting US State Department requirements.
Face Detection & Alignment
TensorFlow-powered face detection positions your head automatically — correct size (50–70% of frame), centered, eyes at the right height.
Exact 2×2 Inch Crop
Exports at exactly 600×600 pixels at 300 DPI — the precise specification for US passports, visas, green card, and Global Entry.
Print-Ready 4×6 Layout
Generates a 4×6 sheet with 4 passport photos — take it to any pharmacy kiosk and print for $0.09.
Works on Any Device
Runs fully in your browser — no app download, no account required. iPhone, Android, desktop, tablet.
Instant Digital Download
Download the JPEG file for online passport renewal, Global Entry upload, visa applications, or USCIS forms.
How to Make a Passport Photo in 4 Steps
Any smartphone photo works. Rear camera, white background, natural light. Upload directly from your phone or computer.
Background is removed and replaced with white. Face detection positions the crop automatically. Takes 30–60 seconds.
Fine-tune the crop if needed. Preview your photo with the compliance overlay — correct head size, centered face, white background.
Download your 600×600px JPEG at 300 DPI. Use it for online renewal, print it at any pharmacy for $0.09, or submit digitally to any government portal.
US Passport Photo Requirements (2026)
Our passport photo maker automatically applies all of these:
| Size | 2×2 inches (51×51mm) — 600×600px at 300 DPI |
| Background | Plain white or off-white, no shadows |
| Expression | Neutral, mouth closed |
| Eyes | Open, looking directly at camera |
| Glasses | Not permitted |
| Head size | 50–70% of frame height, chin to crown |
| Recency | Taken within 6 months of application |
| Format | Color photograph, 300 DPI |
Note
Passport Photo Maker vs. Photo Booth vs. Pharmacy
| Option | Cost | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Our online maker | $9.99 | 5 minutes |
| CVS / Walgreens | $15.99–$16.99 | 15–30 min + travel |
| Walmart Photo Center | $7.44 | 1 hour + travel |
| FedEx Office | $14.99 | 10 min + travel |
| Photo booth (airport) | $12–$16 | 5 min |
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Passport Photo Maker FAQ
What is a passport photo maker?
A passport photo maker is an online tool that takes a regular photo and formats it to meet government passport photo requirements. It crops the image to the correct size (2×2 inches for the US), removes and replaces the background with white, checks head positioning, and exports a print-ready file. Our tool does all of this automatically using AI.
Is this passport photo maker free?
Yes — the tool is free to use for previewing and editing. You can upload your photo, remove the background, crop, and see the result at no cost. Downloading the full-resolution 600×600 pixel file (300 DPI, ready for printing or digital submission) costs $9.99. The free preview is watermarked.
Does this passport photo maker work for US passports?
Yes. The tool is optimized specifically for US passport photo requirements: exactly 2×2 inches (51×51mm), white or off-white background, 300 DPI, neutral expression, eyes open. The output meets all US State Department specifications for passport applications, renewals, visas, green card, and Global Entry.
How long does it take to make a passport photo?
Under 5 minutes from upload to download. Upload your photo, the AI removes the background (30–60 seconds), adjust the crop, download. If you already have a photo ready, the whole process takes about 2 minutes.
Can I make a passport photo on my phone?
Yes. The tool works on any smartphone browser — iPhone or Android. Take a photo with your rear camera (white background, natural light, no flash), open this page in your browser, upload it, and download the formatted photo. No app download required.
What size does the passport photo maker export?
The paid download exports at 600×600 pixels at 300 DPI — the exact specification for a US 2×2 inch passport photo. The tool also generates a print-ready 4×6 inch layout with 4 photos on one sheet, which you can take to any pharmacy or print at home.
Will passport offices accept a photo made with an online tool?
Yes. The US State Department does not require photos to be taken or processed by a professional photographer. Any photo that meets the technical requirements is accepted, regardless of what tool created it. Thousands of people use online passport photo makers every day successfully.
What's the difference between a passport photo maker and a photo editor?
A general photo editor (like Photoshop) requires you to manually crop, resize, and adjust the background. A passport photo maker does all of this automatically to a specific standard. Our tool knows the exact US passport photo requirements and applies them in one click — no manual measurement needed.
Related Guides & Tools
Crop to 2×2
Crop any photo to exact 2×2 inch passport size
Resize to 2×2
Resize with correct 300 DPI and pixel dimensions
Print Passport Photos
Print-ready 4×6 sheet — 4 photos per sheet
Free Passport Photo
What's free and what costs $9.99 — explained
Digital Passport Photo
Download for online renewal, Global Entry & visa portals
Background Changer
Change passport photo background to white