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US DS-160 Digital Photo
51mm × 51mm (2.01in × 2.01in) · Free in-browser maker · Print-ready 300 DPI · Photos never uploaded
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Official Specifications
The US DS-160 Digital Photo spec below is taken from the official source (https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/photos.html):
Dimensions 51mm × 51mm(2.01in × 2.01in)
Head position 50–69% of photo height
Background white
Resolution ≥ 300 DPI
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Why this tool ✅ Free — no signup, no watermark, no limit 🔒 Private — your photo is processed in your browser and never uploaded ⚡ Fast — about 30 seconds from upload to download 🎯 Accurate — auto-crops to exactly 51×51mm with correct head ratio How it works Upload any photo (JPEG/PNG/HEIC) Auto-cropped to 51×51mm Background replaced with white Export PNG (digital) or print-ready PDF (300 DPI) Frequently Asked Questions What size is US DS-160 Digital Photo? 51mm × 51mm (2.01in × 2.01in). The head must occupy 50–69% of the photo height. Can I use this for official submission? Yes. The export meets official US requirements at 300 DPI — confirm with your embassy before submitting. Is my photo uploaded anywhere? No. All processing happens in your browser; your photo never leaves your device. What background colour is required? A white background is required. The tool applies it automatically.