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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is PhotoBooth Online?

   PhotoBooth Online is an online passport photo service that creates passport, visa, and various ID photos that are compliant with US requirements. Simply upload any photo taken with your smartphone and we’ll convert it into compliant photo. The average time from photo upload to receiving the result is 3-5 minutes.

2. Is my photo guaranteed to meet official standards and to be accepted?

   Our dual-verification process (AI analysis and specialist review) is designed to ensure your photo complies with all official U.S. Department of State requirements. While our system and experts ensure photos meet all official U.S. Department of State requirements, the final decision regarding the acceptance of any passport photo rests entirely with the relevant government authorities. In the event of a technical rejection, we provide a full refund or a free photo reprocessing. For assistance, contact our support team at hello@photobooth.online.

3. When will I receive the digital files and prints?

   Digital photos are available for download and sent via email shortly after the verification process is complete. Printed orders are processed promptly and delivered within 2–5 business days via USPS.

4. Can I use this service for infants and toddlers?

   PhotoBooth Online passport photo service is suitable for taking baby or toddler passport photos. Taking passport photos of babies at home is much easier than in a studio. Our AI and expert team specialize in checking and adjusting non-standard shots to ensure compliance with children’s passport photo rules.

5. Is AI used for image processing?

   Yes, we use advanced AI to instantly crop, resize, and replace the background (to plain white). No alteration.

6. What are the basic US passport photo requirements I need to follow?

   The passport photo must be 2×2 inches, taken within the last 6 months, against a plain white or off-white background. Your face should be in full view, with a neutral expression. No glasses or hats allowed.

7. Can I use my own photo taken with a smartphone for converting into a passport photo?

   Yes, definitely. Just upload the photo taken with your smartphone (following basic requirements like good lighting and neutral expression), and we will use our tools to adjust it to official standards.

8. How to take a passport photo at home?

   1. Place the digital camera or phone at eye level. Distance: 1.5–2 steps.
   2. Turn off all filters on the phone.
   3. Stand straight, open your eyes, don’t smile, and look straight into the camera.
   4. Take off glasses.
   5. Leave some free space around your head and shoulders.
   6. Your shoulders and upper chest must fit into the frame.
   7. Take several photos (to choose the best one).
   8. Go to PhotoBooth.online/Select Photo Type/Upload Photo/Choose background/Preview/Plans & Prices and complete the order. Get a digital photo and printable 4×6″ template (with six photos) emailed instantly or get a set of prints delivered in 2-3 days.

9. How many photos do you provide?

   You’ll receive (by choice):
    

   1. Prints + Digital Files: Set of six printed passport, visa, or ID photos, 4×6″ template for printing (six identical 2×2″ or country-sized photos), and one digital photo (600×600 px).
   2. Only Digital Files: 4×6″ template for printing (six identical 2×2″ or country-sized photos) and one digital photo (600×600 px).

10. Where to get a passport photo (online, in-store)?

    You can take a high-quality passport photo in the usual offline places as well as online.
     
    See below the most popular places to take passport photos in the U.S. (with prices, number of photos, if they provide a digital copy, if they make passport photos only in-store or online):
     

    Places	Price & Number of Photos	In-store or online
    Walgreens	2 prints—$16.99	In-store
    CVS	2 prints—$17.99	In-store
    Walmart	2 prints—$7.64	Online
    USPS	2 prints—$15	In-store
    UPS	2 prints—$11.99	In-store
    PhotoBooth.online	6 prints—$9.95, 4×6 template+digital photo—$2.95	Online

     
    Services and price data as of December 2025.

11. How to minimize printing costs using templates?

    Passport photos are usually quite expensive. Here’s some advice on how to save money and still get quality printed photos.
     

    1. Upload your regular photo to Photobooth.online. In just 3 minutes, it’ll be processed and placed (six photos) on a standard 4×6″ print template. Get emailed—instantly.
    2. Print for free at home or anywhere convenient. The average price for printing such a template is $0.14-$0.42.

     
    Printing prices in the U.S.:
     

    Places	Prices
    Walgreens	$0.39
    CVS	$0.42
    Walmart	$0.14

     
    Price data as of December 2025

12. Can I upload my scanned passport photo?

    No, in this case the photo cannot be processed correctly. Do not upload scanned passport photos.

13. I don't like the passport photo you created. What should I do?

    Upload a photo, see the preview, choose the photo you like, or add a new photo. Add photos until you see the option you like. It’s free.
     
    Then confirm your choice and proceed to payment.

14. What to wear for a passport photo?

    When taking a passport photo, it’s important to adhere to specific guidelines to ensure your application isn’t rejected. Fortunately, the “dress code” can be flexible. Exceptions are made for medical or religious reasons. Here’s what you should wear:
     
    Clothing: Wear normal everyday attire. Avoid uniforms, camouflage clothing, or clothing that resembles a uniform. Religious clothing that is worn daily is permitted as long as it does not obscure your facial features.
     
    Headwear: Only religious headwear that is worn daily is allowed, and even then, it must not obscure any part of your face. For all other cases, headwear, is generally not allowed unless it’s for medical or religious reasons.
     
    Avoid masks, headphones and accessories that obscure your face, such as large hats or scarves.

15. What size is a U.S. passport photo?

    The US passport photo size is 2 x 2 inches (51 x 51 mm). The head should occupy 49%–68% of the photo or 1–1 3/8 inches (25–35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
     
    Digital image width and height dimensions are minimum 600 x 600 pixels and maximum 1200 x 1200 pixels. A bad-quality, tilted, or pixelated image won’t be suitable.
     
    

16. How to print a passport photo?

    You can easily print a passport photo. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
     

    1. Download a 4×6 inch (10×15 cm) template with six photos to your computer or mobile device.
        
    2. Choose a printing method:
        
       Home printer: If you have a color printer, you can print the photo at home. Use high-quality photo paper and set your printer to the highest resolution. Make sure to trim the photo to the correct size after printing.
        
       Print shop: For better quality and convenience, you might opt to use a print shop or online printing service. Many local photo labs and stores (like CVS, Walgreens, or Walmart) offer passport photo printing. Upload the photo file to their website or take it to the store on a USB drive or memory card.
        
    3. Cut the photo: After printing, carefully cut the photo.

17. Passport photo requirements

    Travel.State.Gov—U.S. Passport Photos
    Travel.State.Gov—U.S. Visas

18. Related articles about passport photos and documents

    Passport Photo Examples
    How to Check the Status of Passport Renewal?
    Passport Renewals by Mail

19. Editorial Standards & Review

    This page is maintained by the PhotoBooth Online Editorial Team, a group of passport photo professionals with over 5 years of experience in federal document specifications and digital biometric standards. Our goal is to provide accurate, up-to-date guidance on the technical requirements for official passport photos.
     
    To ensure compliance, all technical information undergoes a rigorous review by our Senior Compliance Specialists. With 5+ years of direct experience in U.S. Department of State regulations and ICAO standards, our reviewers have personally evaluated thousands of submissions for biometric alignment, background consistency, and framing accuracy. This internal oversight ensures that every piece of advice we publish meets the highest standards of the industry.
     
    Last updated and reviewed: December 2025

20. What sources were used to verify the information on this page?

    To ensure accuracy, all information about U.S. passport photo requirements is checked against authoritative sources:
     
    U.S. Department of State — Passport Photo Requirements
    U.S. Department of State — Visa Photo Requirements
    ICAO 9303 Biometric Photo Standards
     
    We update this page whenever the State Department changes its guidelines or we update our services. A passport photo expert reviews every update for accuracy.

21. Official Service Disclaimer

    PhotoBooth Online is an independent passport photo processing service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by the U.S. Department of State or any other government agency. All trademarks and brand names are the property of their respective owners. While our AI-driven processing and expert review are designed to align photos with official U.S. Department of State technical specifications (including biometric alignment, background, and dimensions), the final decision regarding the acceptance of any passport or ID photo rests solely with the issuing government authorities. Our money-back guarantee is limited to the refund of the service fee paid to PhotoBooth.online in the event of a photo rejection caused by technical non-compliance.