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How to make your passport photo with PhotoBooth Online
1Start with a clear photo.
Face the camera, shoulders square, everyday clothes. Use a plain wall behind you and turn filters and beauty mode off — we handle the rest.
2Add your photo.
Upload a file or take a new one with your camera, on a computer or a phone. On a computer you can scan the QR code to send a photo straight from your phone. Retake as many times as you need.
3Let the checks run.
We crop to 2×2″, set head and eye height to Department of State ranges, apply the required white background, and build the photo to official U.S. passport rules.
4Preview your passport photo.
Your 2×2 photo appears on screen, sized and set to Department of State rules. Not happy with how it looks? Retake. All good? Continue to choose digital, print, or both.
5Get a specialist review.
A specialist verifies your passport photo against Department of State rules before we send it.
The Department of State requires an unedited likeness — no retouching, beauty apps, or changed facial features. Every PhotoBooth Online passport photo is built to the U.S. Department of State requirements published on travel.state.gov — we only crop to 2×2″, set head and eye height, and apply the plain white background — we do not retouch your face or change how you look. Every result is then reviewed by a compliance specialist against State Department criteria before we send your digital files or prints. 
Process of getting a U.S. passport photo with PhotoBooth Online. Your finished U.S. passport photo — built to official specs
A U.S. passport application needs a recent color photo that meets Department of State rules. Paper filing uses a printed 2×2″ photo; online renewal needs a digital photo — not a scan or a photo of a print.
PhotoBooth Online turns your shot into a finished U.S. passport photo — printed 2×2″ for a paper application, or a digital file for online renewal — built to the measurements and likeness rules on travel.state.gov.
- Size: print — 2×2 inches (51×51 mm); digital (online renewal) — square file, original color photo (JPG, JPEG, PNG, HEIC, or HEIF), 54 KB–10 MB, not a scan or a photo of a print
- Head: chin to crown between 1 and 1⅜ inches; eyes in the official band
- Background: plain white or off-white — no shadows, texture, or objects behind you
- Pose: face the camera, both eyes open, mouth closed; a natural smile is fine
- Fresh shot: taken within the last 6 months; do not reuse an old passport photo
- Not allowed: glasses (narrow medical exception with a signed note), hats except religious or medical headwear that leaves the full face visible, uniforms or camouflage, filters, retouching, or edits that change how you look.
PhotoBooth Online example — printed U.S. passport photo built to Department of State measurements. 
PhotoBooth Online example — digital U.S. passport photo for online renewal. Examples of passport photos that meet U.S. Department of State rules
These examples follow the official passport photo rules: plain white background, face forward, eyes open, mouth closed, everyday clothes, and an unedited likeness.
Examples of U.S. passport photos that meet Department of State rules. Examples of passport photos that do not meet U.S. Department of State rules
Common problems that fail the Department of State check: busy or colored backgrounds, shadows, glasses, hats or headwear, smiling with teeth, filters or beauty effects, or wrong head size. Avoid these mistakes — a rejected photo can put your passport application on hold.
Common reasons U.S. passport photos get rejected: glasses, smiling, shadows or non-white background, hat or incorrect head size. What you get with PhotoBooth Online
PhotoBooth Online turns a phone or camera photo into a finished U.S. passport photo — cropped to 2×2″, set to Department of State head and eye rules, with a plain white background. A specialist reviews every result before we send it. Pick the format your application needs: a digital file for online renewal, or prints for a paper form.
For online renewal or self-printDigital- Digital passport photo (ready for online renewal)
- Printable 4×6″ template with six 2×2″ photos (ready for self-printing)
- Specialist review photos against Department of State rules
- Use for online renewal or print at home or any photo lab (Walmart, Walgreens, CVS, and others)
Prints shipped to youPrints + Digital- Everything in Digital, plus six physical 2×2″ prints
- Free USPS shipping with tracking
- Usually arrives in 2–3 business days
- Same specialist review — ready for a paper passport application
PhotoBooth Online User Reviews
★★★★★“I had a great experience using PhotoBooth Online. The website is very easy to use and works smoothly without any issues. The photo quality is clear and the tools are simple but effective. I especially like how fast it processes the photos. It’s very convenient and useful for quick photo needs. Highly recommended!”
★★★★★“Photo Booth Online is an excellent service. After having 9 passport photos to renew my passport rejected. I then found Photo Booth Online. I went through the process and my photo was accepted by the passport office first time. Excellent service by Photo Booth Online.!!!!”
— RichardCompliance guarantee: We carefully verify every photo against U.S. Department of State passport requirements. Rejected by the passport office? Full refund within 60 days — guaranteed.
Use this guide to make a U.S. passport photo with PhotoBooth Online — step-by-step upload and checks, official print and digital specs, examples that pass or fail Department of State rules, and Digital or Prints + Digital options with specialist review.
Written by: PhotoBooth Online Editorial Team
Verified against: U.S. Department of State passport photo requirements
Sources: Passport Photos; Uploading a Digital Photo
Updated: 09/03/2026
Still have questions? Email us at hello@photobooth.online.
- More about passport photos
When preparing a US passport photo, background requirements play a key role. See detailed rules for passport photo background to ensure your photo meets official standards.
The US passport photo must follow strict sizing rules, including the 2×2 inch format. Check the exact requirements for 2×2 photo to avoid rejection.
Passport photos for infants follow specific rules that differ from standard requirements. Learn how to handle US baby passport photo correctly for compliant results.
To avoid common mistakes during submission, it’s important to follow all official rules. Review full US passport photo requirements before taking your photo.
Which Photo Do You Need?
Online Passport Renewal
Paper Passport Application
How Does PhotoBooth Online Work?
- STEP 1Take and upload a photo
- STEP 2Get result emailed or shipped
Processing & Verification Features
Advanced Compliance Check
The engine analyzes over 30 technical points, including facial expression, head tilt, and lighting, to ensure the source image is suitable for processing.Passport-Ready Alignment
Our system automatically scales and positions your image to meet specific head size and eye-level requirements for official documents.Precision Cropping & Resizing
Your photo is instantly resized to the standard 2×2″ (600×600 px) format or other required dimensions for digital and print submission.Background Optimization
The tool adjusts the background to a solid white or off-white color, removing shadows and uneven lighting while staying within official parameters.Universal Device Support
Take your photo using a smartphone, webcam, or digital camera. Our interface provides guidance on posing and lighting for a valid result.Global Standards Support
Our database includes technical specifications for over 75 countries, covering passports, visas, Green Cards, and citizenship IDs.
Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Is my passport photo guaranteed to be accepted?
We check the photo with automated tools and a specialist against U.S. Department of State photo rules. The passport agency makes the final decision. If your passport photo is rejected, the 60-day money-back guarantee applies: a full refund or a new photo at no cost. Email hello@photobooth.online.When do I get the files, and when do the prints arrive?
Your digital photo and the 4×6 template are ready to download and emailed immediately after processing. Prints ship free and arrive in 2-3 business days.Can I use this for infants and toddlers?
Yes, you can use PhotoBooth Online for baby’s passport photos. No one else may appear in the frame, so lay the baby on a plain white or off-white sheet, or drape a sheet over a car seat. An infant’s eyes do not have to be fully open; older children must have theirs open.Is AI used for image processing?
It crops, resizes, and replaces the background with plain white. We do not retouch faces or apply beauty filters — the Department of State requires an unedited likeness, so shoot the original with filters switched off.Can I use a photo from my phone?
Yes, you can use a photo from your phone, including HEIC files straight from an iPhone. Follow the at-home steps above, upload the sharpest frame, and choose the white background.How many passport photos do I get?
Digital gives you a digital photos plus a 4×6 template with six 2×2 photos. Digital + Printout adds six printed 2×2 photos.Can I upload a scanned passport photo?
We don’t recommend to upload a scanned passport photo. Scans, photocopies, and photographs of a print cannot be processed and are not accepted for a digital submission. Take a new photo.I don't like how the passport photo came out. What now?
Upload a different shot. There is no limit and no charge on attempts before you order.Can I submit my passport application here?
No, we only make the passport photo. Walgreens and CVS do not accept applications either. For in-person filing, use a passport acceptance facility.How to take a passport photo at home?
1Place the digital camera or phone at eye level. Distance: 1.5–2 steps.
2Turn off all filters on the phone.
3Stand straight, open your eyes, don’t smile, and look straight into the camera.
4Take off glasses.
5Leave some free space around your head and shoulders.
6Your shoulders and upper chest must fit into the frame.
7Take several photos (to choose the best one).
8Go 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.
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 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.
1Upload 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.
2Print 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 How to print a passport photo?
You can easily print a passport photo. Here’s a step-by-step guide:
1Download a 4×6 inch (10×15 cm) template with six photos to your computer or mobile device.
2Choose 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.
3Cut the photo: After printing, carefully cut the photo.
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