Make a US visa photo for DS-160
Take a photo against a plain light wall. We size and centre your head for the us visa photo rules (600×600 px, under 240 KB), whiten the background where the rules allow it, and give you a digital file and a print sheet. Your photo never leaves your device.
- 600×600 px, under 240 KB
- Head sized and centred automatically
- Digital JPG + 4×6 in print sheet
How to make a US visa photo for DS-160
- Step 1Add a recent photoFace the camera, neutral expression, even light, nothing covering your face.
- Step 2Check the previewTop of the head and chin should sit on the green lines. Nudge with the sliders if needed.
- Step 3DownloadUpload the JPG, or print the sheet at 100% size.
Questions
What photo does the DS-160 visa form need?
A square colour JPEG, 600×600 to 1200×1200 px and no more than 240 KB, on a plain white or off-white background, taken in the last 6 months. The photo must not be digitally altered, so take it against a plain light wall; we crop and size it without changing the background.
Is my photo uploaded?
No. Face detection and background removal run in your browser. Your photo stays on your device.
Will it be accepted?
We follow the published size and framing rules, but acceptance also depends on light, expression, glasses and how recent the photo is. Always check the current official rules before you apply.