Photo Green Card United States

Printed on photo-quality paper at exactly 2x2 inches (51x51mm). Head must be 1-1.375 inches (25-35mm) from chin to top of head. Cut the photo to exactly 51 x 51 mm (2.0" x 2.0") — any deviation beyond 0.5 mm can trigger rejection.

A standard 4x6 inch (10x15 cm) print sheet holds 2 photos at this size — a cost-effective option at any photo kiosk or home printer. Leave a small margin between cuts.

The background must be Plain white or off-white background and completely uniform — any gradients, shadows, or patterns are grounds for rejection.

US passport photos can be taken at CVS, Walgreens, USPS, and Walmart for $10-$15. For online renewal through travel.state.gov, you can upload a digital photo — use our tool to create one for free.

Submit the printed Green Card photo with your application documents. Confirm with the issuing authority whether they accept a single photo or require duplicates.

Photo recency requirement: Must be taken within the last 6 months.

For the most current requirements, refer to the official government source before submitting.