Free US Passport Photo Checker
Upload a photo and instantly check it against the US passport photo requirements — 2×2 inch size, resolution, glasses, and expression. Free to check. Fix any issues in seconds.
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What makes a US passport photo compliant?
A US passport photo must be 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), in color, on a plain white or off-white background, taken within the last 6 months, with your head measuring 1 to 1⅜ inches from chin to crown, a neutral expression, both eyes open, and no glasses. The most common rejection reasons are the wrong size, a busy or shadowed background, glasses, and incorrect head size.
This checker verifies the technical specs instantly and flags subject-level issues with AI. For the full requirements, see our complete US passport photo requirements guide.
Frequently asked questions
Is the passport photo checker free?
Yes. Checking your photo against the US requirements is completely free. You only pay ($2.99) if you choose to generate the final compliant photo.
What does the checker look at?
It checks the technical specs instantly in your browser (square 2×2 format, resolution, and file type) and uses AI to flag subject-level problems like glasses, smiling, hats, closed eyes, or a turned head. Background, lighting, and head size are fixed automatically when you generate.
Is my photo stored or uploaded anywhere permanent?
No. Your photo is only used to run the check and is not saved. The technical checks run directly in your browser.
What size does a US passport photo need to be?
2×2 inches (51×51 mm), square, in color, with your head 1 to 1⅜ inches from chin to crown. For online renewals, 600×600 to 1200×1200 pixels.
My photo failed the check — what now?
Retake it if the issue is subject-level (e.g. remove glasses, use a neutral expression). For size, background, or framing, our generator fixes those automatically — upload it and preview the compliant result before paying.