U.S. Passport

Turn on your camera

Your camera stream stays on this device. Nothing is uploaded while you position yourself.

What are we checking?

Face fully visibleMeasuring
The whole head must be inside the frame, from the chin to the crown.
Correct distanceMeasuring
Your head must fill the right amount of the frame.
Face centeredMeasuring
Your head should be centered with your eyes on the guide line.
Looking at the cameraMeasuring
Face the camera squarely, with your eyes on the lens.
Head not tiltedMeasuring
Your head must be level, not tipped to either shoulder.
Both eyes openMeasuring
Both eyes must be open and unobstructed.
Neutral expressionMeasuring
A neutral expression with your mouth closed, and no broad smile.
Hats and head coveringsMeasuring
Hats and head coverings are not accepted, except when worn daily for religious or medical reasons with a signed statement.
GlassesMeasuring
Glasses are not accepted on U.S. passport photos.
Even light on the faceMeasuring
Even light on your face, with no shadow falling across one side.
Not underexposedMeasuring
The photo must not be too dark, with facial detail lost in the shadows.
Not overexposedMeasuring
The photo must not be washed out, with facial detail lost in the highlights.
Background colorMeasuring
A plain white or off-white wall behind you, with no color tint.
Sharp imageMeasuring
The photo must be in focus, with no motion blur.