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2x2″ Passport Photo—Specifications

Printed size

2x2 inches

Digital dimensions

600x600–1200x1200 pixels

Head size

Between 1–1 3/8 inches from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head

Resolution

300–600 DPI

Background color

White or off-white

Recency

Last 6 months

Last update: 11/22/2023

2x2″ Photos—All You Need to Know

Let’s dive into the specifics of 2x2-inch photographs.

This common photo size is extensively used in various applications, from passport pictures to small personal keepsakes.

We will discuss its dimensions, uses, the standard quality required for official documents, and how to correctly print and resize images to this format.

What documents use the 2x2 photo format?

We’ve prepared a convenient list so you can quickly see which documents your 2x2 photo is good for.

United States

In the US, the 2x2 photo is suitable for the following documents:

Document	Country	Size (Width x Height)	Unit
Citizenship Application Photo	US	2x2	in
EAD Card Photo	US	2x2	in
Green Card Photo	US	2x2	in
NFA ATF Photo	US	2x2	in
SAT ID Photo	US	2x2	in
Texas ID Photo	US	2x2	in
Tribal ID Photo	US	2x2	in
US Nursing License Photo	US	2x2	in
US Passport Card Photo	US	2x2	in
US Passport Photo	US	2x2	in
Visa to USA	US	2x2	in

Europe

A skip and a jump over the pond, and we find the 2x2 photo making an appearance on the following document:

Document	Country	Size (Width x Height)	Unit
Spain Visa Photo	Spain	2x2	in

Asia

Moving onto the largest continent in the world, we see the 2x2 in photo present in the following documents:

Document	Country	Size (Width x Height)	Unit
Afghanistan Visa Photo 2x2 Inches	Afghanistan	2x2	in
Cambodia Visa Photo	Cambodia	2x2	in
India Visa Photo	India	2x2	in
Indian Passport Photo	India	2x2	in
Iraq Visa Photo 2x2 Inches	Iraq	2x2	in
Kuwait Visa Photo	Kuwait	2x2	in
Nepal Visa Photo	Nepal	2x2	in
Saudi Arabia Visa Photo	Saudi Arabia	2x2	in
Thailand Visa Photo	Thailand	2x2	in
Philippines Visa Photo	The Philippines	2x2	in
Vietnam Visa Photo	Vietnam	2x2	in

Africa

With Australia avoiding the 2x2 photo in favor of the 35x45mm picture, we’re left with the continent of Africa—which utilizes the 2x2 for these official documents:

Document	Country	Size (Width x Height)	Unit
Ghana Visa Photo	Ghana	2x2	in
Kenya Visa Photo	Kenya	2x2	in
Kenyan Passport Photo	Kenya	2x2	in
Uganda Visa Photo	Uganda	2x2	in
Zambia Visa Photo	Zambia	2x2	in

Quality requirements for 2x2 photos

Requirement	Digital & Print	Prints Only	Digital Only
Color	Must be in color
Recency	Taken in the last 6 months
Image	Clear image of your face ❌ Not blurry, grainy, or pixelated
Filters	❌ No filters allowed
Background & Size	White/off-white
Size	2x2 inches (51x51 mm)
Head size	Head must be between 1–1 3/8 inches (25–35 mm) from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head
Quality & Resolution		Matte/Glossy paper, 300–600 DPI	600x600–1200x1200 px
Digital Alterations	❌ No alterations allowed

Where can I print a 2x2 photo?

Looking to get a 2x2 photo printed for a US passport application or other official document?

Here are your best options for physical prints:

Local stores

The fastest way to find a business to print your photos is by typing “photo printing services near me” into your preferred search engine. Searching the above query will provide you with a map of local stores capable of printing photos—including your 2x2 snaps.

Additionally, it’s a pretty safe bet to look for brand-name retailers in your area, such as Walmart or CVS, since they have their own printing centers.

For additional information, have a look at these pages:

If you’re looking for places specifically focused on passport-sized photos, a quick Google search for “2x2 photo prints near me” makes a good starting point.

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It’s also possible to get physical prints without leaving home with the help of popular photo apps such as Passport Photo Online.

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