US Visa Photo Size (DS-160): digital photo at 600 × 600 px, under 240 KB
Resize your US visa (DS-160) digital photo to the official upload spec in one tap.
Choose an image to get started.
Official spec
| Format | JPEG |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | square, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px |
| File size | max 240 kB |
| Source | travel.state.gov: digital image requirements |
Checked 29 Oct 2026. Rules change; confirm in the latest official notice before you apply.
How it works
- Tap "Try it with a sample photo" or choose your digital photo (phone photo or scan).
- The preset crops it to 600 × 600 px and finds the best JPG quality under 240 KB.
- Press Download and upload the JPG to the US visa (DS-160) form.
FAQ
What is the official US visa (DS-160) digital photo size?
Format: JPEG; Dimensions: square, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px; File size: max 240 kB. Source: travel.state.gov: digital image requirements.
Does this make my digital photo acceptable?
It sets the size only. Background, lighting, framing and content rules in the official notice still apply; this tool does not change the background.
Is my file uploaded?
No. Resizing and compression run in your browser; the image never leaves your device.