Online Passport Renewal Photo Requirements

Use this checklist to prepare a digital photo for U.S. online passport renewal. Then upload below to get a correctly formatted 2x2 output and printable 4x6 sheet.

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Digital Upload Checklist

  • Use a recent color photo taken in the last 6 months.
  • Keep a plain white or off-white background with even lighting and no strong shadows.
  • Center your face in full front view with a neutral expression and both eyes visible.
  • Use a square image with sufficient resolution for online upload.
  • Avoid filters, heavy retouching, and any edits that change your appearance.

Upload Your Photo

Upload your photo and we will format it to U.S. passport standards for online renewal. You will receive a digital 2x2 photo plus a printable 4x6 sheet.

Common Online Upload Issues

Most upload problems come from background, framing, or image quality. Fix these first before retrying.

  • Background appears gray, textured, or uneven.
  • Face is too close, too far, or tilted off-center.
  • Shadows cover part of the face or background.
  • Image is too blurry, too compressed, or over-sharpened.
  • Expression, eye visibility, or framing does not meet requirements.

We tune crop, background, and composition to match U.S. passport photo standards before final delivery.

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