Source watch: official US passport photo examples

What to check

Official-source watch, checked 7 September 2026. This note points to an existing official guide; it does not announce a new policy or effective date.

Prepare and compare

The US passport photo guide specifies a printed square photo of 2 × 2 inches. Correct dimensions alone do not prove acceptable composition, lighting or a current likeness. A visa upload and an online passport renewal can have distinct digital requirements.

Before you travel

Before you travel: Tourism with an ordinary passport only. No paid work. Border admission and other entry conditions still apply. Read all nationality-specific notes on the official page before booking.

Editorial source check: 7 September 2026. This is not the policy’s effective date.