Green Card Photo Resizer (2 × 2 Inch)
Resize your photo to the required 2 × 2 inch (600 × 600 pixels) format for a US Green Card application. Check the latest USCIS photo requirements before using your photo for submission.
Drag the photo to position it
- Output size600 × 600 px (2 × 2 in, 51 × 51 mm)
- FormatJPG
Important: check before you print
Since 12 December 2025, USCIS no longer accepts photos that applicants take or print themselves for its cards and documents. It takes your photo at a biometrics appointment, or reuses one it took in the last 3 years. Forms I-485, N-400, N-600 and I-90 always need a new photo at the appointment. Some form instructions and checklists still list two passport-style photos, so follow the current instructions for your form on uscis.gov. If they still ask for photos, the specs below apply.
Green card photo requirements
When USCIS instructions ask for photos with a green card application, they ask for two identical 2 × 2 inch passport-style colour photos on a white to off-white background.
| Requirement | Rule |
|---|---|
| Photo size | 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm), printed |
| Colour | Colour photo, full face, front view |
| Background | White to off-white |
| Head size | 1 to 1 3/8 inches (25 to 35 mm) from chin to top of head, about 50 to 69% of the image height |
| How recent | Form instructions have asked for photos taken within 30 days of filing |
| How many | Two identical photos, when the instructions ask for them |
| Digital version | 600 × 600 px JPG from this tool prints at 2 × 2 inches at 300 DPI |
Sources: USCIS Policy Alert PA-2025-29 (12 December 2025) and USCIS form instructions and checklists. Summarised November 2026. Rules can change, so check the official page before you apply.
How to avoid a rejected photo
- Use a plain white or off-white background with no shadows or patterns.
- Face the camera straight on with a neutral expression and both eyes open.
- Take off glasses. They are no longer allowed except in rare medical cases.
- No hat or head covering unless worn daily for religion, with your full face visible.
- Do not use filters, beauty modes or AI edits. Altered photos are rejected.
- Lightly write your name and A-Number (if you have one) on the back in pencil, as USCIS instructions ask.
- For a print, print the JPG at exactly 2 × 2 inches on photo paper. Turn off "fit to page" or scaling.
Why Use IHateResizing for Green Card Photos?
Resize your Green Card photo online for free, with no signup or uploads.
Made for 2 × 2 Inch Green Card Photos
Resize your photo to 600 × 600 pixels in JPG format, suitable for a standard 2 × 2 inch photo at 300 DPI.
Private Photo Processing
Your image is processed locally in your browser, not sent to an online server.
Know Your File Details
Check the image dimensions and file size before saving the final JPG.
Supports Popular Image Formats
Start with JPG, PNG, WEBP or HEIC photos from your phone or computer.
No Extra Steps or Costs
Resize and download your photo for free. No account, watermark or daily limits.
How to make a Green Card photo
Three quick steps to get a photo at the right size.
Upload a recent photo
Use a front-facing colour photo against a plain white or off-white wall, taken in the last 6 months.
Frame your head
Drag and zoom so your head sits centred, filling about half to two thirds of the square from chin to top of head.
Download the JPG
Download the 600 × 600 px JPG and print it at 2 × 2 inches.
Green Card Photo Resizer FAQ
Quick answers about the Green Card Photo Resizer tool.
What is the required photo size for a US Green Card application?
The standard passport-style photo size is 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm). However, check your USCIS form instructions to confirm whether printed photos are required.
What is the correct Green Card photo size in pixels?
There is no universal pixel requirement for every Green Card application. If you are scanning a 2 × 2 inch photo at 300 DPI, the image will be 600 × 600 pixels.
Can I use a 2 × 2 inch passport photo for a Green Card application?
Yes. A 2 × 2 inch passport-style photo meets the standard size requirement when your application instructions request printed photos.
What background is required for a Green Card photo?
Use a plain white or off-white background. Make sure there are no shadows, patterns or objects behind you.
Can I resize my existing photo for a Green Card application?
Yes. You can resize and crop an existing photo to the required dimensions. However, resizing cannot fix poor lighting, incorrect positioning or an unsuitable background.
Can I use a selfie for my Green Card photo?
It is better to have someone take your photo. Make sure the image is sharp, properly lit and shows your full face directly facing the camera.
Are glasses allowed in Green Card photos?
Generally, no. USCIS follows passport-style photo standards that do not allow eyeglasses in most cases.
Can I wear a head covering in my Green Card photo?
Head coverings are generally not allowed unless worn daily for religious reasons. Your full face must remain visible without shadows.
Does USCIS accept digital Green Card photos?
It depends on your application and filing instructions. Some applications require printed photographs, while others may request digital images.
Will USCIS take my photo during the biometrics appointment?
In many cases, yes. USCIS collects photographs and fingerprints during biometrics appointments. However, some applications still require passport-style photos with the initial filing.
Can I use the same photo for a Green Card application and DV Lottery entry?
Not necessarily. The DV Lottery has specific digital photo requirements, including 600 × 600 pixels and a maximum file size of 240 KB. Follow the separate requirements for each application.
How do I make my Green Card photo meet USCIS requirements?
Use a recent colour photo with a white background, face the camera directly and maintain a neutral expression. Resize it to 2 × 2 inches if your application requires printed photos.
Do I still need to send photos with Form I-485?
Since 12 December 2025 USCIS takes the photo used on your green card at the biometrics appointment, and Form I-485 always needs a new photo there. The I-485 checklist has listed two passport-style photos, so follow the current instructions on uscis.gov for your filing.