US DS-160 (Visa) Photo Size
Online US Visa Application DS-160. Square photo (600x600px up to 1200x1200px), under 240 KB limit, white background.
Reviewed by Jaspal Kumar, easyPhoto developer
Verified 8 Jun 2026US Dept. of State photo requirements
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- File size
- under 240 KB
- Dimensions
- 600×600 px
- Aspect
- Square (1:1)
- Background
- White
Signature requirement
No separate signature upload is specified for this form. Check the official notification.
Application-specific notes for US DS-160
- The Department of State describes a square digital image from 600 x 600 through 1200 x 1200 pixels. This preset exports the published 600 x 600 minimum rather than stretching a rectangular passport crop; start from the original photograph and crop equally around the face.
- The digital file ceiling is 240 KB. That is a maximum, not a requested target, so there is no benefit in inflating a clear smaller JPEG merely to approach the cap. Inspect the final square image after compression and keep the original available if the form asks for a replacement.
- This record is for the photograph uploaded inside the DS-160 nonimmigrant-visa form. A printed photograph requested for an interview or a different US immigration process is a separate submission step; follow the instructions attached to that route instead of assuming the digital-file rule covers it.
- The white-background rule and square canvas are independent checks. Replacing the background does not make a rectangular file compliant, and resizing a rectangle to 600 x 600 would distort the face. Crop to a square first, then export within the stated byte ceiling.
About this exam
The DS-160 is the online nonimmigrant visa application form for the United States; the photo is uploaded directly within the form on the US Department of State's travel.state.gov portal.
Prepare your US DS-160 photo to the selected stored target
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US DS-160 requirements
Verified 8 Jun 2026 · US Dept. of State photo requirements.Official source
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Before you upload
Read the passport and visa photo sizes by country.
What to check before submitting US DS-160 files
- File size falls outside the published band.
- Photo does not match the stored pixel canvas or aspect ratio.
- Photo is blurry or too low-contrast to review clearly.
Specs can change between notification cycles — always confirm the current limit on the official portal before submitting.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the photo size for the US DS-160 (Visa) application?
The stored US DS-160 (Visa) target is under 240 KB, around 600×600 px. This tool resizes and compresses a prepared photo to that target; confirm the active form before submitting.
How do I resize my photo to under 240 KB for US DS-160 (Visa)?
Upload your photo and the tool compresses it to the stored US DS-160 (Visa) target and applies the recorded dimensions. Everything runs in your browser.
What should I check before submitting US DS-160 (Visa) files?
Compare the exported photo with the stored under 240 KB bands, recorded geometry, a background that does not match White, then inspect the image for blur and low contrast. Confirm every stored value against the active form; the tool cannot predict acceptance.
Is this US DS-160 (Visa) resizer free and private?
Yes — free, no watermark, no sign-up, and your photo never leaves your device. All processing happens in your browser.
Where can I confirm the official US DS-160 (Visa) requirements?
Always verify the current limits on the official source (US Dept. of State photo requirements) before submitting, as requirements can change between notification cycles.