Passport Photo Maker

Create passport and ID photos to official sizes. Auto face detection centers the crop, optional background removal replaces the backdrop with white. Face detection and cropping run in your browser. Background removal is processed on our server and your photo is deleted immediately after.

600+ passport photos created

Only upload a photo you have the right to use. If someone else is in it, you need their consent. This tool never identifies anyone and never estimates age, gender or emotion — Terms.

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Auto Face Detection

AI face detection centers the crop on your face automatically, ensuring proper head positioning per official guidelines. Supports front-facing photos with clear facial features.

Country Presets

One-click presets for US (2×2″), EU (35×45mm), UK, and Canada (50×70mm) passport sizes. All output at 300 DPI for print-ready quality. Custom dimensions available.

100% Private

Face detection and cropping run locally in your browser. If background removal is enabled, the cropped photo is sent to our AI server and deleted immediately after processing. Nothing is stored or shared.

Official passport photo sizes by country

Every country specifies exact passport photo dimensions. The United States requires 2×2 inches (51×51 mm), output here as 600×600 pixels at 300 DPI. The European Union, United Kingdom, and India use 35×45 mm (413×531 px). Canada requires 50×70 mm (591×827 px). All presets output at 300 DPI — the minimum for professional photo printing. For photos going to screens only, 150 DPI suffices. If you need to verify whether your final image meets specific DPI requirements, run it through the DPI Checker. To confirm dimensions are correct before submission, use the Image Resizer.

How face detection works

The tool uses a neural-network face detector (TinyFaceDetector) that runs entirely in your browser. It finds the face bounding box and 68 facial landmarks, then calculates the crop region so the head is positioned according to passport photo guidelines — face centered horizontally, head occupying roughly 60–70% of the frame height, with adequate space above the crown. If no face is detected (side profile, sunglasses, extreme angle), the crop falls back to center framing. For best results, use a well-lit, front-facing photo against a plain background. The same detection model powers the Face Analyzer and Face Blur tools.

Background removal for passport photos

Most passport agencies require a plain white or light gray background. The optional background removal uses an AI segmentation model that separates the person from the scene, then composites them onto a solid white backdrop. This works best when the original background is relatively uniform. Complex backgrounds (outdoor scenes, patterned walls) may leave artifacts around hair edges. For a cleaner result, start with a photo taken against a plain wall. If you only need background removal without the passport crop, use the standalone Background Remover. To check image quality before submission, try the Quality Analyzer.

Printing your passport photo

The "4×6 Print Sheet" button tiles multiple copies of your passport photo onto a standard 4×6 inch (10×15 cm) print — the most common drugstore print size. Take this file to any photo printing service (CVS, Walgreens, Boots, local print shop) and print it on glossy or matte photo paper. Cut along the edges to get individual passport photos. For US passports, a 4×6 sheet fits 6 copies of the 2×2 inch photo. This costs under $0.50 total versus $10–15 at a passport photo booth. To verify print readiness, check the output with the Print Readiness Scanner. For stripping metadata before sharing the file, use the EXIF Remover. Learn how the face detection model works in our face detection explainer. For general print preparation tips, read the print readiness guide. Explore all 88 image tools.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make a passport photo at home?

Take a front-facing photo against a plain light-colored wall with even lighting. Upload it here, select your country preset (US 2×2 inch, EU 35×45mm, etc.), and click Generate. The tool auto-detects your face, centers the crop, and optionally removes the background. Download the result and print it at any photo printing service on a 4×6 inch sheet for under $0.50.

What size is a US passport photo?

US passport photos are exactly 2×2 inches (51×51mm). The head must be between 1 and 1-3/8 inches (25–35mm) from chin to crown. The tool outputs at 600×600 pixels at 300 DPI, which matches the US Department of State requirements. The face detection auto-positions the head within the correct proportional range.

Does the tool accept photos with backgrounds?

Yes. The optional background removal feature uses AI to replace any background with solid white — the standard requirement for most passport agencies. The AI processes your photo on our server in a few seconds, then deletes it immediately. For best results, start with a photo taken against a uniform, uncluttered background. Toggle the checkbox off if your photo already has a white background.

What is the 4×6 print sheet?

The print sheet tiles multiple copies of your passport photo onto a standard 4×6 inch (10×15cm) layout — the cheapest print size at drugstores and photo shops. For US 2×2 inch photos, you get 6 copies per sheet. Take the downloaded file to any print service, print on photo paper, and cut. Total cost is typically $0.25–0.50 versus $10–15 at a passport photo booth.

Is my photo uploaded to a server?

Face detection, cropping, and print sheet generation run locally in your browser — your photo stays on your device for those steps. If you enable background removal, the cropped photo is sent to our AI server for processing and deleted immediately after. The original full-resolution photo is never stored. If you keep background removal off, nothing leaves your device at all.

What if no face is detected?

If the face detector cannot find a face (side profile, heavy sunglasses, very dark image, or extreme angle), the tool falls back to center-crop mode — it crops the middle of the image at the selected aspect ratio. For best results, use a well-lit, front-facing photo with both eyes visible and no head coverings obscuring the face outline.