US Visa Photo — 600×600 Pixels (DS-160)
The DS-160 visa application rejects photos that aren't a perfect square between 600×600 and 1200×1200 pixels, in JPEG format, at 240KB or less. That exact combination trips up thousands of applicants at the final upload step. This tool crops to the square, sizes the file under 240KB, and confirms the spec before you download — done in one pass, on your own device, which matters when the photo is going on a government application.
100% private — this tool runs in your browser. Your image is never uploaded to any server.
US Visa Photo — 600×600 Pixels (DS-160) — specification
| Dimensions | 600×600 to 1200×1200 px, perfectly square |
|---|---|
| File size | 240 KB maximum |
| Format | JPEG (.jpg), 24-bit color |
| Content | Head 50–69% of image height, white background, taken within 6 months |
| Compression ratio | ≤ 20:1 (this tool's output complies) |
How to use this tool
- Select the preset that matches your form, then tap the drop area and choose your image (or drag it in).
- The tool processes the file instantly on your device — quality is tuned automatically to meet the target.
- Check the spec strip: a green ✓ stamp means the file meets the requirement.
- Tap Download and upload the file to your form.
Frequently asked questions
Why does the DS-160 keep rejecting my photo?
The upload validator checks dimensions (must be square, 600–1200px), file size (240KB max), and format (JPEG) before the quality review. A photo that fails any one bounces immediately — this tool fixes all three. Content rules like head size and background are judged later by a human, so start from a compliant photo.
Is the visa photo the same as the passport photo?
Same content rules (white background, neutral expression, 6-month freshness), different delivery: the visa wants a 600×600 digital square, while a passport book application traditionally wants a printed 2×2. Our 2×2 page handles the print version.
Can I wear glasses in a US visa photo?
No — glasses have not been allowed in US visa photos since 2016, except with a signed medical statement. Remove them before shooting.