Passport Photo Size in Pixels and Inches
Calculate pixels for a 2×2-inch US passport photo while checking the official rules for the country and application you are using.
US passport photo example (2×2 inch) pixel calculator
US passport photo example (2×2 inch) · 1.0000:1 aspect ratio
US passport photo example (2×2 inch) pixels by DPI
| Resolution | Pixel dimensions | Approx. megapixels |
|---|---|---|
| 72 DPI | 144 × 144 px | 0.02 MP |
| 96 DPI | 192 × 192 px | 0.04 MP |
| 150 DPI | 300 × 300 px | 0.09 MP |
| 240 DPI | 480 × 480 px | 0.23 MP |
| 300 DPI | 600 × 600 px | 0.36 MP |
DPI here means pixels supplied per printed inch. It does not change the file until you resample or export it. Ask the printer whether bleed is required; bleed adds image beyond the final trim size.
Choose a useful print resolution
300 DPI is a strong target for close-viewed photos. 240 DPI is often a practical high-quality alternative, while 150 DPI may be sufficient for a larger print viewed farther away. A low-detail source does not become sharper merely by entering a higher DPI value.
Inspect the original pixel dimensions, calculate the available DPI, then crop to the 1:1 shape without stretching. Use the full print size and DPI calculator for custom units and dimensions.
Crop, bleed and orientation
A source with another aspect ratio must either be cropped or fitted with borders. Protect faces and text from both the crop and the printer's trim tolerance. Width and height can be swapped for landscape orientation without changing the required pixel count.
Important: passport rules are country- and application-specific. The 2×2-inch calculation here is a US example, not a universal passport standard. Confirm background, head size, age and submission rules on the official U.S. Department of State photo page or your issuing authority.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a fixed requirement?
No. It is a calculation or planning reference. Confirm the current destination, device, printer or platform before final delivery.
Will changing dimensions improve quality?
Not by itself. Resizing can discard or interpolate pixels; it cannot recreate genuine detail that was never captured.
Does AspectRatioZ upload my files?
No. The linked calculators process dimensions and selected images locally in your browser unless a page explicitly says otherwise.