2x2 ID photo requirements
| Photo size | 2 × 2 in (5.08 × 5.08 cm) |
|---|---|
| Head height (chin to top of hair) | 25–35 mm |
| Background | white |
| Glasses | best removed; glare on lenses is a common reason ID photos are refused |
| Digital file | 600×600 px (minimum) |
| Taking it yourself | Allowed |
2 × 2 inch (5.08 × 5.08 cm) ID picture for school, work and agency forms, framed like a passport photo: head and top of shoulders, plain white background. A 4×6 (4R) print sheet holds 6.
General-purpose size with standard ID-photo framing. If the office asking for it lists its own rules, follow those. Rules change; confirm with the issuing authority before you submit.
Tips for a photo that passes
- Face the camera straight on with a neutral expression, mouth closed and both eyes open.
- Stand about 50 cm (20 in) in front of a plain wall and face a window for soft, even light, so there are no shadows on your face or behind you.
- Have someone else take the photo at eye level from about 1.2 m (4 ft), rather than a close-up selfie that distorts features.
- Glasses may be allowed, but glare is a common rejection reason; removing them is safest. No hats or head coverings unless worn daily for religious or medical reasons.
- Keep hair away from your eyes and make sure the top of your head and your chin are both visible.
How to make your 2x2 ID photo here
- Upload or take a photo using the tool above.
- We detect your face, scale your head to 25–35 mm, center it and replace the background with white.
- Check the green guide lines, fine-tune if needed, and download your digital file and 4×6 print sheet.