What size photo is required for a US Green Card?

USCIS requires a 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photo, the same as US passport and visa photos.

Is the Green Card photo the same as the US passport photo?

Yes. Both require the same 2×2 inch format with a plain white background.

Can I use this for USCIS Form I-485?

Yes. Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence) requires a 2×2 inch USCIS-compliant photo.

What is the face oval guide?

The oval overlay shows the ideal face position in the frame. Zoom in or out until your face fits inside the oval — this ensures your face occupies the correct proportion of the photo.

What does Center Face do?

It automatically detects your face and centers the frame around it. Click it after uploading for the best starting position.

What does Straighten do?

It detects the angle of your eyes and rotates the image so they are perfectly level — useful for photos taken at a slight tilt.

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US Permanent Resident (Green Card) applications require a 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photo with a white background — the same standard as US passport photos. This free tool crops and resizes your photo to meet USCIS requirements — on your device.

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2×2 in (50.8×50.8 mm), white background

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Photo Requirements

Size: 2×2 inches (51×51mm)
Resolution: 300 DPI minimum
Background: plain white
Format: JPEG, recent photo taken within 30 days
Full face, neutral expression

How to Use This Tool

Upload a front-facing photo with good lighting.
Zoom and move in until the face oval guide aligns with your face.
Click Center Face to auto-position the crop, then Straighten to level your eyes.
Click Apply, then optionally Remove Background for a clean white backdrop.
Download your USCIS-ready Green Card photo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What size photo is required for a US Green Card?: USCIS requires a 2×2 inch (51×51mm) photo, the same as US passport and visa photos.
Is the Green Card photo the same as the US passport photo?: Yes. Both require the same 2×2 inch format with a plain white background.
Can I use this for USCIS Form I-485?: Yes. Form I-485 (Application to Register Permanent Residence) requires a 2×2 inch USCIS-compliant photo.
What is the face oval guide?: The oval overlay shows the ideal face position in the frame. Zoom in or out until your face fits inside the oval — this ensures your face occupies the correct proportion of the photo.
What does Center Face do?: It automatically detects your face and centers the frame around it. Click it after uploading for the best starting position.
What does Straighten do?: It detects the angle of your eyes and rotates the image so they are perfectly level — useful for photos taken at a slight tilt.

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