How to Make a Passport Photo Online — Free Step-by-Step Guide

Getting a passport photo taken at a pharmacy or photo studio costs $10-20. But you can make a compliant passport photo at home using just your phone and a free AI tool. Here's exactly how.

Passport Photo Requirements (US)\n\n- Size: 2x2 inches (51x51mm)\n- Background: Plain white or off-white\n- Face: Centered, looking straight at camera\n- Expression: Neutral or natural smile\n- Lighting: Even, no shadows on face\n- Glasses: Not allowed (since 2016)

Step 1: Take the Photo\n\nStand against a plain white wall. Use natural light from a window (face the window, not away from it). Have someone else take the photo from about 4 feet away. Hold your phone at eye level.\n\nTips for a great passport photo:\n- Wear a dark-colored shirt (contrasts with white background)\n- Pull hair back from your face\n- Ensure both ears are visible\n- No heavy makeup

Step 2: Remove the Background\n\nGo to pixelforgeai.club/tools/remove-bg and upload your photo. The AI will automatically detect you and remove the background, giving you a transparent PNG. This handles walls that aren't perfectly white and removes shadows behind you.

Step 3: Resize\n\nUse pixelforgeai.club/tools/resize to set the exact dimensions. For US passports, you need 600x600 pixels (at 300 DPI this equals 2x2 inches).\n\n### Step 4: Place on White Background\n\nOpen the resized transparent PNG in any image editor (even Preview on Mac or Paint on Windows) and set a white background. Save as JPG.\n\n### Step 5: Print\n\nPrint at 300 DPI on glossy or matte photo paper. Most copy shops can print a 4x6 sheet with multiple passport photos for about $0.30.\n\nTotal cost: $0.30 for printing vs. $15+ at a photo studio. The AI tools are completely free.