Choose a recent photo
Use a color photo taken in the last six months, facing the camera against a plain white or off-white background.
For U.S. online passport renewal
Check your passport photo before you submit it.
FixMyPassportPhoto checks a digital photo against published U.S. Department of State requirements and prepares a square, correctly sized JPG in your browser.
One-time purchase
$4.99
Free photo check. Pay only to download the prepared digital file and printable sheet.
Your passport photo is processed locally in your browser and is not uploaded to our server.
How it works
Review the checks
The tool reviews file size, face position, eye visibility, sharpness, lighting and background conditions.
Download your file
After payment, download the prepared square JPG and a printable 4×6 sheet.
What the service checks
- Accepted digital file format and file size
- One visible face, looking directly at the camera
- Open, visible eyes and a level head position
- Image sharpness and even facial lighting
- Plain white or off-white background
Frequently asked questions
Is this an official government service?
No. FixMyPassportPhoto is an independent software service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of State.
Do you guarantee that my photo will be accepted?
No. We check against published requirements, but only the U.S. Department of State can accept or reject a passport photo.
Do you keep my passport photo?
No. Photo processing takes place in your browser. We do not upload the image to our server.
What if I am not satisfied?
Contact us within 14 days of purchase for a full refund. See the Refund Policy for details.