What is the size of the photos uploaded to AOL DS-160? Do photos need to be compressed?

The photo size requirement is a white background photo taken in the past six months and an electronic version, the size is 51mmX51mm. If the photo is too large, it needs to be compressed.

When applying online, you need to upload a photo that meets the size requirements in order to complete and submit Form DS-160. You also need to bring this photo with you on the day of your interview at the embassy.

US visa photos must meet specific size and content requirements. Submitting photos that do not meet the standards will delay the visa application process. Generally speaking, the U.S. visa photo size requirement is an electronic version of a 2*2 inch (approximately 51mm*51mm) square photo, and the background is preferably pure white or off-white.

The head (from the top of the head to the chin) is between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches (i.e. 25 mm to 35 mm), and the distance from the eyes to the bottom of the photo is 1 1/8 inches to 1 and 3/8 inches. (i.e. 28mm to 35mm). It can be a color or black and white photo with a white or light background, without borders, and needs to be stapled or affixed to the DS-156 Non-immigrant Visa Application Form.

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Things to note are as follows:

1. Include a complete frontal face in the viewfinder and keep both eyes open.

2. The head is located in the center of the viewfinder.

3. When taking photos, you should use pure white or off-white as the background.

4. Adjust the position of the subject and adjust the light to ensure that there are no shadows on the face or background.

5. Ensure that the subject’s expression is natural.

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