Taking a passport photo for a baby is tricky — but doable at home. Here's exactly how, with the official US requirements.
Create Your Baby's Passport PhotoBabies and newborns must follow the same US State Department photo rules as adults — including the 2×2 inch size and white background. However, there are a few exceptions for infants:
2 × 2 inches — same as adults
Both eyes open — but babies often close their eyes, so patience is key
White or off-white — no car seats, hands, or objects visible
No adult hands visible in the photo — even if needed for support
Neutral is ideal — but babies naturally vary. Eyes open is the priority.
Regular baby clothing — no uniforms or adult clothes
Upload your best shot and PassportSnap handles the crop, resize, and background correction automatically.
Try PassportSnap FreeLay a plain white sheet or blanket flat on the floor. This becomes your background. Photograph from directly above.
Take many photos in quick succession. Wait for a moment when both eyes are open — even partially is okay.
No adult hands should be visible. If you need to support baby's head, angle your hand so it's cropped out.
Photograph near a window for soft, even lighting. Avoid flash which can create shadows or red-eye.
We crop, resize, and check the background — adjusting if needed so only the baby's face is visible on white.
Download a print-ready 4×6 sheet with two 2×2 inch photos ready to cut and submit.
Getting a newborn to a photo store is stressful — do it from home.
We can clean up a slightly off-white background so it meets State Department specs.
Accepted by the US State Department or we'll refund you.
Upload, process, and download — much faster than a pharmacy trip.