US Passport Renewal Photo
United States · 51×51mm · checked against the official spec before you download.
Official requirements — US Passport Renewal
- Same 2 × 2 inch spec as a new passport
- Must be taken within the last 6 months — old photos are rejected
- White/off-white background, neutral expression
Source: official guidance. Verified quarterly.
FAQ
Is the renewal photo different from a new passport photo?
The technical spec is identical. The only difference is that renewals by mail (Form DS-82) require one photo instead of two.
Drugstore
$16.99/visit
- ✗ Drive, wait in line
- ✗ No digital file for online renewal
- ✗ Retakes cost full price
- ✗ A clerk eyeballs compliance
The old way
Single photo
$6.95one-time
- ✓ Digital file + 4×6 print sheet
- ✓ Unlimited retakes on this photo
- ✓ 2026-rule-safe processing
- ✓ Money-back if rejected
Checkout opens at launch
BEST VALUE — UNLIMITED
Family Pass
$3.99/month
or $39/year — cancel anytime
- ✓ Unlimited photos, every document
- ✓ Whole household — partner & kids
- ✓ Every visa & ID type, all countries
- ✓ Priority human re-check included
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