U.S. FEDERAL REQUIREMENT
U.S. Immigrant Visa Photo Requirements (DS-260)
Printed photo requirements for DS-260 immigrant visa interviews and official source links.
Bring two identical printed photos.
Sources reviewed: October 11, 2026
What to prepare
Bring two identical printed photos.
Applicants using DS-260 must provide two identical printed photos at the visa interview. A biometric photo taken during consular processing is separate.
- Two identical photos, each 2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm).
- Printed on photo-quality paper.
- Color, taken within six months, white or off-white background, full-face view.
- Follow the assigned embassy or consulate instructions.
Official laws, regulations, and agency instructions
Check your application
Instructions can depend on the exact application path. Confirm the agency’s current requirements before preparing a photo.
Open the photo checker