To obtain a US passport for a baby, a passport photo is required. This photo must meet specific requirements set by the US Department of State. Here are the guidelines for a baby passport photo:

- The photo must be a color photograph.

- The photo must be taken within the past six months.

- The photo must be 2x2 inches in size.

- The baby must be facing the camera directly with eyes open and mouth closed.

- The baby's head must be in the center of the photo with a neutral expression.

- The baby must be alone in the photo with no toys or other people visible.

To achieve the best results for a baby passport photo, it is recommended to lay the baby on their back on a white or off-white blanket or sheet. The photographer should stand directly above the baby to capture the photo with the baby's face centered in the frame. It is important to make sure there are no shadows on the baby's face and that the lighting is even.

After taking the photo, make baby passport photos on our website. Just upload photo, crop photo and you will get multiple passport photos with correct size on a 4R sheet and a digital photo for online submission.

Usually baby passport photo requirements are not so strict. If you manage to meet the passport photo requirements above, you will get acceptable baby passport photos.

Once the baby passport photo is taken, make sure to print it on high-quality photo paper with a matte or glossy finish. The photo should not be retouched or altered in any way. It is important to submit the original photo with the passport application.

In summary, obtaining a baby passport photo for a US passport requires following specific guidelines regarding size, expression, and background. By following these guidelines, you can ensure that your baby's passport photo is accepted by the US Department of State.

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How to take passport photo in 5 steps?

Step 1: Use a digital camera or a smartphone to take a photo

Find someone to take the photo for you and selfie photo is not acceptable for passport photo application. If you have a tripod, use it. A tripod will make it easier to keep the camera steady and level. The distance of the person to the camera should be around 1 meter.

Step 2: Find a venue with good lighting

When taking photo, you should face the light, such as a nice bright window or the door. This can provide even lighting to avoid shadows on the face and background. The face must be evenly lit. There should be no shadows and glares on the face.

Note: No need to worry about the background as our online passport photo generator will automatically remove or change the background for you.

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Step 3: Wear properly for your passport photo

Do not wear uniforms. Wear regular street clothes in your photo.

Do not wear eyeglasses. If you wear glasses, sunglasses, or tinted glasses, take them off for your passport photo.

Your face must still be fully visible. Don’t let your hair drape over your face and obscure your eyes. If you have very long bangs that cover your eyebrows, you should pin them back with bobby pins. It’s best if your ears show, as well, but that won’t cause your photo to be rejected.

No hats are allowed in passport photos unless it is religious headgear such as a headscarf or yarmulke that you wear every day.

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