Passports · Travel Visas · Photos
Passport & Visa Photo Service
Skip the trip to the pharmacy. Take a photo with your phone and we’ll turn it into a passport or visa photo that meets the official requirements.
Per applicant$15
Why use it
Avoid photo problems
An invalid photo is one of the most common reasons for visa delays and rejections.
No delays
Avoid visa delays or rejections caused by a photo that doesn’t meet the requirements.
Use your phone
No trips to a pharmacy or department store. A phone photo that meets the basic criteria is all we need.
We do the rest
We prepare your photo and handle the rest of your visa processing.
Photo requirements
Taking your photo
- Taken within the last 6 months
- Plain white background, with no background light or shadows
- Head and face straight on and centered, with the tops of your shoulders and your ears visible
- Neutral expression, eyes open and mouth closed
- No eyeglasses, jewelry or headwear (except for religious purposes)
- Don’t wear a white shirt

Examples of acceptable and unacceptable photos
How it works
Two simple steps
- Place your order. Order your visa online and add the photo service. Order online →
- Email your photo. Send your photo to support@visaexpress.com with your order number.
Questions? Call customer service at 1-800-884-7579.
Ready to go?
Start your order online in a few minutes, or call us and we’ll walk you through it.