Will your DS-160 photo be rejected?
Most consulate rejections are for the photo, not the form. Upload yours for a free AI check before you submit.
Your photo is not stored. It is sent to an AI model for this check and then discarded.
DS-160 photo requirements
- Plain white or off-white background, no patterns
- Head 50–69% of frame height, centered
- Eyes open, looking at camera, neutral expression
- No glasses, hats, or shadows on face
- Sharp focus, taken within last 6 months
Checks are based on the official U.S. Department of State photo requirements: travel.state.gov — Photo requirements