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US work permit (EAD, Form I-765) photo maker
Turn a phone photo into a US work permit (EAD, Form I-765) photo that meets the official size rules. You get a 4×6 print sheet. Free, and your photo never leaves your device.
2026Official rules
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Background: Plain white or off-white. No shadows, textures or objects.
Official US work permit (EAD, Form I-765) photo requirements
| Photos needed | 2 identical colour passport-style photos, taken recently |
|---|---|
| Size | 2 × 2 inches, full face, frontal view |
| Head height | 1 to 1-3/8 inches, from the top of the hair to the bottom of the chin |
| Eye height | 1-1/8 to 1-3/8 inches from the top of the eyes to the bottom of the photo |
| Background | White to off-white |
| Paper | Thin paper with a glossy finish; unmounted and unretouched |
| Head covering | Head must be bare unless your religious denomination requires headwear |
| Labelling | Lightly print your name and A-Number (if any) on the back in pencil or felt pen |
Last checked against the official sources on 29 October 2026: USCIS: Instructions for Form I-765 (edition 08/21/25), "Photographs"
How to take a good photo with your phone
- Stand about 1 metre (3 feet) in front of a plain, light-coloured wall.
- Face a window or use even light, so there are no shadows on your face or the wall.
- Ask someone to take the photo at eye level. Avoid selfies; they distort your face.
- Look straight at the camera with a neutral expression, eyes open and mouth closed.
- Check the glasses rule in the table below; if in doubt, take them off. Keep hair away from your eyes.
- Upload the photo above, check it lines up with the guides, and download.
Common questions
Is my photo uploaded anywhere?
No. The face detection and cropping run inside your browser. Your photo is never sent to a server.
How do I print the photos?
Download the 4×6 print sheet and print it as a standard 4×6 inch (10×15 cm) photo at any photo shop or pharmacy. If you print at home, choose "actual size" or 100%, not "fit to page". Cut along the grey lines.