Located inside Offline Studios at 63 McCaul St in downtown Toronto, our dedicated photo station uses
professional-grade lighting and a calibrated camera to ensure your US visa photo meets every requirement
set by the US Department of State and USCIS — 2″ × 2″ size, white background, correct exposure, no shadows.
No phone cameras. No drugstore booths. A real photographer who gets it right the first time.
How It Works
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Walk In or Book
No appointment needed. Walk in any time during business hours, or book online to skip the wait.
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We Take Your Photo
Our photographer positions you correctly, adjusts lighting, and takes the shot — usually in under 5 minutes.
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Ready in 10 Minutes
Printed photos and a digital copy are ready in about 10 minutes. Walk out with everything you need.
Get Your US Visa Photos
Professional photos that meet every US Department of State and USCIS requirement.
Guaranteed acceptance — or we retake them free of charge.
The US Department of State and USCIS share the same photo specification for all visa and immigration applications. Our studio produces photos that meet every technical requirement — no rejections, no retakes at the consulate.
Size: 2″ × 2″ (51 × 51 mm) — printed on photo-quality paper
Background: Plain white or off-white, no shadows, no patterns
Face: Full front view, neutral expression, mouth closed, eyes open and clearly visible
Head size: Head must be between 1″ and 1⅜″ (25–35 mm) from chin to top of head
No glasses: Eyeglasses are no longer accepted in US visa and passport photos
Lighting: Even, no glare, no shadows on face or background
Recency: Taken within the last 6 months, reflecting current appearance
Attire: No uniforms, no white clothing; head coverings only for religious reasons
Near you in Toronto: We're centrally located in the downtown core, making us easy to reach from
the Annex, Kensington Market, Chinatown, Queen West, Financial District, and University of Toronto campus.
Most clients arrive, get their US visa photos, and leave within 15 minutes.
All US Visa Types Covered
Whether you're applying for a tourist visa, a student visa, a work visa, or a green card, the photo requirements are the same — and we know them inside out. We produce photos that meet every US Department of State and USCIS specification.
B1 / B2 Visitor Visa
Business travel and tourism — the most common US visa type.
F1 Student Visa
Full-time academic study at a US college or university.
H1B Work Visa
Specialty occupation employment sponsored by a US employer.
J1 Exchange Visitor Visa
Cultural and educational exchange programs, internships, and research.
K1 Fiancé(e) Visa
For fiancé(e)s of US citizens intending to marry and reside in the US.
Green Card (Permanent Residence)
USCIS Form I-485 and immigrant visa applications.
L1 Intracompany Transfer
Managers and executives transferring within a multinational company.
O1 Extraordinary Ability
Individuals with extraordinary ability in arts, sciences, business, or athletics.
M1 Vocational Student Visa
Non-academic or vocational study and training programs.
All Other US Visa Categories
TN, E1/E2, R1, P1, and any other US visa or USCIS application.
Get Your US Visa Photos
Professional photos that meet every US Department of State and USCIS requirement.
Guaranteed acceptance — or we retake them free of charge.
