Trusted by thousands of visa applicants since 2006 AD.
Get your US visa photo done right - the first time.
Don’t risk delays or rejections due to photo errors. At Newlook Multipurpose Photo Studio, we provide high-quality US visa photos that meet the latest 2025 U.S. Embassy rules - with digital and printed formats ready on the spot.
Whether you're applying for a DV Lottery, student visa, B1/B2, DS-160 for a U.S. visa, or any other category, we’ll make sure your photo meets every requirement.
2x2 inch size as per the official US visa photo guideline
White/off-white background with professional studio lighting
Digital copy (JPEG format under 240KB) – delivered via WhatsApp or email
Printed copies available instantly
Soft-copy prepared for online visa form uploads
Instant photo service is available for your hassle-free interview day
Open till 9 PM for your convenience – even for last-minute needs
Expert support from photographers trained in US Embassy photo standards
Friendly walk-in service with quick turnaround
While the core specifications remain the same, here are noteworthy clarifications or technical expectations updated recently:
Digital Photo Clarity Standards Are Stricter:
The JPEG file must be less than 240KB, but no compromise on sharpness or lighting.
Poor-quality compression may now lead to rejection.
No Glasses Policy Continues – With Strict Enforcement:
Even medical exceptions now require documented justification, and photo must still be free from glare or shadow.
No Digital Alteration Allowed – Even for Background Cleaning:
The 2025 guidelines emphasize natural lighting, no airbrushing, and no editing of shadows or blemishes. Some studios still make this mistake!
Background Tone Clarification:
The background must be plain white or off-white only.
Many applicants still submit soft grey or beige, which may look "neutral" but is now flagged more often.
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Newlook Multipurpose Photo Studio
Shankhamul, New Baneshwor, Kathmandu
— Serving Baneshwor, Koteshwor, Patan, Thamel, Pepsi-Cola, Lalitpur, Bhaktabur & nearby areas.
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🕘 Open Daily at 8 am | Late Evening Services till 9 PM (no more early morning rush)
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The appropriate attire can vary depending on the type of session you're booking. We recommend discussing clothing and styling options with your photographer when you book the session to ensure you're prepared.
The duration of a session can vary depending on the type and scope of the shoot. Most portrait sessions last between 1 to 2 hours, while event photography may span several hours or an entire day.
We accept various forms of payment, including credit cards, debit cards, and online payment methods. You can find more details during the booking process.
Yes. A photographer can create and technically prepare the photograph, but AAMC states that ECFMG is responsible for uploading the photo into ERAS for IMG residency applicants.
For the 2027 residency application season, AAMC currently lists JPG/JPEG or PNG format, a maximum file size of 150 KB, a centered face, and documentation specifying 2.5 × 3.5 inches at 150 dpi. Applicants should verify the latest AAMC/ECFMG instructions before submission.
Photo Studio Service provides professional ERAS photo photography and preparation in Nepal.
An ERAS photo is the photograph submitted as part of a residency application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
Yes, provided the original photograph has sufficient quality and an appropriate composition. We can crop, resize, optimize and prepare a suitable file where technically possible.
A white coat is not necessary simply because you are a doctor. For a professional residency application portrait, we generally recommend formal professional clothing unless a particular program or institution gives you different instructions.
We recommend using a real professional photograph rather than an AI-generated replacement of your face. AI can be useful for photography workflows such as background cleanup, technical assistance and image preparation. However, your application photograph should accurately represent how you actually look. For a residency application, authenticity matters. Our approach is: Real person. Real photograph. Professional lighting. Natural retouching. Accurate representation. We can use modern editing technology where appropriate, but we don't transform your face into a different person.
ERAS Photo vs Passport Photo These are not necessarily the same type of photograph. A passport photograph is primarily an identity document photograph and follows government-specific rules. An ERAS photograph is part of a residency application and is primarily used by programs to identify applicants, particularly around interviews. That's why we recommend having your ERAS photograph created specifically for its intended purpose rather than simply reusing an old passport photograph.
A natural smile is generally appropriate. The goal is to appear confident, approachable and professional, not overly serious or artificially posed. We guide you toward an expression that looks natural both at normal viewing size and when your photograph appears as a smaller image in an application interface.
Your ERAS photograph represents you as a medical professional. Recommended for men:- Dark navy, charcoal or black suit Formal collared shirt Conservative tie Clean, professional grooming Simple accessories Recommended for women:- Professional blazer or formal jacket Blouse or professional top Neutral or conservative colors Simple jewelry Neat, professional hairstyle
Avoid: Casual T-shirts Sportswear Very bright colors Distracting patterns Excessive jewelry Heavy filters Artificial-looking skin smoothing Dramatic fashion photography Selfies Group photographs Cropped photographs from social media