USCIS I-485 / I-765 / I-131 Concurrent Filing 2×2" Photo Sheet Maker
Filing a concurrent Marriage or Employment Adjustment of Status (AOS) packet requires up to 8 identical 2×2" passport photos per applicant across Forms I-485, I-765, I-131, and I-130! Pharmacies charge $68+ for 8 prints — our 6-up 4×6" sheet prints 12 photos across two $0.39 sheets ($0.78 total).
How Many 2×2" Photos Does Your USCIS AOS Packet Require?
| USCIS Form | Purpose | Photos Needed | Back-of-Photo Pencil Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Form I-485 | Adjustment of Status (Green Card) | 2 photos | Full Name + A-Number (lightly in pencil) |
| Form I-765 | Employment Authorization (EAD) | 2 photos | Full Name + A-Number / I-94 # |
| Form I-131 | Advance Parole Travel Document | 2 photos | Full Name + A-Number |
| Form I-130 / I-130A | Spouse Petition (Petitioner + Beneficiary) | 2 photos each | Petitioner & Beneficiary labeled separately |
| Form I-693 | Civil Surgeon Medical Exam (if requested) | 0–2 photos | Total concurrent packet = 6 to 8+ prints! |
4×6" Print Sheet Yield vs. Retail Passport Counter Price Comparison
| Provider | In-Store Passport Counter (2 Prints) | DIY 4×6" Glossy Postcard Sheet (6 Prints) | Your Net Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVS Photo | $16.99 + tax ($8.50 / photo) | $0.39 for 6× 2×2" photos ($0.065 / photo) | Save $16.60 (97%) |
| Walgreens Photo | $16.99 + tax ($8.50 / photo) | $0.39 for 6× 2×2" photos (~$0.25 w/ coupon) | Save $16.60+ (97%) |
| Walmart Photo Center | $7.44 – $8.88 (2 prints) | $0.14 – $0.25 1-Hour 4×6" print (6 photos) | Save $7.20+ (96%) |
| UPS Store / FedEx Office | $14.95 – $16.99 (2 prints) | Print on home inkjet 4×6" glossy paper (~$0.12) | Save $15.00+ (98%) |
Prepare Your Entire AOS Packet's Photos in 3 Minutes
- Snap a fresh, glasses-free portrait in front of a well-lit white wall within 30 days of mailing your USCIS Lockbox packet.
- Open the USCIS 2×2" Studio above and align head height (1.0" to 1.375" / 25–35 mm) and eye level (1.125" to 1.375" from bottom).
- Export the 1800×1200 px 4×6" sheet and order TWO standard 4×6" glossy prints ($0.78 total at CVS/Walgreens) to yield 12 crisp 2×2" photos.
- Trim cleanly along the outer corner ticks, lightly write your Name and A-Number on the back with a soft #2 pencil or felt pen (do not dent the front!), and place each pair in small labeled zip-top bags paperclipped to each form.
Lockbox Mail-In Photo Handling Rules
- Stapling directly through the face of the photo: Never staple through a USCIS photo! Place 2 photos in a small clear plastic pouch and staple/clip the pouch to a blank sheet behind the form.
- Ballpoint pen indents bleeding onto the glossy emulsion: Use a soft felt-tip marker or gentle pencil and let dry completely before stacking.
- Sending only 2 photos for a 3-form concurrent filing: USCIS routes I-485, I-765, and I-131 to separate adjudication queues; each form needs its own pair of 2×2" prints.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many 2x2 photos do I need when filing I-485, I-765, and I-131 together?
Include 2 photos for I-485, 2 for I-765, and 2 for I-131 (6 total for the applicant), plus 2 photos of the petitioner and 2 of the beneficiary if concurrently filing spousal Form I-130 (8–10 photos total).
Should USCIS photos be printed on glossy or matte 4x6 photo paper?
USCIS accepts thin photo-quality glossy or matte paper, though standard glossy drugstore photo paper (Fuji Crystal Archive / Kodak at CVS or Walgreens) produces the sharpest biometric contrast.
What should I write on the back of USCIS 2x2 photos?
Lightly print your full name and Alien Registration Number (A-Number, if you have one) on the back of each photo using a pencil or felt pen so you do not crease the portrait.