Photo for the DV Lottery
DV Lottery entry is done online and requires a square digital photo with exact dimensions. A bad photo is one of the most common reasons for disqualification.
Drag the photo and zoom: the top of the head goes on the upper line, the chin on the lower one and the face inside the oval.
| Size | 50.8 × 50.8 mm (2 × 2 in) |
|---|---|
| Digital file | 600 × 600 px · JPG · max 240 KB |
| Head (chin to crown) | 25–35 mm (50–69 %) |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Official source | travel.state.gov |
How to use it
- Choose a recent front-facing photo, without glasses and with a light background.
- Adjust the head: it must take up 50% to 69% of the photo’s height.
- Tap “Create photos” and download the 600 × 600 px JPG.
State Department requirements
Square 600 × 600 pixel JPEG, 240 KB max, in color, white or off-white background, head 50% to 69% of the height, facing the camera, neutral expression, no glasses and taken in the last 6 months. Enter only on the official site dvprogram.state.gov: entry is free.
Questions and answers
When is the entry period?
The State Department announces the dates every year; check travel.state.gov.
Can I use my visa photo?
Only if it’s from the last 6 months and meets the requirements. Using an old photo can get you disqualified.
Are my photos uploaded to a server?
No. Everything is processed inside your browser, on your own phone or computer. Your photos never leave your device and nobody else can see them.
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