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πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡ΈUnited States DV Lottery Photo for $1

Get a compliant 2" Γ— 2" (51 Γ— 51 mm) photo in 2 minutes. Accepted or money back.

or drag and drop your photo here

Supports JPG, PNG β€’ Max 10MB

We automatically adjust your photo to meet all requirements

Requirements:
2" Γ— 2" (51 Γ— 51 mm)
White background
No glasses
Neutral expression
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What You Get

Digital passport photo

Digital Photo

600Γ—600px JPG

4x6 print sheet with multiple photos

4Γ—6 Print Sheet

6 photos included

Instant download Ready in 2 min
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We never see your photo

Unlike other services, our AI processes everything and never store your data. We don't know who you are and we also don't care who you are. We have only one mission is to help you easily create your id photo.

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Zero Data Retention

United States DV Lottery Photo Specifications

Official requirements

2" Γ— 2" (51 Γ— 51 mm)
Photo size: 2" Γ— 2"
Head height: 50-69% of image height from crown to chin
Eye line position
Photo size 2" Γ— 2" (51 Γ— 51 mm)
Digital size 600 Γ— 600 px
Background White
Head size 50-69% of image height from crown to chin
Glasses Not allowed
Recency Within 6 months
File format JPEG
Max file size 240 KB
Paper type Glossy or Matte
Printable Yes
Digital submission Yes

How It Works

Get your perfect dv lottery photo in under 3 minutes

1. Take or upload a photo

Use any selfie or photo. No special setup needed β€” our AI handles the rest.

2. AI processes your photo

Background removal, perfect cropping, and compliance check β€” all automatic in seconds.

3. Download & Print

Get your photo instantly. Print at a printing location near you for ~$0.35.

Common Reasons Photos Get Rejected

Photo rejected for wearing glasses

Glasses

Photo rejected for wrong head size

Wrong head size

Photo rejected for non-white background

Wrong background

Photo rejected for shadows on face

Shadow on face

Photo rejected for shadow on background

Shadow on background

Wrong dimensions - Photo MUST be exactly 600x600 pixels (no exceptions)

Wearing glasses - Eyeglasses are strictly prohibited in DV Lottery photos

Wrong head size - Head must be 50-69% of frame height from chin to crown

Face not centered - Your face must be centered horizontally in the frame

Non-white background - Background must be plain white or off-white only

Digital alterations - Any retouching, filters, or AI editing will disqualify your entry

Printing Your Photo

For mail-in applications, print your photo on 4Γ—6 photo paper at any drugstore. Our download includes a print-ready template with multiple photos β€” you only need 2 for most applications.

Use glossy or matte photo paper, not regular printer paper. When printing, select "actual size" or "no scaling" to ensure the photos are exactly 2" Γ— 2" (51 Γ— 51 mm).

Paper size 4Γ—6 inches
Paper type Glossy or matte photo paper
Print quality 300 DPI minimum

Where to print

  • CVS Photo ~$0.35
  • Walgreens ~$0.35
  • Walmart ~$0.25
  • Costco(membership required) ~$0.17

Digital Submission Requirements

For online applications, you'll upload a digital photo directly. Our tool exports photos that meet all digital requirements automatically.

File format JPEG
Dimensions 600Γ—600px
Max file size 240 KB
Aspect ratio Square (1:1)

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exact pixel size for DV Lottery photos?

Your photo must be exactly 600x600 pixels. This is strictly enforced and photos with different dimensions will be rejected.

Can I use my passport photo for the DV Lottery?

Yes, if it meets the 600x600 pixel requirement and was taken within 6 months. The photo requirements are otherwise identical to US passport photos.

What file size is required?

The file must be in JPEG format and under 240KB. Our tool automatically compresses to meet this requirement.

Will my entry be disqualified if my photo is wrong?

Yes. The State Department uses automated systems to check photos. Incorrect dimensions, wearing glasses, or wrong background will automatically disqualify your entry.

How recent must my DV Lottery photo be?

Your photo must be taken within the past 6 months and accurately represent your current appearance.

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Official source: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/diversity-visa-program-entry/diversity-visa-submit-entry1/diversity-visa-photo-requirements.html