DV Lottery Photo Tool (600 × 600 px, under 240 KB)

Get your Green Card lottery photo to the exact square size and under the 240 KB limit. Free, and your photo never leaves your device.

Select your photoUse a photo taken against a plain white or light background

DV Lottery photo requirements

The photo is checked automatically and a wrong photo can disqualify your entry. Use a recent photo, face the camera with a neutral expression, eyes open, and remove glasses. Enter only through the official site dvprogram.state.gov, which is free.
UseSize and format
DV Lottery entry photoSquare, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px, JPEG, max 240 KB, 24-bit colour, plain white or off-white background

Based on official portals and published guidance as of October 2026. Requirements can change, so check the portal you are applying on.

Read the full guide: DV Lottery photo requirements explained

How to make your photo

  1. Take a photo. Stand in front of a plain white wall in good light and face the camera.
  2. Fit it. Add the photo above, choose the size, then zoom and drag so the face fits the guide.
  3. Download. Save the photo for online upload, or the 4×6 sheet for printing.

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Frequently asked questions

What size must the DV Lottery photo be?

DV Lottery entry photo: Square, 600 × 600 to 1200 × 1200 px, JPEG, max 240 KB, 24-bit colour, plain white or off-white background. Check the official portal before you apply, as rules can change.

How do I make the photo on my phone?

Take a photo against a plain white wall in good daylight. Open this page, add the photo, pick the size, drag and zoom so the face fits the guide, then download.

Can I change the background to white?

No. This photo must be original and unedited, so the background button is turned off on this page. Take the photo in front of a plain white wall or a white sheet.

Are my images uploaded?

No. Everything happens inside your browser on your own device. Your files are never sent to any server.