# US DV Lottery Photo Maker, 2x2 inch

Country: United States

Document: DV Lottery

Page language: en

Page: [US DV Lottery Photo Maker, 2x2 inch](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/us/dvLottery/)

Requirements last verified: 2025-01-15

## Photo specifications

These are document-specific values from the page data. Printed and digital requirements may apply to different application routes; consult the guide and sources below.

| Requirement | Value |
|---|---|
| Photo dimensions | 2 × 2 in |
| Photo paper | Glossy or matte |
| Digital pixel dimensions | 600 × 600 px (see guide/source for applicability and minimum vs exact sizing) |
| Digital file format | JPEG |
| Maximum digital file size | 240 KB |
| Photo age | Taken within 6 months |

## Appearance and composition

- Background: Plain white or off-white background only
- Head size: 50-69% of image height from crown to chin
- Glasses: Not permitted.
- Even lighting; no harsh shadows.
- Filters, beauty modes and retouching are forbidden.
- Color photo.
- Head coverings are permitted for religious reasons; check the source for conditions.
- Uniforms are restricted; check the source for exceptions.
- No earphones or wireless devices.

## Common rejection reasons

- 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

## Source for the document requirements

[Source linked by the document page](https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/immigrate/diversity-visa-program-entry/diversity-visa-submit-entry1/diversity-visa-photo-requirements.html)

The complete guide below includes additional sources and application-specific qualifications when available.

## Create a photo with One Dollar Passport Photo

The service sizes, crops and checks a photo for the selected document. Its output settings are service choices, not additional government requirements.

- Digital photo download: $1 USD.
- Print-ready sheet download: $5 USD. Printing is separate.
- Optional human expert review: +$4.99 USD.

[Open the photo tool](https://onedollarpassportphoto.com/us/dvLottery/)