Diversity Visa (DV Lottery) Photo Requirements
The DV Lottery program requires a digital image uploaded electronically with your application — not a printed photo. The requirements are strict and photos are automatically checked for compliance. We provide guaranteed-compliant digital images.
What Is the DV Lottery?
The congressionally mandated Diversity Immigrant Visa Program makes up to 55,000 diversity visas available annually through random selection. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements from countries with historically low immigration rates to the US. Check current registration periods at dvprogram.state.gov →
Photo Specifications
| Requirement | Specification |
|---|---|
| Format | Digital image (JPEG) — uploaded electronically |
| Dimensions | 600×600 to 1200×1200 pixels — must be square (equal width and height) |
| File size | Under 240 KB |
| Recency | Taken within the last 6 months |
| Retouching | Not permitted — no digital enhancement, alteration, or retouching of any kind |
| Aspect ratio | Original aspect ratio must be preserved — no stretching |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Expression | Neutral, eyes open, facing directly at camera |
| Head coverings | Not permitted except for religious purposes |
| Glasses | Not permitted |
Take a photo at home
Plain background, good natural light, camera at eye level, shoulders visible.
Upload your photo
Upload here or email it to us for free pre-approval before paying.
Pay and choose delivery
Same-day pickup at Walgreens, CVS, or Walmart — or digital delivery by email.
