United States Green Card / DV Lottery photo, done right
50.8 x 50.8 mm, plain white or off-white background, head 25-35 mm. Upload a photo below: your face is aligned to the official guides automatically, and nothing is uploaded to any server.
- Photo size
- 50.8 x 50.8 mm
- Output
- 600 x 600 px
- Background
- Plain white or off-white
2x2 in / 600x600 px digital. Same head rules as the US passport.
Specs are provided as guidance. Always confirm requirements with the official passport or visa authority before submitting.
Official United States green card / dv lottery photo requirements
| Photo size | 50.8 x 50.8 mm (2x2 inches) |
|---|---|
| Digital output | 600 x 600 px JPEG |
| Head height (crown to chin) | 25-35 mm |
| Background | Plain white or off-white |
| Authority | USCIS / U.S. Department of State |
2x2 in / 600x600 px digital. Same head rules as the US passport.
Worth knowing
- - The DV lottery requires a digital photo: 600x600 px JPEG, which this tool outputs exactly.
- - Use a recent photo; reusing the photo from a previous entry can disqualify you.
Questions
What size is a United States green card / dv lottery photo?
50.8 x 50.8 mm (2x2 inches), with the head (crown to chin) between 25 and 35 mm. As a digital file this tool outputs 600 x 600 px. Rules per USCIS / U.S. Department of State.
What background does a United States green card / dv lottery photo need?
Plain white or off-white. If your photo was taken against the wrong background, the background replacement feature swaps it for a compliant one on your device.
Can I take the photo myself with a phone?
Yes. Have someone take it (or use a timer) from about 1.5 meters away at eye level, facing a window or even light, against a plain wall. Then upload it here: the tool aligns your head to the official guides automatically and crops to the exact size.
How do I print it?
Download the free single photo for digital submissions, or get the Pro print sheet ($9 once): multiple copies tiled on a standard 4x6 or A4 sheet you can print at any pharmacy or photo kiosk for under a dollar.
Is my photo uploaded to a server?
No. Cropping, face detection, and background removal all run inside your browser. The photo never leaves your device, which matters for an identity document.
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