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Check Your DV Lottery Photo Before Entry

Check the published Diversity Visa digital-image rules locally: exactly 600×600 pixels, JPEG format, and no more than 240 KB. Review the official visual requirements before submitting because this tool cannot guarantee acceptance.

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Exactly 600 × 600 px

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240 KB maximum

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DV Lottery Photo Technical Preflight

Select a JPEG to check exactly 600×600 pixels and the 240 KB ceiling locally.

Active Requirement

DV Lottery Entry Photo

U.S. Department of State Diversity Visa Program • Source reviewed 2026-10-23; confirm the destination guidance before submitting.

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Select Photo to Checkverified_userProcessed locally • Photos stay on your device
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Checked entirely in your browser. Your file is not uploaded.

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Official source specification

Official U.S. Diversity Visa entry image rules: exactly 600 × 600 pixels, JPEG format, square aspect ratio, and no more than 240 KB. Review the current entry instructions and visual requirements before submitting.

This is an automated mechanical pre-upload check (dimensions, format, byte limits). It cannot guarantee final acceptance or inspect identity.

check_circleWhat this tool checks

  • Readable image signature and supported browser format
  • Requested pixel dimensions, output MIME type, and output integrity
  • Requested byte ceiling when the compression workflow can reach it

infoWhat this tool does not check

  • Whether a destination website will accept the image
  • Face position, expression, lighting, background, or document-specific rules
  • Whether a platform has changed its requirements since the listed review date
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Read the official Diversity Visa photo requirements

The Department of State source contains the current DV rules and visual examples.

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When Should I Use This Tool?

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Passports, Visas & Government Forms

Prepare photos for source-linked passport, visa, residency, and document-upload targets. Verify the destination's current rules before submitting.

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Job Portals & Exam Applications

Format resumes, portrait headshots, and identification documents to match strict upload gateways for ERAS (150 KB), LinkedIn, and university systems.

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Social Media & Creator Feeds

Produce pixel-perfect visuals for Instagram posts (1:1, 4:5), YouTube thumbnails (16:9), and Open Graph preview cards without awkward border cropping.

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Email & Web Performance

Downsize heavy smartphone photos into lightweight WebP or compressed JPEG files to bypass strict email attachment limits and speed up website loading.

Key Details & Specifications

Digital dimensions

Exactly 600 × 600 pixels

Aspect ratio

Square (1:1)

File size

240 KB or less

File format

JPEG (.jpg / .jpeg)

Official source

U.S. Department of State

How to Check a DV Lottery Photo

1

Select the original photo

Start with a recent, unaltered color photo rather than a screenshot or image copied from an official document.

2

Run the local technical check

The browser checks 600×600 pixels, square ratio, JPEG encoding, file size, and basic transparency.

3

Review the visual checklist

Confirm the background, head framing, expression, eyes, and natural appearance manually.

4

Cross-check the official entry

DV entry windows and instructions can change. Open the linked Department of State source before submitting.

Common Sizing Scenarios & Examples

task_altUS Passport & Visa (Form DS-160)

Input: 4032 × 3024 px (iPhone capture, 4.2 MB)

Target: Choose the correct source-backed workflow before editing

Result: Use the DS-160 checker for visa rules or the passport checker for online-renewal rules.

task_altERAS Medical Residency Headshot

Input: 2400 × 3360 px portrait (3.1 MB)

Target: 375 × 525 px (2.5:3.5 ratio) & < 150 KB

Result: Scaled and compressed to 118 KB with crisp facial detail.

task_altInstagram Feed Portrait

Input: 3000 × 4000 px vertical photo

Target: 1080 × 1350 px (4:5 aspect ratio)

Result: Clean aspect lock without compression banding or blur.

task_altOpen Graph Social Share Card

Input: 1920 × 1080 px design banner

Target: 1200 × 630 px (1.91:1) WebP / PNG

Result: High-contrast social card optimized for LinkedIn & X previews.

lightbulbBest Practices for Best Results

  • checkAlways start from the original camera capture rather than a WhatsApp or social media copy.
  • checkLock your aspect ratio when resizing unless you are intentionally reframing with the cropper.
  • checkSelect JPEG (.jpg) for realistic photographs and portrait headshots; use PNG for logos and text.
  • checkCross-check your destination's required pixel dimensions and KB limits on our Global Platform Presets before final submission.
Tip: Need exact requirements for a specific passport, exam, or website? Check our Global Platform Presets or search our comprehensive Step-by-Step Guides.

troubleshootTroubleshooting & Common Solutions

help_outlineThe image is not exactly 600×600 pixels

Use the cropper to make a square, then use the image resizer to export exactly 600×600 pixels. Re-check the result locally.

help_outlineThe file is over 240 KB

Use the KB compressor with a target below 240 KB, then check that the final JPEG still looks clear and natural.

help_outlineThe image is PNG or WebP

Convert it to a standard JPEG locally. Do not use the conversion step to add filters, retouching, or background replacement.

help_outlineThe photo passes but I am unsure about the face framing

Use the official Department of State composition examples. This tool cannot measure facial features or decide acceptance.

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100% In-Browser Privacy Guarantee

Unlike traditional cloud converters, ReadyToSubmit processes images entirely inside your browser using HTML5 Canvas and WebAssembly. Your photos, headshots, and documents are not sent to our processing servers or stored in remote databases; temporary browser memory is released by the workflow where supported.

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devicesBrowser Compatibility & Requirements

Our image engine requires HTML5 Canvas and modern JavaScript. These browsers are the supported baseline; device memory and browser file limits can affect very large images.

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Chrome

v90+

Supported baseline
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Safari

v14+

Supported baseline
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Firefox

v88+

Supported baseline
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Edge

v90+

Supported baseline
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iOS Safari

iOS 14+

Supported baseline
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Android

Chrome 90+

Supported baseline

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this DV checker verify?

It verifies exactly 600×600 pixels, a square ratio, JPEG encoding, and a file size of no more than 240 KB. Visual and identity rules remain manual.

Can passing this checker guarantee DV entry acceptance?

No. The Department of State and the entry system make the final decision, and the current entry instructions control if they change.

Can I use the same photo for a DV entry and a US visa?

The technical rules overlap, but use the current instructions for the specific stage. A DV entry requires exactly 600×600 pixels and no more than 240 KB.

Are my photos uploaded?

No. JPEG inspection runs inside your browser and the photo is not sent to a processing server.

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