What is the exact pixel and KB size for DV Lottery and DS-160 photos?

Your photo must be a square 600×600 pixel JPEG file weighing 240 KB or less. Locking it under 100 KB guarantees fast acceptance.

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US Visa DS-160 & DV Lottery 2×2 Inch (600×600 px) Photo Size & KB Guide

Reviewed by CompressPhoto Biometric & Imaging Lab • Updated & Verified: November 2026 • Standard Format: 600 × 600 px (1:1 Square) (2 × 2 inches (51 × 51 mm)) — Target: ≤ 100 KB (Official Max ≤ 240 KB)

Applying for a United States non-immigrant visa (Form DS-160), immigrant visa, or the Diversity Visa (DV) Green Card Lottery requires strict adherence to US Department of State digital photo rules. Even a 1-pixel deviation from a 1:1 square causes automatic portal rejection.

Official US Department of State Digital Photo Requirements

Unlike European 35×45 mm rectangular photos, the US standard is a 2 × 2 inch (51 × 51 mm) square.

Exact Pixel Dimensions: 600 × 600 pixels (minimum) in a strict 1:1 square aspect ratio.
Maximum File Size: Must be ≤ 240 KB in sRGB JPEG format (our preset locks it cleanly under 100 KB for instant upload speed and zero compression artifacts).
Background Color: Plain pure white or off-white without shadows.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the exact pixel and KB size for DV Lottery and DS-160 photos?: Your photo must be a square 600×600 pixel JPEG file weighing 240 KB or less. Locking it under 100 KB guarantees fast acceptance.