Diversity Visa 2025: Checking Green Card Lottery Winners

The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, also known as the Green Card Lottery, offers a chance for individuals from countries with historically low immigration rates to obtain permanent residency in the United States.

The program is highly competitive with an annual allocation of up to 50,000 visas.

Eligibility and Selection

To be eligible, applicants must possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or demonstrate work experience in a qualifying field (typically requiring at least two years of training or experience within the past five years). The Department of State conducts a randomized selection from all eligible entries with quotas set for different regions and countries.

Checking Your Selection Status

Starting on May 4th, 2024, applicants can check their selection status through the Electronic Diversity Visa (E-DV) website's Entrant Status Check. This is the sole means of notification for selectees. The process requires your confirmation number obtained during registration.

Important Dates and Next Steps

For applicants in the Diversity Visa 2024 program, the Entrant Status Check window runs from May 6th, 2023, to September 30th, 2024. Unsuccessful applicants will also be informed solely through this system. Selected individuals should promptly complete the online DS-260 application to schedule an interview at the relevant US embassy or consulate. Further instructions including details on immigration-related fees will be provided upon selection.

Taking Charge of Your Application

It is crucial to personally access the Entrant Status Check and not rely on others to inform you of your selection status. For in-depth information, consult the Frequently Asked Questions section at the conclusion of the official DV Instructions.

We wish all Diversity Visa applicants the best of luck!