- Selection of applicants is based on the allocations of available visas in each region and country, the Department of State will randomly select individuals by computer from among qualified entries.
- All diversity visa lottery (DV-2023) entrants must go to the Entrant Status Check using the unique confirmation number saved from your online entry registration to find out whether your entry has been selected in the program.
- If your entry is selected, you will be directed to a confirmation page providing further instructions, including information about fees connected with immigration to the United States.
- Entrant Status Check will be the ONLY means by which the Department of State notifies selectees of their selection for DV-2023.
- The Department of State will not mail notification letters or notify selectees by email. U.S. embassies and consulates will not provide a list of selectees.
- Individuals who have not been selected also will be notified ONLY through the Entrant Status Check on the E-DV website. You are strongly encouraged to access Entrant Status Check yourself.
- Do not rely on someone else to check and inform you.
How to Apply for US Diversity Visa Lottery Program
Registration for the diversity visa lottery (DV-2023) is done online. To apply;
- Visit the Department of state website to start registration
- Click the begin entry to begin the application process.
- Fill and upload all required documents in the appropriate fields.
- Also, check the application instruction page to study the application procedure in detail.
