Can British Citizens Enter the DV Lottery?
DV lottery eligibility depends on place of birth, not citizenship. See how that applies to British citizens, with the DV-2019 and DV-2026 lists compared.
Diversity Visa Lottery
How the Diversity Visa lottery works, who can enter, the entry form, dates, results, and fees, based on Department of State sources.
DV Lottery Costs and How to Avoid Scams
What the Diversity Visa lottery costs at each stage, which payments are never requested, and how to spot fake sites and messages claiming a win.
DV Lottery Timeline: Entry, Results, Visa Deadline
See how the Diversity Visa calendar works: entry period, results through Entrant Status Check, and the September 30 deadline, with DV-2026 as the model.
How the Diversity Visa Lottery Works Step by Step
The Diversity Visa program picks entries by random computer drawing. See each stage, from the entry form to Entrant Status Check and the interview.
DV Entry Form Guide: Required Information and Photo
Learn what the Diversity Visa entry form asks for, how to list a spouse and children, the photo rules, and why the confirmation number matters.
What Changes for DV-2027 Entrants
A March 2026 State Department rule adds a valid passport scan and a $1 entry fee for DV-2027. See the exemptions, the file rules, and open questions.
Checking DV Lottery Results: Entrant Status Check
Results of the Diversity Visa lottery appear only in Entrant Status Check. Learn what is needed to log in, what the Department never sends, and next steps.