Protecting the DV Confirmation Number
A lost or withheld confirmation number blocks access to Diversity Visa results. Learn how helpers misuse it and how entrants can protect it.
DV Lottery Scams
How Diversity Visa scams work, how to recognize fake notices and websites, and where to report fraud, based on Department of State, FTC, and USCIS sources.
Where to Report Diversity Visa Fraud
If someone demands payment, claims a Diversity Visa win, or holds an entry hostage, these official channels take reports. Steps to follow first.
When Someone Else Enters You in the DV Lottery
The State Department reports millions of fraudulent Diversity Visa entries, including entries made for people who never applied. How it works and why.
Diversity Visa Scams and How to Spot Them
Learn the main Diversity Visa scams, from fake winner notices to paid "better odds" offers, and the warning signs the U.S. government describes.
Fake Diversity Visa Winner Notices
The Department of State does not email or mail Diversity Visa winner notices. See how real notices work and what to do with a message claiming a win.
How to Check Whether a DV Lottery Website Is Official
Use seven checks to judge whether a Diversity Visa website is official: the address, fees, promises, payment methods, and what the site asks for.
Does Paying Anyone Improve DV Lottery Odds?
The FTC says nothing can increase the chances of winning the Diversity Visa lottery. See how selection works and which claims signal a scam.