the diversity visa program: frequently asked questions

The Diversity Visa Program/ “Green Card Lottery”

Frequently Asked Questions

Interested in the Diversity Visa Program, commonly known as the “Green Card Lottery?”

Keep reading for answers to the most frequently asked questions we receive!

I got an email saying I’ve won! What happens next?

Nothing!

The Department of State never sends emails telling people they’ve won the DV Program

Unfortunately, it appears you are a victim of a scam. Do not send any money!

Check our blog post for information about this common scam and how to report the scammer:

http://dld.bz/dvscam

If I entered the DV-2016 lottery

Have will I know if I have won?

If you registered at www.dvlottery.state.gov between October 1 & November 3, 2014, you can find out the

status of your application by going to that website from May 5, 2015 onwards

There is no other way to find out!

Look out for the warning signs that you are the victim of a scam:

You’ve received notification by email or letter

You’ve been asked to pay money before you can proceed

and

Remember, if you did not register, you cannot have been selected!

Can I still enter

DV-2016?

No. Entries closed on November 3, 2014

Beware of anyone who says you can still enter!

The next opportunity you will have to register for the DV Program is Fall of 2015 when DV-2017 will be announced

Eligibility criteria and entry requirements will be available at http://dld.bz/dvinstructions

Follow us on Twitter @USAinUKCGCorner we’ll share details as soon as they’re available!

RememberDon’t risk the inconvenience

and expense of falling for a DV scam

Be aware of scams http://dld.bz/dvscam

Click on the logos below for more useful information from the U.S. Embassy in London!

U.S. Citizen Services Blog

Visa Services Blog

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