Visas and documents • USA

Green Card lottery: Diversity Visa rules

Diversity Visa participation requires accurate information and the instructions for the relevant programme year. Registration, checking the result and applying for a visa are separate stages with their own conditions.

Procedure

Diversity Visa

Decision

Individual assessment

Reviewed

22.09.2026

Checks before you apply

Do not assume the familiar October–November entry window or May results for DV-2027: the State Department publishes separate announcements. Its current fee table lists a USD 1 registration fee for the principal entrant and a USD 330 visa fee for each selected applicant. Check the specific programme instructions before entering or paying.

Preparing your document file

Use this list for an initial review. Submission requires the current checklist from the relevant consulate or authority, taking account of nationality and country of residence.

  • Country of birth, education or qualifying work experience under the relevant programme year’s rules.
  • Family details and photographs of everyone included; passport information and other documents under current instructions.
  • After registration, retain the confirmation number; after selection, prepare the visa-stage documentation.

Getting started with EUROWIZA

  1. Tell EUROWIZA your destination, purpose, nationality, country of lawful residence and intended dates.
  2. Clarify the available assistance and document list; agree on the service scope and price before paying.
  3. Compare the completed file with the official instructions. Keep appointment, payment and submission confirmations.

Planning time and costs

First check available appointments and the authority’s published processing times. Allow time to collect documents, obtain translations and address further requests. Confirm EUROWIZA service charges separately from government fees, insurance and other expenses. The competent authority decides the application; preparing documents does not guarantee issuance by a particular date.

Questions and answers

Can selection or visa issuance be guaranteed?

No. An intermediary cannot influence random selection or guarantee a consular decision. Check results through the official Entrant Status Check.

What changed regarding the DV issuance pause?

The State Department’s 31 August 2026 update says the December 2025 pause ceased to apply from 28 August 2026. An older FAQ remains on the same page; check the latest notices and case-specific instructions.

Sources for current requirements

Editorial review: 22 September 2026. Open the relevant official link for current instructions before applying.

Your next step

Have questions about preparation? Reach EUROWIZA through our contact page. Contact EUROWIZA

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