Khaberni - The US Department of State is preparing to close the application process for the Diversity Visa Lottery to the United States “DV Lottery 2027" in the coming days. The last registration date is expected to be in the first week of November 2025, according to the usual schedule that begins in October each year.
The US DV Lottery 2027 program is one of the most prominent opportunities granted by the US Government annually for those wishing to obtain permanent residency (green card), as it allows approximately 55,000 people from around the world the opportunity to move, work, and study in the United States legally.
New Conditions for DV Lottery 2027
The US Department of State has announced important updates in the registration conditions for this year, including:
- A nominal registration fee of one dollar ($1) is to be paid electronically for each application via the official website of the program, as a new measure aimed at reducing fraudulent applications and improving the screening process.
- Mandatory entry of valid passport details at registration, specifying the number, issuance, and expiration dates.
- Verification of educational qualifications or professional experience; applicants must have at least a high school diploma, or two years of experience in a profession that requires specialized training.
- Submission of a recent photo that meets technical specifications (white background, no glasses, size 600x600 pixels), and any defect in the photo leads to automatic rejection of the application.
- Submission of only one application per person, as duplicate applications will result in final exclusion from the draw.
Application Dates and Results
- Registration opens: Beginning of October 2025
- Registration closes: Early November 2025
- Official results announced: In May 2026 through the US Department of State website
- Winner interviews start: October 2026 to September 2027
- Experts advise applying in the early days of the registration period to avoid technical pressure on the official site in the last days.
Tips to Ensure Application Acceptance
- Use only the official site dvprogram.state.gov
- To apply, and avoid fake websites that charge high fees or request personal data.
- Keep the confirmation number (Confirmation Number) immediately after registration to check the results later.
- Ensure personal information is accurate and exactly matches the passport.
- Do not rely on companies or intermediaries, as the application is free, simple, and can be done by anyone independently.
The DV Lottery immigration program is one of the US diplomacy tools to enhance cultural diversity within the United States, offering the opportunity for citizens of countries with low immigration rates to achieve the “American Dream.”
In light of the new updates, the US Department of State emphasizes that the selection process is electronically fair without any discrimination, urging those interested to adhere to the official instructions to ensure their chances of winning.
