The DV Result 2025 (Diversity Visa Lottery 2025) is now published. If you applied for the Green Card Lottery, you can now ready to check your status to see if you’ve been selected for further processing. In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to check your DV Lottery 2025 results, what to do if you’re selected, and important next steps.
To check your DV results, you’ll need to visit the Electronic Diversity Visa (E-DV) website and enter your confirmation number on or after May 3, 2025. DV-2026 entrants can check their status starting at noon (EDT) on May 3, 2025, according to U.S. Department of State (.gov). DV-2025 entrants have until September 30, 2025, to check their status.
📅 When Were the DV Lottery 2025 Results Released?
The U.S. Department of State officially released the DV-2025 results on May 4, 2025. Applicants can check their status online from May 4, 2025, until September 30, 2025.
✅ How to Check Your DV Lottery 2025 Status Online
To see if you’ve been selected, follow these steps:
- Visit the Official DV Lottery Website:
Go to the U.S. Department of State’s official DV Entrant Status Check page:
🔗 https://dvprogram.state.gov - Enter Your Confirmation Number & Personal Details:
- Use the confirmation number you received when you applied.
- Enter your last name, first name, and year of birth (as submitted in your application).
- Check Your Status:
- If selected, you’ll see a congratulatory message with further instructions.
- If not selected, you’ll see a notification stating your application was not chosen.
DV Result -2025 Key Dates and Figures
| Event/Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Result Release Date | May 4, 2024 |
| Result Access Deadline | September 30, 2025 |
| Official Result Website | dvprogram.state.gov |
| Total Visas Available | Up to 55,000 |
| Total Selectees (Worldwide) | 131,060 (including family members) |
| Nepali Selectees | 3,861 |
| Visa Processing Deadline | September 30, 2025 |
- For DV-2025, up to 55,000 Diversity Visas are available globally.
- A total of 131,060 applicants (including family members) were selected worldwide from nearly 20 million entries, ensuring enough eligible candidates to fill all available visas.
- For Nepal, 3,861 applicants were selected, making it the third-highest in Asia after Iran and Afghanistan.
- The cutoff case numbers for Nepali winners have gradually increased throughout the fiscal year, with the May 2025 cutoff at 6,450.
🎉 What to Do If You’re Selected in DV-2025?
If you’re a DV-2025 winner, follow these steps:
- Submit Form DS-260 (Online Immigrant Visa Application)
- Complete and submit the DS-260 form as soon as possible.
- You’ll need details like your passport, travel history, and family information.
- Gather Required Documents
- Valid passport
- Birth certificate
- Police clearance certificates
- Medical examination results
- Proof of education/work experience
- Attend the Visa Interview
- Once your forms are processed, you’ll be scheduled for an interview at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
- Pay Fees & Complete Processing
- Pay the DV Lottery fee (currently $330 per applicant).
- Wait for your Green Card approval.
❌ What If You’re Not Selected in DV-2025?
If you didn’t win this year, don’t lose hope! You can:
✔ Apply for the DV Lottery 2026 (entries open in October 2025).
✔ Explore other U.S. visa options (H-1B, F-1, EB-3, etc.).
📢 Important Reminders for DV-2025 Winners
- Act quickly—winners have a limited time to complete the process.
- Beware of scams—only use the official dvprogram.state.gov website.
- Check spam/junk folders—sometimes, notifications may land there.
🔍 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: When is the deadline for DV-2025 processing?
A: Selected applicants must complete all steps by September 30, 2025.
Q: Can I check my DV result without a confirmation number?
A: No, you must have your confirmation number to check your status.
Q: What if I lost my confirmation number?
A: Unfortunately, there’s no way to retrieve it. Always save your confirmation details securely.
Q: How many winners are selected in DV-2025?
A: Approximately 55,000 applicants are selected, but only about 50,000 visas are issued.
