Green Card 2025 (registration 2023) : Official website and how to enter the U.S. lottery

You may have heard of Green Card DV Lotterya U.S. government initiative that awards residency cards to lucky individuals via a random draw. In this article, we take a closer look at the Green Card DV Lottery 2025. How do I sign up? What's the official website to avoid scams? And what are the answers to your most frequently asked questions? All this and more will be covered to help you through the process.

Update : The website for the DV-2025 (U.S. Green Card Lottery) is now open for registration. from October 4, 2023 to November 7, 2023. Please note that the registration form will only be available during this specific period, and registrations will not be accepted by the US Postal Service. Find out more here: DV Lottery 2025 registration form, step-by-step images and translations.

How important is it to be well informed before registering for the Green Card DV Lottery?

Getting one step of the process wrong can mean losing a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Therefore, accurate and reliable information is vital to maximize your chances of success. In the following sections, we'll guide you through each step, from eligibility criteria to tips on how to increase your chances, including, of course, the official website on which to register.

The DV Lottery application form: English/French translation and explanations

The application form is only available in English, a language you may not be fluent in. Although the application form is fairly simple and easy to understand, knowing how to fill it in correctly is essential if your application is to be accepted. To give everyone the best possible chance of success, we have translated and explained the DV lottery in French.

Now it's time to complete each section, following the rules of the game to the letter. Clarifications for each section are provided below.

Section Name

In the first section, you must fill in your name in three separate boxes:

1. Last/Family name: This is your family name.
2. First name: This is your first name.
3. Middle name: The term "middle name" can be a source of confusion. In this context, it refers to a middle name or a name between the first and last names.

Section Type

The second section concerns the candidate's gender. You can choose between :

• Male: Meaning masculine, man or boy.
• Female: This means feminine, woman or girl. Simply tick the box corresponding to your gender.

Section Date of birth

In this third section, three fields must be filled in:

• Month: The month of your birth.
• Day: The day you were born.
• Year: The year of your birth.

Section : "City Where You Were Born

• City Where You Were Born This section asks you to provide the name of the town where you were born. This is the city only, with no other geographic information such as district or province.
• Enter Birth City Only. Do not enter District/County/Province/State. Do not enter District/County/Province/State) These instructions are clear: you need only enter the name of the town. No other details, such as county or province, should be included. For example, if you were born in Paris, simply write "Paris", not "Paris, Île-de-France".
• Birth City This is the field where you enter the name of your city of birth, as per the instructions above.
• Birth City Unknown This option is for those who do not know their city of birth. This may apply to people born in exceptional circumstances where this information has not been recorded.

Section : "Country Where You Were Born

• Country Where You Were Born This section asks you to indicate the country in which you were born. This is vital information, as it can have an impact on your eligibility for certain programs or opportunities, such as the DV Lottery.
• Select A Country This will usually be a drop-down menu containing a list of all recognized countries. You'll need to scroll down to find and select your country of birth.

This section is very simple, but also very important. Make sure you select the right country, as an error in this section may result in immediate disqualification or other complications in procedures such as visa or immigration applications.

Section: "Country of Eligibility for the DV Program

• Country of Eligibility for the DV Program This section is vital in determining whether or not you are eligible to participate in the DV (Diversity Visa) lottery. It specifies that your country of eligibility will generally be the same as your country of birth.
• Your country of eligibility is NOT related to where you live. This means that even if you live in a country other than your country of birth, this does not affect your eligibility for the DV Lottery.
• Are you claiming eligibility based on the country where you were born? Here you must answer 'Yes' or 'No'. If you answer 'No', you'll need to provide the country on which you base your eligibility.
• If you were born in a country that is not eligible for the DV program In this case, we advise you to go to the "Explanation of Country of Eligibility" section to explore other options that may be available to you.

This section of the form must be completed carefully. An error here could disqualify you from the DV program. So be sure to read the instructions carefully and provide accurate information about your eligibility.

Section : "Entrant Photograph

• Photographs must be submitted at the time of eDV entry. This clearly states that you must provide a photograph when you register for the DV program. This is not something that can be added later.
• Photographs that do not comply with all specifications are grounds for disqualification. This emphasizes the importance of strictly following photo guidelines. Errors such as inappropriate backgrounds or poor composition may result in disqualification.
• Any manipulation of photographs that alters the facial characteristics is grounds for disqualification. This means that any form of retouching or modification that alters your facial features in the photo will disqualify you.
• See examples on the Photo Tool page. If you're not sure how to take a good photo, the site offers examples to guide you.
• You will use one of the following methods to enter the image into eDV. You have two options for supplying your photo: either take a new digital image, or use a scanner to scan an existing photo.

Find out more about photo requirements for the U.S. Green Card lottery..

Section : " Mailing Address

• In Care Of This part is optional and is used if the address belongs to another person or entity who will receive mail on your behalf.
• Address Line 1 This is your main address. You must provide at least one address line for mail to reach you.
• Address Line 2 This part is also optional. You can use it for additional information such as apartment, building or floor.
• City/Town Indicate your current city of residence.
• District/County/Province/State This is the regional subdivision of your city, and can be a district, county, province or state.
• Postal Code/Zip code Enter the postal code or ZIP code corresponding to your address. If there is no postal code where you live, the section allows you to enter "No postal code / zip code".
• Country Indicate the country where you currently reside.

Section : "Country Where You Live Today

Country Where You Live Today Country of residence: This section requires you to indicate the country in which you currently reside. This may be your country of origin or any other country where you are living for reasons such as work, study, etc.

Section: "E-mail Address

• E-mail Address In this section, you are asked to provide a valid e-mail address.
• a. E-mail Address Here you need to enter an e-mail address that you use regularly. The example given ("johndoe@example.com") is there to show you the standard format of an e-mail address.
• b. Confirm E-mail Address After entering your e-mail address, you must confirm it in this part of the form. This is to avoid typographical errors and ensure that the e-mail address provided is correct.
• NOTE The note indicates that the e-mail address you provide will be used to send you further information if your application is selected for further processing.

Section: "What is the highest level of education you have achieved, as of today?

• What is the highest level of education you have achieved to date? This question is designed to assess your level of education. This is an important criterion for the Diversity Visa (DV) program.
• Response options Answer choices range from "Primary school only" to "Doctorate", allowing you to select the option that best matches your current level of education.
• Primary School only Elementary school only
• High School, no degree High school, no diploma
• High School degree High school diploma
• Vocational School Professional school
• Some University Courses : Some university courses
• University Degree : University degree
• Some Graduate Level Courses Some master's-level courses
• Master's Degree : Master
• Some Doctorate Level Courses Some doctoral-level courses
• Doctorate Degree Doctorate

Note on eligibility The last part of the text specifies the minimum requirements to qualify for the diversity visa program. In short, you must either have a high school diploma, or be a skilled worker with at least two years' training or experience. If you have any doubts about the eligibility of your occupation, a link is provided to verify this information.

Section "What is your current marital status?

• Unmarried : Single
• Married and my spouse is NOT a U.S. citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) Married and my spouse is NOT a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident (LPR) of the U.S.
• Married and my spouse IS a U.S. citizen or U.S. Lawful Permanent Resident (LPR) Married and my spouse IS an American citizen or legal permanent resident (LPR) of the United States
• Divorced Divorced
• Widowed Widow/widower
• Legally Separated : Legally separate

Additional information:

• Legal separation is an arrangement when a couple remain married but live apart, following a court order Legal separation is an arrangement in which a couple remains married but lives separately, following a court decision.
• If you and your spouse are legally separated, your spouse will not be able to immigrate with you through the Diversity Visa program : Si vous et votre conjoint êtes légalement séparés, votre conjoint ne pourra pas immigrer avec vous via le programme de visa de diversité.
• You will not be penalized if you choose to enter the name of a spouse from whom you are legally separated : You will not be penalized if you choose to enter the name of a spouse from whom you are legally separated.
• If you are not legally separated by a court order, you must include your spouse even if you plan to be divorced before you apply for the Diversity Visa. If you are not legally separated, you must include your spouse even if you plan to divorce before applying for a diversity visa.
• Failure to list your eligible spouse is grounds for disqualification Failure to list your eligible spouse is grounds for disqualification.
• If your spouse is a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, do not list him/her in your entry If your spouse is a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, please do not mention him/her in your application.

Number of Children" section

• hildren include all biological children, legally adopted children, and stepchildren who are unmarried and under the age of 21 on the date you submit your entry Children include all biological children, legally adopted children, and stepchildren who are unmarried and under 21 years of age on the date you submit your application.
• You must include all eligible children, even if they do not live with you or if they do not intend to apply for a Diversity Visa as your derivative You must include all eligible children, even if they do not live with you or intend to apply for a diversity visa as your dependents.
• Failure to list all eligible children is grounds for disqualification Failure to list all eligible children is grounds for disqualification.
• If your child is a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident, do not list him/her in your entry If your child is a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident, please do not mention him/her in your application.

Additional information:

This section is important for two reasons:

1. It ensures that all eligible children are included in the application process, which is a requirement for eligibility.
2. Omitting an eligible child may result in disqualification, which is an unnecessary risk to take.

How do I register for the Green Card DV Lottery 2025?

Information required for registration

Before you get started, make sure you have the following items:

• Postal addressThis includes city, district or province, state and postal code.
• Current locationCountry where you currently reside.
• Phone number: This is optional but recommended.
• E-mail address: Very important for future correspondence.
• Diploma: This can be elementary school, secondary school, high school, vocational school or university degrees.
• Marital statusAre you married, single or divorced?
• Number of childrenIncludes name, date of birth, gender and place of birth for each child.

Please note that married children and those over 21 must submit their entries separately.

Official website to register and participate in the Green Card Lottery

The only official website to register is : https://dvprogram.state.gov/

How do I fill in the online form?

1. Go to the Official Site: Go to the official DV Lottery website only.
2. Click on ApplyYou don't need to create an account. Just click on "Apply now".
3. Fill in DetailsFollow the instructions to fill in your information and upload your photo.
4. Add Family MembersIf applicable, add details of your spouse and children.
5. Check InformationBefore submitting, please check all information.
6. Submit and ConfirmAfter submitting, a confirmation page will appear with a confirmation number.

Faq about DV Lottery

Here are the most frequently asked questions and their answers:

Update : The website for the DV-2025 (U.S. Green Card Lottery) is now open for registration. from October 4, 2023 to November 7, 2023. Please note that the registration form will only be available during this specific period, and registrations will not be accepted by the US Postal Service. Find out more here: DV Lottery 2025 registration form, step-by-step images and translations.