Each year, the U.S. government grants thousands of diversity visas through the visa lottery, and the 2025 results are now available. Here’s a detailed guide on how to check them.
Overview of the Visa Lottery
Annually, the U.S. Department of State conducts a visa lottery to distribute approximately 55,000 diversity visas. These visas are aimed at individuals from countries with low immigration rates to the United States, providing a pathway to permanent residence and potentially U.S. citizenship in the future.
Eligibility Criteria
To participate in the visa lottery, applicants must:
Be citizens of countries with low immigration rates to the United States.
Have completed 12 years of primary and secondary education or its equivalent.
Alternatively, have at least two years of work experience within the last five years in an eligible occupation.
Steps to Check the 2025 Visa Lottery Results
Prepare Your Confirmation Number: Ensure you have your 16-digit confirmation number (comprising both numbers and letters) ready.
Visit the Diversity Visa Program Website: Navigate to the official Diversity Visa Program website.
Check Status: Click on the “Check Status” option on the website.
Proceed with Verification: Select the “Continue” option and enter the requested information, including the authentication captcha.
Submit Information: Click on “Submit” to view your results.
Post-Selection Process
If selected, beneficiaries must initiate the process of acquiring the resident visa by submitting immigration form DS-260 to the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). Following this, they will receive an email with a scheduled date and time for an interview at the U.S. embassy. This interview will determine whether the visa application is approved or denied.
Important Tip
Participants should retain their confirmation number until September 30, 2025, as it will be needed throughout the entire process.