The results for the US Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery 2026 are now live, and applicants can check their selection status through the official US government website.
This marks the beginning of a crucial phase for those who entered the Diversity Visa lottery, as the process moves forward for selected individuals.
The U.S. Embassy shared the announcement on social media, stating that the results for the DV Lottery 2026 are now available. Applicants can verify their selection by visiting the official DV Lottery Entrant Status Check portal at dvprogram.state.gov/ESC/.
The embassy emphasised that this is the only authorised method to confirm the status of an application.
How to Check Your Status
To check if you were selected for further processing in the DV-2026 program, applicants must have their confirmation number, last name, and birth year. These details are required to access the Entrant Status Check portal.
The website is the only legitimate way to find out whether you have been selected, and it remains open for status verification until September 30th, 2026.
Instructions for Selected Applicants
If selected, applicants must follow the instructions provided on the Entrant Status Check page. These instructions include preparing for a visa interview and submitting required documents.
It is essential to complete all steps within the fiscal year, as selection does not guarantee a visa. Spots are limited, so prompt action is necessary.
Beware of Scams
The US Embassy warned applicants to be cautious of scams related to the lottery results. No one will receive emails, text messages, or phone calls notifying them of their selection. If such communications are received, they are fraudulent, and applicants should ignore them. In addition, the embassy reminded individuals that there is no fee to check their results.
The check portal will remain available for anyone who entered the DV-2026 lottery from May 4th, 2025, until the end of the fiscal year on September 30th, 2026.
