United States of America Green Card Lottery
Official U.S Government Entry Program
Diversity USA DV-2025
Green Card Lottery
Official Entry Form
Disclaimer: This is a full copy of the official DV Lottery application form. Use it only if you were authorized by Green Card Center.
If not, You will need to apply on the official website https://www.greencard-usa.info/ , pass the initial test, and pay the fees needed.
English Only !
Part One - Entrant Information
1. Name
2. Gender
3. Birth Year
4. Country Where You Were Born
5. Country of Eligibility for the DV Program
Your country of eligibility will normally be the same as your country of birth. Your country of eligibility is NOT related to where you live. If you were born in a country that is not eligible for the DV program, please go to Explanation of Country of Eligibility to see if there is another option available in your case.
6. What is the highest level of education you have achieved, as of today?
You must have a minimum of a high school diploma reflecting the completion of a full course of study (vocation schools or equivalency degrees are not acceptable) or be a skilled worker in an occupation that requires at least two years of training or experience to qualify (visit https://www.greencard-usa.info/ to see if your occupation qualifies) for a Diversity Visa.
7. Entrant Photograph
Taking the applicant photo yourself is an easy and good way to save money. All you need is a digital camera ( also cellphone) and a plain background to capture a clear, professional-looking headshot. Make sure the lighting is bright and even, and take multiple shots to ensure you have a good selection to choose from. Once you have your desired photo, simply upload it to the application to complete the process. Taking the applicant picture yourself is also a convenient option for those who may not have access to a professional photographer.
Photographs must be submitted at the time of eDV entry. Photographs that do not comply with all specifications, including but not limited to the recency of the photos, the composition of the photos, and unacceptable backgrounds are grounds for disqualification of the entire entry. Any manipulation of photographs that alters the facial characteristics is grounds for disqualification of the entire entry. See examples on the Photo Examples page.
Please refer to the Instructions for the 2023 Diversity Immigrant Visa program (DV-2023-25) for technical specifications and compositional specifications for the digital image.
You will use one of the following methods to enter the image into eDV:
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Take a new digital image,
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Use a digital scanner to scan a submitted photograph.
Link to Photo Instructions/Photo Examples page
Clicking the 'Choose New Photo' button will allow you to look for and choose the file which is storing the photograph. Once chosen, the file name and the photo will display. If the photo is not correct, please click on the 'Choose New Photo' button to choose a new file..
You can also use your mobile phone or desktop PC camera - to take the correct photo - here is how:
1- Prepare the photographed subject (applicant, spouse, or children) in front of the background, as described above.
2- Take the picture
3- Crop it to the correct size - with the automatic cropping tool supplied by us.
4. save on your desktop.
5- Upload here
8. Mailing Address ( Full regular postal adrress )
9. Phone Number ( Where we can rich you, or leave a message)
The best is your mobile phone)
10. E-mail Address Make sure it is accurate - most communications will be with E-mail
11. What is your current marital status?
Legal separation is an arrangement when a couple remain married but live apart, following a court order. If you and your spouse are legally separated, your spouse will not be able to immigrate with you through the Diversity Visa program. 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. 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
12. Number of Children
Children 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. 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. 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.
Part-2 Dependants Details
1. Spouse Full Details ( only if you are married)
2. Mailing Address - Spouse Only if different from the applicant's address above. If it is the same address- leave empty
3. E-mail Address
4. Children Details 0nly under the age of 21 ( on November 1st 2023)
Date & Place Of Birth
Child #1
Child #2
Date & Place Of Birth
Child #3
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