Read the programme-year instructions
Check eligibility and the official registration period. Submit only one entry per person for that period.
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Diversity Visa / Green Card (DV Lottery)
A selection-based immigrant visa programme. Eligibility and entry rules are set for each programme year; being selected is only one stage of the process.
Start with a clear understanding of your route and next steps.
YOUR NEXT STEP STARTS WITH A PLANUNDERSTAND THE ROUTE
Overview
The Diversity Visa programme uses an entry and selection process followed by an immigration application for selected entrants. Read the instructions for the relevant programme year before entering. Registration is free through the government’s designated system. Keep your confirmation number so you can check your own entry status.
Important for this category
Read the official government guidance ↗Check the official entry window and instructions. Government registration is free. Keep your own confirmation number; an entry or selection does not guarantee a visa.
IS THIS THE RIGHT ROUTE?
Eligibility topics to review
Your eligibility depends on the official rules and your circumstances. Start by reviewing these topics.
- Programme-year country-of-birth eligibility rules
- The education or qualifying work-experience condition
- Accurate personal, family and photograph information required by the entry instructions
GET ORGANISED
Preparation checklist
Bring an outline of the following information to your consultation. These are planning examples, not a complete application checklist.
- Country-of-birth and eligibility information
- Education or qualifying work history
- Entry confirmation and family details
Share sensitive documents only through an agreed secure process.
A CLEAR APPLICATION PLAN
How the process works
Understand each stage and the information you need before moving forward.
Submit the entry and retain confirmation
Use the official entry system. Keep control of your confirmation number and check status through the government channel.
If selected, follow the application instructions
Selection is followed by further qualification checks and an immigrant visa application, supporting records and interview steps.
Review the final decision
Follow the authority’s instructions. Selection by itself does not guarantee a visa.
WHY GLOBAL OUTSET?Focused preparation.
Focused preparation.
Support at every step.
Discuss the support you need and agree its scope before proceeding.
Document planning
Organise your application information against the relevant official checklist.
Application preparation
Discuss the forms, evidence and submission steps that need attention.
Interview preparation
Prepare to explain your circumstances clearly where an interview is required.
Next-step planning
Discuss the actions following a decision, including study or travel preparation where relevant.
KEEP THE INFORMATION HANDY
Your visa planning guide
Download an overview, consultation checklist and application-stage guide for Diversity Visa / Green Card (DV Lottery). Use it to organise your questions before speaking to us.
Download planning guide ↓Printable HTML document. Open it in your browser to print or save as PDF.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Before you proceed
Clear information helps you plan with confidence.
Is the official DV Lottery entry free?+
Yes. Government registration is free. Any privately agreed preparation charge is separate and does not improve the chance of selection. Use the official programme instructions and retain your own confirmation number.
What are the fees and processing times?+
Check the current government fees and processing guidance at the official link above. Consultancy charges, if applicable, are agreed separately after discussing the scope of support.
Does an enquiry submit my visa application?+
No. Your enquiry starts a discussion with Global Outset. An application is submitted separately through the relevant authority’s process.
Can visa approval be guaranteed?+
No. The relevant government authority makes the decision. Preparation support cannot guarantee approval, selection or a particular processing time.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
Contact our team →Let’s discuss your next steps.
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