Big Change for DV Lottery 2027: $1 Registration Fee Introduced

📢 Big Change for DV Lottery 2027: $1 Registration Fee Introduced

The U.S. Department of State recently published a final rule that will require a $1 electronic registration fee for every applicant registering for the DV Lottery (Diversity Visa Program) beginning October 16, 2025.

🔍 What You Need to Know 

• The new $1 fee will be collected at the time of Electronic Diversity Visa (E-DV) entry.
• This change is part of an update to the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services.
• The traditional $330 DV application fee (paid later by selected applicants) remains unchanged for now.
• The purpose of this new fee is to reduce fake or multiple entries and help cover administrative costs of the Diversity Visa Program.
• The rule is expected to apply to DV-2027, whose registration period will likely open in October 2025.

🛡 Tips for Applicants

1. Apply only through the official U.S. government website — never trust unofficial pages or agents that overcharge.
2. Have a valid payment method ready, as the new system will require electronic payment.
3. Remember, the $1 registration fee is non-refundable, even if your entry isn’t selected.
4. Follow official announcements from the U.S. Department of State for updates on the opening date and new rules.
5. All other eligibility requirements (education, country list, etc.) are expected to remain the same.
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