The US Department of State (DoS) has announced a new USD 1 registration fee for the Diversity Visa (DV) lottery program, effective September 16, 2025. This change is part of an update to the Schedule of Fees for Consular Services, aimed at improving fairness and reducing fraudulent registrations.
Key Highlights
- New Fee Introduced: A USD 1 electronic registration fee will now be required at the time of DV lottery registration.
- DV Application Fee Remains: The existing USD 330 Diversity Visa application fee remains unchanged.
- Purpose of the Change: The new fee shifts the cost burden of managing the lottery from successful applicants to all registrants, helping to deter speculative or fraudulent entries.
- Implementation Timeline: The fee will be collected through an authorized US government payment portal at the time of registration.
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