Author DVLottery.me 2025-07-10

Every DV Lottery season thousands of people fall victim to scams. These scams can lead to financial loss, identity theft, or even disqualification from the program.

Every DV Lottery season (also known as the Green Card Lottery), thousands of people fall victim to scams. Fake websites, emails, and agents try to steal money or personal data from applicants. These scams can lead to financial loss, identity theft, or even disqualification from the program.

If you’re planning to apply or already applied for the Green Card Lottery, it’s important to know how to spot the most common frauds. Here’s how to stay safe and protect your application.

Many fake websites look very similar to the official U.S. government page. They copy the colors, logos, and layout to trick people. These websites may ask you to pay money. Some may even say they can “guarantee” you a spot in the lottery, but this is false.

These websites are dangerous. They can steal your identity or charge you for something that is supposed to be free.

Warning signs of fake Green Card Lottery application websites: (*) The web address ends in .com, .org, or something else the real site ends in .gov. (*) The site asks you to pay money just to apply. (*) There are spelling mistakes, bad grammar, or strange-looking buttons. (*) It says “apply anytime”. The real DV Lottery is only open during a short period each year. (*) There is no contact information, or they claim to be an “official agent”.

Important: DVlottery.me is an informational platform only and does not claim to be an official representative of the Diversity Visa Program.

The message might ask you to click on a link, enter your personal information, or pay a fee to “claim your green card.” In some cases, the message creates pressure by saying you must act quickly or lose your chance. This is a trick to make you respond without thinking. Once you do, scammers can steal your money or use your financial details for other crimes.

Many people have lost money or shared personal data because they believed these fake messages. It is important to know that the U.S. government does not send any emails to the Green Card Lottery winners. You must check the results yourself by visiting the official website https://dvprogram.state.gov and entering your confirmation number.

Here is the guideline on how to check your Green Card Lottery results: https://dvlottery.me/blog/4700-dv-lottery-results-in-2024-how-to-check

Also, it is very important to remember that the U.S. government NEVER asks for payment online before your visa interview. All government fees for the DV Lottery, such as the visa application fee and the medical exam, are paid in person at the U.S. embassy or consulate during your scheduled appointment. If a website or person asks you to pay fees online or before your interview, it is a scam.

Some people or companies claim to be official DV Lottery “agents” or “experts,” saying they can guarantee that you will win.

The truth is, no one can guarantee a win in the Green Card Lottery. The selection is completely random, and everyone who applies has the same chance. You do not need an agent to enter.

It is fine to pay for services that help you meet photo requirements or for trusted translation help if you need it. These services only assist with preparing your application but do not affect your chances of winning. However, you should never pay anyone money just to enter the lottery or to get your results. If someone asks for this, it is a scam.

After you win the Green Card Lottery, some scammers may try to contact you with false job offers or promises of “visa sponsorship.” They might say they can help you find work in the United States or speed up your move. These offers often come with requests for money, such as fees for processing, paperwork, or “special services”.

It is important to know that winning the Green Card Lottery DOES NOT include any job placement or employment guarantees from the U.S. government. The Diversity Visa only gives you the right to live and work in the U.S., but you must find your own job after arrival. No official agency will ask you to pay money to get a job or visa sponsorship related to the DV Lottery.

If someone offers you a job connected to your DV Lottery win and asks for payment or personal information, it is likely a scam. Always verify job offers independently and never pay fees for job placement or visa sponsorship. Protect your money and personal data by staying alert and only trusting official information from the U.S. government.

Some scammers say they can sell you a “confirmation number” that lets you enter the DV Lottery or check your results before others. They may contact you through websites, emails, or social media. They ask for money in exchange for this number, claiming it will increase your chances or guarantee your entry.

This is false. The confirmation number is FREE and is given only when you submit your official application on the U.S. government’s website https://dvprogram.state.gov. No one outside this system can provide a real confirmation number.

Buying or selling confirmation numbers is a scam. If you give your money or personal information to these fraudsters, you risk losing your money and having your identity stolen.

(*) To stay safe from DV Lottery scams, always apply only through the official website, which is https://dvprogram.state.gov. This is the only legitimate place to submit your application for free. (*) Never pay money to enter the lottery. The DV Lottery is completely free to enter, and no one can increase your chances by paying a fee. If someone asks for money to guarantee your win, it is a scam. (*) Be very careful with emails, text messages, or phone calls that say you have won the lottery. The U.S. government does not notify winners by email or phone. You must check your results yourself on the official website using your confirmation number. (*) If you encounter a scam or suspicious activity, report it to your local consumer protection agency. In the United States, you can also report scams to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) through their website. Reporting scams helps protect you and others from fraud.

Yes, but you must trust them. Make sure they use the correct information and do not charge you too much.

Yes, you can use services to help take a correct photo, like Visafoto ( https://visafoto.com/ ) or 7ID ( https://7id.app/ ). Just make sure the photo does meet specifications after the editing.

Yes, there are government fees if you win, like the visa fee at the embassy. But these are paid AFTER you are selected, not before.