The confirmation number is one of the most important pieces of information you receive after registering for the Green Card Lottery. This number is essential for checking your application status when the results are announced. If you have lost this number, don’t worry! The U.S. government provides an official method for recovering the confirmation number. In this article, we will explain the recovery steps and important related points in detail.
Why is the Green Card Lottery Confirmation Number important?
The confirmation number is a 16-digit code provided after registering in the Electronic Diversity Visa (EDV) system. This number allows you to check your status through the official website dvprogram.state.gov. Without this number, you cannot access the lottery results.
Ways to recover the confirmation number
1. Recovering through the official lottery website
If you have lost your confirmation number, follow these steps to recover it:
- Visit the official website: Go to dvprogram.state.gov.
- Find the “Forgot Confirmation Number” section: On the homepage, locate and click on this option.
- Complete the recovery form: After entering the recovery page, fill out a form with the following details:
- Lottery program year: The year you registered for the lottery (e.g., DV-2025).
- First and last name: Exactly as entered in the registration form.
- Date of birth: In the Gregorian format (day/month/year).
- Email: The email address you used during registration.
- Security code: Usually, a CAPTCHA code is displayed for identity verification, which you need to enter.
- Receive the confirmation number: After completing the information and submitting the form, the confirmation number will be displayed or sent to your registered email.
2. Check your emails and user panel
If you registered for the lottery through VWallet, a copy of your confirmation number is usually sent to your email and user panel. Check your inbox and spam folder (Spam or Junk). You may have received this email at the time of registration. If you cannot find it, please contact our support team.
3. Check your registration documents
If you took a screenshot or saved an image of your confirmation number during registration, this information may be stored on your phone, computer, or printed documents. Be sure to conduct a thorough search.
Common issues and solutions
Issue 1: I entered incorrect information.
- Make sure the information entered in the recovery form exactly matches your registration details.
- If there is an error in your name, date of birth, or email, recovery will not be possible.
Issue 2: The email I used is no longer active.
- Whether the email is active or not does not significantly impact the recovery process, as the number will be displayed directly on the website.
Issue 3: I entered my date of birth incorrectly.
- Unfortunately, if you entered essential information incorrectly (such as your date of birth), the system will not be able to recover your confirmation number.
How to prevent losing your confirmation number?
- Digital storage: After registration, take a photo of your confirmation number and store it in a cloud storage service (such as Google Drive or Dropbox).
- Print and keep a copy: Print a hard copy of your confirmation number and store it in a safe place.
- Save in email: Store your confirmation number in your email as a draft or note.
What if none of the recovery methods work?
Unfortunately, if you cannot recover your confirmation number, you will not be able to check the lottery results. The U.S. government does not provide any other method for retrieving the number. In this case, you must wait until the next lottery cycle and register more carefully.