If you’ve lost or forgotten your DV-2026 confirmation number, don’t panic — you can still check your result. The U.S. Department of State provides a simple way to recover it online. Here’s exactly what to do.
How to Retrieve Your DV Lottery Confirmation Number
Follow these steps to recover your lost DV-2026 confirmation number:
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Go to the Official DV Lottery Site
Visit dvprogram.state.gov and click the “Check Status” button. -
Click on “Forgot Confirmation Number”
Under the form, you’ll see a link that says “Forgot Confirmation Number”. Click it to open the Verify Entrant page. -
Fill in the Required Information
On the Verify Entrant page, enter the following details exactly as they appeared on your original entry:-
Program Year: Select DV-2026
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Name: Type your full name just as you entered it during application. If any name field was left blank, check the box under that field.
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Date of Birth: Enter your birthdate in MM/DD/YYYY format (e.g., 01/01/1980)
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Email Address: Use the same email you submitted with your DV entry.
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Captcha Code: Enter the characters shown in the image. You can click the speaker icon to hear them or refresh the code if it’s hard to read.
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Submit the Form
After entering everything, click Submit. Your confirmation number will be displayed on the next page if the details match.
Important Tips
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Spelling and format must match exactly what you used in your DV application. Even a small error will return no result.
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If you didn’t enter an email address during the original entry, or if you’ve forgotten which one you used, it won’t work.
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This tool only works for the primary applicant, not derivatives like spouse or children.
FAQs – Recovering DV Confirmation Number
Can I recover my DV confirmation number online?
Yes, you can recover it at dvprogram.state.gov by clicking the “Forgot Confirmation Number” link on the status check page.
What do I need to recover my DV confirmation number?
You’ll need your full name as used in the original entry, your date of birth, and the email address you submitted when applying.
What if I didn’t use an email address in my DV entry?
If no email was submitted in your original DV entry, you will not be able to recover your confirmation number.
Can I recover the confirmation number for a family member?
No. Only the primary applicant can recover their confirmation number. You cannot retrieve it for a spouse or child.
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