Did You Miss the DV-2027 Green Card Lottery? No. It Never Opened. Here's What Has Changed
Every October, millions of people enter the U.S. green card lottery. In 2025 the registration period never opened, and as of late September 2026 there are still no DV-2027 instructions, even though DV-2027's visa year begins October 1. Meanwhile, two new rules will change how you enter: a passport scan and a $1 fee. Here's where things stand and how to avoid lottery scams.