I was selected in the 2013 lottery in rep of ireland.
heres what happened me,and if it helps anyone,then great!!! oct 2011=submitted entry
may 12-2012,checked website with confirmation code and saw i was selected for further processing.
may 20-downloaded forms,got 2 photos and sent them to kcc.
oct 3-received email stating interview date in dublin for dec 3rd.
nov =got police certificate,leaving cert results,and done medical.
dec 3,attented embassy.paid 330 dollars for visa.handed in forms.
everything was right,and visa will b posted to my house in jan 2013.
i have till sep 30 to enter usa.
thats my story,thats how long it all took.
if anyones wondering the procedure for rep of ireland,this is it from the horses mouth.
best of luck to all involved.
darren.
I am going to have an interview in Dublin. Would you please point out what kind of questions they asked? Thanks