Who is eligible for DV lottery?

Entrants must have at least a high school education (or equivalent) or two years of qualifying work experience within the past five years.

When can I apply for Diversity Visa 2023?

The U.S. Department of State (DOS) Bureau of Consular Affairs announced that the online registration period for the 2023 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV lottery program) began on Wednesday, October 6, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (ET), and will conclude on Tuesday, November 9, 2021, at 12:00 p.m. (ET).

How many times can I apply for DV lottery?

once per year
Each eligible person can apply to enter the DV lottery once per year. We suggest that you keep your odds high by applying once only. Your chances will be significantly reduced if you apply more than once because the system automatically voids all applications that are found to be duplicated.

Can both spouses apply for DV Lottery?

Yes, a married couple may each submit a DV Lottery application and if either is selected, the other would also be entitled to a permanent resident card.

How long does the green card lottery process take?

about 2 years
If selected, you must complete all the Green card application process requirements. Once this step is completed, you must wait for the U.S Embassy to review your visa request. The process, from the initial lottery process to immigration, will take about 2 years. It guarantees none of these times.

What documents are needed for DV?

In order to register for the DV Lottery, you must provide the following information:

• Last name, first name(s)
• Date, place, and country of birth.
• Address.
• Passport information (number, country of issue, and expiry date of the passport)
• Marital status.
• if applicable, information on children and spouse.

Is DV lottery for 2023 Open?

Is DV Lottery 2023 Open? EDV 2023 is now open. Hence the interested eligible candidates can apply for dv 2023.

Do I have to pay for DV Lottery 2023?

Program Overview For Fiscal Year 2023, up to 55,000 Diversity Visas (DVs) will be available. There is no cost to register for the DV program. Applicants who are selected in the program (selectees) must meet simple but strict eligibility requirements to qualify for a DV.

Can a married couple each submit a separate DV Lottery application?

Can a married couple each submit a separate DV Lottery Application? Yes, a married couple may each submit a DV Lottery application and if either is selected, the other would also be entitled to a permanent resident card.

Can a child get a diversity visa through the lottery?

The child may still be able to get a diversity visa, based on a law called the “Child Status Protection Act,” or CSPA. You will need to count the number of days between the start of the visa lottery application period and the date the applicant is selected.

What are the requirements to participate in the DV lottery?

With your country of birth and education there are only two requirements that you must meet to participate in the DV Lottery. These have to be proofed only in the case of winning the lottery. Your country of birth must be qualified to participate in the DV Lottery. Your citizenship is not relevant in this process.

When can I apply for the DV lottery 2022?

Application Deadline: Oct. 15th, 2020! Only until October 15th 2020, you can apply for the official DV Lottery 2022! The online registration for the Green Card Lottery is now available in several languages:

How do I calculate my child’s age for the visa lottery?

You will need to count the number of days between the start of the visa lottery application period and the date the applicant is selected. Then subtract this amount of time from the child’s age on the date he or she is able to get a visa. Also important is that your children must remain unmarried until they have become U.S. permanent residents.