The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, administered by the U.S. Department of State, offers a chance for individuals from countries with historically low immigration rates to the U.S. to obtain a U.S. permanent resident visa. For DV-2026, up to 55,000 visas will be distributed randomly among qualifying applicants.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be natives of countries with low immigration rates to the U.S. as listed in the DV-2026 instructions. Additionally, applicants must meet educational or work experience requirements, having either:
- A high school education or its equivalent, or
- Two years of work experience within the past five years in an occupation requiring at least two years of training or experience.
Countries such as India, China, and Mexico, among others, are ineligible due to high immigration rates.
How to Apply
The online registration for the DV-2026 program begins on October 2, 2024, and closes on November 5, 2024. Interested applicants should visit the official website dvprogram.state.gov to submit their entries. Make sure to complete your own application, as third-party assistance may lead to fraud or errors.
Important Notes
- Submit only one entry, as multiple submissions will disqualify all entries.
- Check your status via the official Entrant Status Check starting May 3, 2025.
- Beware of scams—there is no fee to enter the DV Lottery, and official notifications are never sent by email.
The Diversity Visa Lottery is an excellent opportunity to achieve your dream of living in the United States. Be sure to apply within the specified timeframe to avoid missing out on this life-changing opportunity!