USA Diversity Visa Program (DV Lottery)

The Diversity Visa (DV) program, also known as the US DV lottery or Green Card, provides immigrant visas to applicants from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the United States. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements and can live, work, and study in the United States if selected and issued a visa. The program is run annually by the U.S. Department of State and involves an online application process during a designated registration period.

Eligibility for an immigrant visa (Green Card) allowing permanent residence in the United States; ability to live, work, and study in the United States.

Applicants must be natives of countries with historically low migration rates to the United States and must meet education/experience requirements; spouses and unmarried children under 21 may be included in the application.

Submit an online entry during the official registration period at the DV Lottery website; if selected, follow further instructions to apply for an immigrant visa.