What is a Green Card?
A green card, which is issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), lets you live and work in the United States on a permanent basis.
When to Register?
Electronic applications for participation in the DV-2025 program will be accepted from October 4 to November 7, 2023.
Who can participate in the Green Card Lottery?
In general, anyone who was born in one of the currently eligible countries may participate in the Green Card Lottery if they meet the following requirements:
At least 12 years of formal primary and secondary schooling
At least two years of professional work experience (within the past five years) that required at least two years of training. This experience must have been gained within the last 5 years.
10 Tips from U.S. Embassy for Applying for DV-2025:
Tip #1 – Read the instructions at dvprogram.state.gov to find out if you qualify. Do NOT enter if you do not meet the qualifications.
Tip #2 – Only rely on U.S. government websites. Sites ending in “.gov” are the only official source of DV-2025 information.
Tip #3 – Go to dvprogram.state.gov to submit your entry. This is the ONLY way to enter. Do not be fooled by scams or fraudulent sites.
Tip #4 – There is NO fee to enter. Beware of those who claim they can improve your chances if you pay them, or who offer to complete your application for free.
Tip #5 – Use a photo taken in the last six months. Using an old photo will disqualify you.
Tip #6 – Only submit ONE entry per person. Individuals with more than one primary entry per DV season will be disqualified.
Tip #7 – Remember to list your spouse and ALL unmarried children under the age of 21 in your application, even if they will not be traveling or immigrating with you. Incorrect or missing information in your entry can mean disqualification – even after you are selected.
Tip #8 – Keep your unique confirmation number. You will need this to check the status of the entry when selections are made in May 2024.
Tip #9 – Selections will be made in May 2024. The website dvprogram.state.gov/ESC is the ONLY way to see if you were selected. Do NOT be fooled by any letter or e-mail announcements; these are scams.
Tip #10 – Remember, being selected does not guarantee you an interview or a visa.
Article Sources:
- U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. “Green Card.” https://www.uscis.gov/green-card
- https://bb.usembassy.gov/10-tips-for-the-2025-diversity-visa-lottery/
- https://rubic.us/green-card-dv-2025-vse-chto-nuzhno-znat-o-loteree-grin-kart