The 2025 Diversity Visa Program opens at 12:00 p.m. EDT on October 4. Thinking about entering? Read the program instructions.
The 2025 Diversity Visa (DV) Program will open from October 4 to November 7, 2023, and allows those from countries with low U.S. immigration rates, who meet eligibility requirements, to enter for a chance to apply for a U.S. immigrant visa.
Below are the 10 Tips for Applying for 2025 Diversity Visa Program:
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. travel.state.gov and dvprogram.state.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.
Find out DV-2025 photo requirements.
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.
Any individuals or services that claim they can increase your chances of being selected are being dishonest. DV selection is performed completely randomly from the eligible entries.
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DISCLAIMER: This post and content is designed for general information only and is NOT legal advice. This site is not offering any Diversity Visa and is not the official site for DV Lottery program. The information presented in this post should not be construed to be formal legal advice.