The United States Diversity Visa (DV) Program for 2026 is now open, offering up to 55,000 foreign nationals the chance to apply for a visa. The application window opened on October 2, and interested individuals have until November 5, 2024, to submit their entries online, according to the US State Department.
The DV lottery focuses on countries with low immigration rates to the US, and successful applicants are granted permanent residency. However, citizens of several countries, including India, are not eligible to apply this year due to high immigration numbers.
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What is the Diversity Visa lottery?
The DV Program is an annual lottery that provides an opportunity for people from countries with low immigration rates to obtain permanent residency in the United States. The initiative allows individuals who otherwise may not have a path to a green card to secure one.
Though the registration process is free, there are certain requirements and conditions to meet. “It’s a chance for those who otherwise may not have many options,” according to the US Department of State.
To qualify, applicants must meet the programme’s education or work experience requirements. Selected entrants will also undergo an interview process, and consular officers will determine if they qualify for the visa.
Application rules
Only one entry per person is allowed during the…
