DV Diversity Lottery

Green Card Lottery



Did you Know?

The winner's spouse, and his or her children who are age 21 or younger are also eligible to receive their Green Cards.

A Green Card holder has the same rights and obligations as a US Citizen except voting and holding certain Governmental jobs.

Application procedures are basically identical every year. However this year's Diversity Program is submitted electronically through the EDV Entry Form.

Approximately 10 million people applied last year to the DV Program.

3 million applications were disqualified for failing to submit a proper application.

Undocumented applicants in the US (Illegal Aliens) are allowed to apply for the Green Card lottery.

Any applicant can apply from within the United States or from abroad. Any return address may be used. (for winning notification)

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Quick Facts

  • "Diversity Visa program" is the official name given to the "Green Card Lottery"
  • Green Cards allow an individual and his or her family to permanently reside and work anywhere in the United States
  • Each applicant has an equal chance of success