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Diversity Visa green card lottery — DV-2027 registration dates, photo requirements, selectee statistics by country, consular interview preparation, and adjustment-of-status filing for U.S.-based winners.

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What happens to Diversity Visa applicants from affected countries after June 9, 2025?

Consulates will not schedule new DV interviews for selectees from the 19 affected countries and may withhold or delay visa stamps even where interviews already took place.

Read: Diversity Visa Processing After June 9, 2025 Ban: No Interviews
How has the US Diversity Visa Program been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic?

During the pandemic, President Trump issued Proclamation 10014 in April 2020, temporarily halting the processing of diversity visas for ten months before they were repealed by President Biden.

Read: Future of the US Diversity Visa Program Under Trump’s Reelection
What new requirements were added for future diversity visa applicants starting April 2026?

Future diversity visa applicants will need to provide valid, unexpired passport details and upload a digital scan of the passport’s biographic page at the time of entry, along with paying a $1 non-refundable registration fee.

Read: DV-2026 Diversity Visa (green Card) Lottery Excludes 19 Countries on October 2, 2024
What changes were made to the Diversity Visa Lottery under Project 2025?

The Diversity Visa Lottery was ended, allowing people from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States to no longer apply for permanent residency through this program.

Read: Immigration Surpasses Economy as Top Voter Concern in 2025
Where can applicants apply for the US Green Card DV-2026 lottery?

Applicants must fill out an online form on the official U.S. Department of State website to apply.

Read: US Green Card Lottery DV-2026 Registration Opens
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