What is the Diversity Visa (DV) program and how can I participate?

The Diversity Visa (DV) program, also known as the Green Card Lottery, is an annual lottery program run by the U.S. Department of State. It aims to diversify the immigrant population in the United States by granting 55,000 immigrant visas each year to individuals from countries with historically low rates of immigration to the U.S. To participate, individuals must meet the eligibility criteria, which include being a native of an eligible country and having at least a high school education or two years of work experience in an occupation requiring at least two years of training. Applications for the DV program are only accepted during a specific registration period, typically in October. It is important to note that winning the lottery does not guarantee a visa, as the number of selected applicants exceeds the available visas.