Table of Contents
- Introduction
- The Diversity Visa DV 2024 Green Card Lottery
- DV Lottery Eligible Countries
- Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Conclusion
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Introduction
Welcome back to another informative blog post about U.S. immigration laws. In today's article, we will be discussing the Diversity Visa (DV) 2024 Green Card Lottery and the eligible countries for this program. Please take a moment to subscribe to our blog and click the notification bell to stay updated on future content.
The Diversity Visa DV 2024 Green Card Lottery
The Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery, also known as the Green Card Lottery, is an annual program that allows individuals from certain countries to apply for permanent residency in the United States. The DV 2024 Green Card Lottery is open for registration from October 5 to November 8, 2022.
DV Lottery Eligible Countries
Each year, a list of qualified countries whose natives are eligible to enter the Green Card Lottery is announced. Below, you will find the DV Lottery eligible countries for the year 2022, categorized by region:
Africa Region
- Algeria
- Angola
- Benin
- Botswana
- Burkina Faso
- Burundi
- Cameroon
- Cabo Verde
- Central African Republic
- Chad
- Comoros
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Djibouti
- Egypt
- Equatorial Guinea
- Eritrea
- Eswatini
- Ethiopia
- Gabon
- Gambia
- Ghana
- Guinea
- Guinea-Bissau
- Kenya
- Lesotho
- Liberia
- Libya
- Madagascar
- Malawi
- Mali
- Mauritania
- Mauritius
- Morocco
- Mozambique
- Namibia
- Niger
- Rwanda
- Sao Tome and Principe
- Senegal
- Seychelles
- Sierra Leone
- Somalia
- South Africa
- South Sudan
- Sudan
- Tanzania
- Togo
- Tunisia
- Uganda
- Zambia
- Zimbabwe
Asia Region
- Afghanistan
- Bahrain
- Bhutan
- Bruni
- Burma
- Cambodia
- Indonesia
- Iran
- Iraq
- Israel
- Japan
- Jordan
- Kuwait
- Laos
- Lebanon
- Malaysia
- Maldives
- Mongolia
- Nepal
- North Korea
- Oman
- Qatar
- Saudi Arabia
- Singapore
- Sri Lanka
- Syria
- Taiwan
- Thailand
- Timor-Leste
- United Arab Emirates
- Yemen
Natives of the following Region countries are not eligible for this year’s Diversity Visa program:
Persons born in the areas administered prior to June 1967 by Israel, Jordan, Syria, and Egypt are
chargeable, respectively, to Israel, Jordan, Syria, and Egypt. Persons born in the Gaza Strip are chargeable
to Egypt; persons born in the West Bank are chargeable to Jordan; persons born in the Golan Heights are
chargeable to Syria.
** Macau S.A.R. (Europe region, chargeable to Portugal) and Taiwan (Asia region) do qualify and are listed.
For the purposes of the diversity program only, persons born in Macau S.A.R. derive eligibility from
Portugal.
***Persons born in the Habomai Islands, Shikotan, Kunashiri, and Etorofu are chargeable to Japan. Persons
born in Southern Sakhalin are chargeable to Russia.
Natives of the following Asia Region countries are not eligible for this year’s Diversity Visa program:
Bangladesh, China (including Hong Kong), India, Pakistan, South Korea, Philippines, and Vietnam
EUROPE
Albania
Andorra
Armenia
Austria
Azerbaijan
Belarus
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark (including components and dependent areas overseas)
Estonia
Finland
France (including components and
dependent areas overseas)
Georgia
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Kazakhstan
Kosovo
Kyrgyzstan
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Macau Special Administrative Region**
North Macedonia
Malta
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Netherlands (including components and dependent areas overseas)
Northern Ireland***
Norway (including components and
dependent areas overseas)
Poland
Portugal (including components and dependent areas overseas)
Romania
Russia****
San Marino
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Tajikistan
Turkey
Turkmenistan
Ukraine
United Kingdom (including dependent areas)
Uzbekistan
Vatican City
** Macau S.A.R. does qualify and is listed above and for the purposes of the diversity
program only; persons born in Macau S.A.R. derive eligibility from Portugal.
***For purposes of the diversity program only, Northern Ireland is treated separately. Northern
Ireland does qualify and is listed among the qualifying areas.
**** Persons born in the Habomai Islands, Shikotan, Kunashiri, and Etorofu are chargeable to Japan.
Persons born in Southern Sakhalin are chargeable to Russia.
Great Britain (United Kingdom) and its dependent areas do qualify for DV-2025. Great Britain
(United Kingdom) includes the following dependent areas: Anguilla, Bermuda, British Virgin
Islands, British Indian Ocean Territory, Cayman Islands, Falkland Islands, Gibraltar, Montserrat,
Pitcairn, South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands, St. Helena, and Turks and Caicos Islands.
NORTH AMERICA
Bahamas, The
In North America, natives of Canada and Mexico are not eligible for this year’s DV program.
OCEANIA
Australia (including components and
dependent areas overseas)
Fiji
Kiribati
Marshall Islands
Micronesia, Federated States of
Nauru
New Zealand (including components and
dependent areas overseas)
Palau
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
Solomon Islands
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
SOUTH AMERICA, CENTRAL AMERICA, AND THE CARIBBEAN
Antigua and Barbuda
Argentina
Barbados
Belize
Bolivia
Chile
Costa Rica
Cuba
Dominica
Ecuador
Grenada
Guatemala
Guyana
Nicaragua
Panama
Paraguay
Peru
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Suriname
Trinidad and Tobago
Uruguay
Countries in this region whose natives are not eligible for this year’s DV program:
Brazil, Colombia, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, Jamaica, Mexico, and Venezuela.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. What is the Diversity Visa (DV) 2024 Green Card Lottery?
The Diversity Visa (DV) 2024 Green Card Lottery is an annual program that provides an opportunity for individuals from eligible countries to apply for permanent residency in the United States.
2. How can I enter the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery?
To enter the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery, you must register online during the registration period specified by the U.S. Department of State. The registration process requires basic personal information and a photograph.
3. When is the registration period for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery?
The registration period for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery is from October 5 to November 8, 2022.
4. Are there any countries ineligible for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery?
Yes, there are a few countries that are ineligible for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery. The list of ineligible countries may vary from year to year.
5. How can I find out if my country is eligible for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery?
You can find out if your country is eligible for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery by referring to the official list provided by the U.S. Department of State. The list is categorized by regions, namely Africa and Asia.
6. What are the benefits of participating in the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery?
Participating in the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery provides individuals with the chance to gain permanent residency in the United States. This offers various benefits, including the right to live and work in the country, access to healthcare and education, and the opportunity to become a U.S. citizen.
7. Can I apply for the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery if I am already residing in the United States?
No, individuals who are already residing in the United States as lawful permanent residents or through other visa categories are not eligible to participate in the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery. The program is specifically designed for individuals living outside of the country.
8. How are DV Lottery winners selected?
DV Lottery winners are selected through a randomized computer drawing conducted by the U.S. Department of State. The selection process is designed to ensure fairness and diversity among the winners.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the DV 2024 Green Card Lottery is an opportunity for individuals from eligible countries to apply for permanent residency in the United States. If you are interested in participating in the program, make sure to check the official list of DV Lottery eligible countries and register during the specified registration period. Good luck to all the applicants!
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