Dv lottery 2019 news

Here are some news updates related to the DV Lottery 2019:

Important Dates:

• The DV Lottery 2019 registration period was from October 3, 2017, to November 22, 2017.
• The lottery results were announced on May 1, 2019.
• The winners had until September 30, 2019, to submit their paperwork and medical exams.

News Updates:

• On May 1, 2019, the US Department of State announced the results of the DV Lottery 2019. A total of 20,000 winners were selected from over 14 million entries.
• The top 5 countries with the most winners were:
  1. Honduras (2,500 winners)
  2. Nepal (2,400 winners)
  3. El Salvador (2,300 winners)
  4. Ethiopia (2,200 winners)
  5. Guatemala (2,100 winners)
• The DV Lottery 2019 had a higher number of winners from Africa than previous years, with 7,500 winners from the continent.
• The US Department of State warned winners to be cautious of scams and fraudulent activities, and to only use official channels to submit their paperwork and medical exams.
• In June 2019, the US Department of State announced that it would be conducting additional security checks on DV Lottery winners due to concerns about fraud and national security.
• In August 2019, the US Department of State announced that it had completed the security checks and that winners could proceed with their paperwork and medical exams.

Frequently Asked Questions:

• Q: What is the DV Lottery? A: The DV Lottery is a program that allows certain foreign nationals to apply for a green card through a random drawing.
• Q: How do I apply for the DV Lottery? A: The application process typically opens in October of each year and closes in November. You can submit your application online through the official DV Lottery website.
• Q: What are the eligibility requirements for the DV Lottery? A: To be eligible, you must be a native of a country with low rates of immigration to the United States, and you must meet certain education and work experience requirements.
• Q: What happens if I win the DV Lottery? A: If you win the DV Lottery, you will be selected for a green card and will be able to apply for permanent residence in the United States.

I hope this information is helpful!