US opens 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery programme registration

US Opens Visa Lottery Registration for 2026 on October 2

The US Department of State will open registration for the 2026 Diversity Visa Lottery on October 2, 2024. This program offers up to 55,000 green cards through a random selection process. It targets individuals born in countries with low immigration rates to the US.

Ghanaians interested in applying can register until November 5, 2024, at 4 pm. The lottery registration begins on October 2 at 4 pm. Results will be announced in May 2025.

Those selected can start applying for green cards from October 1, 2025. To participate, applicants must submit an online form and a digital photo via the official DV lottery website.

Eligibility Criteria for the US Visa Lottery

The visa lottery is open to individuals born in countries with historically low immigration rates to the US. Notably, people born in Nigeria are not eligible to apply. However, applicants may qualify through a spouse or parent's country of birth.

All applicants must have at least a high school education or two years of qualifying work experience within the last five years.

Celebrating Success Stories

Recently, a couple celebrated their migration to the US after winning the diversity visa lottery. In a TikTok video, they shared their journey of applying and winning twice while relocating with their children. They first applied in 2021 and won in 2022.

Legal Insights on Applying for the Visa Lottery

A Ghanaian lawyer discussed potential risks associated with applying for the American Visa Lottery. She highlighted four main dangers that applicants should consider before proceeding. Her insights were shared in a YouTube video.

Applicants should be aware of these disadvantages before seeking American citizenship.