Which Countries Are Not Eligible for the DV Lottery: 2023 Guide

Discover the countries not eligible for the DV Lottery in 2023 due to high immigration rates. Learn more about eligibility criteria.

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Countries ineligible for the DV Lottery include those with high immigration rates to the U.S. For 2023, these are Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China, Colombia, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Haiti, Honduras, India, Jamaica, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, South Korea, United Kingdom (except Northern Ireland), and Vietnam. Being ineligible means too many people from these countries immigrated in recent years.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What is the DV Lottery? The DV Lottery, or Diversity Visa Lottery, is a program that provides visas to individuals from countries with low immigration rates to the U.S.
  2. Why are certain countries ineligible for the DV Lottery? Countries are deemed ineligible because they have high rates of immigration to the U.S. in recent years, resulting in too many applicants.
  3. How can I find out if my country is eligible for the DV Lottery? You can check the official U.S. State Department website for the most recent list of eligible and ineligible countries for the DV Lottery.
  4. What years did the ineligibility apply for the DV Lottery? The countries listed as ineligible for the DV Lottery specifically apply to the 2023 selection process.

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