Your Chances to Win The Green Card Lottery
Chances to Win the DV Lottery by Country
Below is a data from the 2021 Diversity Visa Lottery. It lists, for each eligible country, the total number of entries with derivatives (Entrants), the number of those entries selected as winners (Winners), and the corresponding chance to be selected (%). Note: Countries not included here were not eligible to participate in DV‐2021: Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, China (mainland-born), Colombia, Dominican Republic, El Salvador, Guatemala, Haiti, India, Jamaica, Mexico, Nigeria, Pakistan, Philippines, South Korea, United Kingdom (except Northern Ireland) and its dependent territories, and Vietnam.
| Country | Number Of Entrants | Selected Entrants (Winners) | Chances To Be Selected |
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DV Lottery Chances FAQ
How to get selected in DV Lottery? Is it random?
Diversity Visa program selection is 100% random and does not depend on job skills, language, or education beyond the basic eligibility criteria. Check this article to learn How are the Green Card Lottery winners selected: https://dvlottery.me/blog/3500-how-dv-lottery-winners-selected .
What are the chances of winning the Green Card Lottery?
The possibility of getting selected varies each year depending on your region and the total number of entries. On average, the global DV Lottery chances range between 1–2%. Your chances by country also depend on regional quotas and how many people apply from your country.
Does my country of birth affect my Green Card chances?
Yes. The program distributes visas by region, with preference given to countries with historically low immigration to the United States. So your Green Card chances may be higher if fewer people from your country apply.
How to increase chances of winning the Green Card Lottery?
Although selection is random, you can improve your overall DV Lottery odds by avoiding disqualification. Submit a complete and correct application ( https://dvlottery.me/ds-5501-edv-form - DS-5501 form practice), ensure your photo meets the specifications ( https://dvlottery.me/dv-lottery-photo-checker - Photo checker), and if you’re married, submit separate entries for each spouse. These steps won’t hack the lottery, but they'll improve your odds by avoiding common mistakes.
What are the chances of getting selected in DV Lottery if I apply more than once?
Each person can only submit one entry per year. If you apply more than once in a given year, all entries will be disqualified. However, you can apply every year as long as you’re eligible; there is no lifetime limit. So if you’re wondering “how many times can you apply for a Green Card Lottery”, the answer is: once per year, unlimited years.
Do married couples have better chances of winning?
Yes. A married couple can submit two separate entries (one for each spouse), effectively doubling their household’s chances of winning a Green Card. Check the DV Lottery Family Application Rules here: https://dvlottery.me/blog/4000-dv-lottery-family-application-rules
Does applying early increase my chances?
No. All entries submitted within the official entry period have equal DV Lottery winning chances. Nevertheless, keep in mind that during the final days of the application period, the dvprogram.state.gov website may experience slowdowns due to high traffic. It’s best not to wait until the lottery deadline to submit your entry form.
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