DIVERSITY VISA LOTTERY (FOR U.S. PERMANENT RESIDENCE)
The 2011 Diversity Lottery Begins October 2, 2009 noon EDT to November 30, 2009 noon EST
Instructions are now available for the State Department's next Diversity Lottery. The Diversity Lottery provides a method for obtaining U.S. lawful permanent residence (green card status). Up to 50,000 green cards are granted this way each year.
A detailed description of the lottery and instructions for applying are available online.
ISSS neither encourages nor discourages participation.
WARNING: DIVERSITY LOTTERY FRAUD!
If you have applied or are thinking about applying for the Diversity
Immigrant Visa Program (or "Diversity Lottery"), please be aware: There have
been reports of fraudulent offers, information, guides, and winners'
notifications by email regarding the diversity lottery. Other fraudulent
schemes involving help with winning strategies and preparing winning entries
are offered, often for a fee.
If you have any questions about the Diversity Lottery, go to the official
U.S. Department of State web site for accurate information. And remember:
a. the lottery is free,
b. there are no email notifications of winners,
c. there are no other persons outside of the government involved with
decision making or notification,
d. there are no winning strategies,
e. you do not need expert or legal advice to enter, and
f. you may consult a lawyer if you choose but it is not required
If, after consulting the government web site, you still have questions about
potential fraud, ISSS advisers will try to help you answer your questions.
See information about the United States Diversity Lottery ...
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