Diversity Visa

Oct 03, 2026 • Visa News • 3 min read

DV-2026 Gets 10 Extra Days Past Sept. 30 After a Judge Finds the State Department Slow-Walked His Order. The Window Opens After a Short Stay

A federal judge in Medani v. Trump ordered the State Department to keep adjudicating DV-2026 visas for ten days past the September 30 fiscal-year deadline, then let it pause the order up to ten days to fix its systems and issue guidance to 111 consulates.

Diversity Visa DV-2026 State Department Court Ruling

Sep 11, 2026 • Immigration News • 2 min read

Federal Court Vacates the USCIS Diversity Visa Hold — and DV-2026 Selectees Have Under Three Weeks to Use It

A Northern District of California order in Medani v. Trump vacated Policy Memorandum PM-602-0193, forcing USCIS to resume DV adjustment adjudications. With the DV-2026 year ending September 30, the window is nearly closed.

Diversity Visa USCIS Green Card Policy Updates

May 14, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DV2026 Visa Bulletin Released for July 2026

The DV2026 June Visa Bulletin has been published, providing critical updates for diversity visa applicants.

Diversity Visa Visa Bulletin DV2026 Immigration Policy

May 12, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Call for Increased DV-2026 Visa Interviews Before Deadline

Advocates urge for a surge in DV-2026 visa interviews in Africa as the September 30 deadline approaches.

Visa Bulletin Diversity Visa DV-2026 Immigration Policy +1 more

May 04, 2026 • 1Point3Acres • 1 min read

New Immigration Proposal Could Restrict Family-Based Green Cards

A new proposal by Rep. Barry Moore aims to significantly reform U.S. immigration policy, limiting family-based green card eligibility.

Immigration Policy Green Card Family-Based Diversity Visa +1 more

Apr 20, 2026 • X • 1 min read

DV 2026 Visa Bulletin Cut Off Numbers Released for May 2026

The DV 2026 visa bulletin cut off numbers for May 2026 have been published, impacting diversity visa applicants.

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Apr 18, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Alternative Pathways from OPT to Green Card Explained

Explore various options to transition from OPT to a Green Card without needing an H-1B visa.

EB-1 EB-2 EB-3 Diversity Visa +1 more

Mar 31, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

USCIS Overhauls Vetting Process for Immigration Applications

USCIS implements significant changes to its vetting process, impacting thousands of pending immigration applications.

USCIS Immigration Policy EAD Asylum +1 more

Mar 17, 2026 • X • 1 min read

April Visa Bulletin for DV2026 Released

The April Visa Bulletin for the Diversity Visa 2026 program has been published, providing crucial updates for applicants.

Diversity Visa Visa Bulletin DV2026 Immigration Policy

Mar 16, 2026 • X • 1 min read

New State Department Regulations Impacting Nonbinary Immigrants

New regulations from the State Department create barriers for trans and nonbinary individuals seeking entry into the U.S.

Immigration Policy Diversity Visa ICE Transgender Rights +1 more

Mar 13, 2026 • X • 1 min read

State Department Requires Passports for Diversity Visa Applicants

New mandate from the State Department requires passports for Diversity Visa seekers, impacting application processes.

Diversity Visa Passport USCIS Immigration Policy +1 more

Mar 12, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Department of State Enhances Vetting for Diversity Visa Program

New rules announced by the Department of State to improve vetting and combat fraud in the Diversity Immigrant Visa Program.

Diversity Visa Immigration Policy Department of State E.O. 12866 +1 more

Mar 10, 2026 • X • 1 min read

State Department Mandates Passports for Diversity Visa Applicants

New rule requires Diversity Visa applicants to have valid passports before entering the lottery, effective next month.

Diversity Visa Passport Green Card Immigration Policy +1 more

Mar 07, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Trump Administration Proposes Public Charge Bonds for Immigrant Visas

Proposed changes may introduce public charge bonds for immigrant visas, including the Diversity Visa program.

Diversity Visa Public Charge Immigrant Visa USCIS +1 more

Mar 01, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Visa Bulletin Updates for Diversity Immigrant Category in April 2026

The Visa Bulletin for April 2026 reveals new rank cut-offs for the Diversity Immigrant (DV) category.

DV2026 Visa Bulletin Diversity Visa Immigration Policy +1 more

Feb 27, 2026 • X • 1 min read

State Department's Compliance with DV Visa Court Orders Reviewed

Analysis of State Department's compliance with DV-2020 and DV-2021 court orders and implications for DV-2025 selectees.

DV-2020 DV-2021 Diversity Visa Immigration Policy +1 more

Feb 20, 2026 • X • 1 min read

State Department Updates Visa Bulletin on Immigration Policies

The State Department's latest Visa Bulletin reveals changes in immigration policies affecting certain countries.

Visa Bulletin Immigration Policy Diversity Visa Presidential Proclamation +1 more

Feb 16, 2026 • X • 1 min read

Trump Administration Narrows Green Card Pathways for Families and Refugees

Recent changes by the Trump administration impact green card seekers, affecting family reunification and refugee pathways.

Family-Based Refugee Diversity Visa Immigration Policy +1 more

Jan 22, 2026 • LinkedIn • 1 min read

Legal Pathways to U.S. Immigration Without a Degree

Explore various legal options for immigrating to the U.S. without a college degree or work experience.

Family-Based Diversity Visa Asylum Student Visa +1 more