If you are going to apply to Diversity Immigrant Visa Program (DV) 2025, you must keep in mind that the photo you will send for the procedure is very important and, if you do not do it correctly, you may lose the opportunity to access the desired Green Card.
The State Department announced the annual Visa Lottery call for 2025, which seeks to benefit nearly 55,000 people from countries with low levels of migration to the United States. Those eligible will be able to obtain permanent residence, which, in the future, paves the way to obtaining US citizenship.
HOW CAN I REGISTER FOR THE 2025 VISA LOTTERY IN THE USA?
According to Department of State and the portal UsaGov, Registration for the 2025 Visa Lottery began on Wednesday, October 4, 2023 and will end on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 12:00 PM (Eastern Time) (GMT-5).To register, you must follow the following steps:
- Register online at the DV Program.
- read the instructions for the registration process.
- Keep your registration confirmation number to check the status of your application.
NOTE: You should know that the winners of DV-2025 will be selected through a computerized random draw.
WHAT SHOULD THE PHOTO BE TO APPLY FOR THE 2025 VISA LOTTERY?
The photograph of the participant must be recent, taken in the last six months. Must be perfectly focused, in front of a white background and with balanced lighting that allows the features of your face to be clearly identified so that the authorities can process the request properly. Below are some specifications for your images and what you should keep in mind if you are going to apply for the 2025 visa lottery.
- You must be in color.
- The image must be in focus.
- The shot must be from the last six months to reflect your current appearance.
- Taken in front of a white or off-white background
- Taken in full view directly in front of the camera
- The facial expression should be neutral and both eyes open. (Do not smelling)
- Taken with clothes you normally wear every day
- You should not wear uniforms, except religious clothing that is worn daily.
- Do not wear a hat or head covering that darkens your hair or hairline, unless worn daily for a religious purpose.
- Your entire face should be visible and the head covering should not cast shadows on your face.
- Headphones, wireless hands-free devices or similar items are not acceptable in your photo.
- Do not wear glasses.
- If you normally use a hearing device or similar items, you may use them in your photography.
- Digitally copied or scanned photographs of driver’s licenses or other official documents are not accepted.
- Snapshots, magazine photos, low-quality vending machine photos, and full-length photos are not accepted.
- You must upload your digital image in JPEG (.jpg) file format, equal to or less than 240 kB (kilobytes) file size.
- In a square aspect ratio (600×600 pixels dimension)
- Size: The head is between 1 inch and 1 3/8 inches (22 mm and 35 mm) or between 50 and 69% of the total height of the image from the bottom of the chin to the top of the head.
IS IT BETTER TO HIRE A STUDIO TO TAKE MY PHOTO FOR THE 2025 VISA DRAW?
The Department of State recommends that you use a professional photography service to ensure that the photograph meets all requirements. Anyway, here we leave the photo composition template so you have more details about the size requirements.
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY PHOTO FOR THE 2025 VISA LOTTERY IS TAKEN WRONG?
DV entry photographs must meet the same standards as US visa photographs. If your photo does not meet specifications or has been manipulated in any way, you may not be eligible for a DV.
CAN I SEND THE PHOTO OF MY APPLICATION TO THE 2024 VISA LOTTERY?
No. If you send the same photograph that you sent with the previous year’s registration, you will not be eligible for a diversity visa.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE 2025 VISA LOTTERY IN THE USA
WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS TO APPLY FOR THE VISA-2025 LOTTERY IN THE USA?
To apply for Participation in the 2025 Diversity Immigrant Visa Program, it is necessary to meet a series of requirements, including:
- Be a citizen of a country with a low rate of migration to the United States.
- Have completed 12 years of primary and secondary education, or have a recognized equivalency.
- Alternatively, have at least two years of work experience in an eligible occupation, acquired within the last five years, and that is designated as Work Zone 4 or 5.
Note: The Department of Labor offers resources and details on job responsibilities, required knowledge and skills, educational and training requirements, as well as other occupational specifics through its website: https://www.onetonline.org/.
WHEN DOES REGISTRATION FOR THE 2025 VISA LOTTERY START?
The registration schedule for the 2025 Visa Lottery began on Wednesday, October 4, 2023. Applicants, from that date, can register on the DV Program website, online. Find out the schedule here.