What Happens if I Don’t Want to Move to the USA Right Away?
Have you won the Green Card Lottery, but are not yet ready to move to the US? Don’t worry! Contact USAFIS and let us discuss the options that you have.
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Are you sitting at home and wondering what’s next after winning the DV Lottery? You are not alone. A lot of people don’t think they will ever win it, so the reality only begins to sink in after they have been told they are one of the lucky 55,000 people who have been invited to come to America as permanent residents.
If you find yourself in that situation, do not worry, because we have a solution for you. The situation is not as bad as you might think, as long as you know the right ways to handle it. Read on for more information!
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Do You Have to Move to the US if You Win the Green Card Lottery?
Your Diversity Immigrant Visa will usually be valid for up to six months after it is issued, so you must travel to the United States while it is still valid. The good news is that even if you are not yet ready to relocate permanently to the US, all you have to do is make your appearance so that the authorities know that you have not abandoned your Green Card. Afterwards, you can go back to your home country to finish your preparations to relocate to the US.
Should I Take Part in the Green Card Lottery if I Can’t Move to the US Right Now?
Yes, it usually takes a while to win the Green Card Lottery and the more times you take part, the more your chances of success. Even if you win before you are ready to move to the US, you will still have some time to prepare before the invitation expires.
If I Win, When Will I Be Notified? How Do I Proceed After That?
If you are lucky enough to win, you will be informed based on the contact information you will have provided when applying. Alternatively, you can check on the DV Lottery website in early May after the results are released, by entering your Confirmation Number and other details where indicated. It can take up to 14 months after you are selected as a DV Lottery winner before you attend the consular interview , so in the meantime, you have nothing to do but wait and start making your preparations to relocate to the US.
How to Check if You Won the Green Card Lottery
If you wish to check the status of your application, you can login to the DV Lottery website and go to the page where the results can be accessed. You will need to provide the Confirmation Number you received when you applied and other details to check the results.
What Is the Next Step After Winning the DV Lottery?
After winning the DV Lottery, you still need to attend the consular interview at the US embassy in your country of residence. However, this can take many months before you are invited. First, you need to file the DS-260 Form with the US State Department’s Kentucky Consular Center (KCC) and then wait until you are given the date for the consular interview.
Final Words
Winning the Green Card Lottery has been the direct ticket to many who are now happily living in the US. You too can join them with the right assistance and advice. Contact USAFIS today and let us help you with the process!
FAQ's
How Do I Know if I Won the Lottery?
You will either be contacted via the information you provided or you will have to login to the DV Lottery website, provide your Confirmation Number and other details to check the status of your application yourself. Keep in mind that this entire process takes time, so be patient.
What Happens if I Don’t Want to Move to the USA Right Away?
All you need to do is visit the US while your Diversity Immigrant Visa is valid to make sure your Green Card is not cancelled. Thereafter, you can return to your home country and finish making the preparations to relocate to the US.
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