http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/ 60 The latest news about the 2012 Green Card Lottery (DV-2014) by USA Diversity Lottery, the easy way to get a green card. en-us http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/cssfiles/images/rssfeed.jpg http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/ 144 144 Win a U.S. DV2014 Green Card in this years lottery. Copyright 2012, USA Diversity Lottery Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:00:00 -0500 Super Simple RSS customerservice@usadiversitylottery.com (Pete Lopez) http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green_card_lottery_winning_chances.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green_card_lottery_winning_chances.php If you have ever wondered what the chance of winning in the USA Green Card Lottery is, then our green card lottery odds calculator will give you the answer. Mon, 16 Jul 2012 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/new-green-card-lottery-fee.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/new-green-card-lottery-fee.php Since the diversity visa lottery was established in 1990 by the U.S. Congress, the American DV-Lottery has always been free for applicants to enter. However, that has changed this year. Thu, 26 Apr 2012 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2013-green-card-lottery-news.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2013-green-card-lottery-news.php According to the US State Department, only eight million people entered the DV-2013 diversity visa lottery, trying to win a US green card in the latest US diversity visa lottery. Thu, 22 Mar 2012 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/obama-green-card.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/obama-green-card.php President Obama announced last week that his administration will create a new green card that could spare hundreds of thousands of United States of America citizens from prolonged separations from immigrant spouses and children. Currently, illegal immigrants who are married to or are children of U.S. citizens are generally allowed under the law to become legal residents with a visa known as a green card. However ... Tue, 10 Jan 2012 17:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/major-dv2013-lottery-entry-form-blunder.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/major-dv2013-lottery-entry-form-blunder.php One would think that an electronic entry form that is to process 15-17 million applicants in a little more than 4 weeks would have been tested appropriately before being uploaded to the Department of States web site for applicant to submit their information through. Tue, 18 Oct 2011 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv-2013-green-card-lottery-update.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv-2013-green-card-lottery-update.php The US Department of State has announced that the Diversity Visa Lottery DV-2013, natives of South Sudan and Poland are now eligible for selection, while Bangladesh natives are now ineligible. These are the only changes from the DV-2012 green card lottery. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2012-green-card-lottery-result-canceled.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2012-green-card-lottery-result-canceled.php Today the US State Department voided the results of the Diversity Visa 2010 (DV-2012) program following the discovery of a computer programming error in the random selection process. Mon, 16 May 2011 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2013-usa-green-card-lottery.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2013-usa-green-card-lottery.php Most people worldwide can obtain a USA Green Card without any form of sponsorship by participating in the USA Green Card Lottery which is held each year. This is a green card lottery where applicants from all over the world can submit an application for the American 2011 Green Card Lottery and be considered for a USA Green Card. Tue, 10 May 2011 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2012-green-card-lottery-record.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2012-green-card-lottery-record.php The DV2012 diversity visa lottery program also know as the green card lottery, drew 25 percent more entries than last year according to the U.S. State Department. Tue, 07 Dec 2010 13:15:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2013-immigration-news-11302010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2013-immigration-news-11302010.php U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) reminds customers that its new fee schedule goes into effect Nov. 23, 2010. Tue, 30 Nov 2010 13:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/naturalization-fact-sheet.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/naturalization-fact-sheet.php The United States has a long history of welcoming immigrants from all parts of the world. During the last decade, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) welcomed more than 6.8 million naturalized citizens into the fabric of our nation. Wed, 22 Sep 2010 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-jun282010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-jun282010.php After a year-long overhaul, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) has launched a completely redesigned web interface for employers using the Agency’s E-Verify Program. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/new-green-card-design-faq.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/new-green-card-design-faq.php The enhanced features will better serve law enforcement, employers, and immigrants, all of whom look to the Green Card as definitive proof of authorization to live and work in the United States. Fri, 14 May 2010 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/new-green-card-design.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/new-green-card-design.php U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it has redesigned the Permanent Resident Card, commonly known as the “Green Card”. Wed, 12 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-apr142010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-apr142010.php U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) today announced it continues to accept H-1B nonimmigrant petitions subject to the Fiscal Year 2011 (FY 2011) cap. USCIS will monitor the number of petitions received for both the 65,000 general cap and the 20,000 U.S. master’s degree or higher educational exemption. Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/military-members-citizenship-guide.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/military-members-citizenship-guide.php Procedures to obtain a U.S. Citizenship for Military Members and family members of active duty military. Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/naturalization-process-for-military-members-and-their-spouses.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/naturalization-process-for-military-members-and-their-spouses.php Reading and understanding this guide is the first step in the naturalization process for military members and their spouses. Some naturalization requirements are difficult to understand and many people have questions about naturalization. If you read this guide before beginning the naturalization process, many of your questions will be answered. Mon, 05 Apr 2010 23:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-mar222010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-mar222010.php Tens of thousands of immigrants and activists rallied here on Sunday, calling for legislation this year to give legal status to millions of illegal immigrants and seeking to pressure President Obama to keep working on the contentious issue once the health care debate is behind him. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 08:45:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-mar122010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-mar122010.php President Barack Obama on Thursday assured immigration advocates frustrated by the wait for a promised overhaul of U.S. immigration laws that he remains committed to fixing a system he has said is broken. What remains unclear is whether Congress will send him a bill this year. Fri, 12 Mar 2010 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2012-usa-green-card-lottery.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/dv2012-usa-green-card-lottery.php Most people worldwide can obtain a USA Green Card without any form of sponsorship by participating in the USA Green Card Lottery which is held each year. This is a green card lottery where applicants from all over the world can submit an application for the American 2010 Green Card Lottery and be considered for a USA Green Card. Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-mar102010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-mar102010.php U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced today that it will begin accepting H-1B petitions subject to the fiscal year (FY) 2011 cap on April 1, 2010. Cases will be considered accepted on the date that USCIS takes possession of a properly filed petition with the correct fee; not the date that the petition is postmarked. Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-mar052010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-mar052010.php The H-2A nonimmigrant visa classification applies to foreign workers coming to or already in the U.S. to perform agricultural work of a temporary or seasonal nature. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-feb182010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-feb182010.php The number of unauthorized immigrants in the United States decreased by 800,000 from 2008 to 2009, the Department of Homeland Security said in a report. There were 11.6 million unauthorized immigrants in the United States in January 2008 and 10.8 million one year later, DHS said. The decrease in the number of immigrants coincided with the U.S. economic downturn, the report said. Thu, 18 Feb 2010 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/green-card-immigration-news-feb032010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/green-card-immigration-news-feb032010.php Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Janet Napolitano today announced the publication of a rule formalizing DHS’ longstanding policy to expedite and streamline the citizenship process for men and women bravely serving in America’s armed forces. Wed, 03 Feb 2010 09:45:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/new-us-eb5-visa-extension.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/new-us-eb5-visa-extension.php United States congressman Jared Polis has proposed a new ’start-up’ visa which would make it easier for foreign entrepreneurs to start companies in America. Wed, 27 Jan 2010 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-lottery-a-security-thread.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-lottery-a-security-thread.php According to testimony of the US State Department’s Inspector General during the 109th Congress, “the Diversity Visa program contains significant risks to national security from hostile intelligence officers, criminals, and terrorists attempting to use the program for entry into the United States as permanent residents.” Thu, 14 Jan 2010 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-jan112010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-jan112010.php Comprehensive immigration reform would add an estimated 1.5 trillion U.S. dollars to the U.S. gross domestic product (GDP) over 10 years, according to a new study released recently. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-jan042010.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-jan042010.php Earlier this month the UN ranked Australia as second in the World for quality of life. Norway is ranked number one at the moment. Australia could very well end up as number one for quality of life in next year’s report. Mon, 04 Jan 2010 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/us-citizenship-army-faq.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/us-citizenship-army-faq.php the US Army started a new recruiting pilot program for foreign health care professionals. Titled “Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest” (MAVNI), the new pilot program allows certain non-citizens who are legally present in the United States to join the Army and apply immediately for US citizenship without first obtaining lawful permanent residence. The US Army MAVNI recruiting program will recruit up to 333 health care professionals (doctors, dentists, psychiatrists, nurses, and others) nationwide. Wed, 30 Dec 2009 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-dec282009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-dec282009.php President Barack Obama’s campaign promise to overhaul immigration laws next year faces an uphill battle in Congress, and it could hurt Democrats in the 2010 midterm elections whether it succeeds or fails. Mon, 28 Dec 2009 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-dec142009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2012-immigration-news-dec142009.php US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) confirmed recently that a number of immigration programs will be extended at least until 30 September 2012. Mon, 14 Dec 2009 09:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-nov132009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-nov132009.php Denmark is offering immigrants from “non-Western” countries that have become a public burden and not adjusted to the danish society, 100,000 Danish kroners (US$20,000) if they volunteer to give up their legal residency and move “home”. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-nov032009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-nov032009.php On Monday, the court asked the administration for its views in a challenge to an Arizona law that punishes companies for hiring illegal aliens. Other states with large immigrant populations will watch the next steps closely, because their own laws and ballot measures could be on the line. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 08:45:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-oct282009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-oct282009.php The Congressional bill to extend a program that lets employers check the legal status of new hires is now awaiting the signature of President Barack Obama. It does not include a proposal from U.S. Sen. Jeff Sessions, R-Mobile, that would have made the program permanent. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:45:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-oct262009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-oct262009.php Widows and widowers would now be eligible regardless of when their partners died or how long they were married. The measure awaits President Obama’s signature. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-sep292009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-sep292009.php The world’s economy took a hit after the global financial meltdown in 2008. Despite this many countries are still maintaining active immigration policies designed to attract skilled overseas talent. Tue, 29 Sep 2009 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-sep222009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-sep222009.php President Obama said this week that his health care plan won’t cover illegal immigrants, but argued that’s all the more reason to legalize them and ensure they eventually do get coverage. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-sep022009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-sep022009.php Green card applications have fallen substantially over the past years. Employers have sponsored less than half the number of employees in 2008 and 2009 than in 2007 and earlier. High unemployment and broader recessionary factors have triggered the decline in permanent resident applications. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-sep012009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h1b-immigration-news-sep012009.php Layoff announcements by IT vendors came fast and furious over the past two weeks. But it was Microsoft Corp.’s that drew the attention of a U.S. senator, who said it was “imperative” that the company give job priority to U.S. citizens over foreigners with H-1B visas. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug182009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug182009.php Granting illegal immigrants coverage is an explosive issue, but the charged debate shouldn’t derail needed changes to the current health system. Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:45:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-aug172009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-aug172009.php Want to become a US citizen? Bring some business savvy and cash. Lots of cash and we will give you a Green Card on fast track. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug112009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug112009.php GUADALAJARA, Mexico Locked in a health care debate that is claiming much of his energy, President Barack Obama acknowledged Monday that a push to overhaul the U.S. immigration system would have to wait until 2010. Tue, 11 Aug 2009 06:45:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-aug072009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-aug072009.php The number of petitions from employers trying to bring foreigners to work permanently in the U.S. has declined dramatically over the last two years, an Associated Press review of government data has found. Fri, 07 Aug 2009 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug052009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug052009.php When the independent, bipartisan Sept. 11 commission issued its report in July 2004, an alarming fact was emphasized: Terrorists need valid identification to board an airplane. The commission asserted that “for terrorists, travel documents are as important as weapons.” Congress subsequently passed the Real ID Act, which was quickly signed into law by President George W. Bush. Wed, 05 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug032009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-aug032009.php Zeituni Polly Onyango, who is the half-sister of Obama’s father, had been staying with relatives in Cleveland but moved back to Boston late last year. With her deportation hearing still six months away, the controversial Kenyan aunt of President Obama has quietly resurfaced in public housing in South Boston. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h-1b-immigration-news-july312009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h-1b-immigration-news-july312009.php Microsoft Corp. Chairman Bill Gates traveled to India this week and delivered a message to Washington: Don’t clamp down on immigration. “The U.S. Congress is very tough on immigration,” Gates said today at the Transforming India through Technology forum in New Delhi, according to compilation of press reports on Microsoft’s MSN India portal. “But why not make an exception for smart people?” Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:15:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july292009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july292009.php The Obama administration has refused to make legally enforceable rules for immigration detention, rejecting a federal court petition by former detainees and their advocates and embracing a Bush-era inspection system that relies in part on private contractors. Wed, 29 Jul 2009 11:50:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/green-card-immigration-news-july282009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/green-card-immigration-news-july282009.php Stretched thin in Afghanistan and Iraq, the American military will begin recruiting skilled immigrants who are living in this country with temporary visas, offering them the chance to become United States citizens in as little as six months. Mon, 27 Jul 2009 09:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july232009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july232009.php Apparently deterred by rising unemployment in the U.S., the number of Mexican immigrants who crossed the border in the past year dropped sharply to the lowest level in a decade, while undocumented workers already here are opting to stay. Thu, 23 Jul 2009 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july222009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july222009.php Illegal immigration is one of those issues that we file under vexing. It vexes us. And part of our frustration lies in our conflicting attitudes over it. We’re told immigrants crossing our border illegally are coming here to work and make a better life for themselves. Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/green-card-immigration-news-july212009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/us-citizenship/green-card-immigration-news-july212009.php The American military will begin recruiting skilled immigrants who are living in this country with temporary visas, offering them the chance to become United States citizens in as little as six months. Mon, 20 Jul 2009 23:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july142009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july142009.php Senator Charles Schumer gave a remarkable speech on immigration. Preparing the way for the Obama administrations expected push for comprehensive reform, Schumer adopted a newer, tougher-sounding tone as he promised that a bill would be passed during this Congress. Tue, 14 Jul 2009 08:10:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july062009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july062009.php Hours before President Obama was set to meet with members of Congress to discuss immigration reform, the presidents chief of staff sought to lower expectations about when that immigration reform might come to pass. Mon, 06 Jul 2009 20:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july052009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-july052009.php President Obama told congressional lawmakers Thursday that he would push for an overhaul of the nations immigration system by early next year. But during the White House meeting, a new political obstacle came into view: how to regulate the influx of foreign workers. Sun, 05 Jul 2009 15:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june252009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june252009.php On the eve of the White Houses long-delayed bipartisan meeting Thursday to kick off its drive to revamp U.S. immigration policy, lawmakers and interest groups weighed on what is needed in a comprehensive bill. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june232009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june232009.php After a two-month review of worksite enforcement policies, the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE) issued new guidelines on April 30 for its agents in the field. The guidelines appear to reinforce the Obama administrations intent to gut immigration enforcement, especially when it comes to detaining and removing illegal aliens in the workplace. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june2212009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june2212009.php Lawmakers will gather at the White House this week for a working session on immigration reform, a meeting that has been highly anticipated by Latino leaders eager for President Barack Obama to honor his campaign promise to put millions of undocumented workers on a "pathway to citizenship." But many Democrats believe they may not have the muscle to pass such a controversial measure - at least not immediately, and possibly not until after the 2010 midterm election. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june222009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june222009.php President Barack Obama said Friday he is committed to a comprehensive immigration overhaul that includes a way for illegal immigrants to become U.S. citizens. Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june192009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june192009.php SAN ANTONIO: Cardinal Francis E. George of Chicago urged President Barack Obama and Congress to enact comprehensive immigration reform before the end of 2009. Fri, 19 Jun 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/immigration-news-january122009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/immigration-news-january122009.php One way in which SOME people can obtain a Green Card without any form of sponsorship is to participate in the Visa Lottery which is held each year. Between October 2 and December 2, 2009 the US State Department have in effect the 2009 Diversity Visa (DV2011) Lottery program. This is a lottery where applications from all over the world are received so that the applicants can be considered for a Green Card. Not everyone in the world is eligible. Only those from traditionally low visa requesting countries may apply. Not every who applies is selected and not everyone who is selected obtains a Green Card. The Visa Lottery has strict exclusions for some countries and specific requirements that must be fulfilled by the recipients. Thu, 18 Jun 2009 15:50:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march182009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march182009.php For decades, high-skilled professionals from across the world, particularly India, have fought their way to US citizenship through legal immigration channels, a process that can take up to a decade or more. Now, Uncle Sam is making it easy. Fight your way, literally, to American citizenship in as little as six months. Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-june162009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/green-card/green-card-immigration-news-june162009.php If you can score enough points based upon criteria such as age, education, language skills, and work experience, you can obtain a three year residence permit under the Danish Green Card scheme which will allow you to live in Denmark and find work. Tue, 16 Jun 2009 07:20:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h-1b-immigration-news-june152009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/h-1b/h-1b-immigration-news-june152009.php Due to the economic downturn there are still H-1B visas available for the FY 2010 quota. Many employers simply cannot afford to employ overseas workers. In addition those companies that accept funding from the "troubled asset relief funding" are prohibited from employing foreign workers. The H-1B Visa is one of the best temporary visa categories for bringing in professional level staff with at least a bachelors degree. In many cases this is the only visa category available to employers to bring in professional level staff. Mon, 15 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june122009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june122009.php Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid (D. Nev.) says that even if a dozen Democratic senators decide not to back an immigration reform bill, he is "sure" the votes can come from Republicans. Reid who is becoming ever more vocal about this issue, said that he was willing to put "the Democratic Partys reputation on the line for immigration reform,". Fri, 12 Jun 2009 08:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june092009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/news/immigration/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june092009.php Jobs previously held by foreign-born workers are being snatched up by natives. Immigrant workers are leaving the state or returning to their home countries. And, for the first time since roughly 2004, the unemployment rate nationally among immigrant workers may be higher than for native workers. Tue, 9 Jun 2009 10:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june082009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-june082009.php Immigration reform to assure Washington agriculture a legal work force likely wont happen this year in Congress, state officials said Friday near the conclusion of a visit to the nations capital to meet with cabinet level agencies. Mon, 8 Jun 2009 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-may292009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-may292009.php Inspired by the famous American green card scheme, the European Commission is considering introducing its own blue card; system to attract more qualified immigrants. Fri, 29 May 2009 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-may262009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-may262009.php Senate Democrats may be close to 60 votes on a measure that would represent the first step towards immigration reform under President Obama. Tue, 26 May 2009 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-may112009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-may112009.php On the thorniest of political issues, President Obama has embraced the enforcement-first position on immigration that he criticized during last year's presidential campaign, and he now says he can't move forward with the type of comprehensive bill he wants until voters are convinced that the borders can be enforced. Mon, 11 May 2009 08:00:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march122009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march122009.php Bank of America Corp. has been forced to withdraw job offers to a small number of foreign-born business students, the latest sign of the government's tightening hold on the banking industry. Wed, 11 Mar 2009 22:15:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march102009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march102009.php What could be worse than graduating from an American business school this year with an interest in banking. Tue, 10 Mar 2009 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march032009.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/green-card-dv2011-immigration-news-march032009.php In the 6,134-word speech, which briefly touched on Afghanistan and the Middle East, one crucial issue wasn't mentioned, immigration. Tue, 3 Mar 2009 09:30:00 -0500 http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/dv2009result.php http://www.usadiversitylottery.com/dv2009result.php The Kentucky Consular Center in Williamsburg, Kentucky has registered and notified the winners of the DV-2009 diversity lottery. The diversity lottery was conducted under the terms of section 203(c) of the Immigration and Nationality Act and makes available *50,000 permanent resident visas annually to persons from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 12:19:35 -0500