Greencard Lottery Registry

General

• The photograph for each applicant must be an unmounted, full face photo, as described below

• The photograph(s) must be no more than 30 days old when you file your application.

• All photos must be of just the person.

• Where more than one photo is required, all photos of the person must be identical.

• All photos must meet the specifications for full-frontal/passport photos.

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Digital Photos

Digitally reproduced photographs must be reproduced without discernible pixels or dot patterns. Photocopied photographs are NOT accepted.

Head Position & Background

• Head should be positioned directly facing the camera

• Photo should capture from slightly above top of hair to middle of chest

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The computer will select at random individuals from among all qualified entries. They will be notified by mail between May and July 2008 and will be provided further instructions, including information on fees connected with immigration to the U.S. Those selected in the random drawing are NOT notified by email. Those individuals NOT selected will NOT receive any notification. U.S. embassies and consulates will not be able to provide a list of successful entrants. Spouses and unmarried children under age 21 of successful entrants may also apply for visas to accompany or follow to join the principal applicant. DV-2009 visas will be issued between October 1, 2008 and September 30, 2009.

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