Year 2019

I have created a video to explain my guesses about how case numbers could progress. Please understand this is ONLY a guess – and it is very early to be making such predictions, but I understand that people need to… Continue Reading →

Some years ago I wrote an article explaining the lottery draw process and why we get holes in the process. Given that DV2020 has a LOT of holes, I think this is worth revisiting – so I encourage everyone to… Continue Reading →

OK – I have uploaded “part two” of my movie length video. If nothing else this should help you get to sleep – this latest video is VERY long. So – if you are someone that really likes to know… Continue Reading →

As most of you already know the DV2020 selectee numbers were released this morning. As I was analyzing the numbers I created a video that explained my analysis and ideas about the numbers but I also wanted to explain with… Continue Reading →

This is excellent news for DV2020 cases. Huge relief for many people with high case numbers. I will post a more detailed article later, but I at least wanted to show my analysis process and explain why I am feeling… Continue Reading →

No surprises for DV2019 cases – all current. It is now just a matter of making sure you get your interview in September. 2NLs for September interviews will be sent between the 15th and the end of the month. Interviews… Continue Reading →

This is a quick analysis video of the CEAC data that was recently scraped. I’m disappointed with the number of 2NLs that were sent. I am certain this year will be underfilled, but also I am convinced there are people… Continue Reading →

OK, the last 2NLs have been sent, so now we need to scrape the CEAC data to see where we are (how many visas are issued, how many are left and so on. Even though the regions are current, we… Continue Reading →

The final 2NLs for August cases have been sent. For those DV2019 cases that have not yet been scheduled, PLEASE take a few minutes to watch this video and take action if needed.

There are big changes being proposed to the Green Card lottery. The changes will probably be implemented in time for the DV2021 entry period this October. It DOES NOT affect DV2019 or DV2020 in ANY way. You can watch the… Continue Reading →