The USA Diversity Visa (DV) Lottery is a program administered by the U.S. Department of State that provides an opportunity for individuals from countries with low rates of immigration to the United States to apply for a chance to obtain a U.S. visa. The primary purpose of the DV Lottery is to promote diversity among immigrants coming to the U.S. Winners of the lottery, selected through a random process, are eligible to apply for immigrant visas, leading to permanent residency in the United States. The application process typically occurs annually, and participants must meet specific eligibility criteria to qualify for entry.