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Update on Diversity Visa (DV) Program 2025: Close to Reaching 7 Percent Cap for Egypt

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Informational only, not legal advice. Confirm deadlines on the official notice or with a qualified professional.

The Diversity Visa (DV) program for 2025 is approaching its 7 percent administrative cap for applicants from Egypt. This means visa availability for Egyptian nationals under the DV lottery may soon be exhausted for the current fiscal year.
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