US Court Orders Opening of 2027 DV Lottery Registration

A US federal court in Washington DC has ordered the State Department to open registration for the 2027 Diversity Visa (DV) lottery program. The ruling followed a lawsuit by 'Red Eagle Law' after the Trump administration failed to open the program on time. According to the court order, registration should begin on November 1, 2026, for a 30-day period, with details to be announced by October 29. However, the Trump administration has filed an appeal against the ruling and is seeking to stay the court's order. It is noted that being selected in the lottery does not guarantee a visa, as applicants must still meet specific education, work, and legal requirements.