US DV lottery

[Jousams]

Hi all

I couldn't find a thread on this topic in AFF, but if it exists please let me know.

I've recently started looking at the us DV lottery (us green card lottery) program, with the view to apply for the 2018 program next year. I'm aware this could be a >10 year process given the reported 5-6% success rate for Oceania applicants.

Was just wondering whether anyone here on AFF has any knowledge/experience with the lottery?

Cheers
J

 

[dfcatch]

I've been trying on and off (mainly on) for 15 years, even back when they were paper applications.

A german friend has won it twice....

 

[Jousams]

I've been trying on and off (mainly on) for 15 years

Ouch

Have you ever gotten past the initial application?

 

[dfcatch]

There is application.... and then acceptance..

So no.

 

[opusman]

If you're an Australian citizen there's a special class of visa just for us that makes it much easier to work in the US, if you have a prospective employer lined up.

 

[Jousams]

If you're an Australian citizen there's a special class of visa just for us that makes it much easier to work in the US, if you have a prospective employer lined up.

I feel as though it would be much easier to get a job as someone with the right to work, vs someone who is yet to get an E3 Visa. Are these visas easy to renew after the 2 years?

 

[chelzmalee]

Had friends who had an offer, but it then required a police check and apparently that was all too hard.

 

[Isochronous]

I wouldn't want a green card given what's happening with FATCA.

 

[Cruiser Elite]

Jousams I have a niece who did indeed apply / get accepted a few years back and has now built a new life for herself in Houston. It is an extensive process and MUST be done properly to maximise chances of success.

If you like I will email her and ask would she mind corresponding with you to give you a few tips. She is a very high achiever and what she advises will be 100% correct.

 

[Jousams]

I wouldn't want a green card given what's happening with FATCA.

Lucky I have none of my assets 'in my name'.

 

[Jousams]

Jousams I have a niece who did indeed apply / get accepted a few years back and has now built a new life for herself in Houston. It is an extensive process and MUST be done properly to maximise chances of success.

If you like I will email her and ask would she mind corresponding with you to give you a few tips. She is a very high achiever and what she advises will be 100% correct.

Hi Cruiser Elite

That would be great! I'll PM you my details.

 

[cambriamarsh]

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Lucky I have none of my assets 'in my name'.

Not sure how FATCA works in detail but don't expect simple answers to remaining outside its effects of US tax resident.