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2014 DV Australian winners

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Hello!
I am a DV 2014 Winner from sydney. My CN is high 30xx.
Could someone please explain how it all works as i have no idea and just wishing for the best of luck for myself. But from reading this forum IF i get lucky i shouldn't be expecting an interview till next year in August?

Also do you know if they require a certain amount of funds as a requirement?
 
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CIluvNY said:
Hello!
I am a DV 2014 Winner from sydney. My CN is high 30xx.
Could someone please explain how it all works as i have no idea and just wishing for the best of luck for myself. But from reading this forum IF i get lucky i shouldn't be expecting an interview till next year in August?

Also do you know if they require a certain amount of funds as a requirement?
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Yes your case number is very high (for Oceana) which means you will be processed very late - in probably in September (perhaps August) of 2014. I very much doubt it would be faster than that.

Yes they expect you to show you will not become a public charge, so you will need to prove some savings etc to fund your move. Reckon on $10k (US) per adult, plus something extra for kids. Different people have reported not being asked about savings/assets at all whilst others have been expected to show proof. Either way, you shouldn't plan on starting a new life in the USA unless you have some money to start you off (especially since I understand you are thinking about New York - which is very expensive).
 
I wonder how high Oceania numbers went this year. How long till we find out next months numbers?
Does anyone know what the high end numbers were for last year? Does Oceania always turn current?
 
mijoro said:
I wonder how high Oceania numbers went this year. How long till we find out next months numbers?
Does anyone know what the high end numbers were for last year? Does Oceania always turn current?
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Here's a chart I made. Oceania always turns current, but CN's seem to go much higher for DV2014... If you trawl back through the DV2013 thread, no-one seems to be reporting CN's as high as this year.


DV-2013DV-2012DV-2011DV-2010DV-2009DV-2008DV-2007DV-2006DV-2005DV-2004DV-2003DV-2002
OCT250300350375200300150140150100100
NOV400500650475325500280200250400150
DEC500575700675440675375270330500200
JAN600650775775480775460330460565256
FEB725775810870575850550400535600290
MAR8509259008806751025700500650685345
APR10001000100010007151200825610775750410375
MAY11151150117511008251400900735900825470412
JUN1275CUR13001175930150011008301000900530473
JUL1450CUR14001300CUR1650180093011801000615535
AUG1600CURCURCURCURCURCUR11151275CURCURCUR
SEPCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCUR

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I don't think anyone can say with certainty why the number's are higher for 2014... We'll just have to wait til bulletins for 2014 start coming out to try and work out their reasoning. Its all just a guessing game right now!

They should release the next bulletin around July 10th or so, which will give us an indication for September 2013 numbers.
 
james88 said:
Here's a chart I made. Oceania always turns current, but CN's seem to go much higher for DV2014... If you trawl back through the DV2013 thread, no-one seems to be reporting CN's as high as this year.


DV-2013DV-2012DV-2011DV-2010DV-2009DV-2008DV-2007DV-2006DV-2005DV-2004DV-2003DV-2002
OCT250300350375200300150140150100100
NOV400500650475325500280200250400150
DEC500575700675440675375270330500200
JAN600650775775480775460330460565256
FEB725775810870575850550400535600290
MAR8509259008806751025700500650685345
APR10001000100010007151200825610775750410375
MAY11151150117511008251400900735900825470412
JUN1275CUR13001175930150011008301000900530473
JUL1450CUR14001300CUR1650180093011801000615535
AUG1600CURCURCURCURCURCUR11151275CURCURCUR
SEPCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCURCUR

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I don't think anyone can say with certainty why the number's are higher for 2014... We'll just have to wait til bulletins for 2014 start coming out to try and work out their reasoning. Its all just a guessing game right now!

They should release the next bulletin around July 10th or so, which will give us an indication for September 2013 numbers.
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What does current mean please?
 
Hi Again,

Sorry to write again. But i was just wondering is there any DV winners out there that could share their experience of moving to the usa Re finding some where to live and getting a job?

If We do end up geting a GC I will be moving with my husband and and 3yr old son.


Cheers
 
CIluvNY said:
Hello!
I am a DV 2014 Winner from sydney. My CN is high 30xx.
Could someone please explain how it all works as i have no idea and just wishing for the best of luck for myself. But from reading this forum IF i get lucky i shouldn't be expecting an interview till next year in August?
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Wow, that is a high number - I think you are the highest on here now (I'm in the low 2800's). Assuming Oceania goes current like previous years, it'll probably be in September.
 
neko83 said:
Wow, that is a high number - I think you are the highest on here now (I'm in the low 2800's). Assuming Oceania goes current like previous years, it'll probably be in September.
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What does current mean? I am new to the whole DV lottery process.
 
CIluvNY said:
What does current mean? I am new to the whole DV lottery process.
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Your case number is very important - it denotes the order or preference in which your case will be processed. A lower case number will be processed before the higher case numbers and USCIS spread their workload over the fiscal year, starting on October 1st.

Current is used in two ways - when talking about your particular case, it means your case number is within the range where processing will begin.

The second use of the word, is that on the visa bulletin you will see the word CURRENT against the various regions. That means USCIS are scheduling appointments for all remaining case numbers.
 
E3 to Diversity

Hi All,

I have trawled through these forums for a few hours but haven't been able to find answers to my questions. I also engaged what I thought was a knowledgeable immigration lawyer who charged me but gave me very little information(and incorrect information including that AOS was not an option for Diversity Visa for anyone- clearly it is) despite clear questions. My number is OC23XX which seems to be high for previous years so my main concern is that I will miss out on an interview from the green card, then be disqualified for future E3 applications due to dual intent (my E3 expires march 2015). Here are the questions I sent to the lawyer and got no clear answers:

- I am worried about the intent ramifications of furthering my application for Green Card to my E3 status since it is a non-immigrant visa. Have I already shown intent to immigrate here by entering the DV lottery and being selected for further processing?
- If not, will I be judged to have shown intent when I submit DS-122, when my number comes up or when I go for the interview?
- Will this be adjudged as enough immigrant intent to deny me re-entry should I leave (or worse- deport me)? And will it disqualify me from any E3 renewals?
- If I do want to leave the country while waiting for an interview is this ok?
- My case number (23XX) seems high for Oceania since that is higher than the total number given out last year- will I definitely get an opportunity for an interview? Does anybody miss out on interviews provided they get their paperwork in on time?
- What are the steps for Adjustment of Status? What are the Pros/Cons of Adjustment of Status/Consular processing back home -will doing AOS put me further back in the queue? Will I have to interview at a consulate prior to returning should I leave? If so can I do my green card interview at a post other than the one I applied from (Sydney)

Sorry for so many questions- I was hoping the Lawyer could tell me what to do one way or another but apparently not!
 
Hi Moff,

Sounds like you had a moron for a lawyer...

- I am worried about the intent ramifications of furthering my application for Green Card to my E3 status since it is a non-immigrant visa. Have I already shown intent to immigrate here by entering the DV lottery and being selected for further processing?

NO - applying to enter the lottery (and being selected) does not show intent to immigrate - no issues from that.


- If not, will I be judged to have shown intent when I submit DS-122, when my number comes up or when I go for the interview?

YES. Proceeding with the application and attending interview, you will have shown intent - and that could cause problems for your nonimmigrant visa. It isn't a certainty, but could be an issue.

- Will this be adjudged as enough immigrant intent to deny me re-entry should I leave (or worse- deport me)? And will it disqualify me from any E3 renewals?

Possibly/leaning toward probably IF you are asked the question on entry you would have to be honest and that could cause you a problem.

- If I do want to leave the country while waiting for an interview is this ok?

Yes, but if you return on your E3 visa you might face issues.

- My case number (23XX) seems high for Oceania since that is higher than the total number given out last year- will I definitely get an opportunity for an interview? Does anybody miss out on interviews provided they get their paperwork in on time?

YES some people will miss out. IN fact since aos is potentially a longer process AND your case number won't be current until quite late, you will be taking a risk. CP is quicker (and therefore less risky BUT you have to be prepared to have medicals and then the interview in your country of processing plus then wait for your passport - so you might be "stuck" in the country of processing for a few weeks (or have to do two trips).

- What are the steps for Adjustment of Status? What are the Pros/Cons of Adjustment of Status/Consular processing back home -will doing AOS put me further back in the queue? Will I have to interview at a consulate prior to returning should I leave? If so can I do my green card interview at a post other than the one I applied from (Sydney)

There is a couple of very good aos threads that will explain aos very well and if you get stuck on something you can post a question on those threads. Sm1smom may see this topic also and can answer additional questions about aos and give opinion about AOS vs CP. Doing AOS doesn't put you back in the queue as such, but it is a longer process and you MUST complete by 30 September 2014 (for DV2014) otherwise you will not be able to take advantage of your selection. If you miss the deadline - it's over - even if it is for a delay caused in AOS. If I were facing AOS with a high number (August/September) I would be very concerned - and I personally would find a way to do CP.

You can switch the consular office if you tell them early enough. Don't leave it late for fear of delays.
 
Ok great thanks for your help BritSimon. I am planning a 2 week trip to Europe for Christmas so I will leave it until after I am back to further my application. This will also mean I can see how the numbers are progressing(hopefully faster than the last few years) and decide either way on AOS vs Consulate processing.

This forum is awesome so lucky there are people willing to help strangers!
 
Moff said:
Ok great thanks for your help BritSimon. I am planning a 2 week trip to Europe for Christmas so I will leave it until after I am back to further my application. This will also mean I can see how the numbers are progressing(hopefully faster than the last few years) and decide either way on AOS vs Consulate processing.

This forum is awesome so lucky there are people willing to help strangers!
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Best of luck to you Moff.
 
Moff said:
Ok great thanks for your help BritSimon. I am planning a 2 week trip to Europe for Christmas so I will leave it until after I am back to further my application. This will also mean I can see how the numbers are progressing(hopefully faster than the last few years) and decide either way on AOS vs Consulate processing.

This forum is awesome so lucky there are people willing to help strangers!
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I think britsimon has answered most of your questions :). Nothing more for me to add here at this point, since you've decided to wait untill you return from your Christmas trip to Europe before proceeding any further. Will be happy to answer questions if you have any then.
 
Hello my fellow Aussies!!

After a whirlwind week, I just wanted to post re a major change of plans for me! This may be a little random, but I'm just so thrilled, I feel the need to share it with everyone!

So I've been living in the US with my same-sex partner for some time now on a student visa. So when I checked my DV entry, you could imagine how ecstatic my partner and I were to have won! It would mean, finally, permanence, stability and not having to worry about visas, and crippling tuition fees.

But then things got even better last Wednesday when the Supreme Court handed down its decision declaring the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) unconstitutional. This nasty law basically prevented the US federal government from recognizing same-sex marriages for any federal benefits, including immigration. For binational couples (where one is a US citizen, the other from another country), this meant that US citizens could not sponsor their overseas same-sex spouse for residency. So for some time now, I've had no choice but to stay in the US on a student visa, to stay with my partner.

So when the court decision came down, we were overjoyed! Already, the USCIS has started issuing green card to same-sex spouses.

I married my partner on Monday and will be filing for AOS once the marriage certificate arrives in the mail. It also means I can drop out of school, which is great as I wasn't overly enthusiastic about attending another semester at the local community college.... the same one where the recent shooting occurred, only 1 day after my final exam. I'll honestly be happy never to set foot on that campus again!

It also means, obviously, I won't be pursuing my DV winning any further. I guess I'll be "donating" my spot to someone with a higher case number.

I'll probably still follow this forum, as its good to get an Australian perspective on things, and I'm sure I could provide some useful advice on settling in to life in the US.

But now I have a honeymoon to plan!! :D
 
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