The worldwide limit for the 2023 Diversity Visa Program has been reached.

The Diversity Visa (DV) program awards up to 55,000 immigrant visas per year and allows those from countries with low immigration rates to the United States, to enter for a chance to apply for a U.S immigrant visa. Since its launch in 1990, the program has continued the ongoing policy priority to promote and maintain diversity in the United States.  As of September 6, 2023, the Department of State has issued all available diversity visas (DVs) for the 2023 Diversity Visa Program. We acknowledge that the early conclusion of the 2023 program may be disappointing to selectees who were unable to receive a visa.  The 2025 Diversity Visa program entry period will open in early October of this year, and we encourage all who are eligible to apply.  As previously stated in the DV-2023 program instructions, the DV program is limited to the issuance of approximately 55,000 visas each fiscal year.  Selection does not guarantee that an applicant will receive a visa interview or a visa.  Selection merely means the person may be eligible to participate in the DV program and may potentially apply for a visa, but it is not a guarantee.  Due to the probability that some of the first 55,000 persons selected will not qualify for visas or ultimately choose not to participate in the program, more individuals are selected to participate in the program each year than the number of visas which are available.  This is done to ensure we are able to issue the maximum number of visas available under the DV program in any given year.  The Department of State remains committed to facilitating travel for DV recipients and recognizes the important contributions these individuals bring to our communities.

Arrival 

We strongly advise visitors to arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment time.  In some cases, we may not be able to accommodate visitors who arrive more than 15 minutes late.  There is no parking for visa applicants at or around the Embassy. Please plan accordingly. Visa applicants may only enter the Embassy from Admiral Isakov Avenue.   

Security Regulations

The Embassy does not permit interested parties such as friends, relatives, attorneys, or business contacts to attend nonimmigrant visa interviews with the applicant. All applicants will be screened by security personnel before entering the Embassy. The following items are not permitted:

You are not allowed to enter the U.S. Embassy while carrying any of the following items:

• Battery-operated or electronic devices such as mobile phones, digital diaries, smart watches, pagers, cameras, audio/video cassettes, compact discs, MP3s, floppy disks, laptops, or portable music players
• Large shoulder bags/purses – only bags that can be carried by hand will be permitted
• Bags such as travel bags, backpacks, briefcases, suitcases, leather, cloth bags, and zip folders – you can only carry plastic bags containing application-related papers
• Food and liquid items
• Sealed envelopes or packages
• Cigarettes, cigars, match boxes, lighters
• Sharp objects such as scissors, pen knives or nail files
• Weapons or explosive materials of any kind. 

This list is not exhaustive. Other items may be prohibited at the discretion of security staff. There is no facility at the U.S. Embassy to store prohibited items. You must make arrangements to store these items before entering. If you arrive at the Embassy with suitcases or travel bags, you will be turned away and required to make another appointment.

Due to security considerations, there is no information window for walk-in visitors at the U.S. Embassy. Only visa applicants with scheduled interviews will be admitted.

Security Regulations-Farsi (PDF 156 KB)

ATTENTION! The U.S. Embassy does NOT work with any tourist agencies. Every application, whether filed by an applicant him/herself or with the assistance of a travel agency, is considered individually based on the individual applicant’s own merits.

Starting May 11, nonimmigrant air passengers will no longer need to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination to board a flight to the United States. Please see: Update on Change to U.S. Travel Policy Requiring COVID-19 Vaccination for nonimmigrant travel (state.gov)

Current Status of Visa Services: The U.S. Embassy in Yerevan is currently processing all categories of immigrant visas, K fiancé visas, and all categories of nonimmigrant visa applications.