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The U.S. Department of State has resumed the issuance of Diversity Visas following a federal court order in Medani et al. v. Trump et al. According to the State Department, visa issuance has resumed as of August 28, 2026, ending the suspension that had been in place since December 2025.
The December 2025 suspension had temporarily stopped U.S. Embassies and Consulates from issuing Diversity Visas while the government reviewed screening and vetting procedures. The court order now requires the State Department to resume processing and issuing affected visas.
Why This Matters for DV-2026 Applicants
Timing is especially important for DV-2026 applicants because Diversity Visas generally must be issued by September 30, 2026. If a visa number is not issued by the end of the fiscal year, the opportunity may be lost.
Applicants with pending cases should continue monitoring their case status, attend any scheduled interviews, and respond quickly to requests from the U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
If you have a pending DV-2026 case and are concerned about the September 30 deadline, contact an immigration attorney as soon as possible to discuss how the court order and resumed visa issuance may affect your case.
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