The Annual Diversity Visa Lottery is now open. The lottery is a random computer drawing that enables entrants to obtain a greencard without having a family member or employer petition on their behalf. Natives of countries that have sent more than 50,000 immigrants to the United States in the past five years cannot participate. . Although about 100,000 people will be selected, only about 50,000 will get green cards. There are education and work experience requirements. For additional details visit http://www.dvlottery.state.gov/. NOTE: Being selected in the program doesn’t pardon your being in the United States without authorization.