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An appointment is made online via a visa profile. U.S. Consulate Lagos, Nigeria The U.S. Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria, is currently working at a limited capacity. <>stream
Therefore if you do not respond to notices from theNVC within one year you risk termination of your petition under this section of law and would lose the benefits of that petition, such as your priority date. 7 0 obj
How long does it take NVC to schedule for Interview 2021? 2021, a vaccination for COVID-19 will be required for all applicants who wish to immigrate to the United States. 12 0 obj H9OA?9& "$T _0+{b)Ae\"(C)P_+&:@NcaCKui"Nm7ZG[S. 0000033620 00000 n
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The consular section and the National Visa Center will notify IV applicants well in advance of their scheduled interview. Visit theAccra Answers U.S Embassy Accra Consular Information and ServicePortal for information on diplomatic and official visa processing for representatives of international organizations and national government officials traveling to the United States for inherently governmental activity. a8jq"k),~g}TGBx'3''0=ApQ9Y7lo;glBy1j?Y+
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On the scheduled date and time of your interview appointment, go to the U.S. Embassy or Consulatewith your printed visa application (DS-260) confirmation page. Payment in cash of the $330 Diversity Visa Application Fee for each visa applicant. `
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Applicants must schedule an interview appointment or submit an interview waiver application during this 365-day period. Do not sell your house, car or property, resign from your job or make non-refundable flight or other travel arrangements until you have received your immigrant visa. All documents Accepted on Nov, 2019 Documentarily Qualified (Documents approved) Jan 15, 2020 <Pandemic delay> Received email on Apr 9, 2021 from NVC scheduling Visa appointment for May 6, 2021 Step 1: Schedule a medical exam in Ghana As soon as you receive your appointment date, you must schedule a medical exam in Ghana.
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Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants. If so, sadly you may be waiting a while for an interview, there are alot of us that have been waiting for an interview, such as myself, I received that letter in 2-20 and have yet to receive an interview We most remain hopeful and patient, this can't continue forever! However, you must carry the x-rays with you when you travel to the United States for the first time. 0000032835 00000 n
Please follow the steps below before your immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana. *8FA-(0uTS@CW$pMDhM]vrgL@@T;(cY7!{l}kY@ lhmuM3Ogi^Z&@wIpm>WpVyv`8wM&(?x1AoL If you have any questions concerning your application before the interview is scheduled, please contact the NVC.. Please log intohttps://ceac.state.govfor your most current case status and for a list of any documents you are required to submit. rU_"!\L'V_af`JL(:Uev^gj-Mt2/c/R7)ND="Zus_hJv/k/:~tmS_>SnQ_`Wn9*~=5,yXS:d. 0000083917 00000 n
Click the Medical Exam Instructions button below for a list of designated doctors offices in Ghana. If you should have received a response per the timeframes below, please contact us using our public inquiry form. The United States Embassy and Consulates in Canada have resumed routine U.S. citizen services and nonimmigrant visa services . endobj 31 39
U.S. immigration law requires immigrant visa applicants to obtain certain vaccinations prior to the issuance of a visa.
PDF I m m i g r a n t V i s a B a c k l o g R e p o r t O c t o b - Travel NVC cannot predict when Consular Sections will resume routine services, or when your case will be scheduled for an interview. Appointment information printed from the Entrant Status Check on the, Documents showing that you have either a qualifying high school education OR two (2) years of qualifying work experience in the five (5) years immediately prior to application (for the principal applicant only; more information is available. A complete list of fees can be found here. 0000002209 00000 n
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If you are legally married you must have listed your spouse, even if you are currently separated from him/her (unless your spouse is a U.S. citizen or Lawful Permanent Resident). Before your interview, you will need to attend a medical examination with an authorized physician. Routine interview appointments in many NIV categories have been made available several years into the future to address high demand. U.S. Embassies and Consulates:Find aU.S. Embassy or Consulate, nearest your residence abroad, where you will apply and be interviewed for your U.S. visa. 3 0 obj
Omgfinally we have been dq'd since 2-21-20 and have been waiting for an interview for almost 2 years!
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Most of immigrant visa applicants whose case was approved by USCIS, sent to NVC, was documentarily qualified are waiting for their interview appointment letter to know exactly when they can go. Nii Amar Koranteng Street To determine which cases NVC is currently reviewing, please refer to theNVC Timeframes pageon the right navigation bar. 0000005778 00000 n
If you do, you will lose your status as a Lawful Permanent Resident. Current immigrant visa vaccination requirements are available here. For applicants between the ages of 14 and 79, the interview appointment is mandatory for visa applications (exception: Visa Reissuance Program ). Please carefully consult the Visa Bulletin before you request to reschedule your interview. If you have not paid all required fees to the National Visa Center, please be prepared to pay these fees on the day of your interview. You can review the eligibility requirements online. When your examination is completed, the doctor willsend the medical report directly to the U.S. Embassy. You should not have your exam until your interview has been scheduled. Once USCIS sends your I-797 approval notice, they will send your approved petition to the National Visa Center (NVC) for processing. 5 0 obj 11 0 obj Please follow the steps below before your immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Embassy in Accra, Ghana. *p`NK0yHPB.-@(Tp[2@L. M ) mvtn4y! If you plan to travel outside the U.S. before your green card arrives: Please consult USCISs and CBPs websites for rules about what documents you need to re-enter the country. 9 0 obj endobj A copy of your NVC interview letter (does not apply to Diversity Visa, fianc(e), adoptive, or asylee/refugee applicants). 1 0 obj
Links to external websites are provided as a convenience and should not be construed as an endorsement by the U.S. Department of State of the views or products contained therein. Good news indeed, Nvc during this mess seems to be the only department attempting to bring families closer together The Embassies though, I'm at a loss for words! U.S. DEPARTMENT of STATE BUREAU of CONSULAR AFFAIRS, Register for Courier Service/Other Pre-Interview Instructions, U.S. Embassy or Consulate interview preparation instructions. hkZNk95Zo&~/m@UL/$u&'}v[b&oK`e\>W/Pb.n]srs
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You must bring the following documentstothe interview: Your original documents will be returned to you when the interview has been completed. The first step in this processing is the creation of your case in our system. The validity of all nonimmigrant visa payments (known as the MRV fee) made before October 1, 2022 has been extended until September 30, 2023. The visa applicant may also be referred as a beneficiary for petition based visas. The Department of State's National Visa Center (NVC) saw a decrease in the immigrant visa (IV) backlog, from 408,456 pending cases last month to 388,908 cases in March a 4.8% decrease. ;~pYO?fSRzFvCKoYzsY"guYQ$rkMv?2yLdm8nKyNG>?u-|2=\;(^'Li)b6VK_
The Interview for Family Immigration Visas - U.S. Embassy in Ghana Hopefully, it will be "normal" operating procedures. Unexpired passport valid for six (6) months beyond your intended date of entry to the United States, Two (2), 2 x 2 (5cm x 5cm) color passport-size photographs of each person applying for a visa. Childrens Issues In the United States, children are required to have certain vaccinations before they can enroll in school. On 8/31/2021 at 9:35 AM, KateD said: FYI, I just got an email today from the NVC that they have sent my k1 application to the Ghana Embassy. If the doctor gives you an envelope, donotopen it. Me and my husband are a Ir1 which is processed differently. A consular officer will interview you (and accompanying family member beneficiaries) and determine whether or not youare eligible toreceive an immigrant visa. 0000004569 00000 n
You are about to leave travel.state.gov for an external website that is not maintained by the U.S. Department of State. Applicants must schedule an interview appointment or submit an interview waiver application during this 365-day period. After a year and half of waiting, I think youre good. Once your card is issued, you should not stay outside of the United States for more than one year. 1.
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Please print the checklist below and bring it to your interview along with the listed documents. USCIS Immigrant Fee All individuals who are issued immigrant visas overseas must pay an Immigrant Fee to U.S. DV applicants should be aware that visas are numerically limited and must be issued by September 30 of the program year. Medical report. endobj
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Cb Click the "Medical Exam Instructions" button below for a list of designated doctor's offices in Ghana. We will treat you as an individual and your case as unique. (Note: U.S. citizens dont need a U.S. visa for travel, but when planning travel abroad may need a visa issued by the embassy of the country they wish to visit.). yep, that's why u don't try for medical too soon / plus u need paper to give to dr so he knows the medical is for immigration, "hurry up and wait" that's immigration for u. It has been there since March 2020. After the National Visa Center (NVC) schedules your visa interviewappointment, they will send you, your petitioner, and your agent/attorney (if applicable) an email noting the appointment date and time. Hours: Monday Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM
Visa Appointment Wait Times - United States Department of State Failure to Appear for Interview -If you cannot appear at your scheduled interview, contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate as soon as possible. v7&#fRq|P,XBg{:ln\5@U$lwQqFeV;y&~]<. 0000004040 00000 n
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8 AM to 4 PM We will use the limited time available for theinterview to get as full a picture as possible of your travel plans and intentions. Click the "Medical Exam Instructions" button below for a list of designated doctor's offices in Ghana. If these three items are all true, you must bring a more recent police certificate to the interview: For employment-based visa applications: Letter from your U.S. employer dated less than one month ago. H[k@qziBZMH(BY(cR)1%xo+ZaQVm^L^`-Nl"RqBYzMo"mTxI?w)ft&Koi For limited categories, the availability of immigrant visa numbers depends on the date your petition was filed and the number of others waiting for the same visa category. 0000006631 00000 n
Good to see movement from NVC to Ghana finally.
NVC Processing - United States Department of State Visit theAccra Answers U.S Embassy Accra Consular Information and ServicePortal for more information on visa processing. Please refer to this page to see if you should have received a response from NVC. After you have completed the steps on the Immigrant Visa Process on usvisas.state.gov, including paying the necessary fees and submitting the required immigrant visa application form (DS-260), Affidavit of Support, and supporting documents to the National Visa Center (NVC), they will review your file for completeness. Visa applicants are reminded to apply early for their visas, well in advance of the anticipated travel date. \SGPWVQ;c7zzt1(Z9kjgY%2X))d*8)CMZ|c]sQt0dct. The date your petition was filed is called your priority date. U.S. Visa: Reciprocity and Civil Documents by Country. For travel to the United States on a temporary basis, including tourism, temporary employment, study and exchange. The visa applicant may also be referred as a beneficiary for petition based visas. All Rights Reserved. It is important that you bring all required original documents to your interview. See our Directory of Visa Categorieson usvisas.state.gov to determine which visa category might be appropriate for your purpose of travel to the United States. I hope you get an interview and your application moves to Ghana soon. Please use the list below to determine the items that every applicant must bring to the immigrant visa interview. <>
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Well your letter indeed is different from the one I was referring to that I received, mine is still at the embassy. NVC received the petitions Aug end, 2019 Completed the Immigrant Visa application, paid fees and provided supporting documents on the ceac.state.gov. i%vrzBST_4Dh'<
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Appointment - United States Department of State Citizenship and Immigration Services. After you have completed the steps on the Immigrant Visa Process on usvisas.state.gov, including paying the necessary fees and submitting the required immigrant visa application form (DS-260), Affidavit of Support, and supporting documents to the National Visa Center (NVC), they will review your file for completeness. 4 0 obj Three (3) recently taken2 x 2 (5cm x 5cm) color photographs. Where to find Civil Documents. After the NVC is satisfied that you have submitted the necessary documentation and paid all your fees, it will schedule an interview date and transfer your visa file to the appropriate U.S. consulate or embassy. 03-23-2021, 02:09 AM My case was documentarily qualified on 12th February 2020. Information for New Immigrants Please visit the USCIS web page for helpful information on moving to the United States. If your spouse and/or qualified unmarried children will immigrate at a later date and travel separately from you, they are not required to participate in your interview. Once this is complete, we will send you a Welcome Letter by e-mail or physical mail. Please be prepared to discuss your medical history, medications you are taking, and current treatments you are undergoing. <> This exam must be with an embassy-approved doctor, also referred to as the Panel Physician. When Will The NVC Schedule Your Visa Interview? Please note applicants must only schedule their interview or submit their waiver application within the 365-day period. Consulate & USCIS Service Center Discussion, 12/28/2019: 18 month Extension has expired, 1/9/2020: InfoPass Appt to get stamp in Passport, 2/27/2020: Combo Interview (ROC and Citizenship), 4/7/2020: In queue for Oath Ceremony to be scheduled, Didn't find the answer you were looking for? x]s8OU>J[k RsdvnvIajY$( vy=o/_\l/|wl|-y1ZW/?JT\0VX/?g>>-/8/*>^?9VB*]jS|g~`
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The National Visa Center has been receiving data from the U.S. Embassy in Bangkok, Thailand, 60 days in advance and has been scheduling visa interviews according to their capacity and first-in first-out documentarily qualified cases. Your visa cannot be extended and all fees are nonrefundable. More information on general medical requirements for U.S. immigrants is available here. The letter will include instructions on how to send those documents to the embassy. If you were previously married: Your original divorce or spouses death certificate, and a photocopy. . It is your responsibility to schedule a medical exam with one of the doctors listed below before your visa interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy.
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