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David-and-Mae Experienced

David-and-Mae   15

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My fiancee had her interview today, we drafted a request to pick up the visa but she was told they deliver only and you cannot get it delivered. Since when did this change?

It's a case to case basis... While some CO will allow you to pick-up the visa, the majority of them won't. Anyway, here's hoping that your fiancee will receive her visa soon! :thumbs:

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My fiancee had her interview today, we drafted a request to pick up the visa but she was told they deliver only and you cannot get it delivered. Since when did this change?

It's a case to case basis... While some CO will allow you to pick-up the visa, the majority of them won't. Anyway, here's hoping that your fiancee will receive her visa soon! :thumbs:

--Mae

With all the changes and frenzy to part folks with their money, I wouldn't be surprised if visa pick-up becomes a priviledge that is rarely granted. Hopefully, there will continue to be some COs that permit good folks to pick up their visa. We shall see.

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My fiancee had her interview today, we drafted a request to pick up the visa but she was told they deliver only and you cannot get it delivered. Since when did this change?

I heard somewhere that the USEM became strict in approving the visa pick up. I was approved of it though and was told that I will receive a call in 24-48 hours but until now didn't get one yet. I had an interview last March 11, I know, its still too early to whine lol. I am hoping I will receive a call tom though

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im guessing no visa pick up coz they want you to pay for delbros delivery? lol... :no: gota make some money somehow lol...

nontheless, im hoping she'll get her visa soon and CONGRATS!!!

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Hmmm not really.... I have read on the other website that they were able to pick up the visa without making a request and according to him...the key is to ask the consul nicely :D and some other couples did the same too.

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Hmmm not really.... I have read on the other website that they were able to pick up the visa without making a request and according to him...the key is to ask the consul nicely :D and some other couples did the same too.

But still, the majority of the COs won't allow you to pick up the visa regardless of how nicely you ask. Like I said, it is case to case basis... You can try but don't always count on it that your request will be granted. Do it like you're just trying your luck... that way, no frustrations and disappointments. :thumbs:

--Mae

N-400 NATURALIZATION

04/04/2011 - Mailed N-400 to AZ Lockbox

04/06/2011 - Received

04/07/2011 - NOA

04/07/2011 - Check cashed

04/14/2011 - Biometrics appointment in the mail

04/21/2011 - Early Biometrics (was scheduled on May 4, 2011)

05/09/2011 - Case Status Notification - In line for interview and testing

05/10/2011 - Case Status Notification - Interview scheduled

05/14/2011 - Interview Appointment Letter in the mail

06/21/2011 - Interview Appointment Date

06/29/2011 - Case Status Notification - Placed in the oath scheduling que

08/16/2011 - Case Status Notification - Oath ceremony scheduled

09/15/2011 - Oath Taking - good riddance!

09/23/2011 - Applied for Passport

10/08/2011 - Passport in the mail

10/17/2011 - Certificate of Naturalization in the mail -- OFFICIALLY DONE!

"Love is a noble act of self-giving, offering trust, faith, and loyalty.

The more you love, the more you lose a part of yourself, yet you don't become less of who you are;

you end up being complete with your loved ones."

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Hmmm not really.... I have read on the other website that they were able to pick up the visa without making a request and according to him...the key is to ask the consul nicely :D and some other couples did the same too.

But still, the majority of the COs won't allow you to pick up the visa regardless of how nicely you ask. Like I said, it is case to case basis... You can try but don't always count on it that your request will be granted. Do it like you're just trying your luck... that way, no frustrations and disappointments. :thumbs:

--Mae

Thats right! but the Embassy doesnt says you cant request for visa pick-up.

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I had the same case and had my request for visa pick up denied. The consul says their getting strict about that. I believe its a case to case basis...some were allowed and most of the ones allowed lived in the province or was with their USC fiancees. And with the fee increase, well, i think its just worth our 250 pesos to have them deliver it. As of this moment, im still waiting for my visa to be delivered. Hope you get yours soon too! :dance::thumbs::dance:

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