US Embassy Reopening - Update Thread

[HDia 105]

The consulate in Vietnam will reopen for CR1, CR2, IR1, and IR2 interviews starting June 29th.

 

Source: https://vn.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/

[SummerF 30]

Any New Zealanders here waiting for an interview CR1!?!?

[Kp2078 3]

Fingers crossed. All the best to everyone. 

[Kate.Alday 113]

4 hours ago, HDia said:

The consulate in Vietnam will reopen for CR1, CR2, IR1, and IR2 interviews starting June 29th.

 

Source: https://vn.usembassy.gov/visas/immigrant-visas/

Same Poland! 
 

The Embassy is currently processing immigrant visa cases for the spouses and children of U.S. Citizens (visa classes IR-1, CR-1, IR-2, and CR-2) only.  We can only process children of U.S. citizens if they are currently under the age of 21.  We are in the process of contacting those applicants whose original visa appointments were cancelled and who are now eligible for processing.  With the exception of certain emergencies, the Embassy is not currently processing any other classes of immigrant and diversity visas.  Please consult our Frequently Asked Questions regarding rescheduling of appointments and the applicability of exceptions for certain travelers, as well as how these restrictions impact citizens of Belarus.  Please see our nonimmigrant visa page for information relating to tourist/business (category B1/B2) visas, student visas (categories F and M), exchange visas (category J) and work visas (categories H, L, O, P and R).

[Ibrahim Suliman 9]

I cant find anything about Jordan, anyone has any info? 

[Gii 48]

Sydney embassy Australia- has resumed interviews for US citizens only. No word on other visas yet. 

[OrihimeandIchigo 216]

Someone posted this on Facebook.

 

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/Proclamation-Suspending-Entry-of-Immigrants-Who-Present-Risk-to-the-US-labor-market.html

 

Routine visas services have been suspended at U.S. posts worldwide, but as resources allow, embassies and consulates will continue to provide emergency and mission critical visa services.  Mission-critical immigrant visa categories may include applicants who may be eligible for an exception under this presidential proclamation, such as: IR/CR1, IR/CR2, IR/IH-3, IR/IH-4, SQ, SI, and certain employment-based medical professionals, as well as cases involving an applicant who may age out.  While embassies and consulates may process these types of cases, their ability to do so may be limited by local government restrictions and available resources.  In addition, an applicant’s ability to travel may be impacted by local laws, regulations, and travel restrictions

 

[Tschuulia 28]

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Edited June 18, 2020 by Tschuulia

[igoyougoduke 1,604]

31 minutes ago, OrihimeandIchigo said:

Someone posted this on Facebook.

 

https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/Proclamation-Suspending-Entry-of-Immigrants-Who-Present-Risk-to-the-US-labor-market.html

 

Routine visas services have been suspended at U.S. posts worldwide, but as resources allow, embassies and consulates will continue to provide emergency and mission critical visa services.  Mission-critical immigrant visa categories may include applicants who may be eligible for an exception under this presidential proclamation, such as: IR/CR1, IR/CR2, IR/IH-3, IR/IH-4, SQ, SI, and certain employment-based medical professionals, as well as cases involving an applicant who may age out.  While embassies and consulates may process these types of cases, their ability to do so may be limited by local government restrictions and available resources.  In addition, an applicant’s ability to travel may be impacted by local laws, regulations, and travel restrictions

 

EO expires 60 days from April 23rd which means unless an extension is filed , it should expire June 23rd. Which will be coming Tuesday 

[Evajandra 65]

3 hours ago, OrihimeandIchigo said:

 While embassies and consulates may process these types of cases, their ability to do so may be limited by local government restrictions and available resources.  In addition, an applicant’s ability to travel may be impacted by local laws, regulations, and travel restrictions

 

Curfews and International Borders/Flights are the local barriers

[SummerF 30]

Does anyone know if this means NVC will actually start working with embassies to schedule interviews? I've contacted our embassy and they say as soon as NVC sends our case they will set up an interview. When does NVC do that? 

[stech786 229]

Jamaica is sending IL! 

[Evajandra 65]

51 minutes ago, SummerF said:

Does anyone know if this means NVC will actually start working with embassies to schedule interviews? I've contacted our embassy and they say as soon as NVC sends our case they will set up an interview. When does NVC do that? 

If I recall it takes like a month for NVC to coordinate the date with Consulates. You should look at some other user’s timelines in their profiles to see. Specifically, you should look at people from the country where your consulate resides.

[OrihimeandIchigo 216]

2 hours ago, Evajandra said:

If I recall it takes like a month for NVC to coordinate the date with Consulates. You should look at some other user’s timelines in their profiles to see. Specifically, you should look at people from the country where your consulate resides.

This is very wise advise.

[LegalAlienn 125]

Hi all.. so I read that ITF (International Tennis Federation) has announced that all the tennis tournaments worldwide will be continued from August. Also US Open championship is still being on time as normal in the end of August. With that said, my guess is that they will have to open consular office because I’m sure there are many players and staff that need to get visas. 
Now my fear is, if they will put some restrictions for K1 visas or they might allow those people to get exemptions somehow. Again, it’s all about sitting tight and waiting. Good luck too all