Submitting a vaccination waiver I-601 prior to interview?

[shad892 1]

Hi guys,

 

Has anyone been able to file a i-601 prior to the interview using consular processing? Does it always have to be after the interview? I'm just wondering if we can get ahead of this knowing we are requesting a waiver for vaccination due to religious beliefs.

[OldUser 4,870]

58 minutes ago, shad892 said:

Hi guys,

 

Has anyone been able to file a i-601 prior to the interview using consular processing? Does it always have to be after the interview? I'm just wondering if we can get ahead of this knowing we are requesting a waiver for vaccination due to religious beliefs.

Did the immigrant ever have any vaccinations in their life? If yes, it would be challenging.  Waiver is possible, I don't believe you can get it before you're asked for it.

 

Also, make sure you're aware the waiver may take some time

 

 

 

 

 

Edited December 4, 2023 by OldUser

[Boiler 43,505]

I recognise that dog!

 

The way it goes is medical, report sent to Consulate, interview, visa refused and waiver offered, file waiver with fee, wait for approval, visa issued.

 

Most people need a Lawyer to prepare a waiver so what you can do is get all that sorted and prepared so you are ready to go once the visa is refused.