M Reddy

17 hours ago, Optimum said:

Hi Reddy, How far with the interview experience. also could you let us know the documents that are required.

My CC 9th April, still awaiting interview date at US Embassy South Africa 

Hi I submitted my past immigration history with dates and status(didnt submit any documnets for this, just mentioned dates). and my graduation details. that it. 

After submitting these details along with my passport. Visa is approved within a week. i received my passports on 25th april. 

18 hours ago, JackBean said:

What extra documents did they request? I was hoping everything on the checklist would have everything covered.

 CO requested past Immigration History and qualification for the role. I just provided the dates and status regarding past immigration history and my qualification for job. Thats it. 

Finally Visa is approved in 5 days. 

For all those who are undergoing through 221(g) process. Please be confident and stay positive. 

I had gone through this depressing phase(though it was very short period)

EB3 category. My interview was on 09th April 2019 at Mumbai, India. At the end of the interview officer gave me 221(g), and asked to submit the details as per the letter along with original Passports(Yes if your letter asks to submit passports too, its a very big positive sign, trust me). 

I submit the details on 18th April 2019 through drop box. ON 23rd April 2019 (yes just within a week) ceac status changed to Issued. On 25th April 2019, i received passports with Visa stamped, along with sealed cover which we need submit at port of entry. 

So hope for the best. Good luck all. 

On 4/11/2019 at 8:31 PM, AnnaT said:

Hi everyone!

I just got my eb3 visa approved and I am flying to Los Angeles in 14 days for my first entry into the US with my new immigrant visa. I can't seem to find any port of entry experiences regarding employment based green cards (eb1, eb2 and eb3s). I would love to hear your experiences when entering the US for the first time, how was the process and what questions do they ask?

 

Thank you!!

Hi Can you please share your port of entry experience. Even i am travelling with EB3 in a month. 

Thanks in advance. 

50 minutes ago, Voila said:

Congrtas i too m waiting for my passport now. Did u choose pick up option or mail?

I choose pickup. how about you? when is your visa approved and how long are you been waiting for passport?

On 4/16/2019 at 10:12 PM, Voila said:

Have u submitted it ? Plz let me knw about the updated status. 

Hi all. My visa is issued. CEAC status changed to issued today (23rd April). Thanks a lot for all the support and responses here. 

Interview Date: 09th April 2019 at mumbai. 

Got 221(g) to submit couple of details and passport. 

Submitted documents and passport on 18th April 2019 at Hyderabad dropbox. 

23rd April 2019: CEAC status changed to Issued. 

Hi I had my employment based immigrant visa interview on 9th April 2019, CO issued 221(g). Below is a brief content of 221(g).

Further Consideration will be given to your application on submission of:

- ABC 

- XYZ 

You must submit the above document(s) and your passport(s) to any of the 11 document drop-off locations. 

Generally we will be asked to submit passport after submitting missing documents. but here 

My question is, is it a positive sign that my 221(g)  states to submit passport(s) along with the documents?? Response is highly appreciated. 

At the end of the interview, even Consular officer informed to submit passports along with the requested documents. 

Hi I had my employment based immigrant visa interview on 9th April 2019, CO issued 221(g). Below is a brief content of 221(g).

Further Consideration will be given to your application on submission of:

- ABC 

- XYZ 

You must submit the above document(s) and your passport(s) to any of the 11 document drop-off locations. 

Generally we will be asked to submit passport after submitting missing documents. but here 

My question is, is it a positive sign that my 221(g)  states to submit passport(s) along with the documents?? Response is highly appreciated. 

On 3/8/2019 at 8:10 PM, gerberas said:

Same news here.

Appt is on April 3rd. 

 

CC date: 26 Dec 2018

category: EB1

Interview letter received date: 07 March 2019

Interview Date : 03 April 2019

Consulate: Mumbai-India. 

 

Good luck to you. 

Very short time frame so rushing to put this together.

Hopefully everything  will go smoothly

Hi how did your interview go! Can you please share your interview experience. i have my interview on 9th in mumbai for EB3. 

Thanks in advance.

On 3/8/2019 at 8:10 PM, gerberas said:

Same news here.

Appt is on April 3rd. 

 

CC date: 26 Dec 2018

category: EB1

Interview letter received date: 07 March 2019

Interview Date : 03 April 2019

Consulate: Mumbai-India. 

 

Good luck to you. 

Very short time frame so rushing to put this together.

Hopefully everything  will go smoothly

Good to hear. Please do update your interview experience here so that it can help few of us here. 

On 3/10/2019 at 12:08 PM, StrangeBrew said:

congrats - Hey do you mean your interview is in April or March - you received letter on the 8th and interview is on 9 th ?

oops my bad. Interview date on 09 April 2019. 

@Admin, i am unable to update spreadsheet. Can you please update for me. In spreadsheet you can find my name as "M Reddy". Thanks VJ's for all the information. 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1xbLl_8yDgHLeDaLnTrPdYc44J0sjPSFfYCKxlKx6uTY/edit#gid=0

CC date: 13 Dec 2018

category: EB3

Interview letter received date: 08 March 2019

Interview Date : 09 March 2019

Cosulate: Mumbai-India. 

22 hours ago, AlwayswannaFLY said:

Category: EB-5

Investment date: September 30, 2015

I-526 approval: June 20, 2018

NVC case complete:  Nov 12th, 2018

Immigrant visa interview: April 9th, 2019

Interview place: Mumbai

 

It almost took 4 years for this to happen but I'm super stoked. I hope everyone out here hears something positive soon. 

On 3/6/2019 at 12:21 AM, gerberas said:

Any luck with the interview date yet?

 I am trying to call them and it says the lines are busy all the time. 

Hi all..Finallyyyyy  wait is overrrrr.Got my interview date today for April 9th at Mumbai consulate. below are my details. 

CC date: 13 Dec 2018

category: EB3

Interview letter received date: 08 March 2019

Interview Date : 09 March 2019

Cosulate: Mumbai-India. 

14 hours ago, gerberas said:

Any luck with the interview date yet?

 I am trying to call them and it says the lines are busy all the time. 

No interview date yet. I spoke to NVC couple of weeks back. Same ans from them. WAIT WAIT WAIT.  Now i stopped calling them and just waiting for the interview letter. Cant do much from our end.  Will keep updated if i hear from NVC. Request you to do same. 

16 hours ago, gerberas said:

I see a few people from the family visa section getting interviews in Mumbai, India with a CC date after mine. I assumed that at this point we are in the same pool for date scheduling.

Do they treat the EB category differently?

 

Same here. EB3 category. my priority date is current and CC date is 13th Dec 2018. Still waiting for interview appointment. Not sure whats happening with mumbai consulate. people having later CC date got interview date. 

Whats your CC date? 

2 hours ago, coco84 said:

Sure, I though I posted it already! Our appointment was at 9am! The line for green card appointment is different and much shorter! Me and my husband were making the wrong line but a guy from the consulate passed by us telling people that for greencard you have to be in the other line! Somebody checks your appointment letter and photos before you are allowed to enter the security check point! Once you are there is a normal security checkpoint as in an airport! Then you are taken to an area inside the embassy where is open and with a lot of chairs! There, somebody starts checking people’s documents and helps them organize! We were there for about 20 minutes! After this step you are taken inside the building where the officers are! You are ask to remain sited and are given a number! I waited like for 1 hr when an Indian officer called our number! He ask for the documents and prepare them for the officer! Then again you have to sit until your number is call! Again, we waited like for 1 1/2 hrs until our number was called! We were interviewed by a young lady, she was very nice! She asked us basic questions: 

My husband (principal in the application)

what do you do?  Describe your job

Where do you live?

Since when are you working for them?

What did you studied? 

Where are you planning to live? 

 

To me (derivate spouse)

How did you meet your husband?

when? 

When and where did you get married?

what are you planing to do when you get there?

Do you have a waiver? I did. ( I overstayed my visa and I needed a Waiver for this. She did not ask any questions about my visa overstayed)

Then she said our visas where approved and that we should received our passport in 5 to 7 business days! 

And we did received our passports in 7 business days!

 

We were very nervous about this interview as my husband had like 3 promotions where basically his job duties had changed! His work had not yet updated this information! The lawyer said this should not be a problem as this is a progression of his job! 

At the end this things don’t matter because the officer actually has minimal knowledge of what you really do!

 

Social security cards were received in 2 weeks after we arrived to the US! 

Greencards were received 1 month and 5 days later, and it was a greencard for 10 years

 

 And another thing that I want to add is that my husband is Indian and I am from Honduras! My husband was able to use my country of birth as his country (it is allowed to use your spouse country of birth), and he skipped the 15 year line for Indians, as my country is current! 

 

I hope this helps!!!

Thanks a lot for your response. one last question. 

what are you planing to do when you get there? ???? What did you ans this question. If spouse of the applicant says she wants to work as she will also be on green card. will it be a problem?? 

13 hours ago, gerberas said:

Eb1 visa

Case Complete : Jan 3rd 2019

Mumbai : Waiting for interview date

Eb3 

Case complete : 13th Dec 2018

Mumbai consulate, still waiting for interview letter. 

On 1/22/2019 at 8:12 PM, M Reddy said:

 

On 1/25/2018 at 7:02 PM, faithful12 said:

My interview was scheduled for 07:30 IST Jan 2018 at the Mumbai consulate for EB3 visa. Arrived at 06:50 IST and was asked to wait across the road, opposite the consulate. Immediately, all immigration visa applicants were called forward to the consulate to form the line irrespective of the time slot. We grouped into the queue as a family of 4 and were asked to keep the following documents ready for check:

§  P4 Letter

§  Passport Original

§  Visa Centre stamped DS-260 (received after biometrics)

 

At 07:05 IST the line started to move forward and initial checked the DS-260 and passport and then into the building for security checks. No electronics gadgets such as Cellphones, Power Banks, SIM enabled watches, CDs are allowed. Place all the wallets, purses, documents, bags into the x-ray scanner trays. If you have kids, snacks and juices are allowed. Since there are also chances of long waits for any unforeseen reasons, you can carry books to read while waiting.

 

After the security check, we will be directed to the next building where the Immigration counters available and the Counter Window #1 issues the token number which will be used throughout the process. Counter Windows 1 -16 will be available for Immigration visas. Counter #2-6 for Documentation Checks, Counter #7-16 for Immigration Officers.

 

We got called to Counter Window 3 for setting our Documentation in order, ensuring whatever required for the Visa officer to study the case and interview. We are asked to produce copies of marriage certificate, birth certificate, original Police clearance, 2 photos, offer letter. Once completed we were asked to wait at the lounge for our Token number to be called for the VO Interview. This waiting for us took at least 3 hours of waiting.

 

Finally when our token number flashed, the VO greeted and introduced himself as the VO for our case. He then asked us lift our right hand up and swear whatever we say from this point is the truth and nothing but the truth.

 

As the primary applicant, initial questions were directed to me and later my spouse. No queries were directed to the kids. Note that kids can really get restless at this point so ensure to occupy them with something so that they may not disturb the interview.

 

The following are the questions raised by the VO:

 

Primary Applicant

1)    Who is calling you to the US? 

2)    How did you know about this agency? 

3)    Will the agency support your salary in case you loose a job or they are unable to find an opening?

4)    What will you be working for the agency as? 

5)    Why is the reporting location different than the work site address? 

6)    Where did you do Master’s? What all subjects did you learn in your masters? What courses did you do apart from Masters? 

7)    How many years of experience you have in your profession? 

😎    Where were you born?

 

Spouse/Dependent Applicant

1)    Where were you born? 

2)    What is your current job? Explain the roles and responsibilities

3)    Did you visit US before? What were the job roles in US?

4)    What Team did you lead?

5)    Who did you work for during the period of H1 and L1? ( ince he had already been in the US before on H1 and L1)

 

 

The interview seemed very nerve wracking to me. But after 20 mins of questions and answers back and forth. The VO took some time of typing on his system and discussing with his colleague/Supervisor about this case. Once he completed that he paused for a while and told us that all 4 of our visas were approved and gave us 2 forms. We sighed with relief. One form explained how to pay the GC fees, the other form explained that our visa was approved – in bold letters and a tick mark against it (It also contained instructions what next after this interview). 

 

We thanked God and the officer for the approval. Overall the experience was different from what I had in mind. The officials and workers at the consulate were helpful. Special attention was given to senior citizens or differently abled applicants, helping them in arranging their documents in order, language support / translator in case applicant does not know English.

 

After a week of getting our visa approved, we were intimated by email that our passport were ready for pickup. We got a large grey packet that had a sealed packet and our passports with visa on it. The yellow sealed packet is to be handed over to the Immigration Officer at the POE along with our X ray CD. 

 

This has been our visa interview journey. Thanks VJers for your constant support and help.

God bless you all.

Hi Thanks for the write up. very helpful. I have a question regarding spouse of EB3.

Mine is EB3 category. i am waiting for interview date in mumbai consulate. Me and my spouse will be migrating together. Is my spouse eligible to work directly after migrating? which category does she fall under. Or does she need any EAD to work.  Your response is appreciated. Thanks in advance. 

Consulate : Mumbai

Visa Type : EB3

CC : 13 Dec 2018 

Still waiting for interview Date. 

On 6/14/2018 at 11:02 AM, coco84 said:

Hi guys, I just want to share with you my experience in Mumbai, India for my biometrics appointment! They asked me for my passport pictures even though in the instructions there is no mention of bringing them! I was in the line for 5 min and then inside for 15 min. This step is very quick, you don’t have to dress formal for this!!! I will update about my interview tomorrow!!!

Hi thanks for the upate. Can you please share your interview experience at mumbai consulate? I am waiting for the interview date at mumbai consulate and your experience might help me. 

Thanks in advance. 

15 hours ago, faithful12 said:

CC - Nov 15, 2017

 

Interview letter - Dec 15, 2017

Thanks a lot again for the response.  and can i please know what did you ans for this ques

3)    Will the agency support your salary in case you loose a job or they are unable to find an opening?

On 4/17/2018 at 12:40 AM, faithful12 said:

CC Nov 2017 - Interview Jan 17 2018

Hi Thanks for the information. Can you provide exact dates please. 

CC Date?

Interview letter received Date?

My CC date was 13th December 2018, and still waiting for interview date. 

Thanks in advance. 

On 1/25/2018 at 7:02 PM, faithful12 said:

My interview was scheduled for 07:30 IST Jan 2018 at the Mumbai consulate for EB3 visa. Arrived at 06:50 IST and was asked to wait across the road, opposite the consulate. Immediately, all immigration visa applicants were called forward to the consulate to form the line irrespective of the time slot. We grouped into the queue as a family of 4 and were asked to keep the following documents ready for check:

§  P4 Letter

§  Passport Original

§  Visa Centre stamped DS-260 (received after biometrics)

 

At 07:05 IST the line started to move forward and initial checked the DS-260 and passport and then into the building for security checks. No electronics gadgets such as Cellphones, Power Banks, SIM enabled watches, CDs are allowed. Place all the wallets, purses, documents, bags into the x-ray scanner trays. If you have kids, snacks and juices are allowed. Since there are also chances of long waits for any unforeseen reasons, you can carry books to read while waiting.

 

After the security check, we will be directed to the next building where the Immigration counters available and the Counter Window #1 issues the token number which will be used throughout the process. Counter Windows 1 -16 will be available for Immigration visas. Counter #2-6 for Documentation Checks, Counter #7-16 for Immigration Officers.

 

We got called to Counter Window 3 for setting our Documentation in order, ensuring whatever required for the Visa officer to study the case and interview. We are asked to produce copies of marriage certificate, birth certificate, original Police clearance, 2 photos, offer letter. Once completed we were asked to wait at the lounge for our Token number to be called for the VO Interview. This waiting for us took at least 3 hours of waiting.

 

Finally when our token number flashed, the VO greeted and introduced himself as the VO for our case. He then asked us lift our right hand up and swear whatever we say from this point is the truth and nothing but the truth.

 

As the primary applicant, initial questions were directed to me and later my spouse. No queries were directed to the kids. Note that kids can really get restless at this point so ensure to occupy them with something so that they may not disturb the interview.

 

The following are the questions raised by the VO:

 

Primary Applicant

1)    Who is calling you to the US? 

2)    How did you know about this agency? 

3)    Will the agency support your salary in case you loose a job or they are unable to find an opening?

4)    What will you be working for the agency as? 

5)    Why is the reporting location different than the work site address? 

6)    Where did you do Master’s? What all subjects did you learn in your masters? What courses did you do apart from Masters? 

7)    How many years of experience you have in your profession? 

😎    Where were you born?

 

Spouse/Dependent Applicant

1)    Where were you born? 

2)    What is your current job? Explain the roles and responsibilities

3)    Did you visit US before? What were the job roles in US?

4)    What Team did you lead?

5)    Who did you work for during the period of H1 and L1? ( ince he had already been in the US before on H1 and L1)

 

 

The interview seemed very nerve wracking to me. But after 20 mins of questions and answers back and forth. The VO took some time of typing on his system and discussing with his colleague/Supervisor about this case. Once he completed that he paused for a while and told us that all 4 of our visas were approved and gave us 2 forms. We sighed with relief. One form explained how to pay the GC fees, the other form explained that our visa was approved – in bold letters and a tick mark against it (It also contained instructions what next after this interview). 

 

We thanked God and the officer for the approval. Overall the experience was different from what I had in mind. The officials and workers at the consulate were helpful. Special attention was given to senior citizens or differently abled applicants, helping them in arranging their documents in order, language support / translator in case applicant does not know English.

 

After a week of getting our visa approved, we were intimated by email that our passport were ready for pickup. We got a large grey packet that had a sealed packet and our passports with visa on it. The yellow sealed packet is to be handed over to the Immigration Officer at the POE along with our X ray CD. 

 

This has been our visa interview journey. Thanks VJers for your constant support and help.

God bless you all.

12 hours ago, Shan2019 said:

My CC was Dec 20. Got Interview Date on Jan 8. It took 19 days.

My CC was Dec 13th. Still waiting for interview. mine is Employment based category(EB3). For my category, i have been waiting since 11 years, My priority date was Sep 2008, yes its Two Thousand eight.

just an interview away, i will be done with the wait. Hoping for the best.