S.Bannon

2 hours ago, Jimmy_Breen said:

Did anyone have any difficulty getting a hold of the Mater in order to schedule a medical? Or have any tips for doing so?

I've called multiple times only for it to ring for 10+ minutes, I filled out the online form requesting an appointment over a week ago, and I've emailed with no response.

Try calling first thing in the morning. 

Just now, Lino_klm said:

Congrats! How long after the interview?

Well. The Mater messed my medical up a bit. It was that bad the head of their department called me last Friday to apologies. (After a stern complaint on my part I might add).

Anyways...

My status was 

Refused on Monday 14th  at 8am

AP on Monday 14th at 9am

Issued on Monday 14th at 11am

Received the email just today with tracking number Wednesday 16th at 12pm

2 hours ago, S.Bannon said:

Visa Tracking Number. 

 

For those who have received their visa. Just wondering how you got a hold of the tracking number for the courier?

Update. Lol

Got the email with my tracking number today 

Visa Tracking Number. 

For those who have received their visa. Just wondering how you got a hold of the tracking number for the courier?

10 minutes ago, JimWahers1993 said:

Hi Everyone,

Really excited today as I just received an email from the NVC stating that my embassy interview has been scheduled for the 14th of July. 

Looks like the embassy is really starting to pick up the pace. 

 

One issue I have is that when I try an register my appointment on the embassy website I get an error saying this case number is not ready for an appointment. 
I'm hoping that this is just a timing issue and that it should rectify itself in the morning. But I wanted to ask if anyone else experienced something similar? 

 

Also in relation to the medical. Are the results sent to the embassy the day of the medical? Assuming I can get an appointment I'm wondering how long before the interview is needed for my results to be ready the day of the interview. 

 

Thanks!

Just now, SIRE said:

You'll receive an email from the embassy first stating that your visa and documents have been returned to the courier for pickup or collection along with a tracking number. It'll also say that it can take upto 2 business days for the courier co to update tracking information. I found dpd to be fairly quick. 

Ah, ok. That's really helpful. Thank you 

1 minute ago, SIRE said:

I had received the email from dpd but even before I was tracking, once I knew it was at the collection point I took a taxi and grabbed it ASAP. Received an email from dpd a few hours later that it was ready for collection and then received another email confirming it's delivered. 

My next question would be... How did you know it was at the collection point if you hadn't heard from DPD? I'd love to get it sooner. I've asked for it to be sent to sligo (that's where I live). If I call them, would I be able to go to Dublin and get it sooner?

My visa status is "ISSUED" as of this morning... Really hoping I can get my visa so I can keep my flight to Michigan which is booked for 22nd June or fly earlier even. 

6 minutes ago, Thewander said:

I never got any notice. I had to call dpd myself 

Wow. I'm surprised. I thought the courier emails us?

On 6/11/2021 at 8:12 AM, IrishMosquito84 said:

Yes we received our Passport with visa yesterday as well, with the same few pages of information.  It all must be digital now.  Congrats to everyone!!!  Ours was issued on the 4th so all of our passports must of been mailed on Wednesday.   

 

I was wondering if we needed a visa waiver or we are good to go with the stamp we got?

Just wondering how much notice you were given from the courier to pick up the passport? 

I've my flights booked but more than likely will have to move them. So just planning accordingly. 

1 minute ago, arken said:

I wonder what the CO was expecting to that question?

Oops.. lol. I meant LIVE 

😂😂

4 hours ago, Linos said:

CONGRATS!!! Wow that went quickly!!! What questions were you asked? I'm so nervous and excited...

Hey. He asked me 4 questions in total..

How did I meet my wife?

Where did we love when we got married?

Why are we moving to the US?

What employment I'm looking into?

Don't sweat. Main thing is have paperwork in order. The interview is the easy bit. 

3 minutes ago, Lino_klm said:

Congrats!! Hope you receive your visa soon. Is there a lot of people having interviews at the same time or you were the only one?

There were 3 of us in there. I was IR1 spousal. 

VISA HAS BEEN APPROVED. 

Went into the embassy for my interview at 1.30 left at 1.52. Wow, can't believe it went by so fast. 

Was asked 4 questions and that was that..

Nothing like hearing those words,

"It's my pleasure to welcome you to the United States of America." 

interview tomorrow.

The evening before the big day. Just a couple last minute housekeeping Q's. How have you all presented your documents when handing them in at the interview? Have you put them in a strict order? Labeled them?

I have my interview this Friday. My medical was scheduled for June 23rd I called the Mater today on the odd chance there might be some cancellations and they said they had a cancellation TOMORROW at 1.30 which I gladly accepted.

If you are on a cancellation list for medicals, it really is worth given them a call yourself. And definitely worth waiting however long til they answer the phone. 

2 hours ago, Mjdp89 said:

Is there anyway you can do blood test that you are already vaccinated or has immunity? 

Update:

My GP's office found my file in the archives. Lol God bless the archives 😂

vaccine records.

hi guys. Is anyone else having/had trouble getting a copy of the immunisation records for their medical due to the HSE Cyber Attack?

I requested mine today and was informed those records are also affected because of the cyber attack.

Just found out that the registrar's office cannot print out any paperwork ie. My Birth certificate due to the cyber attack.

Anyone had issues with this too? Interview is Friday June 4th

4 hours ago, Mjdp89 said:

It’s so hard to get through with them to book an appointment. 😟

I must have been very lucky then as I got through on first attempt. 

Called the Mater today and got a medical appointment for July 9th. It was the earliest they had available even though my interview date is June 4th. It's something I suppose. 

19 minutes ago, Lino_klm said:

Thank you so much for all the information here. I uploaded my wife 2020 taxes as well. I don't know though if the Gardai would issue another police certificate. Mine was issued on December 2020 and reading all of your messages my interview will be in July at best.

Hi. I sent off for a second police certificate, I just included a note in the back explaining the situation and US visa requirements. I got it with no issues. 

5 minutes ago, SIRE said:

Give us all some good news please! 

Yes 2020 taxes?

Hey everyone. 

I've been following this thread and found it most helpful. I just received word that my IR1 interview is scheduled for June 4th. 

I was DQ'd on December 14th. 

I'm a little concerned about the tax related documents based on above comments. My wife's grandfather is joint sponsor and he is only in the middle of completing his taxes for this year since the deadline for returns was extended in the US. He is retired so no W2's. Any advice for me Please?