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Just now, RadChan said:

Thanks for the update, and I am glad it went smoothly for you! 

 

Excuse my ignorance, but what does CD mean in this context?

 

Also - were you given any advice or info re getting your PR card? I heard they apply for it for you when you arrive! Thanks

CD- I got a compact disc back with my passport ,  It has my name, DOB , age, and case number on it . I assumed I had to hand it over at customs but no one wanted it. I think it my have my documents on it but maybe they were able to access them all without the CD.

PR- nope, I  asked able if my entry into the USA  would trigger my Social Security number/card being sent out  because that's my more immediate concern.  While she was friendly the CBP agent was a bit none committal and I got the impression she didn't really know ( or perhaps care). 

On 11/19/2020 at 8:48 AM, RadChan said:

Wow! I considered doing that but ended up booking it as soon as the interview was scheduled, so about 6 weeks in advance, but I left an 8 day gap after my interview. I wanted to get the cheap tickets as soon as I could! 

 

Good luck with it all! Can you let us know what your experience is like flying out during lockdown but this side of the pond and the other?

Update.

I flew from Heathrow to Chicago on United airlines on Friday 20th.

At check-in there are US immigration or CBP agents checking documents. I provided the Visa (printed in my passport), my marriage certificate and a photo copy of my wife's  US passport.  They were happy with that and it didn't take very long.

The airport was quite and the flight was almost empty, maybe 20-30 people on a  787!, the nearest person to me was 4 rows in front.

At customs in Chicago there was no queue. I was told to skip the automated machines and go straight to booth were the Customs and Border Patrol agents sits. I handed over the passport with the visa in. it. He checked a few things on his computer for a couple of mins, then asked me to sit in a waiting room. I had only been sat down for about 2 mins when another agent came out and gave my my passport back and told my I was free to go.  The whole process took less than 10 mins.  No one took the  CD I had been given with my  visa.

I hope you all have a similarly straight forward experience.

3 minutes ago, RadChan said:

Wow - did you book your flights after getting the passport back or before? If was very brave if before, but glad it worked out for you!

No I booked them as soon as it arrived. 

Hi

I had my interview Monday 16th of November.

Administrative processing 17th.

Issued 18th.

Delivered to my home address today ( 19th ).

Very happy it was so quick. 

Flying out tomorrow ! 

1 hour ago, Hannahl4211 said:

Just to add- my visa status has changed to issued less than 24 hours after my interview!!! They are moving faaasssst  Good luck everyone!!! Sending positive vibes for new dates your way!! 

I'd love to hear how you (or anyone else) get on at the airport if you fly out after the new travel restrictions come in this week. 

Is emigration one of the exceptions ? None of the new rules seem to be published anywhere.

Thanks