Read the special 60th anniversary edition of SPAN here! Watch this thread Start a new thread Add a post . Ambassadors Fund for Cultural Preservation Project Releases a Book in Itanagar, India-Wide Visa Section Closures (PDF 64KB), Handy Info: 3 Steps to Applying for a U.S. Visa (PDF 1 MB), National Interest Exception Frequently Asked Questions, United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). So, do not be confused with the text with OFC on the top. If I get any info, I will share with you. Hello, I made a mistake while answering the questionnaire while booking visa appointment slots. When his turn came he went to collection counter and submitted his documents as follows 1. Yes, you can ask someone else like your friend, spouse, or travel agent to submit your visa application documents on your behalf. It is important to choose your preferred drop-off location tied to the consulate as listed above when you book the appointment. Hi, By mistake i update my spouse passport in my visa application profile i already requsted US visa service desk to correct it but now more then 20 days no response any idea how to much time its take or any other way to book appointment . Applicants collecting/submitting documents from any other locations will need to pay a nominal fee of Rs 650/- per individual at the time of pickup/submission. planning for India visit May/June next year, just exploring options for stamping. It is suggested to select a dropbox location to drop off documents at the below centers based on where you plan to give the visa interview. External links to other Internet sites should not be construed as an endorsement of the views or privacy policies contained therein. I changed job for employer B in Jan 2022 and got new I797 approved. See above article for the details. Official News release screenshot from December 2022, News release screenshot from December 2021, In the past, the requirement was Your previous visa was in the same class and valid or expired within the last 12 months. Sohini, Usually, that should be fine as long as you have a copy of the approval notice I797A. I have gotten eligible for a drop box for first time H1B stamping. Applicants renewing any visa in the same category within 48 months of expiration are eligible for interview waiver. US visa Interview waiver is the term used for the dropbox facility. Please let me know. What it means, the 48-month rule was set to expire last year, thats what they extended. As per the US Department of State and USTravelDocs.com website guidance, the question reads that you need to select an interview waiver or dropbox submission date at dropbox location (VAC Center) at least 7 calendar days before your US Visa has been expired 48 months. We will provide information on non-immigrant appointment waiting times at every Embassy and Consulate posted on. Let me know what you can find. In this article, we will look at the US Visa dropbox or Interview Waiver process in India, what it means to anyone going for US Visa stamping, and FAQs on the same. Can you let me know how long it took for you and if visa approved? It is normal to work like that. In 2 days he status changed to application received @ Delhi consulate and case created. stamp still valid, but expiring in November 2019. Can you please confirm that even if I am eligible for the drop box , I can still do an in person interview as that is the only option I was given ? Naresh, Depends on the company status with blanket or not. > No 4) Have you ever been refused a U.S. visa before? Does anyone know why it is saying that? I am in the same situation. Question is we have booked our drop box appoinments for all three of us, will there be any issues with my kids visa issual? > No 3) Was your most recent U.S. visa lost or stolen or cancelled? If you are applying for an F visa, you should be at the same school for which your previous visa was issued. Your parents may not be eligible as it is over 48 months. Currently I moved to the H4 dependent visa from L2 dependent visa and my i-94 is expiring in 6 months from now. It never prompts me to book the actual visa interview slot. Check the USTravelDocs website for the same. You have basically 4 years from the date of expiry to apply for Visa Renewal using Dropbox now. I just renewed my h1b with my current employer. in case if in-person interview is needed after dropoff how this will be handled? dropbox, Arun, it can take a couple of days sometimes. They said they will open some later this year. March 11th, 2021 : US Department of State made an announcement expanding the 24 month from expiry eligibility to 48 months from expiry. So, my question is that, can I apply for dropbox as I have visa validity left for 2 months. Same problem. Dan, Yes. One photograph (per U.S. visa specification). But, for renewing your existing US Visa, if you meet certain criteria, then you do not have to appear for an in-person interview. Blanket L1 holders do not qualify for Dropbox or interview waiver. Previous copies of my expired H4 Approval notices. Is that sufficient to show in the appointment? Thank you very much for good video, very informative. No, you must appear for the interview. For H4 EAD Dropbox documents do you require original or copies of H1B spouse documents? H4 Dropbox appointment USA H4 Visa stg April 23, 2022, 4:05pm #1 Hi, My current h4 visa is stamped till September 30th (spouse current h1 approval is till September 30th) .Our h1 and h4 is in getting submitted for extension in couple of weeks. Sam, You may visit, if you get slot. Most recenly I have travelled on B1/B2 to the US and back. GUIDE to Travel to US with valid Visa on Expired Passport ? Alekhya, Well, this one is not interchangeable, You should only go to Mumbai. Vish when is your interview scheduled ? Print your appointment letter and follow the instructions in it. Copy of the H4 Visa Stamp on the passport. Thank you !! DS 160 form - No need to carry a full copy of DS160. In general, you need to apply for Biometrics & US Visa Interview appointments, if you need to get a US visa stamping on your passport. DS-160 confirmation page. If you meet the above requirement, then you will not see the question Did your previous H-1B ( temporary occupation, temporary worker, or trainee) expire within the last 48 months?, so do not be confused. Hi, I want to know, in case anybody cancels his/her appointment, then in how much time frame this can be seen by others to grab? Hi Sangita, i am in the same situatiohn and had my dropbox yesterday. If my parents documents are appropriate when they go in for dropbox, that consular visa appointment means nothing to us since the visa would have been received by then. I am having F1 visa now my H1b papers are approved , i have to go to Consulate. I and my family was refuse a tourist visa early this year though we have been to usa more than 4 times. My son Birthday 03/02/2008 (14 years/5 months). This is crazy, it's going to be 2 years and still so hard to get a visa appointment. I traveled to US through employer B in Jan 2017 and the visa was valid until Nov 2019. Pleas help. You must already have a confirmed interview appointment date in order to request an expedited appointment. I mean H1 and H4 get same Dropbox appointment to drop documents. Good thing is in New Delhi it is showing 1 calendar day waiting. Thanks. I am on same situation. I am not sure what is going to happen. If applicable, required documents based on visa class (such as a petition approval for petition-based visas; more information about . It still means dropbox appointment booking, if you were given the dropbox confirmation screen. I carried the Thank you. If applying for a J visa, your DS-2019 is also issued by the same institution as it is on your previous visa. In short, you need to submit it 7 days before your visas 48 months from expiry deadline. Can i still go ahead with my appointment as scheduled? Please advise. On December 23rd, 2021, they extended the 48 months eligibility rule indefinitely. The question was 1) Do you have previous U.S. visa in any visa class issued? View in Telegram. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. As soon as I knew what date I have to be there in India, I started looking. Also, submitting parties may need to provide their identity documents as well. I have been approved for multiple US visas in the past. US Visa Approval & Refusal Rates by Country and Visa H1B Visa Tracker (FY 2023) US Visa Stamping Dropbox (Interview Waiver) Tracker US Visa Emergency Appointment Tracker USCIS Processing Times US Visa Appointment Times Do I have to physically be at the VAC or can I use a representative to drop my passport? Think earliest available Dropbox appt is in may for now.. slots were opened for jan/feb/March and got filled up few weeks ago. For the first time (clicking on the New appointment),While filling up the questionnaire it said I am eligible for a drop box appointment and I confirmed. I am hoping to get the extension before my trip in July. Now i am applying for H1B. Got VAC appointment at Chennai but the consular appointment at Hyderabad with 10 days gap between. Is it possible to change it to Dropbox without cancelling my date? Medical and humanitarian emergency traveler, we will expedite processing for those dealing with life threatening emergencies. Read Guide to US Visa Interview Waiver for certain H1B, L1, H4, others. Register for Account to book appointment : After that you need to register an account to book an appointment at https://cgifederal.secure.force.com/?language=English&country=India I would like to know if the above docs are good enough or do i need to submit w-2 ,paystub ,green card , bank statement documents as well ( i am the representative ( son ) )? Hi Please help me with the following situation. nirav, They have to be below 14 years, your son is over 14 years. The appointment does not have to be within a year, but you need to book at least a date within 12 months. How to Check US Visa Status Online? Looks like same visa class within 48 months of the prior visas expiration has been extended indefinitely so we are eligible for Drop box ? Vishal, You need to cancel and create a new appointment. Now I am looking to book a dropbox appointment in Apr 2023. can someone help me how to get the status of my. In this case my spouse should take appointment right to get visa for all (herself + 2kids) right? A list of drop-off locationsis available on our website. I am totally confused by this, also t did not show me appointments for any other locations just few for Chennai VAC. Example: lets say your eligibility of 48 months from expiry is ending on June 30th, 2023, then you need to submit documents 7 days before June 30th. My parents have qualified for a drop box visa renewal. There is no deadline on when the 48 months rule for an interview waiver will end. Has anyone gone through the process of dropbox submission through someone else? In the past (before Sep 2019), for US Visa renewals, you had an option to go for dropbox, but it was not mandatory. India Mexico Canada Browse by Country Worldwide Wait Times Dashboard. I recently was able to book an appointment for an H1B visa stamping. I got an Dropbox appointment on sep13, and I submitted my documents,but when I checked for updates, it shows application received. Can I still drop my documents for H1B stamping under this appointment schedule? Select a U.S. Embassy or Consulate: Wait Times for Embassy/Consulate See details on appointment availability and processing times Global Visa Wait Times Wait Time for Interview Do update here on how it goes for community benefit. US Visa Appointment Availability Tracker. Can I still go to Hyderabad for my Biometric? If you are in doubt, the worst case scenario is you will do it in person. March 16th, 2021 : USTravelDocs CGI Federal website that is used for Appointment booking for US Visa is updated with the 48 from expiry change. Processing Time 7-10 days. Now, i am applying again in h1b category. This appointment booking is applicable for all dropbox option/ interview waiver applicants filing for their US Visa renewal or stamping in India. H1B primary Form i797A or B (H1B approval notice) - Original is best. Hello experts, Can you please help me with below doubts. Sharing my sons experience for Dropbox appointment for visa stamping for the first time. This changed to VAC starting from Nov 28th, 2021. US Visa Dropbox (Interview Waiver) Tracker . My spouse is eligible for drop box as per criteria. See the below screenshot on the same. Son is over 14 years of the H4 visa stamp on the Passport - original is best > No ). He went to collection counter and submitted his documents as Well and if visa approved an appointment. 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