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Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:24pm On Feb 08, 2017 |
MabraO: You can't, on your own, file for an immigrant visa, unless you meet certain requirements that I have written about extensively in prior posts. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 11:47am On Feb 06, 2017 |
Luckysoj: I'm glad you checked before buying tickets to the U.S. No, this is not true. It would be a huge announcement if true. We have seen various versions of this untrue story from different countries. If you read this carefully, you will see that this is not Vanguard but local-reports -- an unknown entity. Visit our website https://ng.usembassy.gov/ for the most current and true updates. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 11:44am On Feb 06, 2017 |
Cfo4all: The marriage invalidates the K1 fiance visa. If he got divorced now, it would still be invalid. His new wife will have to file a CR1 immigrant visa for him. Report the marriage to USCIS and then wait for the new petition to flow through the normal process. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 12:01pm On Feb 03, 2017 |
1. How will this lady know if 6c1 applied on her. Is there a formal way that USCIS adopts to let the beneficiary know. Say, by means of 'Notification Email' or 'Update in Online Status' or 'In the Revocation Letter from USCIS or Embassy'. If you write LagosIV@state.gov, the officer assigned to your case will investigate and return an answer to you. 2. If she is notified by any of the means above, how soon can she expect this notification from USCIS/Embassy. Understanding this, will help her to react proactively. There is no timetable on responses as research can take quite awhile. Generally, you will have a response within five working days. 3. A generic question : Many a times in this blog i read out clearly that COs are as lenient as possible for most applicants unless they commit felony. We are extremely thankful for this considerate attitude of yours. Mercy. Under the new honorable president Mr. Donald Trump, has this attitude changed by any sense.? It looks like the media reports a lot about immigration updates, these days. There is no change to Nigerian immigrant visa policy at this time. It is true that we check for felony convictions. Other things that may keep an immigrant visa applicant from being approved include multiple smaller convictions; overstaying a non-immigrant visa (mama stays for 3 years instead of 6 months); not having the required financial support; polygamy; and refusal to be vaccinated. If you are interested, here is the full list of ineligibilities as of this writing: https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/general/ineligibilities.html#visa 4. I also remember that i read out in some media that Waiver options for many ineligibility sections are ruled out under current govt policy. Is this true ? . Kindly excuse if i understood/asked anything wrongly. There is no change to the waiver policy at this time. That said, waiver approvals are not guaranteed. If someone is seeking a waiver, then they have done something wrong. Entering the United States is a great privilege and many tens of thousands of Nigerians enjoy their visits in America. There are many more who wish they could travel to the U.S. but cannot for various reasons. When enjoying the privilege of being in the U.S., we ask everyone to be on their best behavior. You are, after all, ambassadors of your country. Unfortunately, not everyone follows this guidance. Again: I request the general bloggers to ask sensible questions to the VO. The VO is spending valuable time in responding to our questions. Asking about 'Ticket costs' is way too mundane and cliche in blogs like this. Agree. Regards, VO 1 Like |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 11:47am On Feb 03, 2017 |
Mina83: Write the immigrant visa unit at LagosIV@state.gov. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 11:46am On Feb 03, 2017 |
forfaith: You may request an update on any case by writing the immigrant visa unit at LagosIV@state.gov. Please provide your case number, the petitioner's name, and the beneficiary's name when you write. We will only reply to the petitioner, the beneficiary, or the lawyer on file. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 3:45pm On Feb 02, 2017 |
bleek147: These are questions for USCIS. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 2:26pm On Feb 02, 2017 |
bleek147: No, you cannot change a K1 visa to a CR1 visa (or any other immediate relative visa). You should go ahead and apply again. The good news is you have a good history so while strange things can happen, you should have a relatively smooth time of it. Regards, VO 1 Like |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 12:46pm On Feb 02, 2017 |
therealchase: Congratulations! Welcome to America. Regards, VO 3 Likes |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 12:46pm On Feb 02, 2017 |
bleek147: A K1 visa is a fiance visa. Since you are married, you no longer qualify for a K1 visa. You should now apply for a K3 visa or a CR1 visa. This will require a new application. You should report your marriage to USCIS as soon as possible. If you come to the interview and you are married, you will waste your time and everyone else's. If you neglect to tell the officer that you are now married, you could forever jeopardize your opportunity to go to the United States. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 3:16pm On Feb 01, 2017 |
bodescous: This is a good question and one I am happy to answer. No, there is no "retrogression" underway (this is when cut off dates move backwards instead of forward, essentially meaning a longer wait). There is also no new immigration policy targeting Nigeria. We have, per the Executive Order, stopped processing refugee visas at this time, but we only see very few of those in any given period. Your F2A application is certainly not affected by refugee processing or retrogression. The second moving part is our ability to take your interview at the Consulate. We have very high volume and not a lot of adjudicating officers. That means, even though your case is current and ready for interview, if we do not have the capacity to take you, then you must wait a little longer. This is similar to getting a movie ticket at the Palms: There are many tickets available, but you still have to wait in line to get one. I understand that this process can be frustrating. Please know we are doing all we can to ensure your case -- and all cases -- move forward as fast as possible in order to reunite your family. Regards, VO 1 Like |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:17pm On Feb 01, 2017 |
gabonsky: You are welcome! Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:16pm On Feb 01, 2017 |
packdprince: It depends when he married. If he married before she became a citizen, then his petition is no longer valid and he will have to start from the beginning. If he married after she became a citizen, then he may be eligible for a F3. Your mother, your brother, and/or your attorney should contact USCIS as I have no way to make that determination. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:32pm On Jan 31, 2017 |
Itstyme: Applicants have had success with writing the Consulates and Embassies in Nigeria. However, I would make a small clarification: the purpose is not to get a police certificate. The purpose is to get an immigrant visa to legally live and work in the United States. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:30pm On Jan 31, 2017 |
Teegeh: The only recourse for your sister is to wait for the F3 to become current. If there was some ineligibility applied, such as a 6C1 for misrepresentation for lying about her marital status, then there could be a longer wait. I encourage you to consult with an immigration attorney. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:28pm On Jan 31, 2017 |
packdprince: Without knowing the details of the case, once your mother becomes an American citizen, and he remains married, she may file for your brother as an F3. If he gets divorced, he would be an F1. If she is not yet a citizen, she cannot file for him as there is no visa class available for an adult married child of a legal permanent resident. You, as his brother, may also file for him when you become a citizen as an F4. However, the fastest way would be an F3 (assuming he stays married). He will need a new priority date regardless, which is unfortunate but the law. Do not try to game the system. All of this is part of your record and his record. It will take time, but it will be worthwhile in the end. If you try to game, you could jeopardize all of your statuses and you might never become citizens at best and deported at worst. I advise you to consult with an immigration attorney. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:21pm On Jan 31, 2017 |
forfaith: We work with all necessary partners which may or may not include the ones you've mentioned. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 1:20pm On Jan 31, 2017 |
hajj123: I cannot coach you through the interview. I have already stated that you should be honest about where you've lived and where you've visited. How that translates to the interview, or does not, is up to you. Regards, VO 1 Like |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 3:36pm On Jan 30, 2017 |
hajj123: Visits to other countries are less relevant for an immigrant visa. You should volunteer this information during your interview to avoid any discrepancies. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 3:07pm On Jan 30, 2017 |
AyaSho: An R1 visa is a non-immigrant (work) visa for religious workers. All visas must be adjudicated in person before travel so no, she cannot fly there in person for the interview. Please take your question to the appropriate forum. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 8:45pm On Jan 29, 2017 |
hajj123: The question centers around the police certificate requirements. Anyone living in a country for a year or more after the age of 16 requires a police certificate from that country. In addition, all countries you've visited after the age of 16 should be listed on the DS-260. Do not leave any countries out thinking you can avoid a police certificate if you "forget" to list the country. We have records. If there is a serious discrepancy between what you report and what we know, you could lose your ability to immigrate to the United States. In short, fill out the form to the best of your ability -- truthfully. Regards, VO 1 Like |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 8:40pm On Jan 29, 2017 |
Lildoc: Let's take a moment to think about this question: Even if I wanted to answer you, you're missing basic information such as: when are you going? where are you going? where are you starting? which airline do you prefer? do you want a connection? are you traveling alone? which fare class are you pursuing? are you traveling with pets? do you have an infant? (Please note: I don't really want to know.) Regards, VO 8 Likes |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 7:26pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
ladyprosper: Report your status to USCIS and they will walk you through the file update. The earlier you do this, the better it will be for you. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 7:26pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
DevOpsX: This is a question for USCIS. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 7:25pm On Jan 27, 2017 |
automatic1: I answered this question just a few posts ago. The short answer is no except under extraordinary circumstances. Read the last few pages or use the search function. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 8:53am On Jan 27, 2017 |
automatic1: If you are the petitioner, you will start with USCIS. A simple Internet search will get you to the right place. If you are not able or are not willing to do that, you should consult with an immigration attorney. Regards, VO 1 Like |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 3:47pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
zed7: The petitioner can inform USCIS about the desire to cancel the petition. However, please note that, by law, this decision is immediate and irreversible, even if you change your mind five minutes later. An F4 immigrant visa can take about 10 years until completion. Think carefully about this decision. That said, if he and his family are happy in Nigeria, then I wish them all the best, even though he sounds like exactly the kind of person we want to live and work in the United States. Regarding the application for a B1/B2, I cannot say how this will affect that application. Regards, VO 2 Likes |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 2:38pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
iwrestledabear: I advise you to consult with USCIS regarding your green card. Also, you have asked a non-immigrant visa question on an immigrant visa forum. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 2:36pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
philipogunti: This is a complicated question and I will not have all of the answers for you. In general, the adoption must be "full and final" in Nigeria before someone can petition for the child. However, if the child is 16 years or older at the time of adoption and has no other siblings, then the child cannot be adopted under U.S. law. This is due to the I-604, Determination on Child for Adoption in which a consular officer agrees that the adoption was full, final, under a court of competent jurisdiction, and the age requirements have been met. I encourage you to consult with an immigration and/or adoption attorney for further guidance. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 2:29pm On Jan 26, 2017 |
oloyinmomo: There is no "third waiver" for your immigrant visa; a 92C cannot be waived. Therefore, you are permanently banned from entering the United States. However, you may -- may -- be eligible for a waiver for a non-immigrant visa. The Consulate no longer has your file. You should contact USCIS going forward. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 12:48pm On Jan 24, 2017 |
oloyinmomo: If you indeed have a 92C on your record, and you are applying for an immigrant visa, then yes, you are permanently banned from entering the United States. Regards, VO |
Travel / Re: U.S. Immigration Questions: Ask A U.S. Consular Officer by VisaOfficer: 12:46pm On Jan 24, 2017 |
lysiana: No issues, though it is preferred to be together. Regards, VO 1 Like |
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