Hi, I am eligible for drop-box(interview waiver) , after checking the dates for a while i found that dates are available for consular appointment in summer 2023 so i changed option to regular interview and booked it for summer as a backup plan, though i need to travel in nov to attend a wedding and have been checking everyday and didnt get any nov/dec 2022 consular appointment dates, is it possible to fill up another DS-160, pay MRV fee and try for drop box dates in 2022 ? She is eligible for drop box and I heard they are processing drop box applications in Chennai. @Roop I had the same issue. So I am wondering if anyone else had this issue and if anyone knows how else I can confirm the interview waiver. Ok Thanks! You cannot paste images directly. You will need to make an appointment and drop-off your documents as per the checklist, and the passport with your new Visa is couriered back to you. It has limited features for selling and closing more clients. Contact Us. If you got your visa stamp in Mexico, Canada, or any other non-Indian country, you are eligible. The form must be completed by providing answers to every required item. It shows the appoinment is available on July 1st but I cant register for one, Powered by Discourse, best viewed with JavaScript enabled, Unable to schedule dropbox appointment as it shows only OFC appointment for interview. How to verify, if you booked Dropbox Appointment with VAC in dropbox ? in your location. This app is totally incorrect. But i answered below question wrong and i ended up booking in person interview instead of dropbox. Learn how your comment data is processed. I was hesistant about it too, since I had applied in Chennai last time. #1 H1b dropbox appointment dates for extentsion not available 11-20-2020, 03:17 PM Hi All, I am eligible for dropbox but I am unable to find any open dates for last 2 weeks or more for Mumbai. If you qualify for an interview waiver, you will receive a submission letter containing a document checklist. When you apply for US Visa Renewal using the dropbox option, as part of the appointment booking screen to drop off documents, it used to look like in the below screenshot. ELigible for interview waiver for visitor visa. I live in Pune and would like to use the Dropbox facility at Pune, can I schedule an appointment with Hyderabad VAC and drop my documents at Pune center? I am the alone applicant in my cgi profile and I did payment for myself.But still appointment confirmation is showing no of applicants as 2 but in MRV payments it is showing only one payment.Please guide me for t his. The other one is for students applying for F1 Visas. Example: If you got your first-time H1B visa stamp in Mexico or Canada or any other US embassy outside India. However, whether your case is an emergency or regular appointment, the earlier you book your appointment, the better. The American Bazaar is a publication of American Bazaar, Inc., based in Germantown, MD. Again, just like the 10-digit barcode, the receipt will also be needed when you want to schedule online your appointment. Every day new dates for OFC appointments are available in the consulates but when I click on it, it says no appointment available. None of the consulates in India have enough consular appointment slots available. You will need to pay a visa application fee. The US consulate in Chennai is highly understaffed and impossible for fresh B1/B2 applications to get slots. You are approaching the maximum number of times you may view this page. Its hard to tell because I don't see appointments beyond August, September or all of 2023 for that matter! It looks like as in the below screenshot. Please update here when you have an information. Add your Dropbox Submission. 3 Reply AlternativeSkin 2 yr. ago Will it get approved? The Wait For US Visas Till 2024. but the application history shows visa priority regular and my confirmation page has only VAC details..so does this mean i got drop box or inperson interview? Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. When you book an in-person US Visa appointment, the first step is to book a biometrics appointment. It used to show the page heading as Schedule OFC Appointment and the dropdown to select interview location used to say IW at the end. Press Esc to cancel. This is the first thing in your application process. You can post now and register later. It shows nothing in all of the VACs for me and says no appointments available. If you are an H or L visa holder, you may get lucky later this year as there are plans to open slots later in September 2022. #3 I received my visa after January 1, 2008, #4 My prior visa is not annotated as Clearance Received or Department Authorization. You can restart the questions and see, if that helps. There are a few things you can check to make sure you are booking or have booked a dropbox appointment. Normally, the advise is to go for it as US embassy wants to reduce their work load. Check your eligibility using this simple online app by selecting the country you are applying for a visa. However, there is no harm in checking every now and then as they may open some slots as capacity permits. We booked dropbox appointment slot (B2) for my parents. US visa Interview waiver is the term used for the dropbox facility. immihelp.com is private non-lawyer web site. Again, in December 2022, they confirmed the availability of the 48-month dropbox rule for 2023 and beyond as well. Thanks Do you know if it can be corrected? In the event that you MUST travel to the US before any of the available dates, you can apply for an expedited appointment to fast-track your application process and travel. Thank you. However, Indians can be relieved to hear that B1/B2 visitor visa appointments will be opening in feb third week after a long pause. When i filled out questionaire for interview waiver eligibility, I got yellow screen, my parents previous visa expired in July 2018. You will start your online visa application by choosing the location where you are to apply for your US visa. The US embassies recommend that applicants book their US visa appointment date days before their intended travel date. I had received appointment confirmation with Interview Waiver instructions, however if I go and check my Appointment History, it says Visa Priority as Regular. Thanks for your feedback. "There are currently no appointments available". If I select Chennai, do I need to go to submit my documents in Chennai or can I do it in Bnaglore? You just need to enter your current stamped visa and the details of the visa that you are applying for . Am I missing something? In the next screen we enter the passport delivery details 3. Answer: With this new variant Omicron fear looms large. Watch - How to contribute, 1. Can you please confirm what happened in your situation? To identify such applicants, the US embassy will release more that 20,000 additional waiver (dropbox) appointments for Spring 2022 in New Delhi, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kolkata and Mumbai, the report . Your local congressman/women. All others are not eligible for dropbox too. As US visa stamping and issuing of new visas remains a hot button topic for Indians post the pandemic, American mission in India is working to clear some confusion regarding how the visa situation is likely to look like in the coming months. I am in Delhi location. 1. I have a similar issue. What happen your case. However, when I try to schedule drop box appointment, I only get the option to choose OFC appointment interview location and has only Chennai listed and says there are currently no appointments available. It will not have any implication. After payment, while I proceed further, it takes me to OFC appointment page and then select Interview Date from one of the 5 VACs. #1 I have a previous U.S. visa in the same class as the visa for which I wish to apply. If someone has or is facing same scenario, any updates will be appreciated, Did you get any confirmation regarding this? Friend, relative, agent can drop. If you are an immigrant applicant, your application process will be initiated by your sponsor who is based in the US. The US embassy can call you for a visa interview after you have dropped your documents. Children applying through an interview waiver should submit photocopies of their parents valid visas and passport bio-page. There has to be some serious upgrade to the US consulate approach. I wanted to understand what the additional document requirements for b1/b2 visa re-issue (have dropbox appointment next week) apart from below: 1. Will there be any problem or difficulties attending the inperson interview? H1b extension is for people inside US. Dropbox Processing Time 10-30 Days The US embassy has mentioned that you will receive a decision on your case within seven to ten business days of submission. At least 10 characters, please. But their dropbox appointment is in October 2022 ( more that 48 months after expiration. @Charu_Ramachandran thanks for sharing your experience here. Only Relevant questions. You can only hold one type of appointment for a visa type. Did you ever see any centers other than the major VAC cities? Since consular slots are very less available so it is a hit and trial method to book slots. And like Tushar mentioned, he is able to see them and I cannot, though we checked at very similar times. Put the new Access Code in the extension. Thank you, were you able to resolve this? I used to be able to see all slots and suddenly over night it stopped showing my calendars for all consulates. You need to keep checking every now and then. Proceed by clicking on Schedule Appointment. With this, you will be able to schedule online your visa appointment. If I am applying for an F visa, I am continuing as a student at the same school for which my previous visa was issued. One photograph was taken within the last six months (according to US visa photo specifications). My dropbox conformation letter shows 2 applicants, and 2 barcodes which are same, has anyone come across this situation? I have the same issue right now. Does this confirm that the appointment slot is for both my mom and dad? Latest Department of State directive for Interview waivers is as follows Important Announcement on Waivers of the Interview Requirement for Certain Nonimmigrant Visas. Without it, your application can as well be considered nonexistent. Your friend, relative, or agent can drop the documents on your behalf on the date and time of your appointment. It doesnt matter where you are applying from, as a nonimmigrant US visa applicant, there are some appointments you will have to keep during your US visa application process. Did you answer the questions on USTravelDocs correctly. Error: There are currently no appointments available. You can also read How to apply for H1B Visa Dropbox Appointment Step by Step Guide. 2. . document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. There are currently no appointments available. There is no need to take a visa interview appointment if they call you. It is usually allowed in an emergency situation. But, if you look at the regular visa stamping with Biometrics and in-person visa interviews, it would have both the VAC appointment details and Consular appointment details. Did anyone successfully book the appointments in the Chennai location? Print the confirmation page and keep it. Anirudh, Sadly, we are at the mercy of the system. Our office typically schedules additional appointment slots on a rolling basis depending on the demand for appointments. . There is no new update as such. There is no box as such but you need to submit your documents to the VFS location assigned by the US embassy. The ASC employee will review your application package to make sure you have submitted all required documents for your visa class. The chrome extension will be availble to the public only after Goolge reviewing the code. If this is your first visit, be sure to Managed by RedBus2US.com Team View in Telegram In this case, you will need to choose the earliest date on the website. Whats wrong embassies, are they understaffed or just overbooked? This still continues to be the same for Biometrics appointment booking even after Nov 28th, 2021. Is this the same case with you too? All you need to see is your confirmation letter that shows your dropbox appointment details. My suggestion is to book your plane tickets back to the US after at least 3 weeks from the date of your document submission. After missing the appointment, your receipt will be marked as unused within 24 hours.You will be allowed to select a new drop-off date and print a new drop-off letter once your receipt is marked unused. H1B gives up his option of dropbox and combines his application with H4 to appear for an interview along with H4. or 2. Visa interview or dropbox is for people outside US. check out the. I think one of the criteria is Consulate office, which means you might get drop box only in Mumbai. US Visa Dropbox Appointment Experiences Tracker. Confirmation page shows only VAC details but the appointment history shows visa priority regular for delhi VAC.I got yellow page with drop box eligibility confirmation.What to do now is it drop box or in person interview. Which congressman office do you recommend ? Hi, did you drop off in Bangalore? All times are GMT-5. The dropdown in appointment booking shows VAC, instead of IW starting from November 28th, 2021. Mine isnt showing anything at all. Everything about the US visa application process is step by step. Call the customer service or email them. Cities like Bangalore generate a humongous quantum of business so what cant they make things more streamlined. Please press the Back button and choose a new OFC appointment Date. That's all with the extension configuration!! If you did not hold any other visa approval, then 48 month rule should apply. It looks like in the below screenshot for dropbox appointments. For ecample if you are in bay area (say Palo Alto area) then you will reach out to Rep Eshoo, Rep Spiere or Rep Ro (depending on your address), or leader pelosi if you are in SF. As for your question, yes I think you will be able to submit in BLR, even if you pick another. But when I check the CGI portal Visa Priority is updated as Regular.I have below mentioned two questions. 2) Another thing, my visa appointment is on Sunday at 1pm, when I refer the CGI portal, submission of drop box timings showing as Monday to Friday 10am to 4pm (http://staging2012.ustraveldocs.com/in/in-main-contactus.asp). RedBus2US.com 2010 - 2023, All Rights Reserved. I am in a similar situation. Violated users will be removed. Can you imagine the number of people who have to wait 2-3days after biometric to get a consular interview date? This is what I am seeing every time I check the website. Interview confirmation page 5. AK, You cannot have two accounts for the same applicant applying for the same visa category. Hence, we have changed it here. Step-by-Step Instructions: Install the chrome extension. Yes the only option is to wait, I guess. Can you please help us understand your case so that we can fix the app (if there is a problem indeed). For eg, in my case my previous H1B visa expired in Sept 2018 and I booked a date for my dropbox appt in Mar 2023. In the dropdown, IW stands for Interview Waiver that indicated that the booking was for a dropbox or visa renewal appointment. It will not have the details of the Consular Appointment. You have to choose your preferred US embassy to take an appointment and then drop your documents at the corresponding drop-off location FREE of cost: An additional fee of Rs 650 (subject to change) is charged if you drop your documents at a center thats not assigned to your US embassy location. The information needed includes your email, first name and last name, and password (which you are to create there). You can schedule meetings, invoice clients, manage documents, and message clients directly inside the platform. Find out about the. Choose your preferred date and time from the calendar, then click"Schedule Appointment". I am qualified for interview waiver and can see Hyderabad VAC appointments for December. Your link has been automatically embedded. Do they need to go to drop the documents or can someone else drop the documents on their behalf. You will see an on-screen message indicating the appointments dates available for an interview. @Charu_Ramachandran - Im also facing the same issue when tried to schedule dropbox appointment. Find a Job It looks like in the below screenshot. Not sure how to resolve the issue. I am eligible for dropbox. My confirmation page does not have Consular Appointment details but the appointment history shows Visa Priority: Regular. Please follow the instructions on your appointment. Thank you, It shows Regular for me too. After the reset/new day, one can again try again. Dropbox appointment for H1b in India for summer 2022. Type above and press Enter to search. 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