Also, for first-time rejected applicants, they will get a chance to book slots for the second half of August. Luckily after lot of try today, i got OFC ( i believe this is biometric/Fingerprinting appointment in chennai location) and consular appointment on further date, i got in MUmbai consulate. New, Renewal? What is the usual processing time for new B1/B2 visas? Did you all get a new appointment slot before Feb 2023? Additional instructions like parking and other location-specific info would be listed on the confirmation letter. If you have not got an F1 appointment, they said they will open more slots for the rest of the July and first half of August later. US Visa Stamping India Updates [Feb 2023]: F1 Interviews for Summer to start in April, Summary of all Updates from US Consulates in India as of February 13th, 2023, Timeline, Official Links to Updates from US Consulates in India until February 13th, 2023, History of US Travel Ban for India, NIE (Reference only Not Applicable Now), FAQs US Consulates Updates with COVID-19, Read below articles on the Travel Ban Exceptions, NIE Details, Travel to USA Processes, Samples, How to Guides. There is no requirement for the actual applicant to submit the documents. Also, when you submit the DS-160 form, you will get a confirmation number. I have been looking for Visa Dropbox slots for almost 2 months now with no luck. Only limited B1/B2 dropbox is processed at the moment. Depending on answer to this, we might or might not qualify for drop-box. You can carry either color printout or a black-and-white printout of your appointment letter/ confirmation page. In India, they have changed the dropbox submission process allowing any of the consulates or VAC locations to accept the dropbox submission. Swetha, 1. The amount shown will vary by country in local currency. No one knows. Ravi, You need to keep looking, they open slots almost daily on rolling basis. Below is a short summary of all updates from the US Consulates and Embassy in India from February 2022 until February 13th, 2023. We are in USA now. Today even on the OFC appointments page it is saying There are currently no appointments available. In all cases: You must first submit the online visa application form (DS-160), pay the application fee, and schedule the first available interview appointment. (checking everyday) 1) Is the Mumbai consulate not processing any dropbox visa? But I dont want to cancel this hard earned appointment. The appointment letter would have all the details related to the representative submission process. June 13th, 2022: Below are the latest updates from June 1st, 2022 until now. This kind of visa stamping process is called an Interview Waiver option and is popularly called the Dropbox Stamping. 3) 2 years have passed, since I submitted the documents during the H1B process, most of them might have expired, due to the validity clause on the document. You would get another screen that shows the below text with the next steps to follow, as shown in the below screenshot. Appreciate any help here. He is likely eligible, if he meets other requirements. No new changes in terms of consulate operation status or opening of appointments since the last update on April 19th, 2022. However, if I leave the US, I will need a new H1B stamp in order to return in Jan (which I must do, for work). Check previous weeks update for details. This option is to add your dependents as applicable if you are taking your H4 Dependents (spouse and children) for visa stamping along with you. Check timeline below for more info. Thanks Kumar. Now all the appointments are in English. They suggest to cancel and book dropbox slot, only when they find a slot. Raj, There is no way to escalate. Also, they said you cannot get the passport back during these 3 to 4 weeks period if you really want to for any reason. I cant seem to find a single date across any of the 5 locations. Hi, Ive dropped off my documents on feb6th 2023 at hyderabad hitech city metro office and my visa and location both were same (HYD)..so after two days the status was changed to application received then its changed to approved.. since then i mean its been 8days and so on the status still shows approved only..im little worried is it completed approved or iwill be in process? I also would like to understand the same. Visa Fridays: Below are the key updates from Visa Fridays organized by US Embassy in India on Jun 17th, 2022. Regards. Thank you! Any update on your situation, i also have a same situation. Priyam, You can submit anywhere, no need to do anything about DS-160. Also, they do not plan to cancel existing appointments. Good news! In the past, there used to be multiple languages to select on this page, but they removed it in late 2022. The first one is the list of common documents and the second is the documents that are specific to H1B visa applicants. First, you need to select the visa type either Nonimmigrant or Immigrant. This is one of the highest monthly totals ever since July 2019 as per them. Are dependent also eligible for drop box? At present, working in Singapore on Employment pass. Below is the confirmation screen with the next steps for the process in India. Otherwise, they may question. If any issues, call support. Question 4: Have you ever been refused a U.S.visa before?. Aug 20, 2021 0. Hi Im Keerthana My husband is eligible for Dropbox for H1B and me and my son both are added in my husband application we just want to confirm do we need both me and my son need to go in person interview or can we go for Dropbox along with my husband please give me suggestions on this. Applicants scheduling visa appointments in a location different from their place of residence should check post websites for nonresident wait times. And is he eligible for interview waiver appointment ? The trick to cancellation is to find an open slot. As US Consulates across the globe are operating in a very limited fashion globally due to the COVID pandemic, starting from Jan 1st, 2022 until December 31st, 2023, the US Department of State has given Dropbox Stamping option for certain first-time H1B Visa Applicants, if they meet all the below eligibility criteria. No changes in the overall US Consulates situation in India, they are still operating in a limited fashion. See below the official tweet, US Embassy answered questions on Visa Fridays on April 8th, below are key updates. No mention of any date when they will open slots. I was expecting to book an interview as my Son I below 14 years. But I cannot access any dates for a dropbox appointment at the US consulate in Kolkata, India (this is for a routine H1B renewal: I have confirmed interview waiver qualification, my DS 160 filed, all fees paid). I have the same scenario, Does that mean its a yes for that answer? 82K F1 Visas were issued in India this summer and highest ever from India.. F1 Slots for Spring 2023 to open in mid-Oct and mid to late November. In addition, it is important to thoroughly review all information on the specificEmbassy or Consulate Visa Section websitefor local procedures and instructions, such as how to make an interview appointment. Could you please give more clarity on H1 Dropbox? just want to check has any one faced same kind of issue for changing the status from approved to issued? The only way to check is to check using the questionnaire. For more, read, All Original Passports with a previous US Visa ( if you have one, just carry that), Your previous US Visa that is valid or expired (it would be in your passport), Photocopy of your I-797 Approval Notice (Current & Previous). You should refer to the instructions on the website of the Embassy or Consulate Visa Section where you will interview, or on their online appointment scheduling site. Only at this point will a consular section consider your request for an expedited appointment. The question does not indicate an H1B visa in the question as well. There was no Visa Fridays Q&A last week. You must carry both old and new to avoid confusion too. If you pay the fee at a bank over the counter at CitiBank, Axis Bank, or DRUK PNB Bank, then you will enter the receipt number in the box. But I got an interview waiver. 2) Since my previous H1b interview was at Mumbai consulate, am I limited to Mumbai for my dropbox appointment? US Embassy in India had Visa Friday Q&A Session on July 29th, 2022. You probably need to carry all updated documents , otherwise you will get 221g. . I am a first-timer for a US visa, but considering the current slots scenario. The reason is it says Schedule OFC Appointment and many think it is for giving your Biometrics (fingerprints, photo). You should arrive at the time of your appointment. December 26th, 2022: Below are updates until today since last week. H1B visa denial and extension denial are not the same. Below are the general eligibility criteria for getting an H1B Visa stamping using dropbox or the interview waiver option. It is better to carry the required documents, than scramble for the same in last minute. However you can also choose the interview instead of Dropbox along with your dependents and can go together but its your choice. Like Indian Time or US day time also we should keep checking slot? F1 Appointments for Fall 2022: US Embassy mentioned that they will give slots to students who did not interview before, instead of giving more slots for someone rejected. For first-time refused F1 applicants, they said that they will open visa appointment slots toward the end of the season. I am not sure why they asking for re-interview. You will be asked to select a location for the visa stamping or interview when you start the DS-160 form. Prathyusha, Yes, if your I-797 has changed, you can get it updated by calling support, also you can fill out new DS-160 as well and update the same. as I understood. If I apply for their B1/b2 renewal, will they qualify for interview waiver and if yes are there slots available for B1b2 Dropbox? You need to go only during the appointment date and allowed times to the dropbox location in the appointment confirmation letter. Check US Consulates contact info. March 29th, 2022: Below are the latest updates from March until today, includes last week as well. I have an approval and since I meet the eligibility for drop box do I still need to go for an interview? If my H1-B visa renewal start date is 29 October, can I take any appointment after July 29 which satisfies the rule that I can get my H1-B stamping done 90 days prior to my start date? You need to answer them correctly based on your situation. Pls do sure your feedback and your experience. I recently submitted my documents for H1B and H4 visa (for my wife) at the US Visa Application Centre in Chennai and wanted to help others who have appointments at . FYI. is that what you are seeing too? The list of documents to be carried will be given on the rest of the pages by Visa type. I cant renew those passports in USA as only 5 business days left for my travel, but I can do in Tatkal renewal in India after I get visa stamping and before coming back to USA. Processing Time 7-10 days. Does anyone know if I can update the I-797 Approval Notice Number after scheduling a drop-box appointment? Response: Check your previously issued US Visa annotations section. Is Dropbox for first time H1B stamping from F1, still valid for 2023? why it is stamped? No more placeholders slots, you can book appointments far beyond 6 months up to 1.5 years and use the same. On ustraveldocs it says all the VACs working hours of 10 am to 4 pm: https://www.ustraveldocs.com/in/en/step-5#application-centers. You need to select the right country or country and state combination as per your residence and click on continue. Hi Kumar, My spouse was on H4 visa starting from 2017 and we did the visa extension in 2019. If you are from other country, you should check your local US Consulate Website for updated information. All of these questions that are shown as questionnaires appear under Step 7 in the CGI Federal portal. After you make the payment and the receipt is activated, you need to enter the Machine Readable Visa(MRV) Fee payment receipt number. I am trying to figure out if I should book dropbox appointment on my own or proceed with employer booking interview appointment. 4. no, they will not do anything as such. See the below screenshot. As there are no drop box interviews available, can he choose to appear for interview instead, as there are appointments available. The city you select here does not really matter. Weve opened a number of B1/B2 interview waiver appointments for the coming month in Delhi, Mumbai and Chennai. 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