I have read that for interview appointments it can be done at the time of biometric appointment by submitting an updated/corrected DS-160 form. are those payments valid? Please let me know if you have any update on this. Till was time the slots are booked already and when we can expect new slots open? If you haven't already have it.. Use below for tracking dates, its helpful https://t.me/H1B_H4_Visa_Dropbox_slots Dec 23, 2021 3 2 Amazon baua OP Wow Dec 23, 2021 0 Netflix dumbfuk2 Dec 23, 2021 0 Amazon baua OP No one knows. When I filled out DS-160, my approved i797 was till Sep 2023 but later my company filed H1B amendment, and now I have approval i797 till 06 Jan 2024. kiran, F1 and F2 follow same pattern. Email traveldocs support with copies of both passport and they will assist. Hi kumar. See the below screenshot on how it looks, 3. I am trying to book appointment for first time tourist visa for my parents: 1. Mihir, Usually for kids, both parents must have the stamping done and valid. Visa applicants are reminded to apply early for their visas, well in advance of the anticipated travel date. It looks like this, as in the below screenshot. Due to Omicron variant, if Govt gives any instructions then they may cancel appointments. S swan0206 Hero Member May 14, 2019 928 what should I select for Did your most recent application result in you being issued the visa? This will be an yes right? US Consulates in India have extended the MRV fee payment validity until September 30th, 2023 (check this post above). August 10th, 2022: Below are the latest updates from the end of July until now in August. The process to apply for H1B Visa stamping using the dropbox or interview waiver option is not very different from the general visa renewal for other types of visas. For background, you can read How to apply for a US Visa for general guidance on the US Visa stamping process. CGI Federal - Step 1 - Select Nonimmigrant Visa for booking H1B Visa Dropbox 2. US Embassy updated on Jun 24th saying that they opened more F1 Slots for students planning to be in the US by mid-August. Any location is fine Any thoughts on fee we pay and chances wherein we need to for extension of H1-B meanwhile ? Again, in December 2022, they confirmed the availability of the 48-month dropbox rule for 2023 and beyond as well. Shall I provide those new valid documents in case VO requires it during the interview or do I need to re-upload the documents somewhere before the interview happens? The originals can be verified as needed by them when they take copies. Below is screenshot of the info from their. The second page would have the details of the Dropbox Location and instructions. GUIDE to Travel to US with valid Visa on Expired Passport ? Still no date on when they will resume fresh B1/B2. Did you go for Visa appointment or Dropbox ? US Consulates to release 100K Appointments for H/L visa dropbox applicants for 2023. Are you looking for any specific location. Good news! Think earliest available Dropbox appt is in may for now.. slots were opened for jan/feb/March and got filled up few weeks ago. The amount shown will vary by country in local currency. November 2nd, 2022: Below are the key updates from last week until now. Rishi, This is accurate and in line with guidance given by the US Consulate head few weeks ago. I added spouse and kids as a dependent as well, they never have any US visa nor any rejection. Dear Mr Kumar , You have been very helpful to everyone . 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. they might be call for in-person interview or administrative process (221g). The appointments for such first-time B1/B2 applicants would be starting from September 2022. Below are the key updates from the same. Thanks. Alternatively, if you go to www.USTravelDocs.com website, select the relevant country, where you plan to get stamping, they will have relevant parameters at the end of the URL that set the country and language automatically. Many reached out to US TravelDocs team asking, if they can convert the in-person appointments to Dropbox. 4. Hello, Can we reschedule B2 appointments that were cancelled in 2020 because of covid? See below screenshot and check. So hopefully by that time slots will open? I am only looking to get the visa sticker in my passport so I can travel back home to England and see family. As part of my application, I have a minor child (dependent) who is currently at H4 status without a stamped visa (last stamped visa was L2). After you submit the documents, you can check your US Visa Status Online on the Consular Electronic Application Center(CEAC) website. They will do Visa interviews on Saturdays across all consulates and embassy, Temporary Staff from Washington DC from Jan to March 2023 to clear the backlogs, Permanent increase in the number of consular officers assigned to India. Your H1B visa stamp in your passport was not lost, stolen, or canceled, or has CWOP written on the visa. Yes. You also do not need to make any appointments. Raj, The irony is US Immigration software and processes are even worse when you apply for something with USCIS, and it not just the Dept of State website. You will need to provide proof of the need for an earlier appointment. 20,000 New Dropbox Appointments Available In India In a welcome move, The US State Department has announced an additional 20,000 dropbox interview waiver appointment slots in various US consulates in India. You can check the official updates reference links in the below timelines. Mind it that you can click about 12 times in 24 hours and you can get locked out from your CGI account for 72 hours if you clicked more than stipulated. Beware that you can reschedule an appointment only 4 times. Question 4: Have you ever been refused a U.S.visa before?. I have an invitation to present my research papers (3 papers) for world Congress in August 2022 I have applied for B1 visa for the first time I have attempted emergency application but it was not granted . No more placeholder slots, all are going to be real slots. You can make a Visa fee payment using that option. September 29th, 2022: US Consulates organized a Facebook Live today with Mr. Don Heflin. Also, they said you cannot get the passport back during these 3 to 4 weeks period if you really want to for any reason. The information provided is an estimate and does not guarantee the availability of an appointment. 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. did they ask additional documents? 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. 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. The status for my wifes application (H4) is issued and the passport tracking says Origination scan. Is it true that one can login and reschedule only twice ? Raj, There is no way to escalate. visa_check March 25, 2021, 1:18am #1. Aug 20, 2021 0 1. Read the latest official news summary at: You can check full updates at the below Facebook Post. Rescheduling drop off date allowed. Some sites like Delhi only have availability in 2023, but most others are showing availability in 2022. My wife is in the same boat! No change in the overall situation of Consulates in India, they continue to be operating in limited fashion like in the previous weeks. Below is a sample 221g issued by the Consulate for dropbox stamping that was not successful in August 2022 from New Delhi. RedBus2US.com 2010 - 2023, All Rights Reserved. All the below are current and effective. H1B, H4, L, O, P and Q visa holders who meet certain criteria will get in-person interview waiver until end of 2023 ( Dec 31, 2023) .Also, F1, M, J visa holders who meet certain criteria would get in-person interview waiver until end of 2023 ( Dec 31, 2023). Ashish, You can get the stamping done 90 days before from the start date on the petition. On December 23rd, 2022, the US Dept of State extended the Interview Waiver Options until Dec 31st, 2023. If you do not have a genuine emergency, do not select Interview, go ahead and click on Drop-Off button. Hi Kumar, I am trying to look for visa dates in India for dropbox and it says No OFC dates available. Check the estimated wait time for a nonimmigrant visa interview appointment at a U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Not sure. It shows details about document drop-off and pickup options for a fee as well. I wish some day they get better. I paid the combined fees through NEFT in one transaction. I created my profile in ustraveldoc and added my dependants. Im so confused. Anyone in a similar situation successfully did visa stamping? venky, You are right, if the applicant meets all the requirements, they are eligible for dropbox. They qualified for interview waiver and got drop box dates in Sep. No dates earlier than September for B1/B2 dropbox. 3) Anyone with recent dropbox experience? Only limited B1/B2 dropbox is processed at the moment. There will not be any slots open for March 2023. It says that the proclamation is in effect, so they cannot process and need more information. Only at this point will a consular section consider your request for an expedited appointment. Can you pls tell me what did you do ? Also, to add, we have many users on our blog and social media channels, who have got stamping done after the H1B transfer. H1B Visa is a Nonimmigrant Visa, you need select that in Step 1 and click on continue. I am eligible for dropbox but I am unable to find any open dates for last 2 weeks or more for Mumbai. In general, Dropbox stamping does not need Biometrics. I dont know if there will be any complications at the OFC and Consular appointments because I qualify for Dropbox Or maybe they dont care abt my dropbox eligibility and they will just process my Visa application without any problem. They suggest emailing ahead of time with the specific appointment information and language requirements so that they can work it out. 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. This is to prevent agents and avoid lockouts in CGI Federal. Depending on the country you are submitting the documents, you may sometimes see the country and consulates or embassy information related to the same on this confirmation. I have not been able to leave the country due to not having a Visa sticker in my passport I would not be able to get back into the USA if I left. I am in the same situation. travel.state.gov site shows too much delay. You can email the consulate and USTravelDocs , if you are in doubt. It is difficult for Jul/Aug, as per them they can only open some in Sep. Your spouse and kids will not be as they have not been to the US. Ravi, good to know. I got email from us travel docs on 28 Dec 22 that i need to appear for Re-Interview at any working day. That is just few days after 6 months of drop box appointment date. 4. no, they will not do anything as such. Do the questionnaire on the CGI Federal Portal, it will tell you. pic.twitter.com/BBv8LZT7oo. Or both are acceptable but Petitioner (VISA appointment Details) and Employer name in DS-140 should always be in sync. For the H1B visa renewal does the 48 months eligibility still valid for an interview waiver? Is it possible that H1 is really refused and H4 is issued? See below timeline for a sample form that is given for 221g. We need to wait and see, if this would change in the upcoming days as there are more cases reported now. It has nothing to do with dropbox stamping eligibility. Question 5: Was your most recent U.S. visa issued after January 1, 2008? we dropped the docs in the Bangalore VFS center. US Consulates are set to release tens of thousands of F1 visa slots for Fall 2022 starting from mid-May stay tuned. If you plan to work for the new company, get the joining letter and submit that. But I got an interview waiver. h1b. May 23rd, 2022: Below are the latest updates from the previous week, until today. But my approved petition (I-797) has A B US LLP. I am planning to visit in Jul/Aug and need to book tickets and apply for leave for both me and my spouse and all that will happen based on the appointment dates. Everything you read online is their own theory based on their experience. DS-160 form is a very lengthy form and asks for a lot of information. Starting from January 1st, 2022, with the new Dropbox Eligibility option for certain first-time H1B Holders, you see a generic question asking about any US Visa, instead of an H1B Visa. Note: Please check the individual Embassy or Consulate website to determine if your case is eligible for a waiver of the in-person interview. 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 H1B Visa dropbox appointment availability times USA H1B Visa venkatbolla July 17, 2021, 6:15pm #1 Hello Everyone, Anyone able to book H1B dropbox appointment recently? is that what you are seeing too? Ajay, I have seen this happen in the past. Pls do sure your feedback and your experience. It will be listed as Step 3 and looks like as shown in the below screenshot. Planning to visit India now. Dropbox facility is available till 31st Dec 2022 only . You would see this listed as Step 3 in the wizard as in the below screenshot. Aug 20, 2021 0. Check H1B Dropbox Requirements. Also, in the first nine months, they processed over 160,000 H & L Visas in India and they continue to prioritize H1B and L visa holders. The response from the support team is, users cannot covert the appointments, but they can cancel and re-book, if they qualify. more than 300 days for interview waiver appointment in Chennai. You can check the full requirements at, Also, in the past, during the pandemic in 2021, they extended, It was not lost or stolen (meaning, you did not lose your passport with your US Visa in it), It was not canceled or revoked (it could be for any reason like DUI, or by CBP, etc. Its a shocker that we have such a terrible software that thousands of folks will be relying upon. If you plan to apply for a nonimmigrant visa to come to the United States as a temporary visitor, please review the current wait time for an interview using the tool below. They continue to be operating in a limited fashion. Their previous 10yr B1/B2 visa got expired in April 2016? They say that they open appointments on a rolling basis. Consulates in India continue to release very few interview waiver slots and they fill out quickly as per them. If you have answered the wizard questions as mentioned above and if you are eligible, you will get a confirmation saying that you are eligible for Interview Wavier or Dropbox. Add your Dropbox Submission. Due to pandemic he could not visit india . Myself and my husband have valid US visa and after our son was born we have booked Dropbox interview waiver appointment for him. H-1B Holders in the U.S. H1B stamping availability Ottawa aninanda Feb 16, 2022 1 2 Next A aninanda Full Member Jul 12, 2021 41 4 Feb 16, 2022 #1 Whats the current wait-time for Ottawa for H1B stamping for folks living in Canada? Below is a short summary of all updates from the US Consulates and Embassy in India from February 2022 until February 13th, 2023. Question 3: Was your most recent U.S. visa lost, stolen, canceled, revoked, or marked CWOP?. Hi, My son is eligible for drop box. Due to the overwhelming demand, there are a limited number of daily interview waiver appointments, and they generally fill shortly after they become available. Yes, they have opened slots for first time B1/B2 applicants and started interview from September 1st week of 2022. See the below screenshots. Below is the sample for India and it does not show any US Consulates/Embassy-related information. H and L Visas Dropbox Slots fully booked for Summer, There are many more updates, read complete details at, Watch the Official Video Recording of the same below. The US Embassy did not clearly tell when they will open slots for December 2022 or for next year. This is not fully clear, but thats the meaning of their reply. Hi. Check US Visa Stamping Passport Tracking Statuses meaning, If you have not done emergency appointment requests in past, read Step by Step Guide to Apply for US Visa Emergency Appointment in India. Most of it not available at least until September. I havent got any communication from the emabssy/consulate. you can check https://visagrader.com/us-visa-time-slots-availability/india-ind/ to see some trends. 2. They said that it is unlikely to have another batch of B1/B2 visa slots released in 2022 and say you might get lucky, if someone cancels. Below are some key updates: April 11th, 2022: Below are the latest updates from April until today, including last week. 2. The first step to applying for H1B stamping using the interview waiver or dropbox option is to ensure you meet all the general required criteria for a typical interview waiver or dropbox. How long does it take to receive passport back after VAC appointment? I am eligible for dropbox but I dont see any OFC appointments in Mumbai or other consulates. Thank you! All you need to do is take your passport and go to the Embassy on any day before 10 AM. saw date Oct 17 2022 but when trying to book it showed error.. Now I try to book I dont see any dates in 2022 are all slots for B1/B2 gone.. What is CWOP, how it looks? Not all visa applications can be completed on the day of the interview; please read the information below for more details. To avoid issues, get yours and your wifes dropbox stamping done and then apply for your sons dropbox. It looks like this, as in the below screenshot. Also, the current receipt fee is valid until Sep 30th 2023 (approx 1 year from date of purchase etc.) Can we write to the embassy and check in any way possible? As per the US Visa Dropbox Appointment Letter, below is the screenshot of the list of documents that you need to carry for document submission. Check below tweet from them. Hi Kumar, My spouse was on H4 visa starting from 2017 and we did the visa extension in 2019. Next, you will get an option to confirm that your visa fees are non-refundable, you need to click on the confirm option as shown in the below screenshot. Any idea how to make sure this ? You need to go to the relevant address of the documents drop-off location that is on the Dropbox Confirmation Letter. I also have the same case I tried today but the same situation, not sure how to book an appointment with the kid. See the below screenshot. They say that applicants can book Regular B1/B2 Appointments ( not placeholder slots) all the way through 2023. The appointment letter would have all the details related to the representative submission process. When you apply for a US Visa renewal and you meet certain criteria, you can get it stamped in your passport without attending an in-person visa interview. See below screenshot of the response. When administrative processing is required, the consular officer will inform the applicant at the end of the interview. I wanted to apply for a drop-box appointment for myself and my wife. Will there be a problem with that? Rohit, Usually for kids to apply for interview waiver, the parents both of them should have the visa. Now, there is no country restriction as such. Will the slots open up? I am on my 3rd year of my 1st H1B visa and my company will not be renewing until July 2023. Help with Dropbox H1B Visa Appointment. As long as you satisfy all the general eligibility criteria for H1B Visa Dropbox, as listed in the above section, you are eligible for H1B visa stamping using the dropbox option. At the conclusion of the administrative processing period, the consular officer might conclude that an applicant is now qualified for the visa for which he or she applied. They said they moved away from Language specific appointments for B1/B2. Important Notice: Except in cases of emergency travel (i.e. Below is the list of documents that need to be submitted for H1B Dropbox Submission during the appointment : Never give any original documents, except your passport. As the F1 visas for spring are processeed, now they say that they will focus on the H1B, L1 and other petition based visas starting from February 2022. See below the video links, US Embassy also updated their Facebook page saying they will not entertain any Emergency Appointments for F1 students applying for Fall 2022 now as it is really early and there is time to book slots. 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. It looks like the below screenshot. No new changes in terms of consulate operation status or opening of appointments since the last update on April 19th, 2022. The guided wizard looks like in the below section screenshots. Currently we have April 2023 appointment which was last chance to book in the 5 th attempt. Hi All, Ive booked my dropbox appointment for May 2023 with my existing passport details but my current passport is expiring in October 2023. In India, they have changed the dropbox submission process allowing any of the consulates or VAC locations to accept the dropbox submission. For my own H1b Dropbox slot I am seeing slots only from sep 2023 with nothing earlier. yes, you should go at the same time and date. At some sites its mentioned its till end of 2022 only but some sites say otherwise. H1B visa denial and extension denial are not the same. Thats another confirmation that you are eligible for dropbox stamping, even if you have done a change of employer using an H1B transfer. Please press the Back button and choose a new OFC appointment Date.. We continue to update this page, you may bookmark this page. Did you all get a new appointment slot before Feb 2023? what should I select for Did your most recent application result in you being issued the visa?. To know more on this read What is Clearance Received or Department Authorization annotation? 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). I turned in the additional document along with the yellow slip & unstamped passport yesterday at Chennai VAC but didnt include copies of H1B petition and offer letter that they returned. US Visa Dropbox Appointment Experiences Tracker. US Embassy has released 3 videos that emphasize the previously announced Dropbox appointments eligibility for anyone with a previous US Visa and details about F1 visa appointments planning. They suggest to attend the interview, if they have a slot confirmed. He gave guidance on how consulates in India will handle appointments for rest 2022 and 2023. * Calendar days refers to every day of the week, including days when embassies are closed (such as weekends and holidays). Check full details at New US Visa Interview Waiver Provisions 2022. Yes, slots are opening on a rolling basis for B1/B2 now. Check previous weeks update for details. Hi Kumar, First I would like to thank you for providing timely updates on your site. Also, it will include changes to dropbox requirements in recent times during the pandemic. Aug 20, 2021 1. Below are the details, you can check the tweet and video as well below: US Embassy in India processed a record number of 120,000 F1 Visas in 2021. Try it out and system will tell. Thanks, Hi, My wife had a L2 visa expiring in Feb 2023 based on my previous L1B visa I recently switched from L1B to L1A and now we are trying to apply for a fresh L2 visa for my wife from India. If anyone travels without planning and a confirmed slot, they say that applicants need to be prepared to stay for an extended period of time in India. It says I am eligible for interview waiver but since its my first h1b visa stamping, i think i need to give the interview. Thanks. This question is related to a US Visa that was issued at a US consulate or Embassy. I had opted for the premium delivery of Passports, so will I be getting the 221(g) in courier or email? The verbiage in the posts is accurate. May 30th, 2022: Below are the latest updates from the previous week, until today. Thank You Mr.Kumar for your prompt reply! pic.twitter.com/nkcmhopWHZ, January 31st, 2023: Below are the updates from the beginning of 2023 until end of January, Visa Fridays Q &A was held on January 26th, below are the key updates, On January 22nd, US Embassy announced some big initiatives to reduce the visa appointment wait times in India. balaji, Yes, you can. Here are some of our Consular officers providing updates and information on current consular services. No changes to the vaccination requirements, you still need to be fully vaccinated. This can vary by location, check the letter. US Consulates continue to be operating in a limited fashion, with no changes in the overall situation. For instance, the URLs would look like the below for India & Germany. 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