How will I know if my US visa is approved?

At the end of your immigrant visa interview, the consular officer will inform you whether your visa application is approved or denied. You can check the status of your visa application on ceac.state.gov. If your visa has been denied, you may find useful information on Ineligibilities and Waivers on usvisas.state.gov.

How long does it take to get back your passport from the US Embassy?

If you were advised on the day of your interview that your application is successful, you should allow approximately 7 to 10 working days for your application to be processed. If additional information or documentation was required in your case, you must allow additional time.

What does it mean when visa status says administrative processing?

1. What is administrative processing? Administrative processing, also known as Security Advisory Opinion (SAO), is the time period during which visa applications undergo additional review outside of the “normal” visa processing times. Administrative processing takes place after the visa interview.

How long does it take NVC to schedule interview with embassy?

How long does it take to get an appointment? Although NVC strives to schedule appointments within three months of NVC’s acceptance of all requested documentation, this timeframe is subject to the operating status and capacity of the consular section.

How long does it take to approve a US visa?

3 to 5 weeks
The US visa processing time depends on the type of visa that you are applying for. It takes from 3 to 5 weeks for a US visa application to get processed. After the processing, the applicant can get a positive reply on their application, and the consulate will deliver the document.

What is the meaning of your passport is still with the US embassy consulate?

If your status shows the following message, it means; Your passport is still with the US Embassy or Consulate. Your passport is at the Embassy or Consulate. Passport has been received from the consular section, and is currently being processed for delivery.

How can I check my immigration status USA?

To check the status of your immigrant petition, visit the USCIS website here. You must enter your application receipt number, which is a 13-digit receipt number starting with EAC, WAC, LIN or SRC, followed by numbers.

What is the next step after administrative processing?

Upon completion of the case-specific administrative processing, the consular officer might conclude that an applicant is now qualified for the visa for which he or she applied. Alternatively, the officer may conclude that the applicant remains ineligible for a visa.

What causes administrative processing?

While the exact process is fairly opaque, Administrative Processing means: 1) that the applicant’s case has been sent from the Embassy/Consulate to a data center to be reviewed for criminal convictions, security risks, immigration violations or other irregularities and 2) that the applicant’s case will be delayed.

How long does it take for NVC to send Interview Letter 2020?

Once you’ve sent your supporting documents, it generally takes 1-2 months before your visa interview is scheduled. You’ll receive a notice from either the NVC or your local U.S. consulate informing you of your interview time and date.

What happens after US visa is approved in Lagos?

After initial approval, applicants will be notified by the U.S. Consulate in Lagos about documentation requirements and how to schedule the final interview. Medical examinations for immigrant visas are required and are conducted only in Lagos by doctors certified by the U.S. Consulate in Lagos.

Does the US have a consulate in Lagos Nigeria?

U.S. Consulate General Lagos. U.S. Consulate General Lagos is the Mission’s representative to the Nigerian people in the southern region. The Consulate is headed by Consul General F. John Bray and welcomes Nigeria’s government, business, and academic communities.

How do I get an interview at the US Embassy Lagos?

US Embassy at Lagos, Nigeria. Non-Immigrant Visa. All non-immigrant visa applicants can schedule interview appointments at http://nigeria.usembassy.gov/ and select from all available dates. Mail-in applications are not accepted.

How can I reschedule my Immigrant Visa interview in Nigeria?

Please follow the steps below before your immigrant visa interview at the U.S. Consulate in Lagos, Nigeria. You MUST create an account online with our customer service provider before you can schedule or reschedule an appointment. Rescheduling is only possible on a date after your assigned appointment.