How Long Does U.S. Embassy take to issue visa after interview?

3 to 5 weeks
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. The delivery of the visa can take up to two other workdays.

Is U.S. Embassy scheduled for visa interview?

Applicants for U.S. visas are required to appear in person for an appointment at the Visa Application Center (VAC) and the visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate. You must schedule the VAC appointment at least one day before the interview appointment date.

What happens after the interview at US Embassy?

After the visa interview, the consular officer will often hold on to your passport and documents to finish processing your application. You can receive your passport in one of two ways. Either you will receive instructions on when and where to pick up your passport, or you will receive it by mail.

Are US embassies reopening?

Although some restrictions are still in effect for COVID-19, the US Embassy has resumed regular passport operations. Routine citizenship and passport services are now available for US citizens who need assistance, including first-time and renewal passport and Consular Report of Birth Abroad applications.

Can visa rejection?

Reasons for visa refusal Your visa may be rejected, if you have provided wrong information in your visa application form. If you apply for a visa without a valid justification on a short notice. If your country of residence does not have does not have a good relationship with your destination country.

How do I apply for an immigrant visa interview?

On the scheduled date and time of your interview appointment, go to the U.S. Embassy or Consulate with your printed visa application (DS-260) confirmation page. A consular officer will interview you (and accompanying family member beneficiaries) and determine whether or not you are eligible to receive an immigrant visa.

What happens at the end of a US visa interview?

The consular officer will inform you if information or documents are missing and how to provide it. Some visa applications may require further administrative processing. When administrative processing is required, the consular officer will inform the applicant at the end of the interview.

What happens if I don’t contact the US Embassy?

If you do not contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate within one year of receiving your interview appointment letter, your case may be terminated and your immigrant visa petition cancelled, and any fees paid will not be refunded.

How do I get a visa interview for a sponsor?

You should contact the U.S. Embassy or Consulate directly to arrange separate interviews, if needed. Your sponsor/petitioner does not attend the visa interview. The applicant is responsible to bring all required original or certified copy civil documents to the visa interview.