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There are actually 2 sections at immigration - secondary and new immigrant. I didn't list an address on the blue customs form, so was sent to secondary, after sorting that out (he said just write anything down), I went to the new immigrant processing section. They took the packet, my finger...

I'm going through LAX tomorrow morning, will post up my POE experience. I have a flight just under 3 hours after I arrive (I know, I know), so fingers crossed I don't miss it.

I've had my share of hostile responses from US immigration in the secondary inspection area over the years With an immigrant visa this time, anything other than 'welcome to the USA, here's your temporary greencard' will result in that individual's name and number being taken down and a formal...

They also charge you for the immunisations, so my medical ended up costing about $480..

Yes, it's not a big deal to send things in later. I was asked to get a police check from another country, the only issue was the consulate my passport and I needed it. Just hang on to your passport. A degree supersedes year 12.

They don't seem to be familiar with the process at all, when I did it, the cop came running out as he had given me the sheet with the prints on it. You should be able to go any police station in NSW to get your print sheet done (no ink, all computer). They then have to send this to the...

I got this back from the Consulate: 'Your university degree will suffice if you don’t have your Year 12 certificate and transcripts.'

2NL and early Dec appointment here too. I actually did everything (bar the medical) in June/July, does anyone know how long police certificates are good for? Mine was issued in July, so will be within 6 months by the time of my appointment.

Yes, the wait is excruciating. I also have to do a separate application against a 5 year bar I have. When I emailed KCC about receiving my forms, they said they are processed in the order they receive them, so looks like the numbers are irrelevant to some extent.

No 2nd NL letter here yet. My number is 1XX, but didn't send my docs in until mid-June.