Noble Osei Owusu
Member
It surely not going to be extended...God is in control
DV 2020 All Selectees
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Sm1smom
Super Moderator
No USCIS does not deal with passport issuance even for people in the US. And there are Americans outside the US who need passports - those people can only apply through the US embassies.
SusieQQQ
Well-Known Member
Good news -makes sense they start with non-banned visas.
US citizens abroad also need passports - lost/stolen/renewal, for baby born abroad, etc.
Britsimon
Super Moderator
Nope. The embassies are closed because of COV. They were closed before the ban, and are staying closed because of Covid. We need to see reopening announcements in JUNE,otherwise we will lose August. I understand you are trying to put a positive spin on things, but you need to be realistic and not spread confusion.
WBA
Active Member
I am being realistic and I didn't spread any confusion, no one complained about it so far
You never know why the embassies are really closed, that's why I was specific and said "Probably" as many including lawyers have mentioned that Trump is using the covid to keep the embassies closed
SakuraNami
Member
That is why I am fully aware of this. I see no sign of fully reopening in June. They only start clearing out non-banned visa at this time.
Britsimon
Super Moderator
I am being realistic and I didn't spread any confusion, no one complained about it so far
You never know why the embassies are really closed, that's why I was specific and said "Probably" as many including lawyers have mentioned that Trump is using the covid to keep the embassies closed
I am complaining! Here's why. You say something daft (saying "probably" doesn't make it less daft). Then someone listens to you and thinks you're right and goes and tells people on some forum or FB group. Now everyone there has your daft idea in their head and I then spend hours correcting them one by one when they come with the daft idea to my site. Mom and Susie get the same thing.
Just don't do it. Don't say daft things. PLEASE. If you don't know the difference between daft and not daft - don't speculate. Really - that would be doing more of a service than making up or supporting silly rumors.
Altneudorf
New Member
I think he signed the EO on the 22nd, but it became effective on April 23rd at 11:59 PM
Soophie
Active Member
In Cambodia they are resuming immigrant visas’s appointments. (not dv lottery cases yet, maybe because we still are affected by the proclamation of 22 April)
https://kh.usembassy.gov/visas/interview-schedule/
https://kh.usembassy.gov/visas/interview-schedule/
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Britsimon
Super Moderator
This is exactly the point I was making yesterday.
Cambodia is NOT OPEN in general for immigrant visas. They resumed limited services for citizens on June 8 (announced June 3) along with some drop off services. It is likely that the limited schedule of interviews they have are for time sensitive family based applications by citizens, which coincidentally have been the subject of lawsuits like Jim Hackings' suit etc.
Remember all embassies ceased operations by order, on March 20. That ORDER needs to be removed first for an embassy to then make a decision based on in country conditions. The order was in place a month before the ban and no embassy can open until the order is removed - which is why this has NOTHING to do with the ban.
There is a useful list being maintained at the link below which gives current status for the embassies. This list is pretty accurate in my opinion and along with understanding the phased reopening approach is what people should be understanding - not making illogical assumptions about the ban.
https://www.immigrationlaw.com/u-s-consulate-closures-due-to-covid-19/
SakuraNami
Member
Just to update, AS24xxx from my country is reported receiving confirmation doc from KCC. They apparently sending numerically. I am waiting for mine too ~27xxx. Peace out.
paul.mieczkowski
Member
EU33k here, sent docs at least 3 times since oct 2019, emailed them again 2 days ago and got default msg again...
"After sending documents to KCCDVDocuments@state.gov, you will receive an automatic reply to your email. If there are no attachments, the auto reply explains there are no documents attached to the email. If there are attachments, the auto reply explains we received your email and are currently processing your documents. Please allow time for processing of your documents. Documents are processed in numerical order, based on lottery rank number. Once KCC has processed your documents, we will let you know if anything is missing or if we have received everything needed. "
replied with this now...
"3 months before DV2020 end, at least you could tell me whether my documents are ok or I need to send something else, instead of sending me copy paste default msg to bugger off "
Anyways, im done begging and going on holidays. Done with GC!!!
"After sending documents to KCCDVDocuments@state.gov, you will receive an automatic reply to your email. If there are no attachments, the auto reply explains there are no documents attached to the email. If there are attachments, the auto reply explains we received your email and are currently processing your documents. Please allow time for processing of your documents. Documents are processed in numerical order, based on lottery rank number. Once KCC has processed your documents, we will let you know if anything is missing or if we have received everything needed. "
replied with this now...
"3 months before DV2020 end, at least you could tell me whether my documents are ok or I need to send something else, instead of sending me copy paste default msg to bugger off "
Anyways, im done begging and going on holidays. Done with GC!!!
SakuraNami
Member
From the prev. page, it was mentioned that ppl within the range of 2020EU31xxx and 335xx is receiving doc confirmation email. I am hoping you will get one within this month.
DOS Provides Update Regarding Presidential Proclamation Suspending Entry of Certain Immigrants
AILA Doc. No. 20042435 | Dated June 17, 2020
June 17, 2020
DOS provided an update regarding the April 22, 2020, presidential proclamation suspending the entry of certain immigrants into the United States. DOS noted:
Routine visas services have been suspended at U.S. posts worldwide, but as resources allow, embassies and consulates will continue to provide emergency and mission critical visa services. Mission-critical immigrant visa categories may include applicants who may be eligible for an exception under this presidential proclamation, such as: IR/CR1, IR/CR2, IR/IH-3, IR/IH-4, SQ, SI, and certain employment-based medical professionals, as well as cases involving an applicant who may age out. While embassies and consulates may process these types of cases, their ability to do so may be limited by local government restrictions and available resources. In addition, an applicant’s ability to travel may be impacted by local laws, regulations, and travel restrictions
AILA Doc. No. 20042435 | Dated June 17, 2020
June 17, 2020
DOS provided an update regarding the April 22, 2020, presidential proclamation suspending the entry of certain immigrants into the United States. DOS noted:
Routine visas services have been suspended at U.S. posts worldwide, but as resources allow, embassies and consulates will continue to provide emergency and mission critical visa services. Mission-critical immigrant visa categories may include applicants who may be eligible for an exception under this presidential proclamation, such as: IR/CR1, IR/CR2, IR/IH-3, IR/IH-4, SQ, SI, and certain employment-based medical professionals, as well as cases involving an applicant who may age out. While embassies and consulates may process these types of cases, their ability to do so may be limited by local government restrictions and available resources. In addition, an applicant’s ability to travel may be impacted by local laws, regulations, and travel restrictions
SusieQQQ
Well-Known Member
Someone posted the official link to this yesterday. The only change seems to be adding a concession to applicants who may age out. No change yet in DV implications.
Addis0112
Member
What is it? It is an update or extension??