DV 2021 ALL SELECTEES

[SusieQQQ]

Yeah now that I think about it, I would probably need to redo my police certificates, however, this is only the case for the country that I currently live in, correct? I read somewhere on their website that if you have never returned to the country you previously lived in, you do not need to make another police certificate (even if it's older than a year or more). Any thoughts about this?
As for the documents in general, why did they ask other people (some of the people I know who live in same country as me) with lower case numbers to upload all the documents if they will not get their interview until next year? You said there is a ban on interviews so I am a bit confused. And if they send others the notification to upload their documents, why not send it to me as well?

Because there is a priority difference between someone who might interview in January and someone who might interview in June or August? Because maybe they were busy with sending all these requests and processing them then had to drop that all to process DV2020 after the court order? Maybe your countrymen got the letters before the ban got extended in late June when it had looked like it might be ok for the start of the FY? Could be anything, why does it really matter at this stage? If you would think it was two or three months to interview and you hadn’t been asked, then I’d agree it was something to follow up immediately. Again, you keep saying people with lower case numbers than you got the email first, that is exactly what one would expect. You say it like it doesn’t make sense?

 

[Mr A]

Because there is a priority difference between someone who might interview in January and someone who might interview in June or August? Because maybe they were busy with sending all these requests and processing them then had to drop that all to process DV2020 after the court order? Maybe your countrymen got the letters before the ban got extended in late June when it had looked like it might be ok for the start of the FY? Could be anything, why does it really matter at this stage? If you would think it was two or three months to interview and you hadn’t been asked, then I’d agree it was something to follow up immediately. Again, you keep saying people with lower case numbers than you got the email first, that is exactly what one would expect. You say it like it doesn’t make sense?

Thank you for the detailed answer. I was just confused and therefore might seem a bit ignorant. I was just worried if my DS-260 application was not correct or something else happened and that's why I haven't heard from KCC as of yet. So I guess I just sit and wait until I get any further instruction from them correct? Also, I would like to take part in DV2022 as you recommended

 

[SusieQQQ]

Thank you for the detailed answer. I was just confused and therefore might seem a bit ignorant. I was just worried if my DS-260 application was not correct or something else happened and that's why I haven't heard from KCC as of yet. So I guess I just sit and wait until I get any further instruction from them correct? Also, I would like to take part in DV2022 as you recommended

As I said before, you can wait or you can send it in if it’s really worrying you. If something was “wrong” they would have let you know, but bear in mind KCC is just admin and does not make decisions on qualifying for the visa.

 

[Asrock]

Understood, thank you for your clarification. So if I don't get an interview before the deadline its over right? I have emailed KCC many times to ask about my situation and they have not answered anything... Does anyone know how long it takes for them to answer via email? I am just really worried about my situation

I sent them an email asking why I haven't got an email about my document package because on the autoreply it was mentioned that I should contact KCC if I did not get an email confirming my document after 6 weeks. I sent this email on 2nd of October and received a reply on the 13th. This is the content:

Thank you for your inquiry.
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.

You have to be patient. Everything is delayed at this moment.

 

[jessk21]

Thank you for the detailed answer. I was just confused and therefore might seem a bit ignorant. I was just worried if my DS-260 application was not correct or something else happened and that's why I haven't heard from KCC as of yet. So I guess I just sit and wait until I get any further instruction from them correct? Also, I would like to take part in DV2022 as you recommended

Hi there - I'm in a similar situation, Oceania region. I submitted my DS-260 in June, and haven't heard anything since. I've emailed the KCC multiple times, and get the same generic response. This isn't very helpful to you, because I don't have answers, but it's somewhat reassuring to know others are in the same situation!

 

[Box8]

Hi everyone, I got "lucky" and won the dv2021 with a slightly high number EU25xxx.
I submitted the ds260 in July and I have not received any feedback yet.
To avoid any last minute rush I am preparing all the necessary documents, and, I have 2 questions for you.

1)
I have a document in Italian which is not the language where I won the lottery, so it must be translated.
What are the requirements ?
apostille? Official translation? Signature of a notary, a lawyer or what?

2)
A notarized copy is required for all documents.
Who does that? How?
Must be done in the country where the lottery is won? Of in the country where the documents are produced?

Thanks in advance and good luck to all dv2020 and dv2021 winners

 

[Chunky2k]

hi everyone,
am collecting my civil documents and by Monday i will send them (Original and Translated)
Passport copies
Marriage Certificate
Police certificates
and Birth Certificates

Do i have to give an attested birth certificate by Ministry of foreign affairs ? or the Ministry of health stamp is enough ? my Birthday certificate is old (1989)
I've been told that any document that obtained from the country where is live (and applying DV from) , like birth and school certificates doesn't need attestation but i want to be sure about it to avoid any unnecessary delays.

Thank you

 

[Mr A]

I sent them an email asking why I haven't got an email about my document package because on the autoreply it was mentioned that I should contact KCC if I did not get an email confirming my document after 6 weeks. I sent this email on 2nd of October and received a reply on the 13th. This is the content:

You have to be patient. Everything is delayed at this moment.

Thanks for the input. Did you send them the supporting documents already or just DS-260? I have sent emails to KCC because after sending DS-260, I haven't heard from them at all, but they have not responded yet so far

 

[tinoproductions]

Hi everyone, I got "lucky" and won the dv2021 with a slightly high number EU25xxx.
I submitted the ds260 in July and I have not received any feedback yet.
To avoid any last minute rush I am preparing all the necessary documents, and, I have 2 questions for you.

1)
I have a document in Italian which is not the language where I won the lottery, so it must be translated.
What are the requirements ?
apostille? Official translation? Signature of a notary, a lawyer or what?

2)
A notarized copy is required for all documents.
Who does that? How?
Must be done in the country where the lottery is won? Of in the country where the documents are produced?

Thanks in advance and good luck to all dv2020 and dv2021 winners

Hey, for the Italian docs, you just need to get them translated by a certified translator. No apostille etc needed.
I got my dad to get my Italian police certificate. Not an easy process at all.

I am waiting till the outcome of the election to carry on with everything else.

 

[Asrock]

Thanks for the input. Did you send them the supporting documents already or just DS-260? I have sent emails to KCC because after sending DS-260, I haven't heard from them at all, but they have not responded yet so far

Yes I did send the DS-260 and supporting documents package.
1st DS-260 Submitted on June 9th
Request to unlock DS-260 sent on June 13th
DS-260 unlocked on June 15th
Further DV Documents Required email received on June 16th
2nd DS-260 submitted on July 20th
Documents package submitted on 19th August and received an autoreply on the same day.
Sent an email to KCC asking about my documents package on 2nd October
Received a reply from KCC on 13th October and sent a reply on the same day.

 

[Mr A]

Yes I did send the DS-260 and supporting documents package.
1st DS-260 Submitted on June 9th
Request to unlock DS-260 sent on June 13th
DS-260 unlocked on June 15th
Further DV Documents Required email received on June 16th
2nd DS-260 submitted on July 20th
Documents package submitted on 19th August and received an autoreply on the same day.
Sent an email to KCC asking about my documents package on 2nd October
Received a reply from KCC on 13th October and sent a reply on the same day.

Thanks for the detailed answer mate. Im a bit confused, did you send DS-260 2 times and why? I have sent my DS-260 in June. On the website I got confirmation that it has been sumbitted but I have not received any email or anything. I have all the documents ready but I am thinking should I send them without asking or wait for them to ask for documents. Was your case number low? Mine is EU00029XXX. What would you recommend? Do I just sit and wait patiently until they contact me? Im really depressed about this honestly

 

[Asrock]

My CN is AS116xxx. I had made a mistake in my 1st DS-260 so I had to unlock it to correct it. Like @SusieQQQ said, you can just wait till you receive the 'further DV documents required' email (which I'm sure that you will receive in due time) or you can just send them right away if that would make you feel better, its your call. But it wouldn't make any difference. Honestly I wouldn't worry about it too much. I know people with lower CN than me who haven't received the 'further documents required' email and 'they haven't even started gathering the documents. Also when sending emails to KCC make sure that you include your CN, first and last name and DOB.

 

[DV2020EU44]

Mr A
You need to press 'send confirmation via email' button (or something like this), to get the DS260 confirmation via email, they don't send it automatically.

As for the documents, you can send them now but that will not make any difference, they process documents by CN order. Your documents will not be processed earlier because you send them early.

Last year for example, they requested documents from everyone at once, people with CNs 40-50K send theirs in October, but they did not get Documents Ready email in 3-6 weeks, many of us did not receive it at all) So just be patient and wait for your turn. Follow up the process and when they start sending emails to CNs over 20K, you can then send yours. KCC will not tell you anything different.

 

[Yanisz]

Hello,
It's been month i didnt check this thread, so i'm a dv21 selectee with the CN AF54k from Algeria.
I saw that algeria got 6001 selectees, and the nov visa bulletin is around 5k for africa.
So, with these informations (and the ban), i have 2 questions :
What are the chances for my number ? And should i submit my DS260 or not yet ?

I dont understand how they can post visa bulletins with the ban tho, what does it mean ?
Thank you'all !

 

[aakrah]

Hello,
I have a question about the process of paying DS-260 and the next steps. I have completed DS-260 a few days ago, but when I click on FEES, it gives me an error. This is while my case number is current now.
1- Should I wait to receive an email from KCC to continue the rest of process?
2- If yes, how long roughly does it take to get such an email from KCC?

Thank you in advance.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello,
It's been month i didnt check this thread, so i'm a dv21 selectee with the CN AF54k from Algeria.
I saw that algeria got 6001 selectees, and the nov visa bulletin is around 5k for africa.
So, with these informations (and the ban), i have 2 questions :
What are the chances for my number ? And should i submit my DS260 or not yet ?

I dont understand how they can post visa bulletins with the ban tho, what does it mean ?
Thank you'all !

1. I think the right answer for now is still a wait and see one.
2. There are selectees currently residing in the US who are not impacted by the travel, those with current CN as shown by the VB can begin their processing in the US.

 

[Sm1smom]

Hello,
I have a question about the process of paying DS-260 and the next steps. I have completed DS-260 a few days ago, but when I click on FEES, it gives me an error. This is while my case number is current now.
1- Should I wait to receive an email from KCC to continue the rest of process?
2- If yes, how long roughly does it take to get such an email from KCC?

Thank you in advance.

Selectees processing CP do not make online payment, you will until you go for your interview to make the payment. Next step after DS260 is for KCC to request document submission - this may be a couple of months if you just submitted your DS260 form. Use the waiting period to start gathering your documents, especially if your CN is current.

 

[Dv2021asam]

Hi @Sm1smom
My case number is current and I have submitted the documents and recieved the confirmation
If they will start scheduling the interviews
The 2NL should be sent next month
Incase I didn't receive it means the interview will be beyond January correct ?

 

[Sm1smom]

Hi @Sm1smom
My case number is current and I have submitted the documents and recieved the confirmation
If they will started scheduling the interviews
The 2NL should be sent next month
Incase I didn't receive it means the interview will be beyond January correct ?

Assuming the KCC starts sending out the 2NL for January interview dates in November (which I doubt), then probably yes.

 

[aakrah]

Selectees processing CP do not make online payment, you will until you go for your interview to make the payment. Next step after DS260 is for KCC to request document submission - this may be a couple of months if you just submitted your DS260 form. Use the waiting period to start gathering your documents, especially if your CN is current.

Thank you very much Mom for your reply! Does it mean that I could have submitted DS-260 earlier than October? (my CN is AS0000XXX)

My son has green card and lives in the US. Can he fill affidavit support for me? Or we should find someone who is a US citizen?