DV 2022 OC Selectees

[Ckb]

@Ryanscr im just reading this whole thread and I’m curious how you been selected 3rd years in a row for further processing…? Do you have like 3 green cards? Or did something happen during the 1st and 2nd time ?

It doesn’t work like that. You don’t just get a green card when you are selected in the DV lottery, you’ve simply been selected for further processing…

You’re not owed anything, you’ve just been given the keys to open the first door in the process to become a PR, and whether or not you continue with the process and go through that first door, doesn’t mean you’ll get the keys to open the next one i.e., be approved. People apply and win every year and not follow through with the first step aka, open the first door (for many reasons), doesn’t mean they lost anything. They technically haven’t won anything in the first place.

You need to relax lol, you’re thought process is as useless as buying a ticket in the lotto and planning what you are going to do with the money, except actually believeing you are going to win and stressing yourself out over something that you have no control over or has even happened. Worry about it when/ if it happens.

 

[aussiechris]

Hey aussiechris, how long ago did you request a change to Fiji. AusOC is out there today & only put in for a change at the end of March...

I wonder if they are flexible with dates if the one they allocate doesn't suit?

Heya. I put through my request on April 21st. I'm estimating I'll get my 2nl roughly within a month from that date. But who knows

 

[AUMatt]

Heya. I put through my request on April 21st. I'm estimating I'll get my 2nl roughly within a month from that date. But who knows

Nice one. I'm thinking I'd like to time it out so I would go over early July, which sounds like I need to request a change a month or so from now. That would also give Sydney a few more weeks to procrastinate & show me it's the right thing to do. I just hope Fiji keep helping out & don't pull the plug in the meantime...

 

[BrisOC22]

Nice one. I'm thinking I'd like to time it out so I would go over early July, which sounds like I need to request a change a month or so from now. That would also give Sydney a few more weeks to procrastinate & show me it's the right thing to do. I just hope Fiji keep helping out & don't pull the plug in the meantime...

Also note that this is basically the first batch of people that transferred right away. Theres been a quite of few that have requested transfer since then, so idk how many they issue but they may build up a back log. So Im guessing what was a 1 month wait for the first few people could grow (and may already have of grown) by the time it gets to June. But who knows. They are also taking other cases not just Sydney ones, they're helping out everyone

 

[AUMatt]

Really good to know, thanks Bris! Do we know if they just allocate you the next available appointment & would it be possible to request a different date?

 

[BrisOC22]

Really good to know, thanks Bris! Do we know if they just allocate you the next available appointment & would it be possible to request a different date?

Dont think anyone knows for sure but seems like now that everyone is current its first come first serve. As for requesting a different date I think it varies between embassys, we had one poster that was at the Auckland embassy that couldnt get back to NZ in time that was able to reschedule their interview date. So I'm sure its possible, not sure how easy or how flexible it is though. Also not sure how they interview there, I know from what Simon has said Sydney only ever interviews people on a certain day of the week, so once a week. So you might not have the option of any date you want but may be able to push it back to allow more time to plan maybe (but again no clue how Fiji embassy works). Also not sure how flexible theyll be if they do have a huge amount transferring, just have to email and find out I guess

 

[kplo]

It doesn’t work like that. You don’t just get a green card when you are selected in the DV lottery, you’ve simply been selected for further processing…

You’re not owed anything, you’ve just been given the keys to open the first door in the process to become a PR, and whether or not you continue with the process and go through that first door, doesn’t mean you’ll get the keys to open the next one i.e., be approved. People apply and win every year and not follow through with the first step aka, open the first door (for many reasons), doesn’t mean they lost anything. They technically haven’t won anything in the first place.

You need to relax lol, you’re thought process is as useless as buying a ticket in the lotto and planning what you are going to do with the money, except actually believeing you are going to win and stressing yourself out over something that you have no control over or has even happened. Worry about it when/ if it happens.

This is such a great analogy Ckb. When we had our interview in Paris I heard a CO tell a woman that she didn't make it because something was incorrect. My heart broke for her to get all that way to then find out it's a no.

 

[Maximum]

Congrats! Also hoping to hear from Suva soon. Would love to hear more details about how the process went for you, if you wouldn't mind. Thanks!

Ahh! That's so exciting. I'm hoping to get my 2nl for there soon. Could you maybe tell us what your process was like over there? How long you stayed there etc

Yes absolutely, happy to answer any questions u guys may have .. I can speak about my experience, I'm sure others may differ ..

I requested my case to be transferred from Sydney to Suva on 28/3/22

Received 2NL 19/4/22 for an interview today 2/5/22.

I'd say the amount of time you need to travel to Suva may depend on what day your interview falls. The Epworth Clinic are open Mon - Sat and very efficient in the process and reliable in returning the results within 24 hours. So technically you would need to arrive at least 2ish business days prior to your interview ..

The actual interview process was very straight forward.. You enter through security into a waiting room and take a seat. When called you check in at the first window and provide copies of your civil documents then go to another window to pay your fee. Once your fee is paid you take a seat and wait.

I waited about an hour and was called up to the window .. I'd say the interview took no longer than 3 minutes for me. Very basic questions, such as confirming your education, where you work, if you have ever been married, children, criminal history and where and if you have previously lived over seas for longer than a year. Obviously the civil documents are different for us Australian's than they are used to, so I had to explain a little about my education certification.

Then that's it, approved then and there. They say 3-5 business days to collect the passport from the interview, so just waiting to see now.

Happy to help if anyone else has any other questions, if not, best of luck to you all in getting an interview / visa

 

[TWI]

Hey aussiechris, how long ago did you request a change to Fiji. AusOC is out there today & only put in for a change at the end of March...

I wonder if they are flexible with dates if the one they allocate doesn't suit?

And I requested a change on 20/04/2022 so we’ll see how we both go *fingers crossed*

 

[christopher-christopher]

My DV was approved and I received back my passport today with the visa attached. Super happy and relieved to have it finalised. I transferred from Sydney to Suva. If anyone is doing the same, I recommend staying with a local homestay in Suva as the locals have been struggling with covid tourism downturn. If you are looking for a convenient place, lookup"Mishra Residence" on Airbnb - the host Agam and his wife Bobby are very friendly and helpful to me during my medical appointment and embassy visit in Suva. Highly recommend, please tell them Christopher sent you.

Thanks to those who have been helpful on these forums, especially Sm1smom.
I'm heading over to the U.S. as soon as next week

 

[Shezza85]

Also note that this is basically the first batch of people that transferred right away. Theres been a quite of few that have requested transfer since then, so idk how many they issue but they may build up a back log. So Im guessing what was a 1 month wait for the first few people could grow (and may already have of grown) by the time it gets to June. But who knows. They are also taking other cases not just Sydney ones, they're helping out everyone

Thats a great point. I'm thinking of waiting for a week until DV 23 results come out and if I'm unsuccesfull in that then requesting transfer to Fiji. I also want to get the interview around July/August so I can spend more time in Australia to save up for the move if I get the visa.

 

[Ryanscr]

@Ryanscr im just reading this whole thread and I’m curious how you been selected 3rd years in a row for further processing…? Do you have like 3 green cards? Or did something happen during the 1st and 2nd time ?

I had high case numbers the last 2 years and missed out on being interviewed before the deadline. High case number again this year and Sydney isn't even open so I'm considering a transfer to Suva.
As has been discussed on here, being selected for further processing is no guarantee of a green card, it's just the first step of the process. If you get a high case number like I have in the past, you may not even make it to the interview stage. I learnt this the hard way the first time I was selected and since then, I won't even get my hopes up until I see a 2NL..

 

[AusOC]

Hi Everyone,

Interview was yesterday and visa was issued today! Now that we have gone through the process from Sydney to Suva I wanted to share the full experience with you to hopefully help any other Aussies wanting to head over!

Transfer

• To transfer case you contact Suva, who will request the transfer with KCC. You will then have your allocated embassy changed at KCC level from Sydney to Suva.
• I also sent a follow up to KCC to confirm this.
• We requested transfer late March and received 2NL on 19 April for interview May 2. I believe the only reason for a last-minute May interview (instead of June) was Suva having capacity as VB hadn’t moved.
• From the data it seems that SUVA are completely up to date in capacity, even with extra transfers they likely won’t have a backlog as they are so efficient.
• So, if your transfer is finalised before the monthly VB, you would most likely get your 2NL in the next batch. (ie transferred before May 15, your May 2nl will be for July interview)
• Suva have been accommodating (for others) in finding a new date if the date given doesn't work.

Travel Dates

• Epworth medical centre does quick turnaround medicals which you can collect yourself and they are open Mon to Sat so you will need at least two working days for the medical ahead of the interview date.
• We arrived Thursday, medical Friday, collected results from the clinic Saturday, interview Monday.
• After the interview we were advised it would be 3-5 days for passports to be ready.
• However, passports were ready the following afternoon (Tuesday).

Medical (Epworth clinic)

• Cost FJ 520 per person including quick turnaround fee
• We have been prepping in Aus with the serology tests to show immunity. Suva did not accept the MMR immunity via these results and required the MMR booster be given. They gave this on the day.
• We also had our flu shots in Aus as they don’t have them.

Interview

• You will go to one window to give over all the documents, including both passports if you have renewed since applying, sent to a second window to pay, and then wait to be called to a third window for the interview. This all happens in one small room.
• Along with all your documents you will also need printed copy of your DS260 confirmation page
• For principal applicant, they wanted all academic certificates and transcripts for all education, not just high school
• For the visa fee, if you are paying in USD make sure that the issue date of the currency is POST 2006, they will not accept notes issued before this
• Interview was pretty basic –
  • When were you married
  • Any children
  • Have you lived overseas
  • What is your degree in and what do you do for work (principal only)
  • Had to explain a driving offense on my police certificate
  • While we had our finances with us they did not request these

Suva

• Highly recommend staying at the Holiday Inn Suva if you want something semi decent
• Taxi is the easiest and cheapest way to get around, have lots of low denomination cash on you to pay

Let me know if you have any questions

 

[Ryanscr]

Hi Everyone,

Interview was yesterday and visa was issued today! Now that we have gone through the process from Sydney to Suva I wanted to share the full experience with you to hopefully help any other Aussies wanting to head over!

Transfer

• To transfer case you contact Suva, who will request the transfer with KCC. You will then have your allocated embassy changed at KCC level from Sydney to Suva.
• I also sent a follow up to KCC to confirm this.
• We requested transfer late March and received 2NL on 19 April for interview May 2. I believe the only reason for a last-minute May interview (instead of June) was Suva having capacity as VB hadn’t moved.
• From the data it seems that SUVA are completely up to date in capacity, even with extra transfers they likely won’t have a backlog as they are so efficient.
• So, if your transfer is finalised before the monthly VB, you would most likely get your 2NL in the next batch. (ie transferred before May 15, your May 2nl will be for July interview)
• Suva have been accommodating (for others) in finding a new date if the date given doesn't work.

Travel Dates

• Epworth medical centre does quick turnaround medicals which you can collect yourself and they are open Mon to Sat so you will need at least two working days for the medical ahead of the interview date.
• We arrived Thursday, medical Friday, collected results from the clinic Saturday, interview Monday.
• After the interview we were advised it would be 3-5 days for passports to be ready.
• However, passports were ready the following afternoon (Tuesday).

Medical (Epworth clinic)

• Cost FJ 520 per person including quick turnaround fee
• We have been prepping in Aus with the serology tests to show immunity. Suva did not accept the MMR immunity via these results and required the MMR booster be given. They gave this on the day.
• We also had our flu shots in Aus as they don’t have them.

Interview

• You will go to one window to give over all the documents, including both passports if you have renewed since applying, sent to a second window to pay, and then wait to be called to a third window for the interview. This all happens in one small room.
• Along with all your documents you will also need printed copy of your DS260 confirmation page
• For principal applicant, they wanted all academic certificates and transcripts for all education, not just high school
• For the visa fee, if you are paying in USD make sure that the issue date of the currency is POST 2006, they will not accept notes issued before this
• Interview was pretty basic –
  • When were you married
  • Any children
  • Have you lived overseas
  • What is your degree in and what do you do for work (principal only)
  • Had to explain a driving offense on my police certificate
  • While we had our finances with us they did not request these

Suva

• Highly recommend staying at the Holiday Inn Suva if you want something semi decent
• Taxi is the easiest and cheapest way to get around, have lots of low denomination cash on you to pay

Let me know if you have any questions

Really informative breakdown for those of us considering a transfer, thanks so much for sharing and congrats!

 

[AUDV2022]

Smile on my face for those getting their DVs issued. Thx for sharing your notes.

Has anyone on the legal cases heard anything? I haven't heard much from Immpact and its a very slow, drawn out process. I further don't see any expediency in what they are doing such as "we will lodge in the next few weeks or so". My thoughts are how about "now"!

How anyone having luck with Jessies case?

 

[AUMatt]

Hi Everyone,

Interview was yesterday and visa was issued today! Now that we have gone through the process from Sydney to Suva I wanted to share the full experience with you to hopefully help any other Aussies wanting to head over!

Transfer

• To transfer case you contact Suva, who will request the transfer with KCC. You will then have your allocated embassy changed at KCC level from Sydney to Suva.
• I also sent a follow up to KCC to confirm this.
• We requested transfer late March and received 2NL on 19 April for interview May 2. I believe the only reason for a last-minute May interview (instead of June) was Suva having capacity as VB hadn’t moved.
• From the data it seems that SUVA are completely up to date in capacity, even with extra transfers they likely won’t have a backlog as they are so efficient.
• So, if your transfer is finalised before the monthly VB, you would most likely get your 2NL in the next batch. (ie transferred before May 15, your May 2nl will be for July interview)
• Suva have been accommodating (for others) in finding a new date if the date given doesn't work.

Travel Dates

• Epworth medical centre does quick turnaround medicals which you can collect yourself and they are open Mon to Sat so you will need at least two working days for the medical ahead of the interview date.
• We arrived Thursday, medical Friday, collected results from the clinic Saturday, interview Monday.
• After the interview we were advised it would be 3-5 days for passports to be ready.
• However, passports were ready the following afternoon (Tuesday).

Medical (Epworth clinic)

• Cost FJ 520 per person including quick turnaround fee
• We have been prepping in Aus with the serology tests to show immunity. Suva did not accept the MMR immunity via these results and required the MMR booster be given. They gave this on the day.
• We also had our flu shots in Aus as they don’t have them.

Interview

• You will go to one window to give over all the documents, including both passports if you have renewed since applying, sent to a second window to pay, and then wait to be called to a third window for the interview. This all happens in one small room.
• Along with all your documents you will also need printed copy of your DS260 confirmation page
• For principal applicant, they wanted all academic certificates and transcripts for all education, not just high school
• For the visa fee, if you are paying in USD make sure that the issue date of the currency is POST 2006, they will not accept notes issued before this
• Interview was pretty basic –
  • When were you married
  • Any children
  • Have you lived overseas
  • What is your degree in and what do you do for work (principal only)
  • Had to explain a driving offense on my police certificate
  • While we had our finances with us they did not request these

Suva

• Highly recommend staying at the Holiday Inn Suva if you want something semi decent
• Taxi is the easiest and cheapest way to get around, have lots of low denomination cash on you to pay

Let me know if you have any questions

That’s so great AusOC!! You must be stoked - I hope you’re having a celebratory cocktail at a Fiji beach bar tonight!!!

Thanks so much for sharing. I think I might push on & do it myself now.

Are there any posts on here with email addresses of Suva & details of what info to include in your email request?

 

[Sm1smom]

My DV was approved and I received back my passport today with the visa attached. Super happy and relieved to have it finalised. I transferred from Sydney to Suva. If anyone is doing the same, I recommend staying with a local homestay in Suva as the locals have been struggling with covid tourism downturn. If you are looking for a convenient place, lookup"Mishra Residence" on Airbnb - the host Agam and his wife Bobby are very friendly and helpful to me during my medical appointment and embassy visit in Suva. Highly recommend, please tell them Christopher sent you.

Thanks to those who have been helpful on these forums, especially Sm1smom.
I'm heading over to the U.S. as soon as next week

Congratulations. Smart move switching from Sydney to Suva. All the best in the US as a LPR!

 

[AusOC]

That’s so great AusOC!! You must be stoked - I hope you’re having a celebratory cocktail at a Fiji beach bar tonight!!!

Thanks so much for sharing. I think I might push on & do it myself now.

Are there any posts on here with email addresses of Suva & details of what info to include in your email request?

Email is SuvaIV@state.gov

Just included the case number details and the reasoning for the request. They are very helpful and responsive!

 

[christopher-christopher]

They also asked me to include the following in the email to SuvaIV@state.gov

Attach documentary evidence of your right to be in Australia (e.g. Australian Passport). And provide the following information in the body of the email.

• Case No. : 2022OC1234
• Name : John Adam Smith
• Relationship : Single, no children
• Nationality : Australian
• FSC : Australia
• Current Interview post: Sydney
• Birthdate : 25 Dec 1950

Note: FSC means Foreign State Chargeability, it's normally the country that you born in.

And write in email that you would like to request transfer as Sydney office is closed until further notice.

That’s so great AusOC!! You must be stoked - I hope you’re having a celebratory cocktail at a Fiji beach bar tonight!!!

Thanks so much for sharing. I think I might push on & do it myself now.

Are there any posts on here with email addresses of Suva & details of what info to include in your email request?

 

[AUMatt]

You guys rock, thanks so much for that. Typing my email now....