Hey guys,
I've read through alot of posts on this topic but have a few questions if anyone can share their experiences...
I'm Australian and won the DV lottery in 2009. I entered into the US last November 09 but only stayed a week. I came back in March 2010 for 5 days and will be coming back in Sept to apply for a re-entry permit.
My partner (same-sex couple) is getting a work transfer to the US but not for another 1-2 years so this is the main reason I need to apply as we want to stayed together. It was supposed to come through start of this year but she has been told she has to wait. My mum is also quite sick in Australia so I may have to go back there for a few months during this time to look after her.
Questions I have:
1. I'm coming over for a month in Sept and think I should expedite my request so I get biometrics done before I leave but what reasoning will they except?
2. What shall I put for my reason for applying? also, what will they except?
3. How long will it take to get the notice letter for biometrics appointment? I know I can try my luck at a walk-in once I get it this but believe you can't do it before you get the letter.
4. I'm printing the application form on A4 (UK) paper size, will this be ok?
5. My US address is in Brooklyn so I think I need to send the application to the Dallas Lockbox?
6. I will leave afterwards and get it sent to the UK Embassy, how do I arrange to pick it up?
Any help appreciated.
Megs
I've read through alot of posts on this topic but have a few questions if anyone can share their experiences...
I'm Australian and won the DV lottery in 2009. I entered into the US last November 09 but only stayed a week. I came back in March 2010 for 5 days and will be coming back in Sept to apply for a re-entry permit.
My partner (same-sex couple) is getting a work transfer to the US but not for another 1-2 years so this is the main reason I need to apply as we want to stayed together. It was supposed to come through start of this year but she has been told she has to wait. My mum is also quite sick in Australia so I may have to go back there for a few months during this time to look after her.
Questions I have:
1. I'm coming over for a month in Sept and think I should expedite my request so I get biometrics done before I leave but what reasoning will they except?
2. What shall I put for my reason for applying? also, what will they except?
3. How long will it take to get the notice letter for biometrics appointment? I know I can try my luck at a walk-in once I get it this but believe you can't do it before you get the letter.
4. I'm printing the application form on A4 (UK) paper size, will this be ok?
5. My US address is in Brooklyn so I think I need to send the application to the Dallas Lockbox?
6. I will leave afterwards and get it sent to the UK Embassy, how do I arrange to pick it up?
Any help appreciated.
Megs