DS-230, section 2--vaccinations

[rosajo 1]

I'm planning to request a waiver for any vaccinations I might be deemed required to take to receive a visa, and I'm wondering how to fill out section 2 on the DS-230, question 40a 'who has failed to present documentation of having received vaccinations in accordance with US laws'. Since I won't know for certain till after the medical whether or not I have additional vaccinations I must take (I have record of previous vaccinations from birth up to ten years ago, including vaccines received for a prior green card), do I answer this as no or yes at this time? I understand this section is signed and dated at the time of the interview. Perhaps checking 'no' now and then it can be changed later if necessary?

Thanks.

[canadian_wife 1,818]

It is very very VERY difficult to get a wavier for vaccinations and it is one that can take a long time to acquire. The only one I've seen is for a fellow with an immune disorder. But even then it was difficult and lengthy process

If you are adament about it, then yes you should. but be prepared for a long process

Good luck

[rosajo 1]

I think the reason that fellow had a difficult time is maybe cause he requested a waiver based on medical grounds, I assume it would involve thorough medical examinations etc for that. The only waiver classification I've heard of is religious. I've heard of other people who have requested this religious waiver and received it rather quickly, within a couple of weeks or so, so all I can do is hope that it works for me. If not, we'll have to find another country to live in.

Are you saying go ahead and check yes on the form under my circumstances? Even though I don't know at this time if I'll need additional vaccinations?

[pushbrk 12,824]

I'm planning to request a waiver for any vaccinations I might be deemed required to take to receive a visa, and I'm wondering how to fill out section 2 on the DS-230, question 40a 'who has failed to present documentation of having received vaccinations in accordance with US laws'. Since I won't know for certain till after the medical whether or not I have additional vaccinations I must take (I have record of previous vaccinations from birth up to ten years ago, including vaccines received for a prior green card), do I answer this as no or yes at this time? I understand this section is signed and dated at the time of the interview. Perhaps checking 'no' now and then it can be changed later if necessary?

Thanks.

Your application should reflect real time facts on the day it is signed. If things change later, deal with that later.

[canadian_wife 1,818]

You misunderstand, the only one I saw GRANTED was that one fellow. I've seen many people try.

The attitude is - you don't HAVE to immigrate to the United States, however if you do, you need to follow the rules.

Regardless, to answer your question, I'd research the vaccines you are required to have, cross check that with the ones you already have, and see if you will be required to have vaccinations. Then answer that question accordingly. A simple google search will give you the answers to what vaccinations you will be required to have at this point

Good luck

[rosajo 1]

Thanks to both of you. I will check yes then.

I've also seen people try and fail, but in each of those cases, the person didn't understand what a religious waiver is. They don't approve objections on moral grounds alone, so I think some people get confused because it's worded as such.

Right, I don't *have* to live in the US.

[rosajo 1]

I was fully covered according to the physician, no additional vaccinations required, so my question is what do I do now that I've already checked yes to the above question? Do I bring in another form with me to the interview?