Help! Interview Scheduled but cannot attend :(

[s88 1]

Hi All,

I'm applying for a CR1 Visa. The embassy is Montreal.

I tried to space out some time at the NVC so that my interview wouldn't fall at Christmas but that's precisely what happened

I just got an email that it was scheduled for December 19th which is impossible for me to attend (going away for Christmas on the 22nd).

I created an account at the Montreal embassy to reschedule it but I have a couple of questions.

I scheduled the appointment for March 28th. I don't plan to move until May/June anyway so I'm okay with the interview being in March. We had a civil ceremony and are planning a destination wedding with all our family and friends early March, so it's probably best that it be after that anyway.

My questions:

#1 - My NOA2 was in early August, does it matter if my appointment for an interview is that far away (March) from the NOA2 date?

I don't want something to happen and I have to start over or something like that. There were appointments in late February available but since we're planning the destination wedding in early March, it's too close for comfort to me to not have my passport on hand.

#2 When I logged in to reschedule my appointment, the one the NVC scheduled wasn't even showing up there. I went ahead and scheduled mine on my own but not sure what to do or if that will be an issue

#3 When I went to schedule an interview, I selected "Permanently Immigrate to the United States (Scheduled by NVC)" and selected a new date. Is that the way to go? I didn't see an option to reschedule an appointment

I'm super worried. If anyone can help, will really appreciate it.

[amazngrace 3]

There should be no issue of time between NOA2 till interview. As long as you have an interview scheduled you are fine. Only concern as far as to much time causing yuo to have to start over this process is if you wait more then 6 months to travel after visa is in hand. I am not sure on your other issues sory. I am sure someone else here can help with that...

Good Luck and God Bless

[Ryan H 3,819]

#1 - My NOA2 was in early August, does it matter if my appointment for an interview is that far away (March) from the NOA2 date?

No, it will not matter. Approved I-130 petitions never expire.

[nickoxxy 2]

#3 When I went to schedule an interview, I selected "Permanently Immigrate to the United States (Scheduled by NVC)" and selected a new date. Is that the way to go? I didn't see an option to reschedule an appointment

I thought only K-1 people could schedule their interviews. We're IR-1 and get scheduled by NVC.

And instructions (actually this is for DHL registration) saying that you are not actually scheduling the interview.

So, you were able to see the calendar once you selected "Permanently Immigrate to the United States (Scheduled by NVC)"? Hm-m, this is interesting, because this is exactly what I've asked Saylin (I'm gonna register for DHL services)and she says that shouldn't not pop-up. But you say, it gave you that option. Right? It means more headache for me how to by-pass it, because I have my interview scheduled and I don't need to set up another date comparing to you.

Have you tried to get hold of consulate in Montreal regarding your issue? I think this is the place you should contact.

Good luck !