May 2012 Interviews

[GoingCrazy2012 16]

Wifey flying next week to Bogota to take care of her medical labs/exam and the interview! Woohoo! So close but so far ... Time is going so slow!!

[nica 5]

I'm really nervous, you guys

The medical didn't go well, and now I'm not totally convinced the interview will go smoothly. Although I know we shouldn't have bought a plane ticket, we bought one for our first wedding anniversary, so we could see each other on that day. Now I feel sick to my stomach thinking it might not happen. It's been 308 days since we started this... it doesn't even feel real.

[trojam227 18]

I'm really nervous, you guys

The medical didn't go well, and now I'm not totally convinced the interview will go smoothly. Although I know we shouldn't have bought a plane ticket, we bought one for our first wedding anniversary, so we could see each other on that day. Now I feel sick to my stomach thinking it might not happen. It's been 308 days since we started this... it doesn't even feel real.

What happened? Maybe someone out here can help ease your mind...many people have hiccups with the medical.

[nica 5]

What happened? Maybe someone out here can help ease your mind...many people have hiccups with the medical.

The doctor, for some strange reason, thought there might be something wrong health-wise. So they required him to get a bunch of medical tests done (some of which take a minimum of 6 weeks to get the results back through NHS!). But by paying a bunch of money to get the tests done privately, he was able to get them done on Tuesday (nothing's actually wrong, thank goodness).

Knightsbridge said the medical results would be sent out in time for the interview, but we're still pretty on edge about the whole deal, because we know that if the medical results don't arrive on time, we're looking at an automatic rejection, and even if they receive the medical results the following day, they may not process that paperwork and produce the actual visa for days or weeks. I also don't know if the interviewer will ask him questions about this phantom medical condition the doctor imagined he had.

In the meantime, he had all these plans for wrapping up his life in preparation for moving here, but didn't get them done because we spent three solid weeks being terrified of the possibility that he might have a serious medical condition that would take months to adequately diagnose (thanks for that, Knightsbridge doctors). So depending on how this interview goes, he'll be trying to quit his job, sell all his belongings, say goodbye to family, and move out of his flat in a very short period of time... which is the best-case scenario. It's all very unpleasant.

I guess now I'm gun-shy. I want to feel optimistic, but I'm having trouble, given how the process has gone so far.

Edited May 19, 2012 by nica

[trojam227 18]

The doctor, for some strange reason, thought there might be something wrong health-wise. So they required him to get a bunch of medical tests done (some of which take a minimum of 6 weeks to get the results back through NHS!). But by paying a bunch of money to get the tests done privately, he was able to get them done on Tuesday (nothing's actually wrong, thank goodness).

Knightsbridge said the medical results would be sent out in time for the interview, but we're still pretty on edge about the whole deal, because we know that if the medical results don't arrive on time, we're looking at an automatic rejection, and even if they receive the medical results the following day, they may not process that paperwork and produce the actual visa for days or weeks. I also don't know if the interviewer will ask him questions about this phantom medical condition the doctor imagined he had.

In the meantime, he had all these plans for wrapping up his life in preparation for moving here, but didn't get them done because we spent three solid weeks being terrified of the possibility that he might have a serious medical condition that would take months to adequately diagnose (thanks for that, Knightsbridge doctors). So depending on how this interview goes, he'll be trying to quit his job, sell all his belongings, say goodbye to family, and move out of his flat in a very short period of time... which is the best-case scenario. It's all very unpleasant.

I guess now I'm gun-shy. I want to feel optimistic, but I'm having trouble, given how the process has gone so far.

If there is one thing my husband & I have learned, it's that optimism gets you nowhere in this process...neither does hopeful. Reality & educating ourselves over the past few years (since his B2 denial) has been our best friend.

The positive thing about your situation is that your husband is OK...the reality is that it may or may not make it to the embassy in time.

Worst case scenario is that the visa is delayed a bit, you lose money on airfare, and potentially will be apart for your anniversary.

It could have been much worse. Try to think of it that way as hard as it is.

You can & will book another flight if need be, don't worry! It all comes out in the wash.

[Divs 35]

The doctor, for some strange reason, thought there might be something wrong health-wise. So they required him to get a bunch of medical tests done (some of which take a minimum of 6 weeks to get the results back through NHS!). But by paying a bunch of money to get the tests done privately, he was able to get them done on Tuesday (nothing's actually wrong, thank goodness).

Knightsbridge said the medical results would be sent out in time for the interview, but we're still pretty on edge about the whole deal, because we know that if the medical results don't arrive on time, we're looking at an automatic rejection, and even if they receive the medical results the following day, they may not process that paperwork and produce the actual visa for days or weeks. I also don't know if the interviewer will ask him questions about this phantom medical condition the doctor imagined he had.

In the meantime, he had all these plans for wrapping up his life in preparation for moving here, but didn't get them done because we spent three solid weeks being terrified of the possibility that he might have a serious medical condition that would take months to adequately diagnose (thanks for that, Knightsbridge doctors). So depending on how this interview goes, he'll be trying to quit his job, sell all his belongings, say goodbye to family, and move out of his flat in a very short period of time... which is the best-case scenario. It's all very unpleasant.

I guess now I'm gun-shy. I want to feel optimistic, but I'm having trouble, given how the process has gone so far.

Nica, I don't really know how this works in your country, but I'd still like to take an educated guess here. The day I went for my medicals, there was a young man who was asked to undergo a series of investigations. His interview was coming up the next week, but he was informed that the test results would take six weeks before they became available. He was told to go ahead with the interview and that the hospital would send the medical results to the consulate directly once it was available. Upon further inquiry, what I learned is that you do not get a visa rejection for not having your medical results available. If the interview goes well, your visa will get approved but kept on hold and you'll be issued a slip asking you to submit the medical reports when available. Of course, them holding your visa until the results come would mean that you'd have to reschedule your ticket, but on the brighter side, lemme just tell you that not having medicals with you will not result in an auto rejection of visa. Keep the faith, keep your chin up, and be confident. Hope this li'l piece of info helps. Good luck!!!

[nica 5]

Nica, I don't really know how this works in your country, but I'd still like to take an educated guess here. The day I went for my medicals, there was a young man who was asked to undergo a series of investigations. His interview was coming up the next week, but he was informed that the test results would take six weeks before they became available. He was told to go ahead with the interview and that the hospital would send the medical results to the consulate directly once it was available. Upon further inquiry, what I learned is that you do not get a visa rejection for not having your medical results available. If the interview goes well, your visa will get approved but kept on hold and you'll be issued a slip asking you to submit the medical reports when available. Of course, them holding your visa until the results come would mean that you'd have to reschedule your ticket, but on the brighter side, lemme just tell you that not having medicals with you will not result in an auto rejection of visa. Keep the faith, keep your chin up, and be confident. Hope this li'l piece of info helps. Good luck!!!

You're right, but I think it just depends on what you call it... the consular officer calls it a rejection, but you're right, unless something else goes wrong, they're willing to approve the visa once they receive the clean medical results. The problem, again, is that even if they receive the medical results one day late, that doesn't mean we'll get the visa approved one day late! After they get the medical results, it could be days or weeks before they approve the visa. So I'm really just hoping they're there in time!

[Divs 35]

You're right, but I think it just depends on what you call it... the consular officer calls it a rejection, but you're right, unless something else goes wrong, they're willing to approve the visa once they receive the clean medical results. The problem, again, is that even if they receive the medical results one day late, that doesn't mean we'll get the visa approved one day late! After they get the medical results, it could be days or weeks before they approve the visa. So I'm really just hoping they're there in time!

I'll pray for you. Don't worry. It'll all fall in place.

[Peter D 1]

The doctor, for some strange reason, thought there might be something wrong health-wise. So they required him to get a bunch of medical tests done (some of which take a minimum of 6 weeks to get the results back through NHS!). But by paying a bunch of money to get the tests done privately, he was able to get them done on Tuesday (nothing's actually wrong, thank goodness).

Knightsbridge said the medical results would be sent out in time for the interview, but we're still pretty on edge about the whole deal, because we know that if the medical results don't arrive on time, we're looking at an automatic rejection, and even if they receive the medical results the following day, they may not process that paperwork and produce the actual visa for days or weeks. I also don't know if the interviewer will ask him questions about this phantom medical condition the doctor imagined he had.

In the meantime, he had all these plans for wrapping up his life in preparation for moving here, but didn't get them done because we spent three solid weeks being terrified of the possibility that he might have a serious medical condition that would take months to adequately diagnose (thanks for that, Knightsbridge doctors). So depending on how this interview goes, he'll be trying to quit his job, sell all his belongings, say goodbye to family, and move out of his flat in a very short period of time... which is the best-case scenario. It's all very unpleasant.

I guess now I'm gun-shy. I want to feel optimistic, but I'm having trouble, given how the process has gone so far.

I'm glad your husband is alright. I don't think you need to worry about the interview too much, I had mine last week and although the embassy had my medical results they didn't know they had them (they hadn't been placed with my file) so the interview was carried out on the basis of them not having received the medical results yet. They didn't say it was a rejection pending the medical, they said everything was fine and when they had the medical results I would have my visa in around 10 days. As long as Knightsbridge have said they are fine and are forwarding the results you shouldn't have a problem. If there were any further issues with the results they would let you know.

I hope this helps to relieve some stress, I'm sure there won't be any issues but I will keep my fingers crossed for you

[nica 5]

I'm glad your husband is alright. I don't think you need to worry about the interview too much, I had mine last week and although the embassy had my medical results they didn't know they had them (they hadn't been placed with my file) so the interview was carried out on the basis of them not having received the medical results yet. They didn't say it was a rejection pending the medical, they said everything was fine and when they had the medical results I would have my visa in around 10 days. As long as Knightsbridge have said they are fine and are forwarding the results you shouldn't have a problem. If there were any further issues with the results they would let you know.

I hope this helps to relieve some stress, I'm sure there won't be any issues but I will keep my fingers crossed for you

That's really comforting to hear... especially since you only had to wait four days to get your visa! Obviously I still hope the medical results are together with the file at the interview, but if not, I hope our process goes like yours!

[Alaska2012 462]

Just wondering, all of you who been to your intreview, did any of you have to show any additional proof of relationship??

I already had my interview and I did put together a folder with stuff to show at the embassy if they wanted to see it. When I left for the interview I forgot the folder on the kitchen table so I was well nervous when i realised that! But all they wanted from me was my husbands 2011 taxes and nothing else. Didn't ask to see nothing...

[ny123 0]

My wife passed interview in Guangzhou, China on May 16. It took like 1-2 mins.

I couldn't say enough to thank all of wonderful people in this forum. Your help/info have been awesome, we really appreciate!

Good luck to all!

[GoingCrazy2012 16]

Woohoo!! Single Digit Countdown Starts Now!! 9 Days for Interview Day!!

[GoingCrazy2012 16]

Many Blessings and the Best of Luck to all of You with Interviews this week. Keeping fingers crossed

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nica: May 21

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NEXT WEEK

GoingCrazy2012: May 30

mrsbinns: May 30

[RiaB 1]

Got an email on Saturday. Visa is ready to be picked up. Our interview was on Thursday. I still am in shock how fast everything is going.

Edited May 21, 2012 by RiaB