US Consulate Santo Domingo

[cbconte 0]

After the visa interview concludes and the visa is granted, the visa arrives to a specified address via courier service. These times vary. I have seen 1-3 day; I have seen 1-3 weeks.

Does anyone know how long it is taking Santo Domingo at the moment?

Also, I did not plan on remaining there with my husband more than a week; however I DO NOT TRUST the mail service/courier service will deliver the package to his home. He lives in barrio Bienvenido, a rough area close to Haina that even the Dominican government neglects. I would feel more comfortable having it delivered to the hotel where we'll stay during the interview process.

Is there any way that the Consulate might expedite my request to coincide with my travel issues? With whom should I attempt speaking? Are there other options?

I just feel like we will get to the end, and then the corruption in the DR will prevent our dream from happening...

[Enigma23 68]

I don't believe there is the option to expedite the visa issuance. As this is when they actually do a final check for any issues.

if you do find some loophole to expediting Visa Issuance, please do share. I'd love to know for when our time comes...

After Interview and Approval, you can select the option to pick up the visa packet from DomEx office in SDO directly instead. You just tell them that you want to pick it up in person, when you go to the counter to pay.

It usually is the fastest option. Waiting for DomEx to deliver it can add up to an additional 2 weeks AFTER being "Issued"by the Embassy.

Edited April 22, 2014 by Enigma23

[cbconte 0]

Thanks for your reply.

I guess, when the time comes (so tired of waiting...), we'll opt to pick up the sealed envelope.

I have been banking sick/personal days all year (I'm a teacher) for this "next" trip down. At this point, I'm convinced I won't be needing the days. The only good thing is if I am out of school by then, I'll just stay until Lorenzo gets the visa itself.

I sure hope I hear from them with an interview date soon. We've submitted all AOS and IV documents.

[Enigma23 68]

I am sure your CIta will be assigned soon! Trust that everything unfolds as it should and that the perfect time and circumstances will appear as needed and when needed.

I am seeing you having the perfect timefame for all you want to happen to happen as you prefer it to... just try to keep your focus on the positive and left go of any fears... don't worry about the things you cannot control. Trust.

[BabyFaceWife 11]

Definitely pick it up from Domex. It took exactly 7 days for ours to be ready to be picked up but I've seen others who've had theirs ready to pick up in 2-3 days. Either way, picking up is a way that you can guarantee that it won't get lost!

[cbconte 0]

Again - thank you so much. Lorenzo was considering (again, when the time comes...) whether or not to return to work. If picking it up will only be a 7 day wait, he should use those days to relax with his DR family. (Hoping I can extend my stay, as well!

And thank you for the encouragement. Having missed spending Valentine's Day, our anniversary in March, Easter, and most likely my birthday next week, I've been VERY depressed lately. It's frustrating; I'm just afraid that all this waiting/frustration will change his mind. I don't understand why the government doesn't understand the human element of this...

[Enigma23 68]

I totally understand the fear Mamita.... I have feared the same once or twice but we are nearly 2 yrs into this process...

Pero if he loses interest.... Then he's not worth you. period. Just keep that in mind...