Coronavirus Embassy reopening

[milimelo 4,479]

1 minute ago, sl1pstream said:

That doesn't mean that the consulates will follow.

Follow the Diplomacy Strong guidance? Like I said before, each embassy/consulate led by an ambassador  decides on the phase they’re in. Very few are currently in phase 2 with a lot still at 0 or 1. It takes phase 3 to start doing routine visa services (and worldwide suspension on visa services is still in effect). 

[JonSeattle 202]

It doesn't sound like embassy re-opening is going to happen any faster than other government process usually do: https://www.thehour.com/business/article/Federal-workers-see-risks-to-them-in-Trump-push-15294813.php

[David & Olga 124]

12 hours ago, milimelo said:

Right now embassies have three stage openings process (Diplomacy Strong as reported in media). Some are still at 0, some are at 1, very few are at stage 2. Stage 3 allows regular visa services - don’t think any are at that point yet. There’s still worldwide suspension on regular visa services. 

On the Diplomacy Strong Phase Two section it says "Resumption of airline services will still impact traveler's ability to complete PCS travel , but most travel services - passport and visa issuance - should return close to normal". I interpret this as embassies can start issuing visas to people on phase 2 - not just on phase 3. I am curious to see if they will prioritize family based immigrant visas over nonimmigrant visas, as it logically should.  

[Sparkle Sparkle 914]

Think it's safe to add Belgrade Serbia to the growing list.... They plan to start citizens and notary services June 1....a step in the right direction. 

[DGF 730]

1 hour ago, David & Olga said:

On the Diplomacy Strong Phase Two section it says "Resumption of airline services will still impact traveler's ability to complete PCS travel , but most travel services - passport and visa issuance - should return close to normal". I interpret this as embassies can start issuing visas to people on phase 2 - not just on phase 3. I am curious to see if they will prioritize family based immigrant visas over nonimmigrant visas, as it logically should.  

I think that is in reference to those that work abroad getting visas to travel because in phase 1 they say "issuance of visas by host governments may still be problematic" and the category is PCS travel which is for moving stations. 

 

1 hour ago, Sparkle Sparkle said:

Think it's safe to add Belgrade Serbia to the growing list.... They plan to start citizens and notary services June 1....a step in the right direction. 

And Vietnam! They are also starting "limited" regular citizen services on June 1st. Hopefully we'll see a lot of embassies announce this change this week. 

[Sparkle Sparkle 914]

41 minutes ago, DGF said:

Vietnam

Great news... Things are looking up

[sl1pstream 551]

On 5/26/2020 at 8:46 PM, milimelo said:

Follow the Diplomacy Strong guidance? Like I s aid before, each embassy/consulate led by an ambassador  decides on the phase they’re in. Very few are currently in phase 2 with a lot still at 0 or 1. It takes phase 3 to start doing routine visa services (and worldwide suspension on visa services is still in effect). 

Yes. They can return to functioning normally without actually issuing visas.

[Beeya 50]

No signs of opening in the Philippines anytime soon. Closure has been extended until June 11. >:/

[Greenbaum 12,259]

@Naz2020 is reporting that Turkey will not open until Feb 2021. Does anyone have any confirmation to this information? Here is the post with the source.

 

 

[Naz2020 40]

2 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

@Naz2020 is reporting that Turkey will not open until Feb 2021. Does anyone have any confirmation to this information? Here is the post with the source.

 

 

The embassy might open but it seems that they are not going to schedule interviews for new files. 😌

[Greenbaum 12,259]

UPDATE:  The U.S. Embassy in the Philippines has canceled all immigrant and nonimmigrant visa interviews scheduled through June 11 due to the Philippines' community quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

We will resume routine visa services as soon as possible but are unable to provide a specific date at this time.
 

After the community quarantine is lifted in Metro Manila, all affected applicants should reschedule their visa interviews through the Embassy call center by phone at +63 (2) 7792-8988 or +63 (2) 8548-8223, or through the online appointment system at ustraveldocs.com/ph.

There is no fee to change an appointment and visa application fees are valid for one year in the country where the fee was paid.

 

[stech786 236]

Pakistan embassy staff landed in their capital. Hopes are UP!

[Greenbaum 12,259]

36 minutes ago, stech786 said:

Pakistan embassy staff landed in their capital. Hopes are UP!

That's good news. I hope they open the doors and you can get this moving again.

 

We need a little housekeeping on your end. Many of our answers are predicated on the information you supply in your profile. When we look at the left column and can't determine your timeline OR your Embassy it's hard for us to give you a factual answer. Our answers will sometimes be tailored to a specific Embassy hence the reason for you to complete your profile. If you look at the profile of others here, they have a flag for their country, so it makes it easy for us to reply as we can quickly determine their Embassy. The country that should be used is the country where the interview will take place.
 
So, if you could help yourself out and complete your profile that sure would help us out when we want to reply to your question with factual information.

 
Timeline: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RTx4pIFfcIXyW15L-nyLuBGzwqYRx5lI/view?usp=sharing

Country and Visa Type: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RyJiLo_7WTmqvkzXXqLuOlVHm9oyhAES/view?usp=sharing

 
Once you finish that then return and you will see a flag in your profile. Select it and see what wonderful information will open up for you.
 
Thanks 

[Princess101111 5]

3 hours ago, stech786 said:

Pakistan embassy staff landed in their capital. Hopes are UP!

How do you know  by when will it be taking accepted documentailry qualfied cases from Nvc and giving dates 

[stech786 236]

27 minutes ago, Sumavia said:

How do you know  by when will it be taking accepted documentailry qualfied cases from Nvc and giving dates 

No one knows it. I had my interview cancelled. So I’m on the top list. There will be backlog