Australians Waiting For Interview at US Consulate Sydney

[zochu 255]

18 hours ago, WhyUSoMadFor said:

So I changed my address and send them emails but their response was:

"Thanks for letting us know, you are on a waitlist and will be scheduled an interview as soon as possible"

 

I still haven't gotten the 3 options. I'm really worried but will have to wait and see if anyone else here can get an interview before me

How annoying. Let’s hope the waitlist is just a k1 thing and they’ll schedule an interview soon. 

[John0990 23]

2 minutes ago, zochu said:

You don’t need a date. Getting a permit to cross will not mean the consulate will schedule an interview. 
 

best bet is to move to another state. 

Hi Zochu, yes its looking that way. The frustrating part is they will not just be open and say they are not processing Victoria, they say nothing adding to the stress. As for moving, yes I am looking at that too, have applied to the SA border for a pass as I only live a short drive from there and was initially from SA. All we can do for now is keep chipping away and hope something finally gives. Does not help my wife though who I have not seen since Feb.

[B&ANZ 134]

Hubby is now with me in the States! For those with or having a LAX POE, the immigration process was about 5 minutes long. Customs was also quick minus a delay due to the baggage carousel breaking down. Wishing everyone speedy interviews and safe travels! The planes were all booked to capacity so there wasn't any social distancing, which was not ideal, but he made it here!

[John0990 23]

32 minutes ago, B&ANZ said:

Hubby is now with me in the States! For those with or having a LAX POE, the immigration process was about 5 minutes long. Customs was also quick minus a delay due to the baggage carousel breaking down. Wishing everyone speedy interviews and safe travels! The planes were all booked to capacity so there wasn't any social distancing, which was not ideal, but he made it here!

Congrats, great to hear some positive news. Best wishes for your future 🙏

[aus2tx 168]

1 hour ago, B&ANZ said:

Hubby is now with me in the States! For those with or having a LAX POE, the immigration process was about 5 minutes long. Customs was also quick minus a delay due to the baggage carousel breaking down. Wishing everyone speedy interviews and safe travels! The planes were all booked to capacity so there wasn't any social distancing, which was not ideal, but he made it here!

Congratulations!!! We are also flying in through LAX

 

thanks for all of your advice and help, and thanks for letting us be part of your journey as well! Many well wishes for you both!

Edited September 26, 2020 by aus2tx

[PattyM24 6]

19 hours ago, vincentamosa said:

I couldnt open that link so maybe you succeeded in taking it down. What was it that you received? I only received the short acceptance email from NVC.

He got an email that said his original interview was cancelled and they would contact soon to schedule a visa interview. 

Edited September 26, 2020 by PattyM24

[vincentamosa 43]

6 hours ago, PattyM24 said:

He got an email that said his original interview was cancelled and they would contact soon to schedule a visa interview. 

Ah yeah I did get that email too. I remember reading further back in this thread that the same happened to others (an interview that was never made got cancelled) but then  scheduled soon after 

[Spencer_Kyle 12]

On 9/15/2020 at 7:11 PM, Stella3204 said:

I got my expedited request approved around August 14th. So all my file got sent to Syndey right away. But it looks like the interview is quite some time away as the borders are closed. I am in Melbourne. 

yes

May I ask which email address did you send your expedite too? I see a few different ones ? The SydneyIV or the Support-Australia one ? Thank you 🙂 I hope the boarders open soon for you 

[GiggsMcGill 40]

4 hours ago, Spencer_Kyle said:

May I ask which email address did you send your expedite too? I see a few different ones ? The SydneyIV or the Support-Australia one ? Thank you 🙂 I hope the boarders open soon for you 

nvcexpedite@state.gov

[PattyM24 6]

On 9/26/2020 at 2:15 PM, vincentamosa said:

Ah yeah I did get that email too. I remember reading further back in this thread that the same happened to others (an interview that was never made got cancelled) but then  scheduled soon after 

Have you set up medical? Are you waiting til the appointment date is given to do medical.  I’m curious if it would be another week to get the appointment date or longer? 

[Adrian6584 7]

On 9/23/2020 at 7:25 PM, Adrian6584 said:

Hope that everyone is holding up alright! I was hoping someone might know how long it takes for the Consulate to schedule an interview post the NVC expediting it to the Sydney Consulate. We received the message below from the NVC last Thursday but haven't heard from the Sydney Consulate since then (we live in Sydney). 

The U.S. Embassy/Consulate General in SYDNEY, ASTL approved your request for expedited processing of your immigrant visa application. The National Visa Center sent your immigrant visa application to the U.S. Embassy/Consulate General in SYDNEY, ASTL for their action. The Embassy/Consulate General will contact you soon to schedule a visa interview.

For anyone interested -- The Sydney Consulate reached out today to schedule the interview (12 days after NVC advised our case had been expedited). 

[Botoole 17]

1 minute ago, Adrian6584 said:

For anyone interested -- The Sydney Consulate reached out today to schedule the interview (12 days after NVC advised our case had been expedited). 

Nice one! Did they offer you a date couple weeks out? (seems to be what they're doing). It's been 17 days since NVC confirmed my expedite was approved and expecting interview scheduling any day now (My status on CEAC tracker just changed to 'Ready' on Friday too) -just glad to hear they're still scheduling as I was starting to wonder!

[ChelseaLAllen 12]

57 minutes ago, Botoole said:

Nice one! Did they offer you a date couple weeks out? (seems to be what they're doing). It's been 17 days since NVC confirmed my expedite was approved and expecting interview scheduling any day now (My status on CEAC tracker just changed to 'Ready' on Friday too) -just glad to hear they're still scheduling as I was starting to wonder!

Mine was 14 days ago they approved our expedite and the status just changed to ready on Friday too! hopefully we get scheduled an interview this week fingers crossed!

[Mayflower girl 6]

3 hours ago, Adrian6584 said:

For anyone interested -- The Sydney Consulate reached out today to schedule the interview (12 days after NVC advised our case had been expedited). 

When is your interview scheduled? We were told they weren't scheduling any until after October 1. DQ April 6, Expedite July 8, still being strung along as in Melbourne. Sept 27, 2019 case sent to NVC. One whole year ago!

[Adrian6584 7]

10 hours ago, Botoole said:

Nice one! Did they offer you a date couple weeks out? (seems to be what they're doing). It's been 17 days since NVC confirmed my expedite was approved and expecting interview scheduling any day now (My status on CEAC tracker just changed to 'Ready' on Friday too) -just glad to hear they're still scheduling as I was starting to wonder!

They give these three options:

1 – Please schedule the next available appointment.

2 – I am unable to attend an interview due to COVID-19 restrictions in my State or Territory. I will contact you for an appointment as soon as I can attend.

3 – I am not yet ready to attend an interview, I will contact your office 2 months prior to when I hope to have an interview scheduled. I understand this may be longer due to the effect of COVID -19 on scheduling availability.

Edited September 28, 2020 by Adrian6584