When is it possible to change Embassy?

[JBF 116]

I tried to be looking for this information but I couldn’t find what I specifically need to know.

 

Is it necessary to be a resident or a citizen of the Embassy’s country to get an interview there? 
I’m a European citizen, could i request to have an interview in another Embassy that is not part of the Schengen area but always in the European zone? 

Thank you so much in advance! 

[Crazy Cat 41,834]

Normally, it must be your country of residence or home country.

[JBF 116]

3 minutes ago, Lucky Cat said:

Normally, it must be your country of residence or home country.

I understand, thank you. The reason why I’m asking is because I need to get an expedite appointment for military reasons but my Consulate said they cannot assist me because of the Schengen travel ban. Transferring could be an option, eventually. I wonder if it’s possible. 

[Lucky2Lucky 2,526]

13 minutes ago, JBF said:

I understand, thank you. The reason why I’m asking is because I need to get an expedite appointment for military reasons but my Consulate said they cannot assist me because of the Schengen travel ban. Transferring could be an option, eventually. I wonder if it’s possible. 

I believe you have to be legally residing in another country in order to interview there. (unless of course your country doesn't have an embassy and it is automatically assigned to another country). 

 

You are more than welcome to reach out to other embassies but I don't know how much luck you will have. Please keep us updated either way so it can help others in the future. 

[JBF 116]

8 minutes ago, Luckycuds said:

I believe you have to be legally residing in another country in order to interview there. (unless of course your country doesn't have an embassy and it is automatically assigned to another country). 

 

You are more than welcome to reach out to other embassies but I don't know how much luck you will have. Please keep us updated either way so it can help others in the future. 

I have asked an Embassy that is outside the Schengen area and explained my situation, and I will post what they will tell me. I’m praying for some good news! 

Edited June 26, 2020 by JBF

[Louis61404 133]

It would be quite odd for an embassy in a country you don't reside in to accept your case/expedite after being turned down by your home embassy.  But, it doesn't hurt to try - you may run into a nice agent taking the request!

[JBF 116]

1 minute ago, Louis61404 said:

It would be quite odd for an embassy in a country you don't reside in to accept your case/expedite after being turned down by your home embassy.  But, it doesn't hurt to try - you may run into a nice agent taking the request!

Exactly, I figured I would try as it definitely doesn’t hurt! I’m keeping my expectations low, but hoping for the best!

[Just Paul 4,595]

1 hour ago, JBF said:

Is it necessary to be a resident or a citizen of the Embassy’s country to get an interview there? 

Yes you need to interview at the consulate that has jurisdiction for the country of residence or citizenship. Mary was a resident of Mexico for 6 weeks before we filed and 5 months prior to interview.

 

I'd contact your congressional delegation and I'd think the legal services at your base or branch.

 

 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

2 hours ago, JBF said:

I tried to be looking for this information, but I couldn’t find what I specifically need to know.

 

Is it necessary to be a resident or a citizen of the Embassy’s country to get an interview there? 
I’m a European citizen, could i request to have an interview in another Embassy that is not part of the Schengen area but always in the European zone? 

Thank you so much in advance! 

Individuals can apply for a US visa in a country other than their home country in certain, limited circumstances. One of the most common reasons is that you are otherwise resident in a country that is not your own. The US Consulates do not want individuals to “forum shop”- that means they don’t want individuals choosing to appear for an interview at a certain consulate because it may be easier to get a visa there. It's recommended that you contact the embassy to which you want to interview from to determine their rules. I have read where some have been turned away at the interview because there was a stipulation that was not met prior to the interview. Time in country is one such reason.

[Crazy Cat 41,834]

1 minute ago, Greenbaum said:

Individuals can apply for a US visa in a country other than their home country in certain, limited circumstances. One of the most common reasons is that you are otherwise resident in a country that is not your own. The US Consulates do not want individuals to “forum shop”- that means they don’t want individuals choosing to appear for an interview at a certain consulate because it may be easier to get a visa there. It's recommended that you contact the embassy to which you want to interview from to determine their rules. I have read where some have been turned away at the interview because there was a stipulation that was not met prior to the interview. Time in country is one such reason.

^^^THIS^^^^   

[JBF 116]

8 minutes ago, Lucky Cat said:

^^^THIS^^^^   

Okay, thank you for the insight. I want to specify that this was suggested by the Consulate in regards to my case, and therefore I thought I would try. They indeed told me that they cannot guarantee another Embassy or Consulate will accept my case, but considering the emergency it may be possible. I decided to give it a try and will see what they tell me. 
I will definitely post an update!

[designguy 1,179]

3 hours ago, JBF said:

The reason why I’m asking is because I need to get an expedite appointment for military reasons

Why would this qualify for an expedite?

[JBF 116]

47 minutes ago, designguy said:

Why would this qualify for an expedite?

I need to be on my fiancé’s orders as he will leave for an extended period of time. There are other reasons as well, everything has been documented and I have a letter from his superior as well. 

[Good2Know 2]

Hi

your question is not clear enough at least to me , anyway k1 process is clear ( you mentioned fiancé )

but to answer your question about Military orders  ( you mentioned PCS orders  )

 

service members are either considered Single or Married when joining 

when Married here is how things work 

 Visit the nearest military ID card issuing facility with the following documentation: NOT all overseas facilities offers enrollment on Deers 

• Your marriage certificate.
• Your spouse’s Social Security card.
• Your spouse’s birth certificate.
• Your spouse’s current photo identification card.

THE ONLY document you can bypass is SSN , some deers facility will enroll you temporarily with an Alien number plus 2 ID documents passport and ID

to my knowledge , only dependents can be on pcs orders 

 

hope this helps