US Immigration from South Africa

Hi everyone:

My fianc and I are trying to get information to my future mother-in-law, a former South African now living in Australia with a valid Australian passport, on how she can attend our wedding in Vegas this fall. I keep trying to research what she needs in preparation for the trip, and am absolutely stumped.

One source says she needs to apply for an interview for a B2 visa.

Another says she lives in a country covered by the VWP, so an ESTA needs to be completed.

And yet another source says she doesn't need to file anything at all, and just have her valid passport, enough money on-hand for the trip, proof of return flight and other confirmations such as her hotel stay.

I am concerned that if I don't understand what is needed in advance and give her the info she needs, that she's going to have issues at customs and not know what to say or do. She's in her 70s and this will be her first time visiting the US. How can I assist her in navigating this process?

Hello All,

I'm still waiting for any imput on when you receive the packet.

When do you do the medical?

Do you do it after you receive packet 3 or packet 4?

Thanks

Hello Everyone,

How long after packet 3 do you get packet 4? We got our packet 3 July 10, but unfortunately the consulate sent a wrong instruction.

That was when I was inquiring about the DS 260 and I 864. I knew something was off because we couldn t get a headway trying to fill the form.

I emailed the consulate and the right packet 3 was resent yesterday.

How long before they send packet 4 and who do they send it to?

Thank you.

Hello Everyone,

Can I get some insight from Johannesburg filers about packet 3? We got our packet 3 today and experiencing some difficulties.

My fiance already filled out the DS 160, but unable to proceed.

K1 is non immigrant but won't let us do that under non immigration but when immigrant is checked, it goes through.

Not sure if we were put under immigrant visa by the consulate because it requested DS 260 and I 864.

Is anyone else experiencing the same issue?

Your input is greatly appreciated.

Hello Great Family,

I just got out packet 3 today, but it is requesting DS- 260 and I 864. Is this normal? My understanding is that KS requires DS 160 and I 34. Thank you for your response