What happens after my priority date is current?

What happens after my priority date is current?

You have one year after your priority date becomes current in the “Application Final Action Dates” chart to pursue your visa or green card. If you do not, the government assumes you have abandoned it, and will give your visa number to the next person in line.

What happens after 140 is approved?

What happens after my I-140 is approved? First, USCIS mails the paper Approval Notice (I-797) to your employer and attorney. Next, you will need to plan the last step of the “green card process” (or adjustment of status (AOS) to permanent resident), if it was not concurrently filed with your I-140.

How long does it take to get US visa appointment?

Appointment wait times Nonimmigrant visa applicants are encouraged to apply at least three months in advance of the intended date of travel. Although visa processing time is typically seven to ten working days, processing time for specific cases may vary due to individual circumstances and other special requirements.

What if I miss my US visa appointment?

If you cannot attend the rescheduled appointment, please cancel or reschedule your appointment at least three working days prior to your appointment date. Otherwise, you will need to wait until the appointment date has passed to reschedule a new one.

Can I book appointment before submitting DS 160?

Applications may be submitted at any time prior to the visa interview. However, please note that you will need a barcode number, which is shown on the DS-160 confirmation page(PDF 390KB) to make a visa interview appointment and pay the visa application fee.

Why do US visa get rejected?

The denial of a visa application under INA section 214(b) means that the applicant failed to convince the consular officer that he or she qualifies for the nonimmigrant visa he or she applied for, and also that the applicant has strong ties with his or her home country and does not intend to immigrate to the US.