DesMoines, WA asked in Immigration Law for Washington

Q: What happens if an applicant missed U.S. immigrant visa interview, which was not cancelled on time by the applicant?

The applicant did not show up on the first interview because he/she was not medically cleared, and that the clinic requested the applicant to have additional medical tests in multiple dates. Because the applicant failed to show up and the cancellation online and over the phone was too late. So now, will the embassy provide a chance for a second interview? If so, how many days to wait for the embassy to allow the applicant to re-schedule the interview.

Related Topics:
1 Lawyer Answer
James L. Arrasmith
PREMIUM
James L. Arrasmith pro label Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
Answered
  • Immigration Law Lawyer
  • Sacramento, CA

A: Missing a U.S. immigrant visa interview is generally not advisable, but consulates and embassies often have procedures for rescheduling. The ability to reschedule will depend on the specific embassy's policies, and you will typically need to contact them directly to arrange a new appointment. Waiting times for a new interview can vary widely depending on the embassy's backlog and the reason for the missed appointment.

Justia Ask a Lawyer is a forum for consumers to get answers to basic legal questions. Any information sent through Justia Ask a Lawyer is not secure and is done so on a non-confidential basis only.

The use of this website to ask questions or receive answers does not create an attorney–client relationship between you and Justia, or between you and any attorney who receives your information or responds to your questions, nor is it intended to create such a relationship. Additionally, no responses on this forum constitute legal advice, which must be tailored to the specific circumstances of each case. You should not act upon information provided in Justia Ask a Lawyer without seeking professional counsel from an attorney admitted or authorized to practice in your jurisdiction. Justia assumes no responsibility to any person who relies on information contained on or received through this site and disclaims all liability in respect to such information.

Justia cannot guarantee that the information on this website (including any legal information provided by an attorney through this service) is accurate, complete, or up-to-date. While we intend to make every attempt to keep the information on this site current, the owners of and contributors to this site make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness or adequacy of the information contained in or linked to from this site.