State Department Updates Nonimmigrant Visa Interview Waiver Eligibility
The State Department has made changes to the types of people who may not need to have an in-person interview to get a visa. Consular officers (the people who issue visas) now have the authority to waive the interview for certain groups, including:
- Diplomats, government officials, and NATO personnel.
- People applying for a diplomatic or official visa.
- Applicants who had the same type of visa before, and it expired less than a year ago.
However, to qualify for the interview waiver, applicants must meet some conditions:
- Applying in their home country or where they live.
- Never having had a visa refusal (unless the refusal was resolved).
- Not having any issues that would make them ineligible for a visa.
Even if someone meets these criteria, the consular officer might still ask for an in-person interview, depending on the situation or local rules. Applicants should check their embassy or consulate’s website for the latest details on visa applications and requirements.
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