Last December, lThe United States Embassy in Mexico shared important news: Some people will be able to renew their American visa without having to attend an interview.
In order to carry out this procedure quickly and without interviewthere is a key requirement that interested parties must meet, which we detail below.
What do you need to renew your visa without an interview?
According to the official channels of the Embassypeople who wish to renew their visa can do so without an interview if it has been less than 4 years since their visa expired. On its website, the embassy indicates that those who qualify may not require an in-person interview, and the selection of those who will be exempt from this step will depend on the answers given during the appointment scheduling process.
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However, it is clarified that consular officials reserve the right to request an interview from any applicant, regardless of whether they meet the requirements.
What does it take to be exempt from the interview?
To be eligible for the interview waiver, you must meet any or all of the following requirements:
- Be renewing a visa issued in the same country where you are requesting the renewal, and that is still valid or has expired within the last 12 to 48 months.
- Be a citizen or permanent resident of the country where you are applying and be physically present in said country.
- The 10 fingerprints were taken when your last visa was issued.
- The previous visa was not lost, stolen or revoked.
- Have not received a rejection on your most recent visa application.
- Meet other eligibility requirements established by the embassy.
By following these guidelines, you will be able to manage your visa renewal more quickly and without the need for an interview.
Visit the US Embassy or Consulate website for country-specific information on the renewal interview waiver process. https://www.usembassy.gov/
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