DOS Expands Consular Officer Authority to Waive Interview for Certain Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants

DOS Expands Consular Officer Authority to Waive Interview for Certain Nonimmigrant Visa Applicants

DOS declared that consular officers now have the discretion to waive in-person interviews for specific categories of first-time H-2 visa applicants and other nonimmigrant visa applicants meeting certain criteria. This measure, became effective on January 1, 2024, will be reviewed annually and remains in place until further notice.

Remzi Guvenc Kulen Esq.
Kulen Law Firm P.C.