Originally Posted by bigdave39

Hi,

I have a question that relates to visa renewal.

Are you able to apply for a second visa when you have a 5 year visa already or are you required to reapply after that first visa has run out?

This is of course a question that relates to avoiding a period of time that you cannot enter the states.

Thanks in advance.

Originally Posted by bigdave39

Are you able to apply for a second visa when you have a 5 year visa already...

Originally Posted by mrkobain

Waiver approval arrived today after Dec 6th application which is a really quick turnaround!

Originally Posted by JThomp15

Wow that was quick, where did you have your interview? My husband had his interview in London on 1st Dec we are still waiting to hear. Glad to hear you got yours 😊

Originally Posted by mrkobain

Thanks, Did it in Dublin, delighted, will have to see what length of a visa I get next

Originally Posted by materialcontroller

You will likely receive a 5 year multiple entry B1/B2, as that is now the default outcome for most applicants.

Originally Posted by mrkobain

That would be great, this is my second waiver, first was only for 1 year so we'll see

Originally Posted by materialcontroller

The guidelines issued to consular staff have changed. Five year multiple entry visas are now the norm, even for first time applicants, unless there are aggravating factors specific to an individual case.

Originally Posted by materialcontroller

Just a quick update on my own application.

Email received today to forward my passport for visa issuance. It's exactly 18 weeks to the day since my interview.

Good luck to everyone else waiting for a decision.

Originally Posted by KTG

Just had my appointment and was in and out within 1 hour.

Started queuing at 7.35am for 8am appointment. 20 people ahead of me. I was allowed my phone and free wifi inside.

Given appointment number V103. Soon realised that the V prefix related to those with conviction as all dealt with at the same interview window.

Ticket V100 called bang on 8am with mine being called at 8.20. Checked all my documents and took finger prints then asked to be seated and wait for my interview.

Again realised that the V codes were all being interviewed by one person. Called for my main interview at 8.45am and was in there for max of 5 mins. Only asked how much me and my husband earned. Did not even ask me for any evidence (I brought loads).

I have a conviction for possesion of class A & B from 15 years ago. Recommend for a 5 year visa. 😀. Not booking anything yet until in my hands! Just going to forget about it now and then see.

After years of deliberation I am so pleased I took the step and came here today.

My advice would be get an 8am appointment and be at the front of the queue.

Thanks to all the contributors to this thread. Without this I would never had the confidence to try.

Will post back again if do get it!

Originally Posted by Tambling

Hi, I had my appointment the same day as you,Did you get a case number for waiver application? I didn't and have been wondering can't seem to get through to the embassy.THanks

Originally Posted by materialcontroller

You don't get given a case number for the NIW waiver of ineligibility process.