Is there an in-person interview at the NVC for the immigrant visa?

The process of obtaining an immigrant visa involves several steps and, to correctly understand each of them, it is important to know the roles played both by the National Visa Center (NVC) and the United States consulate or embassy.

In the case of the EB-2 NIW, the NVC mainly acts as an intermediary, organizing the documentation approved by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and preparing the case to be sent to the consulate or embassy where the applicant will complete the process. The NVC does not conduct an in-person interview; it only receives documents, reviews the pre-processing, and schedules the interview at the competent embassy or consulate.

The interview takes place at the consular section of the embassy or consulate in the country of residence, where the officer assesses eligibility and clarifies doubts. It is essential to strictly follow US immigration laws and seek reliable guidance, avoiding scams and unfounded promises, as each case has particularities that require official communication or with specialized professionals to ensure a safe and successful process.

Victoria Harper

Editor-in-Chief

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Leading journalism and editorial content at Visto n’ Visa, Victoria helps make immigration topics clear, trustworthy, and easy to understand. Her focus is on delivering useful, human, and relevant content for people exploring new paths abroad.