People are have today started receiving their 2NLs for December interviews!! This is earlier than normal, which is nice, but doesn’t “mean” anything. It will take a few hours – and possibly even a couple of days before all have gone out – especially as it is now the weekend. .
The email itself has no useful information. It simply tells you to check the ESC site for the interview details. Some people that receive the email will find the ESC site is not ready, those people should try again after a few hours. Also, some people find the email itself goes to a trash or spam folder or somehow miss it. So – if you think you may have been scheduled but missed your email, you can check the ESC site, just in case. The 1NL (you have been selected letter) is replaced by a new letter which gives the appointment details.
For those that received their interview notice, now is the time to start preparing for the interview. Gathering documents, scheduling the medical and so on. To learn how to prepare please view my guide on preparing for the interview.
If you have received your 2NL – please take a moment to reply to this post and add your region/case number range PLUS the date of submission and whether you unlocked at any point. This helps me gauge the backlog and DS260 processing times. Last month it was clear that cases submitted later than mid May had a chance not to be scheduled because of backlog on DS260 processing. We will see how far that backlog has been handled.
**** UPDATE ***
The LATEST submission date I have heard where someone received their 2NL for a December interview is June 12th.
So – the backlog seems to be moving at about 2 weeks of submissions per month.
October interviews were on DS260 submissions up to around May 15/20 (2 weeks worth of submissions)
November interviews were on DS260 submissions up to around May 31 ( a bit less than 2 weeks worth of submissions)
December interviews were on DS260 submissions up to around June 12/15 (2 weeks worth of submissions).
If you submitted before June 15 (roughly) and were expecting your interview, that is because not all cases process at the same speed. If you submitted after June 15th, it is not surprising that your interview did not get scheduled.
I expect the backlog to reduce at some point (meaning the 2 weeks will grow to 3 or 4 weeks worth of submissions). But we have to wait and see whether that pace will increase for January interviews.
A later interview is not a problem. No need to panic. The Green Cards for March interviews are just the same as February interviews…. so….
R – E – L – A – X!!!
October 19, 2016 at 06:45
hi. my case numbber is around 2017AS2XXX (current in the 2nd month).i submitted in the fist week of june and because you said unlocking wont push you to the end of the line i unlocked and changed something minor. now i haven’t received 2nl yet! seems unlocking does have impact on 2nl even for minor items like a misspelling.
October 19, 2016 at 15:22
No – you only have to read the responses to know I am correct. Not all cases process at the same speed – as I have explained time and time again.
October 19, 2016 at 07:20
I got a question. My case number is EU51** – submitted my DS 260 in the middle of July. From your posts above I can read I can expect my interview to take place in January/February – which is fine. Now – since then I have applied for new passport for my daughter as old one was running out in February. Got new one about a month ago but I did not unlock my form DS 260 as did want to delay the interview any further. Shall I leave it ? and just take both passports for an interview and explain to consul on the day why I got new one ? or shall I unlock my form and update ?
October 19, 2016 at 15:17
You can take old and new to the interview.
October 19, 2016 at 07:31
Dear Simon sir,
I have a one querry, my wife who is derivative is having a medicine of thyoroid from last 2 months..Does thyroid affects medical and interview?
October 19, 2016 at 15:16
No
October 19, 2016 at 08:19
I won DV Single, I was not yet marriage but had a fiance and she was under the age of marriage doing the time I played DV. We have finally got married few weeks ago. Is it possible that i take her alone with me to the embassy???
October 19, 2016 at 14:15
https://britsimonsays.com/faq/getting-married-during-the-lottery-process/
October 19, 2016 at 08:29
Dear Simon
My CN is 38xxx, submitted end of July 2016, expecting interview on the 2nd week of April 2017. I know you don’t like such type of questions, but I’ve nowhere else to ask. I desperately need to know an approximate date ( a range) for my case for many reasons. Please help me Simon, say something at least Yes or No.
Thank you
October 19, 2016 at 14:14
There is NO possible way to guess with ANY level of precision – other than looking at the progress made in previous years. So – study the link below
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2017-basic-questions/
October 21, 2016 at 22:05
Dear Simon
I did study the information you provided in the given link. Based on VB progress shown in curves for DV2015 and DV2016, I can roughly predict June/July as possible months. is it?
Thank you
October 23, 2016 at 22:36
Dear Simon
I’m waiting for your reply. please help as used to do.
thanks
October 23, 2016 at 22:59
I am teaching you to fish…
October 24, 2016 at 22:17
Hi Simon
Yah, but I expected June 2017 based on your graphs. Do you think I’ve learned and became a good fisherman?
Thanks Teacher
October 19, 2016 at 08:37
I want to know when will sending of 2nls for December end
October 19, 2016 at 08:40
Hey Brit,
I would like your guidance.
I have received my 2NL and only my wife and I are listed , not my new born which has a confirmation on DS-260 and was registered on the system way before my schedule letter.
I read from the forum somewhere I should contact the Embassy/consular in my interview place so I did through an email. Here is there response.
quote
please be informed that the visa interview appointments are scheduled at Kentucky Consular Center/KCC/ not at U.S. Embassy.
unquote
I wrote to KCC , no answer so far.
It will not be easy to convince hospitals to do an examination for my new born with out the letter having his name, also I wanted to make sure that my 53 days son is not left behind.
Your kind recommendation based on your huge experience , please !
October 19, 2016 at 14:11
Simply print out the first page of the DS260 submission that shows the three applicants. Show that to the physician. This is normal.
October 19, 2016 at 15:26
Hello, how long does it usually take for us embassies to answer to your interview reschedule request ?
October 19, 2016 at 17:20
It varies enormously.
October 20, 2016 at 06:26
Should i keep sending for an interview request or once is enough
October 20, 2016 at 17:43
Use your judgement.
October 19, 2016 at 16:39
Hi Mr Brit
Im from ethiopia CN 2017AF243XX and submitted DS260 on 24 may 2016.
Q1, Am i in safe case number? Q2,From 2017 dv context is my chance ok or not?
October 19, 2016 at 17:14
It’s fine. Relax.
October 20, 2016 at 13:08
Dear Simon,
last time, i was tell that , I received 2NL, for decemeber intreview. but when try to creat DHL Acoount , it syas that” your case is not ready? ” what does it mean? why this happen? Just I am aleady recieved appointements lettre from KCC. Just i am conifused???
October 20, 2016 at 17:19
In cases other than DV cases the DHL account is how people book an appointment. Not for DV though. So – your appointment is when KCC set the appointment. You simply need a DHL account for the courier.
October 24, 2016 at 15:59
Dear Brit,
I am not sure of your policy on this blog. As a DV 2017 candidate who is going to have an interview at first week of December , is it okay that I leave my email to Ethiopians to have a localized information on ADDIS US Embassy ? If so, I call upon my fellow Ethiopians to contact me using ( [email protected] ) to share and exchange country specific information.
I promise I will pass out any relevant information on the blog when deemed to fit the international experience.
Always indebted of your platform and cheers
October 24, 2016 at 16:12
It’s OK, but not ideal. These groups usually end up with the blind leading the blind. It’s better to share the information on a country specifics page. I’ll create some pages where people can share factual information – and I will compile the information per country.
October 20, 2016 at 13:44
Thank you dear Brit for helping .
I have only one Question
Untill today the most yemeni selectees have not recieved thier 2NL .
please can you tell me why ?
October 20, 2016 at 16:38
Because it’s month 3 of a 12 month process
October 20, 2016 at 16:54
Well that may or may not be true. Neither you, nor I can be sure of that.
But – here are some factors.
They may have submitted DS260s late.
They may not be current.
KCC may be trying to decide where the interviews will take place as the Yemen embassy is closed.
Background checks for Yemenis will be taking longer given the political situation there.
It’s common sense really.
A Yemeni selectee that wants an interview should contact KCC to discuss where they can travel to. Malaysia is the “standard” place.
October 20, 2016 at 15:57
Hi..first of all your website and your help is precious
Second i wanted to ask that
1- if My case number is AS32** which is good but I submitted my DS260 late in september..will I still have my interview scheduled in December?or will it be late in Fabreuary?
Is it a big problem that I submitted late..will I miss the chance to get an interview?..
I’m really worried
2- if I’m a refuguee in another country but didn’t get a resettlement yet(accepted as refuge but I don’t live in my home counttry, I live in Turkey but still waiting for resettlement to anothet country) ,will this affect my case?I mean can this prohibit me from getting an interview? Is it a big problem?
Thanks for all your efforts
October 20, 2016 at 16:40
1. The article above answers this. Your interview will not be in December, It will be much later. That’s OK.
2. Not an issue.
October 20, 2016 at 16:27
Dear SimonBrit,
CN: 2017AF00003xxx
Submission: Aug, 18
Country: Morocco
What would be the earliest date for an interview?
Best,
Hassan
October 20, 2016 at 23:35
March or so. Wait and see
October 20, 2016 at 17:12
Hello Brit, how did the backlog go in previous years? What is the typical backlog for the month of November (for interviews in January)?
October 20, 2016 at 23:33
This year is about the same as last year and the year before.
October 20, 2016 at 17:33
Dear Sir/Madam
I won DV with my street name different from the name that I’m using in school. And all my documentation is in all my school as my original name of birth. Please I’m confused???
October 20, 2016 at 19:03
Hi! My case # is 16### have submitted my Ds260 on july but still not receive my appointment?
October 20, 2016 at 21:02
READ THE ARTICLE ABOVE!!!!!
October 21, 2016 at 08:06
Hello Simon It Is That Whenever You Receive Your 2NLs You Should Have A Courier A Account And Why?
October 21, 2016 at 15:07
So they can send you the passport after interview.
October 20, 2016 at 20:07
Hello.
I dont want to take to much time to you, only a simple question.
My case number is 2017EU29xxx (from Albania)
From 1-10 how many chances do i have to get an interview ???
Have a nice day, and wish you health.
October 20, 2016 at 21:01
I hate the 1-10 or how percentage guesses.
You have a good chance – but we need to move further into the year – so – wait and see.
October 20, 2016 at 21:54
Hi brit!
My case number is 2017af4xx I submitted my ds260 in july 20th will are be part of December interviews.
Thx u very much
October 21, 2016 at 00:06
No, January or February interview.
October 21, 2016 at 02:42
Hi Brit My case Number is 2017OC000002XX
Our Interview is Schedule on 01/12/16
I submit my DS260 on 12 June and my Husband and son on 01/08/16 and 02/08/16.
Vina.
October 21, 2016 at 05:13
Hi Vina. I’m from the Oceania region scheduled for interview on Decemebr 1st as well. Just wondering where your interview will be at?
October 23, 2016 at 21:35
Hi Lucia
My interview will be at the US Embassy in Tamavua,Fiji Islands.
October 24, 2016 at 01:04
Hi Vina,
Our interview will be at the US embassy at Suva, Fiji.
October 24, 2016 at 01:09
I guess we will see each other there on December 1st. We’re coming from Tonga. What time is your interview? Ours is at 8:00am
October 24, 2016 at 01:11
Hi ,All the best for the interview , reply what has been asked in the interview as my case # is 800 so expecting the interview next year april .
October 24, 2016 at 01:23
Hi Vina,
here is my email. It will be easier for me to check your reply if you could email me…
[email protected]
October 21, 2016 at 08:18
hi
i submit my DS260 on 15 June and my case number is 2017AF00018***, still i did not receive 2nd letter or Appointment letter. so is it possible to go interview in December.
October 21, 2016 at 15:07
No. January.
October 21, 2016 at 15:26
Hey Brit – Are you aware of any regulation on how up to date the supporting documents, such as police and military records should be?
October 21, 2016 at 15:43
Police certs should be recent (less than 6 months old typically). Military documents can be older.
October 21, 2016 at 15:47
Thanks!
October 21, 2016 at 15:33
Hi dear simon
I won dv 2017
I have questions
On my original application form i fill som university caurse as educational background but on DS260 i fill 3years college diploma with 3.5years full time legal work exprance which i have in the previous years .Now i accomplished my bachelor degree in civil engineering after 5 years studies in extension program.
Q1,is there any problem that i sbmitted 3 years diploma on the place of some university courses on my 2NL?
Q2, if i recive 2NL, does the degree can increase my chance for visa if i attach it with diploma on DS260 during interview ?
October 21, 2016 at 15:42
You should list all your education on the DS260. Unlock and correct it.
October 21, 2016 at 17:02
Mr i will achiv my bachelor in 30december2017, so is it must to unloke and correct it in DS260?
October 21, 2016 at 18:22
Not a “must”, but wise if you have the time to wait anyway.
October 21, 2016 at 17:46
Hello Brit. Regarding the education – only secondary level or above has to be listed, right? I am asking that just to make sure because I think that many people have been listing primary as well as Junior-high in the forms. I listed only High school years, bachelor degree years and masters degree years.
October 21, 2016 at 18:18
Secondary school is defined as age 12 and above – so Junior High should be listed.
October 21, 2016 at 22:33
Hii again..
Is there any possibility that I won’t get an interview schedualed becuae i submitted ds260 form late in september? See my case number is low it is AS32** ..so does that mean I missed the chance to interview because my number was passed and they will interview case numbers higher than mine..
Will I still get an interview?
Thanks alot
Have a good day
October 22, 2016 at 00:03
You have already asked this and I have answered. Please don’t repeat the same questions.
https://britsimonsays.com/2nls-december-2016-interviews-sent/comment-page-2/#comment-51552
October 22, 2016 at 12:49
Dear Simon,
If someone is starting engaging in divorce just after he has arrived in USA.
1.Will that affect their green cards (both principal& beneficiary)?
2.What are the consequences?
Thank you
October 22, 2016 at 14:56
1. No
2. None
October 22, 2016 at 13:12
hi brit
its been a long time you haven’t posted something analytic about the process! we are looking forward for a one!
also, do you know what exactly kcc does when they process the ds-260 forms?i want to figure out why every ones form takes different amount of time to process.
October 22, 2016 at 14:56
LOL on the analysis.
KCC performs background checks with international sources. Some governments cooperate, some don’t – so the more complex your case the longer it takes.
October 22, 2016 at 16:19
Hi Brit
I’m having my visa interview on November, my passport will expire by November 2017, if I received visa is there any chance that I can apply new passport and get the visa on it?
October 23, 2016 at 18:39
Get the new passport before the interview.
October 22, 2016 at 19:23
Hello Brist please help me
I fear
Is when tout status is issued. And you do not make your withdrawal until your medical exam itself has expired. What’s going to happen? Thanks
October 23, 2016 at 14:42
You have to get a new medical.
October 23, 2016 at 17:18
Thank you very much. But I am of the DV 2016. So if I stay Issued. And that the medical examination is exipré. I have to make another visit? As DV2016 is complete.
October 22, 2016 at 22:40
Hello BritSimon, thank you for your help!
My Confirmation number is 2017EU120xx
And I submitted on 16 july 2016
When I will get the interview date, and it is sure that I will get it?
Thank you!
October 23, 2016 at 14:36
You will get it in a month or two (interview in January or February.
October 24, 2016 at 05:13
Thank you for your help! I appreciate that! My life depends on it!
October 22, 2016 at 22:47
Hello and thanks for your time. is it possible to postpone visa issuance after approval? for some reasons i want to delay my first trip but i dont want to risk rescheduling my interview to a later date to acheive that. (becuase of possible AP). i mean, i want to go for the interview and ask the officer to wait for some months before visa issuance so i have the full 6-month validity from that time on. is that ever possible?
October 23, 2016 at 14:35
No. The visa is based on your medical date plus 6 months. That cannot be extended.
October 23, 2016 at 20:25
thanks for the reply. But i will extend the medical and that’s no problem. i just want to know if its possible to delay issuing the visa for 2-3 months then to ask for issuance with new full validity medicals or even the old and less validity period medical.
i just want to know if it’s possible to pause the issuance after approval.
October 23, 2016 at 23:05
I already answered. No. The only option is to delay the interview, or arrive at the interview without some document (such as the medical). However, that causes AP – and that is a somewhat risky strategy.
October 23, 2016 at 12:49
hi BritSimon; my CN is 2017AF000098** , i’m from algeria, i submitted on may but i unlocked and resubmited on 25th august, and i haven’t received my 2L yet. just to let you know,
i’m trying to relax, i’m waiting for this 2L anxiously. according to your etimations, i’ll receive it on februrary ? please help !
October 23, 2016 at 14:19
Patience.
October 23, 2016 at 13:59
Hi
My case number is AS7XXX.I submitted my DS260 on may 15.when will my interview sheduled
October 23, 2016 at 14:17
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2017-basic-questions/
October 23, 2016 at 14:38
Hii
1-Can I ask the kcc office where is my DS 260 in the Process?
2-What happen if I got pregnant while waiting for my interview?We have been planning and taking medicine for IVF so I can’t postponec it..what if I got pregnant? How can I have my medical report and xray ..can I go wothout it?or can I get my medical report now before the Surgery even if I don’t have my interview schedualed?
Thanks alot
October 23, 2016 at 14:39
thanks alot for all your help and support
October 23, 2016 at 18:53
1. Yes. Or you can exercise some patience.
2. Pregnancy is not a problem. You must have the interview including xray. They shield the fetus.
October 23, 2016 at 18:53
1. Yes. Or you can exercise some patience.
2. Pregnancy is not a problem. You must have the interview including xray. They shield the fetus.
October 23, 2016 at 19:02
Sorry, but I didn’t understand
Can I get the medical report before the surgery even if I didn’t get an interview yet or should I get the report directly before I go to the interview..I heard a lot of people didn’t get medical report because of pregnancy risk..if so and I couldn’t complete my report ,what can I do?i
I’m afraid that it will be an issue
Please advice me
October 23, 2016 at 23:33
You must have the medical. You do that once you have your interview notification (2NL)
October 23, 2016 at 17:19
Thank you very much Brist.
But I am of the DV 2016. So if I stay Issued. And that the medical examination is exipré. I have to make another visit? As DV2016 is complete.
October 23, 2016 at 18:46
Make yourself more clear! The expiry date on your visa is based on the medical date expiry. So what date is the visa expiry?
October 23, 2016 at 19:09
November 15, 2016. I am from the Ivory Coast in DV2016
October 23, 2016 at 23:35
You must enter the USA before that date. You cannot extend that date. If you don’t enter the USA by November 15th, you will lose your Green Card. FORGET about the medical – just make sure you get to the USA in the next 3 weeks!
October 23, 2016 at 19:39
My question may sound silly.
But I fear for my case.
My status remained Issued until 30 September. Es that after that date the consular officer may revoke its decision. if yes; what are the reasons that may cause him to take this decision?
Or be Issued definitely put you at the shelter?
October 23, 2016 at 23:25
Having the visa in your hand is the point you are safe. If you have not received your visa yet, you should contact the embassy.
October 24, 2016 at 06:27
Hi brit, forst of all thank you for all
I have some questions
Q1. i filled in my ds 260 form that i have university degree but i have college degree from recognized private college and the degree is equivalent with the univrsity one. so is it cause any problem during my interview?
Q2. in affidavit support form there is a term intend or do not intend so what my sponsor should say intend or do not intend?
Q3. my CN is AF00011XXX(Ethopia) submitted at May 17 so now can i process affidavit of support? because i expect my 2NL in December or January.
Thank you…i am looking foreard to hear from you!
October 24, 2016 at 06:29
1, No
2. Intend.
3. I would wait until the 2NL
October 24, 2016 at 07:00
Thank you very much for your prompt replay
October 24, 2016 at 07:33
hi
lam 2017 dv winner
my case is 2017AF00005xxx l submir ds260 july 28
still i didn’t get my 2nl
please help me when l get my 2nl and interview appointment
October 24, 2016 at 14:35
In 1 to 2 months.
October 24, 2016 at 14:40
Thnkz but sir l waiting 3 months and half what do you mean 1 to 2 months
October 24, 2016 at 14:44
Your were selected in May. The selected letter said to apply quickly. You waited almost 3 months before submitting your DS260 – and that caused a delay. So now you will wait some more. If you did not want to wait, you should have acted fast as the letter said.
October 24, 2016 at 10:52
Hellow brit; hown r ya? Ya gd..
Am dv2017 selectees from Ethiopia!!
According to previous VB 2016 and other mine will be in January.I see every VB year mine never jump December and January. ….
CN AF12***.
Submitted Ds260 in May 24/2016.
Never unlock it.
1.My question I hope my interview will be for January right ya?
As Africa for December around 20,400 never occurred in VByear but this year and Ethiopia around 9000!!
Let’s say for January for Ethiopia around 13000 and I will take my interview in that month!!!
Right now am 5th year civil engineering student in Ethiopia university and am going to graduate in this year; I already begin from 2 of my 1st semester class!
2.I already filled in my ds260 University degree; do it have a problem?
I hope am going to present all my education documents starting from high school degree to Grade 12 university transcript and my Grade report from the University upto 5 year class that am on the way to finish my university degree this year!!!
3.Am in Ethiopia but away from my birth city that i grown up until the age of 16 for Education in university in other city in Ethiopia I joined the university that found in this city at the age of 19 my question can i get my Police clearance certificate from this city or any other city or back to my birth city?
October 24, 2016 at 14:23
1. Wait and see
2. It’s OK
3. Read the reciprocity page instructions
October 24, 2016 at 11:04
Dear Simon,
For your kind feedback , if it is not a localized procedure:
Do I need to notarize all original document through foreign affairs document authentication office for the interview ?? ( Despite I have the original documents not copies of the original )
Thanks for your time and dedication to help
October 24, 2016 at 14:21
It isn’t normally required, but some embassies might.
October 24, 2016 at 21:51
Hi brit, when dey say city of birth i it same as place of birth? Cus my place of birth is not a city. Thanks
October 24, 2016 at 21:58
Yes.
October 24, 2016 at 22:25
Hi and thaanks for all your help, my case number is AF9XXX, i submit my ds260 on 20th of june, will i receive my 2NL for december or january? thanks again
October 24, 2016 at 23:27
Probably a January interview.
October 25, 2016 at 06:15
Morning Simon, I am scheduled for an interview on December 6 2016 in Johannesburg South Africa,
I am in the process of raising the required $ 20000 but I will not have the money by the date of the interview.
Is it possible that I can get my visa after the interview say June 2017 when I can show that I have the money?
October 25, 2016 at 13:47
The CO will decide that on the day.
October 25, 2016 at 06:56
Hey Brit, my interview was on the 3rd of October but due to some missing papers i was told to complete the email for a reschedule i never met the consular, I’ve been emailing for about a week now telling them am ready but they never replay, should i loose hope about getting another interview chance or is this normal ?
October 25, 2016 at 13:45
No it’s not “normal” – most people arrive ready for interview.
October 25, 2016 at 09:09
Dear BritSimon, Forexample you submitted DS260 on May and Later you Unlocked it On July does that mean May submition or July submition what will I be considered ? thanks
October 25, 2016 at 13:32
May, unless the data changed was very significant.
October 25, 2016 at 14:25
Please i read something about the picture size for 2017 winners. I didn’t use any new picture before i was selected.
1. Are they going to deny my the visa at my interview because of my picture?.
2. What can i do about it.
October 25, 2016 at 14:48
1. Possibly, but not usually.
2. Nothing.
October 25, 2016 at 16:48
Hello Simon, am back again. A curious question. Is one allowed to take medication like powdered antibiotics for children and tablets for adults when travelling to the US? I have not found any conclusive answer elsewhere.
Thanks in advance.
October 25, 2016 at 16:52
In small quantities, yes. Best to pack that in checked luggage – unless it is something you need on the flight.
October 25, 2016 at 20:34
Hi mr brit
Am reading here people talking about money 20000$ is for what dont understand does it need money to get the visa beside the 330$And why the medication.
I submitted my ds260 on the 30 june when can i receive my 2nls
Thank you
October 25, 2016 at 21:25
You read the $20,000 from ONE person who was referring to the public charge requirement. It is not a fee.
https://britsimonsays.com/all-about-public-charge-affidavit-of-support-i-134/
The timing of the interview depends on your submission date AND your case number. Your DS260 might be processed by the next batch of scheduled interviews, but I don’t know if your case number is current. Read more here:
https://britsimonsays.com/DV2017-basic-questions/
October 26, 2016 at 04:21
Good morning sir my case number is 20171AF00008xxx