2NLs are starting to be sent for December interviews (DV2019). I have only seen a couple of people saying they have received their 2NL, so it is likely that they are spreading out the 2NLs over time – possibly the whole remaining part of this month.
Some people previously got 2NL emails but then had to wait days or even a couple of weeks before the interview letter showed on the ESC page. Other people waited until the beginning of the following month to get their 2NLs and ESC page update. So – be patient, stay calm. Some physicians won’t schedule the medicals unless you have the 2NL in hand, BUT there is plenty of time before these interviews, no need to stress out!
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.
January 29, 2019 at 12:38
Hi Britt, I really appreciate you work to give us information. I’ve question concerning DV 2019s
1. my case number is 2019AF00021XXX, then when 2NLs return? shall I send documents? what does it include? Thank you in advance.
January 29, 2019 at 19:53
First read this.
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2019-basic-questions/
December 1, 2018 at 03:17
My case number AS106## .still not 2 NL.
November 28, 2018 at 12:26
Hi BritSimon,
I have submitted my DS260 and from observations made in the bulletin,, case AF13XXX will mostlikely be up in February. 2019 my derivative passport will not be valid for 6 mths before entering the USA to activate GC provided I success in the interview.
1. Can the old Passport number be amended to reflect the new number during the interview?
2. If so, Show I inform the embassy in advance by email before interview date?
3. Can GC of kid be placed in parent Passport?
4. Can visa be placed in passport that might expire in 4 mths before intended entering date in USA?
Thanks
MB
November 28, 2018 at 15:24
1. Yes
2. You can do that if you want.
3. No
4. Yes, but then you would need to travel with old and new passports.
November 27, 2018 at 02:22
Hi Mr Brit pls i made a mistake in submitting my ds260 that
Is the emial that i used when i was filling my ds260 was my old email address which is not valid for now and now kcc is sending messages through emails now . Pls now that the email is not valid should i contact the kcc to give them my current email address so that they can send message through there because i submitted my ds206 on 1/8/2018 but haven’t received my 2nl yet and I’m from Ghana
November 27, 2018 at 17:43
You don’t need the email. You can check your ESC page (where you saw the letter saying you were selected), and that will show your interview details once you are scheduled. You can write to KCC as well if you want.
One thing I would say. Ghana deals with many cases where people have lied. They ROUTINELY reject cases that give them concern. More people get refused in Ghana than the number of approvals. You had previously asked me about whether your work experience would meet the requirement (which I don’t think it would). So, there is risk of denial, which will be costly, so be sure that you meet the requirements and have followed all instructions VERY carefully and honestly.
November 15, 2018 at 08:59
My Name 2019AF20XXX MY Case IS NOT NOW FOR INTERVIEW. CAN I SUBMIT MY DOCUMENTS BY E-MAIL
November 15, 2018 at 14:37
If you want, yes.
November 6, 2018 at 18:53
Hello Brit,
I have a question about the affidavit I-134
Does a complete financial support for three months is sufficient for not being a public charge ? I mean if my sponsor says he will financially support me for 3 months.
November 6, 2018 at 18:58
An other question if you don’t mind, it is mentionned that the form I-134 will expire on the 11/30/2018 while my interview in on december, what should I do? when do they updates the forms ?
November 6, 2018 at 20:35
Use that version of the form.
November 28, 2018 at 09:04
whats the version
November 6, 2018 at 20:34
No – it should be an indefinite period.
November 6, 2018 at 23:08
Thank you very much.
November 6, 2018 at 09:09
hello brit,
please clarify this for my friend. she has got a baby out of wedlock and she does not know the whereabouts of the boyfriend. during her original entry, she included her baby .is it possible she can travel with the baby or she can be denied a visa because the boyfriend is no where to be seen ?
November 6, 2018 at 14:38
She and the child can be approved.
November 3, 2018 at 11:26
Hi Britt,
Pls throw light on the following:
I am a DV 2019 winner(AS region 2019xxx23xx). I am overseas now (I am not in my own country). I got the email from Ketuky today asking to send the photographs of the following:
– PP bio page of both of us.
-police certificate
– birth certificate
They said in the email, they checked our DS FORMS and application and requesting it for interview purposes.
Is it a new rule now?
What does it mean? is it a good sign?
thank you.
November 3, 2018 at 13:13
https://britsimonsays.com/kcc-using-new-document-procedure-in-some-cases/
November 3, 2018 at 19:13
thanks. Can I further submit them the marriage certificate although not mentioned/required by the mail.
November 3, 2018 at 19:14
Sure.
November 2, 2018 at 06:54
Hi Mr Brit pls my case number 2019AF13***** but haven’t received my NL2 pls what should i do I’m very worried
November 2, 2018 at 14:07
Show some patience. Read this –
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2019-basic-questions/
November 1, 2018 at 14:10
HI BIRT
MY Case Number:
2019AF000134xx
WHEN DO YOU THINK WE WILL HAVE NL2
November 1, 2018 at 19:37
I DON’T KNOW.
November 1, 2018 at 01:24
hi brit i live right now in ukraine my interview is scheduled in kyiv so my questions are :
1- my high school degree the original is in arabic and french , a friend of mind in morocco told me that they check if it s the original at the embassy but since i m in ukraine will they put me on AP you think to check ?
2-is it better to change the interview location to morocco ?
November 1, 2018 at 01:35
1. Possibly.
2. Possibly.
It’s not certain – it’s your choice.
November 1, 2018 at 02:05
last question brit do you present a document that proves that you are staying legally in the country of residency
November 1, 2018 at 19:28
They may ask for that.
October 30, 2018 at 01:26
Hi Brit,
I received the 2NLs and my interview is scheduled for 17/12, actually, I’ve some doubt the address that I provided in the DS-260 to receive the green card (it is the address where I intend to establish and it is in Boston), however, the address of my sponsor is in Texas? should this be an issue? or the sponsor’s address and the address for receiving the green card can be different?
Thanks
October 30, 2018 at 03:09
No problem for the addresses to be different.
October 30, 2018 at 19:04
so, what’s the expectation from the sponsor? my sponsor has some difficulty to answer the Question 38 form I-34 ( i INTEND OR do not intend to make specific contributions to the support of the person named in part 2) , my understanding that the sponsor will be involved only in case I will have some financial issues after I arrive to USA, by the way, he is not going to provide accommodation since I am going to Boston and he is living in Texas,I think that he can also help with some guidance how to get job, where to study English, ….
Can you please provide some orientation, thanks very much
October 30, 2018 at 22:49
The sponsor should mark they INTEND to provide support, something like “financial support as needed for as long as needed”.
October 28, 2018 at 16:20
Hi
I am from AS Region my case no AS8XXX, I want to know, do i have any chance to get the2NL?
October 28, 2018 at 19:32
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2019-basic-questions/
October 28, 2018 at 10:58
Dear Simon,
I received my green card late September after an interview in Paris in April & an activation trip to NY in August.
I plan on moving definitively to the US in July 2019, after sorting everything out with mu current job and family stuff. I always read that one has 1 year after the activation trip to settle in the US, can you please confirm I won’t have any issue crossing the border next July?
Thank you so much for your help,
Camille
October 28, 2018 at 15:12
I don’t offer guarantees, but generally you should be OK.
October 27, 2018 at 22:47
Dear Brit how are you? wish you all bests with your family. Here is my question
Our sponsor was living in california and that was what we wrote in ds 260 form. And now he told me he changed to north carolina. Since now we didnt ask him I 134 waiting untill we get current so at the time he send us he will mention this new address. Does this will make sense or it will creat problem.
October 28, 2018 at 05:08
No problem. Update at the interview.
October 28, 2018 at 06:32
Thanks Brit. I will.
October 26, 2018 at 18:49
Hie Brit trust you are well!Got a question regarding the change of address for permanent residents as required under INA: ACT 265.Due to the hype associated with settling up, I was not aware i had to change it until a year lately as opposed to the 10 days required to give notice to the USCIS each time one changes their address.I know ignorance of the law is no defense but what will be the implications for having changed my address later?I do not want to mess up my legal status one way or the other by finding myself on the wrong side of the law willfully.
Thank you once again!
October 26, 2018 at 19:17
I don’t know about implications, if any. Just change it.
October 27, 2018 at 00:12
Thank you Brit!
October 26, 2018 at 13:55
Ok i’m sorry for that . if so , could this be a reason for visa refusal? I know someone who is in this situation thank’s for you help
October 26, 2018 at 15:49
Maybe. Lying is a bad idea.
October 26, 2018 at 08:30
For example if at the dv-2019 you had played as a married person but you had not been selected then you played at the dv2020 as a single person and you are selected . during your interview will they know that you had first played married?
October 26, 2018 at 13:44
Stop asking this question. I have told you already. Yes.
October 26, 2018 at 08:26
Dear Brit
Thanks for your continuous guidance. I received 2NL in AF Region. Is there any form that my sponsor need to fill ? example AFFIDAVIT. If yes, kindly assist me with the link for that form.
Thanks
October 26, 2018 at 13:39
Read the FAQ.
October 26, 2018 at 07:53
Oww finally I got it I’m also receive 2nl tnx god!!!! CN 96**
October 26, 2018 at 06:24
birt sir below the 5300 for nepal will it be safe for 2019 sir
thank you for an advance!!!
October 26, 2018 at 13:35
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2019-basic-questions/
October 26, 2018 at 04:58
yesterday I am received 2l december interview I am africa region
October 27, 2018 at 16:44
what is your number .. 7xxx or 8xxx ??
October 25, 2018 at 08:26
Hi every one I’m from Ethiopia CN 96** and I’m waiting for 2nl but there is nothing on my ESC page how much can I wait …I think up to the last day of the month #tnx_Brit for ur help
October 24, 2018 at 18:09
Hi Simon,
My friend is here in the US and he has J1 visa with condition that he must come back to his country for two years after finishing his work. My question is can he apply for DV2020 and if he selected what about the condition of the two years return to his country? Thank you so much.
October 24, 2018 at 19:02
He should apply, and *IF* he wins he can look into the home residence requirement.
October 24, 2018 at 23:42
if he is not selected, is that will affect his JI Visa extension in the future?
October 24, 2018 at 23:55
No.
October 25, 2018 at 00:25
Thank you so much
October 24, 2018 at 07:49
Do I have chancr Asia region. Afg 12xxx
When will be my interview
Answer short here plz
October 24, 2018 at 14:39
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2019-basic-questions/
October 24, 2018 at 05:37
Dear Sir. BritSimon,My Greetings.
A quick query, My Interview on coming November 2nd week, just wish to ask, i m a businessman and have high school passing certificate till 11th standard only, but on the report card mentioned promoted to 12th standard but haven’t studied thereafter, if in what way i’ll be eligible to get pass in interview ? if i carry with my school certificate and a business registration papers on my name, will all be considered positively ? Thanks .
October 24, 2018 at 14:32
A guy shining shoes is a businessman – so that “title” doesn’t mean anything. If you run a substantial business with numerous employees, that might be seen as qualifying.
October 23, 2018 at 22:59
Hi Brit, I got my DV2018 visa with my family on early September and we still did not enter US for activation, which we will do first days of December. Before that, during November, I need to fly to other country for a business trip. Do you see any problem with it? I am sorry if answer is obvious.
Thanks!
Martin
October 23, 2018 at 23:13
No problem.
October 23, 2018 at 13:04
HI BRITT,
My case number is 2019AS23XX.
1. When do I get the second letter?
2. What does the second letter mean and how I should prepare myself?
3. If I get Visa, by when I might have to leave for the USA?
Thanks in advance.
October 23, 2018 at 14:22
https://britsimonsays.com/dv2019-basic-questions/
October 25, 2018 at 14:20
Dear Britt,
please do not send me the link.
I love your words. Please tell me simply. I love your way of saying.
thanks.
October 25, 2018 at 15:28
I love people that don’t waste my time.
October 28, 2018 at 19:15
HI Britt,
1. Do we get the 2NL email?
October 22, 2018 at 17:57
Please those that received their 2nl should update us. Please inform us on your cases and the regions. Thanks Dr. Britsimon for this forum
October 22, 2018 at 18:33
Yes please do it.
October 26, 2018 at 07:47
I just got mine yesterday. I’m from SA region.
October 22, 2018 at 16:45
Hallo Brit,
Trusts this finds you well. I have two questions,
1. Can those people who have received 2nls for the month of December post their case numbers hiding the last digits as its normally so that we can know the rate at which they are releasing the letters.
2. Those people who want to use employers as sponsor, can a person seek US Army employment as a soldier so that they can stand in as a sponser.
October 22, 2018 at 17:03
1. I don’t think that would yield enough answers to know anything.
2. No
October 22, 2018 at 15:29
Hello Sir
1. My no. 2019AF13XXX seems to approach too soon for me…(e.g. I need police report from 3 countries-one very difficult to get) Is it possible to unlock it now? if so to get an interview around April when should I re-submit it?
2. My secondary school diploma has one letter error “i” instead of “y” can I use only my B.Sc./M.Sc. Diploma as my educational qualification?
3. Previously I was rejected for Non Immigration Visa (B1/B2) twice due to Section 214(b) [intent to immigrate] will such rejection have detrimental effect for current application?
3.1 I copied the same details from my previous B1/B2 application to complete the DS260. But now I realized the following errors: i. Birth date of my parents ii. I put the name of organization I applied to do volunteer work (translation) they said they will call but the time I could volunteer passed and they didn’t called me. I am believe I should remove it now. iii.I just realized I had a Chinese name (two of them)
My question:
As I correct these errors in DS260 when compared to my previous applications (B1/B2) will these changes cause disqualification or there is a room for explanation?
October 22, 2018 at 07:33
anyone from 254…….AF 3xxxx
October 22, 2018 at 16:54
https://forums.immigration.com/threads/dv-2019-kenyan-selectees.337700/
For 254 2019 selectees
October 22, 2018 at 07:08
Hi.
Is there any chance that case number is current and the 2ND letter doesnt come?
October 22, 2018 at 16:20
Yes, in some unusual cases – in which case it is normally the following month. Patience.
October 22, 2018 at 04:15
Hi Brit, I am a 2019 dv selectee and I have been trying to sign-in to CEAC site so as to fill in ds260 and it gives me an error message that my details do not match . Well I have been trying since June and it once opened I filled half way then they logged me out after time out and since then it has never opened again..i have also tried filling my case number with and without the zeros but nothing yet …what do you recommend because time is running out?
October 22, 2018 at 14:27
Contact KCC.
November 2, 2018 at 08:10
I had the same problem. I wrote to KCC and they referred me to their embassy in my home country. They gave me an appointment whereupon they opened the ds form and later on I was able to submit my ds form.
October 21, 2018 at 18:59
Hi Brit,
Is it not possible to open form DS260 without the date of birth as it was on the original entry?
October 21, 2018 at 23:47
Correct
October 20, 2018 at 18:54
Hi Brit,
Thanks for the good work.
I have a son from a past girlfriend but I can’t get him to have a photo shoot with the white background but my sons mum sent me a pic on whatsapp which doesn’t have a white background. Though I don’t intend to travel with him if I win as his mum can’t allow, can I use the photo sent or it will lead to my disqualification later in case I win.
Thanks!
October 20, 2018 at 19:21
Use a correct photo. It would be idiotic to get selected and then have a risk caused by not using the correct photo.
October 21, 2018 at 15:30
Thanks Bro.
This is a tough call. I can’t get a different photo sent by his mum and we live in different countries.
Question: So is it better not to apply rather than applying using my sons photo which isn’t to the specifications?
Wish everyone the best and hope to one day meet you Brit to appreciate your good work, when I will eventually win, hopefully one day it will happen.
Cheers
October 21, 2018 at 15:33
It’s your choice.
October 21, 2018 at 15:54
Thanks bro
October 20, 2018 at 08:30
Hi sir can someone have j2 visa and she is currently in the usa apply for dv1 diversity visa and then if she is selected she can apply for adjustment of the status with uscis thank you
October 20, 2018 at 12:24
Yes
October 19, 2018 at 23:21
Hello Brit .. IS the W-2 form different from the 1040 tax form .. and is it required to the interview or not ??
thanks
October 20, 2018 at 03:21
Yes they are different. Read the FAQ.
October 19, 2018 at 04:32
Hi Brit
I just wish to know the highest case number for Africa for DV2019
October 20, 2018 at 05:30
I asked the same. He doesn’t seem to know. But I have seen 44XXX. There could even be higher.
October 18, 2018 at 21:25
Hi Brit..
i am kind of confused…
my wife and i got married and we are doubting if my wife should go with her natal full name in her passport based on her birth certificate information or should she use my surname in her passport because we got married? in another words the changes are mandatory or optional?
October 18, 2018 at 21:57
If her legal name changed (by marriage or some other way) she should list her current legal name in the DS260 and provide previous names in the other names used section.
October 18, 2018 at 18:22
Hi Brit,
I just received my notification email for a DS-260 interview in December, my question is,
when do I receive my medical notification letter?
Do they send it by paper mail or email?
October 18, 2018 at 19:28
Now you have your 2NL YOU book your medical. The instructions make that clear – please read them.
October 29, 2018 at 22:30
The email does not explain exact steps to take for the medical.
And also no letter to confirm the medical procedure
October 29, 2018 at 22:40
I said the instructions. I didn’t say email or that you would receive a letter.
You were given a link to important instructions in your original selected letter.
November 8, 2018 at 14:48
Hi there Brit, I have one ongoing issue.
I completed my MSc in Telecom Engineering at one of the Universities in London, but the problem is that I owe a few hundreds of pounds to my Uni so they are still holding on to my MSc certificate. I have an interview in December, can I still go with just my first degree instead of MSc?
November 8, 2018 at 18:22
I suggest you pay your debt.
October 18, 2018 at 20:19
Hi, from which region are you
October 18, 2018 at 13:56
Hi Brit
My case Number was current for the month of October 2018…
i did not submit my DS 260 in time because i was still working on my wife’s papers.
But now i am ready, and i am planning to submit my DS 260 the next week.
based on your valuable experience, how soon may i be scheduled for the interview since i was already current in the month of October 2018?
in another words can you foresee for which month i may be scheduled for the interview because i am sending my DS 260 the next week?
Regards
October 18, 2018 at 14:17
I don’t know.
October 18, 2018 at 11:41
Hi Brit,
I’m a little bit concerned now, I’m from Argentina and living in Canada , my case is current for November, but was expecting to get the 2 NL to interview in December since I submitted the DS-260 in September, unfortunately haven’t heard anything back.
Do you believe is a good idea to contact the KCC or just keep waiting?
Thanks for the help.
October 18, 2018 at 14:15
Wait.
October 25, 2018 at 22:25
Hi Brit, just wanted to let you know I’ve just received my 2NL for my interview 1st week of December, as you said “Wait”. It took a little bit over a month since I submitted the DS-260 until it got approved.
Thanks.
October 25, 2018 at 22:51
Thanks.
October 18, 2018 at 11:29
Hi is somebody from Ghana has finished his interview and what in about the questions they ask please.
October 18, 2018 at 09:31
Last year I play with my family and we was selected but not call for interview, now my wife is not keen to play the DV anymore, can I still play it with out her picture and that of two of my kids pictures as well..
October 18, 2018 at 14:12
No – your entry must include derivatives, but if selected, they don’t have to emigrate.
October 18, 2018 at 08:48
I actually got my 2NL on the 15th. Was pretty surprised.
October 18, 2018 at 15:46
Can you tell what is your case number(hide the 3 last digits), also, when did you submit your D260
Actually, my case number is 2019AF00007*** and I did submit my DS260 on 31/05/2018 but I didn’t receive yet the 2NL
October 18, 2018 at 15:56
Patience.
October 18, 2018 at 21:57
Where are you from Nadim if it is not too much to ask ?
October 18, 2018 at 23:37
Algeria
October 22, 2018 at 14:24
Me too, did you get your 2NL? I am still waiting for mine, my case number is 2019AF94XX
October 18, 2018 at 01:32
Hello,
I won dv 2019 and currenly live in new york with my working visa since 2015.
My dv number shows my Interview will be on December.
Do I need to submit ds260?
My attorney said I don’t need it because I am in America but I keep seaching anout this and some people said every dv lottory winner needs to submit ds260.
Would you give me an advise please.
Thanks
October 18, 2018 at 03:34
I recommend people submit a DS260 because it will mean KCC will open a file for you, and that saves time later when the FO requests it.
October 18, 2018 at 04:24
Thanks for replying.
I have another question.
Would you advice when is the best time to submit I485?
My interview month is December.
Should I wait for December or
I can send the I485 now along with other materials?
Thanks advance
October 18, 2018 at 04:27
Do you mean you are current for December? In that case you can file now.
October 18, 2018 at 00:52
Hi Brit..
i am in a messy situation..
here is what happened..
During the entry submission period, i have entered my information as a single.
And then later on in May 2018 i happened to win.
In my first submission of my DS 260 , i have misunderstood the question in reference with my marital status which i answered by “single” (but the right answer was supposed to be “married ” because i got married in March 2018). French is my first language and even during the entry submission period it was a friend of mine who entered the DV lottery information on my behalf because my English is not good.
And my friend was not available for assistance to help with the DS 260 online application form, and sometimes i had to use google translate application for translation to be able to fill in the online DS 260 application form.
During my first DS 260 online application form submission, i tought the question was referring to my initial marital status that i entered during the entry submission period which was “single” . And some days later while having a casual talk with my friend, i came to know the question indeed was referring to my current marital status while filling out the DS 260 online Application form at that SPECIFIC TIME (which i was already married because i got married in March 2018).
Knowing my mistake, i have immediately written to KCC to unlock my DS to make correction about my marital status which indeed was supposed to be “married”. i was very happy to know that the question was referring to my current marital status which allows me to immigrate in the US with my wife.
But my concern lies on the fact that during my first submission i have mentioned that i was single and later on i have unlocked my DS and stated in fact i was married since March 2018.
1) how this changes regarding my marital status affect my interview ?
2) instead of writing “betty” as my surname i wrote “bety” by mistake during the entry submission period, how will this mistake affect my interview and is there any way how i can correct it. But on my DS 260 i wrote my correct surname instead of the wrong one. was it the right thing i did?
Thank you
October 18, 2018 at 03:33
1. No problem – you were single at the time of entry.
2. The name in the DS260 should be correct. That’s all.
October 17, 2018 at 18:09
Thank you Simon for the work you are doing.
I am a bit worried. I applied for the dv lottery 2018 and i was luck to be one of the winners expecting the 2nd letters soon. Please Simon i would be grateful if you help me to come out of this confusion:
1. My date of birth reflects different from the one i filled in during the application. I thought i should contact the consular center to find out if it can be rectified. However, my worry is if i write to them an email concerning the correction, will they become suspicious and deny me the diversity visa?
2. I am from Kenya and i scored D- (minus) in my KCSE grade. What is the minimum grade required for Kenyans for the diversity visa?
October 17, 2018 at 18:47
1. Well you are going to have to raise this at some point. Is it better to give them some advanced explanation or leave it as a surprise during the interview…
2. I have no idea.
October 17, 2018 at 19:01
Thank you Simon for your prompt response.
I am still afraid that i may pursue the case, incur a lot of money, and then get denied the visa during the interview.
what is your advice concerning the wrong date of birth and preparing for the interview?
October 17, 2018 at 20:46
You have to decide whether to take the risk or not. The amount of risk varies embassy to embassy and case to case. If the CO doesn’t trust you, this could be a reason to deny you. If they do trust you, they can decide this is not a reason for denial. I can’t predict how the CO will decide.
October 19, 2018 at 09:15
Nyamondi I think the grade does not matter, what is important is you have finished secondary school. What is your case number?
October 19, 2018 at 13:33
OF COURSE the grade matters!
October 24, 2018 at 02:43
I’m a dv winner 2017 currently in the United states,during my fiscal year 2017 the grade was D-. If they have not changed you are good to go.
October 17, 2018 at 17:57
My case number is AF94XX and still nothing ? ?
October 25, 2018 at 20:12
I just received the 2NL notification , AF71## but the letter is not yet available on the ESC
October 25, 2018 at 20:45
I got it too and my 2nl is available.
November 10, 2018 at 07:02
Jeff from which country?