Immigrant Visas FAQ
Visa Appointment
I received an Appointment Package for Immigrant Visa Applicants from the U.S. Embassy in Colombia. What do I do now?
If you have received an Appointment Package for Immigrant Visa Applicants, it means that the Immigrant Visa Unit of the U.S. Embassy in Colombia has scheduled an immigrant visa appointment for you.
Please follow the instructions in the Appointment Package for Immigrant Visa Applicants exactly. Failure to do so could result in a delay in your case and could even cause you to lose your chance to live and work in the United States.
The consular officer cannot decide whether or not to issue you an immigrant visa until you formally apply and are interviewed. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you NOT make non-refundable flight arrangements or other travel plans until and unless you actually receive your visa.
How long should I expect to be at the Consular Section on the day of my visa interview?
It is not possible for us to predict exactly how long you will be at the Consular Section. We interview applicants as efficiently as possible consistent with reasoned, legally supportable decisions; however, you should be patient as some applicants may be at our office until 5:00 p.m. We make every attempt to interview elderly applicants, applicants with infants, disabled applicants and other applicants with special needs early in the day. If you have a disability or a special need that is not apparent, please mention it to one of the consular employees who wear red, grey or black pinstripe suits and have U.S. Embassy identification badges. These employees circulate throughout the waiting area.
For your convenience we have water, restrooms and a cafeteria on site. The cafeteria serves a selection of food and beverage items.
Should I fast before my medical examination?
No. You should eat normally before your medical examination. In addition, if you are taking any medication, you should continue to take it normally. Please see our Appointment Packet (PDF 55 kb) for more information concerning medical issues.