As a Diversity Visa (DV) winner, you may be required to attend an interview at the US Embassy in Nepal. This interview is a critical step in the visa application process, and it is important to be well-prepared for it.
The interview usually lasts between 2 and 5 minutes, and during this time, the consular officer will ask you a series of questions to determine your eligibility for the visa. It is important to ensure that all of your documents are correct and up-to-date, as this will help to make the interview process smoother.
During the interview, you will be asked about your personal information, such as your education, work experience, and travel history. You will also be asked about your family information, such as the names of your parents and siblings. Additionally, you may be asked about your sponsor information, including their relationship to you and their current address.
It is important to be prepared to answer questions about your plans for travel to the US, including where you plan to stay and what you plan to do while you are there. You should also be prepared to provide information about any family members who will be traveling with you.
While it is important to be well-prepared for the interview, it is also important to stay calm and composed. The consular officer is simply trying to gather information to determine your eligibility for the visa, and there is no need to fear the interview if you have provided accurate information and have all the necessary documents.
It is also important to note that you will be given the opportunity to choose whether to speak in Nepali or English during the interview. You should choose the language in which you feel most comfortable, as this will help you to express yourself more clearly and confidently.
Finally, it is important to dress appropriately for the interview. You do not need to dress up in formal attire, but you should avoid wearing overly casual or baggy clothing. Additionally, you should be mindful of your manners and avoid speaking too loudly or laughing unnecessarily while inside the embassy.
In summary, preparing for the DV interview at the US Embassy in Nepal is critical to the success of your visa application. By following the suggestions outlined above, you can increase your chances of a successful interview and ultimately receive your visa. Please follow the steps before appearing to the Interview:
Step 1: Prepare for Interview
and Collect the Documents
It
is important that you bring all required original documents to your interview. Please
collect the documents as per the checklist and print a copy of each document
properly, then take it with you to the embassy for the interview.
·
Passport: Unexpired
passport valid for six (6) months beyond your intended date of entry to the
United States and a photocopy of the biographic page (where
your name and photo are located).
·
PP Size
Photos: Two (2) color passport-size photographs of each person
applying for a visa (5 cm x 5 cm, or 2 inches x 2 inches). Please review our online photo requirements. If your photo does not meet these requirements,
your appointment may be rescheduled and therefore delayed.
·
Birth
Certificates: Your original birth certificate (with necessary
translation if required), and Original or certified
copies of birth certificates for all children of the principal applicant (even
if he or she is not accompanying).
·
Medical Report: Medical examination
results (report) in a sealed envelope (if the physician gives you these
results).
·
Marriage, Divorced or Separated Certificate: If you
are married: Your original marriage certificate and an English
translation if the document was issued in a local language other than Nepali.
If you were previously married: Your original divorce or spouse’s death certificate and an
English translation if the document was issued in a local language other than
Nepali
·
Police Report: If you are older than 16
years of age: The original police
certificate from: (1) your country of current residence, (2) your
country of nationality if residence exceeds six months, and (3) any countries
where you have resided for more than a year since the age of 16. If you
have ever been arrested, you must also submit a police certificate from the
country where the arrest took place. Police certificates expire after one year unless you have not returned to the country since the police certificate was
issued.
·
2NL (Second Letter): Appointment
information printed from the “Entrant Status Check” on the E-DV website, that is
2NL.
·
Educational Documents: documents showing that
you have either a qualifying high school education OR have two
(2) years of qualifying work experience in the last five (5) years immediately
prior to application (for the principal applicant only; more information is
available online).
·
Interview Fee: Payment in cash of the
$330 Diversity Visa Application Fee for each applicant. The charge will vary as per the currency exchange rate. Always refer the website of US Embassy of Nepal for the exact amount of the charge.
·
Sponsor Documents: Welcome Letter,
Tax-Return File, ID Card of Sponsor (Citizenship, Passport or green card). If possible, also collect the I-134 Form (Affidavit of Support) from your sponsor.
·
DS-260 Confirmation Page:
Don't forget to bring the ds-260 confirmation page of your and all of yours
accompanies.
·
Working Experiences Certificates: Collect the working experiences certificates if you are working
or worked somewhere else.
Covid-19 Vaccination Records: One more last thing that you should have is a Covid-19 vaccination card. It is essential to travel to any other countries, that you have been vaccinated with any WHO-recommended vaccines.
Step 2: Appear in
interview
Appear
in an interview with all you accompanying as per the prescribed date and time in
you 2NL. Good luck.
Here are some interview experiences share by Nepali DV winners with Gorkhey Analysis. You can visit the YouTube channel and watch the videos for more. For your kind information, here are some videos related to the Interview experiences:
Video 1: Medical and Interview Experience of a DV2022 Winner from Nepal
Video 2: Medical and Interview Experience of a Nepali DV Winner 2021
At Embassy: Please read the following information carefully. Given conditions in Nepal, to protect the safety of both applicants and Embassy staff as much as possible, strict adherence to the following guidance is required. If you do not follow these guidelines, you will not be allowed to enter the Embassy.
- For the safety of applicants and Embassy staff, we will be taking measures to limit interaction and the exchange of items whenever possible. You must follow these rules, as well as all guidance given by Embassy security, at all times.
- Please do not show up more than 10 minutes early to your appointment. It is essential that we do not have large groups in our waiting areas, so it is important that everyone arrive according to the appointed time.
- We are not able to store any bags or belongings. Cell phones and other electronics are not allowed into the Embassy. You must make arrangements so that you arrive at the Embassy with only your passport, money to pay the fee (if applicable), and any required documents listed above. If you have electronics, bags, and wallets with you, you will not be allowed into the Embassy. The Embassy will not store any personal items on your behalf. Absolutely no exceptions will be made. If you come with any additional items, your appointment will be canceled.
- Applicants must wear masks at all times. No masks will be provided by the Embassy. If you do not have a mask, you will not be allowed into the Embassy. Absolutely no exceptions will be made.
- You will be expected to maintain social distancing (2 meters) while at the Embassy.
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