Consular Processing
Consular processing is a step in U.S. immigration where a foreign national applies for a visa at a U.S. embassy or consulate in their home country. After an immigration petition is approved, the applicant submits required forms and documents to the consulate. They then attend an interview and, if approved, receive a visa to enter the U.S. This process is commonly used for individuals applying for family or employment-based immigrant visas who are outside the United States, making it a key pathway for legal immigration.
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Consular processing is a procedure for individuals outside the United States who want to obtain a visa to enter the country. After their immigration petition is approved, applicants schedule an interview at a U.S. consulate or embassy in their home country. During the interview, officials assess eligibility and may ask for documents to confirm the applicant's identity and purpose of travel. If approved, the applicant receives their visa, allowing them to travel to the U.S. This process is often used for family-based or employment-based immigration.