Jan 27, 2014, 3:19 pm
Last edit by: boboqui
Citizens travelling with passports from Australia, Canada and the United States visiting Brazil for tourism and business will be subject to visa requirements for entry into Brazilian territory starting from April 10th, 2025.
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...or-visa-e-visa
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old wiki follows
The Brazilian Government will resume the requirement of visiting visas for citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States.
The measure will come into effect on April 10th 2024.
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...-united-states
__________________________________________________ _____
old wiki follows…
Starting today (Monday June 17, 2019) tourists with USA (plus Canada and Japan IIRC) passports can enter Brazil for up to 90 days without a visa and can possibly extend their stay to 180 days according to CNN.
E-visas will be offered to Americans, Canadians and Japanese as of January, 2018. The e - visas are to be done within 72 hours.
http://www.brazilgovnews.gov.br/news...ns-in-november
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/us-...isas-to-brazil
Brazilian visa questions have been moved to this "sticky" thread, so others can find it and various answers more easily.
A useful tool to determine your visa needs is TIMATIC- Star Alliance helpfully provides access to TIMATIC via this link, with a page you can provide nationality, country of residence, trip origin, destination, etc. to get the same information used by your airline to permit / not allow you to fly. NON-US passport holders can download a PDF document via this page to determine their visa requirements (TIMATIC may be more up to date).
N.B. If you enter Brasil by land be sure to get your entry stamp; failure to do so may result in a fine and penalties. (Art. 125 XVI, c/c Arts. 22 e 24 da Lei n 6.815/80 modificada pela Lei n 6.964/81 punishable with a fine of 413.88 Reals each, ~$190 USD - see post)
Generally, for U S Passport holders (TDS' Brazil Visas page has links, requirements, downloadable forms here.)
The passport (original is required) must:
. . . ● Be valid for the next six months
. . . ● Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
. . . ● Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
You may be required to provide a copy of your identification / personal information page as well. You may want to scan this as well and send yourself a copy so you can retrieve it form e-mail if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Photograph: ONE color, passport photo is required; must
. . . ● Be printed on photo paper (paper-printed digital photos not accepted)
. . . ● Be two inches by two inches
. . . ● Have a white background
. . . ● Have been taken within the last six months
Proof of Residency in Consular Jurisdiction
A copy of current Driver's License, displaying your residential address, or other legal proof of residency such as a lease or utility bill, is required
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Proof of travel arrangements for the trip duration are requested, including:
. . . ● Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
. . . ● Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)
. . . ● Letters of invitation for nonpaid lodging can be useful
Each consulate may have slightly different requirements regarding proof of travel plans. Carefully read the site for the Brazilian Consulate under whose jurisdiction your residence falls.
Note: An itinerary is a printout of reserved RT flights, not a paid ticket.
Note that Brazilian authorities may require proof of financial sufficiency - $150 per day would be considered minimally reasonable, but credit cards often suffice for such proof.
Online Brazil Application (from CBIT)
The Consulate of Brazil has instituted a web-based visa application form. The application must be completed online and can be found at https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:
. . . ● Include answers for all fields
. . . ● Include your name as it appears in your passport (leave the middle name field of the application form blank if your middle name is not represented in your passport)
. . . ● Include your designated code number which will be issued at the end of the online application process
. . . ● Include your signature as it appears in your passport
. . . ● Be submitted to the consulate within 30 days of completion
. . . ● Be signed inside the LARGE BOX found directly below the place of birth field
. . . ● Be printed and included in your completed (Application Kit)
Some Brazilian Consulates are (as of date of this edit) allowing electronic upload of documents for review, with originals presented at time of interview.
Minor Applicants
Minors under the age of 18 must submit the following documents, all of which must be notarized:
. . . ● The attached Minor Authorization form
. . . ● A notarized letter of consent from both parents or legal guardian
. . . ● The child's birth certificate
. . . ● A copy of both parent's photo IDs
. . . ● If the child has legal guardians, the guardians must provide a notarized legal proof of guardianship.
Fees: United States passport holders: US$ 160.00, charged in reciprocity for an identical fee paid by Brazilian citizens who apply for a tourist visa to the U.S.; $65 Canadians, $35 Australians; no visa needed for U.K. Citizens.
[an additional $20 consular fee is due when the visa applicant is not present in person to submit the visa documents. Must be paid via a U S Postal Money Order (cash, credit cards and checks are not accepted). ]
Some Brazilian Consulates do not accept application packets by mail, only in person. If you or a relative cannot appear in person.... try a visa service if you can not personally make it to a consulate dispensing visas; the office you use must must be in the service area of the Consulate you are required to use (depends on where you live).
List of Brazilian consulates in USA.
Notes:
. . . ● The "must be used within 90 days (the first time) requirement was done away with in January 2010 (for holders of most countries' passports, including US, but not all countries)
. . . ● the fee for U S passport holders, which is in reciprocity with US visa fees to Brazilians, is U$160;
. . . ● generally a multiple entry visa for ten years from issue (but other times may always be specified by the consular officials);
. . . ● validity is for a maximum duration per stay of ninety days (can be extended within Brazil by the Federal Police up to 90 more days) and a maximum of 180 days per year.
Note for US Citizens obtaining a visa for Brazil at a consulate outside the United States, the process and rules aren't completely the same. So check on the local website for the consulate you plan to visit.
The previous thread is: Tourist Visa for Brazil: questions (archival - closed)
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...or-visa-e-visa
__________________________________________________ _____
old wiki follows
The Brazilian Government will resume the requirement of visiting visas for citizens of Australia, Canada and the United States.
The measure will come into effect on April 10th 2024.
https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consula...-united-states
__________________________________________________ _____
old wiki follows…
Starting today (Monday June 17, 2019) tourists with USA (plus Canada and Japan IIRC) passports can enter Brazil for up to 90 days without a visa and can possibly extend their stay to 180 days according to CNN.
Brazil Tourist Visa Questions and Answers
Since November 21, 2017, Brazil has offered the option of online e-visas for Australians to save the visits to Brazil embassies and consulates. Sounds good, any experiences to share?E-visas will be offered to Americans, Canadians and Japanese as of January, 2018. The e - visas are to be done within 72 hours.
http://www.brazilgovnews.gov.br/news...ns-in-november
https://www.cntraveler.com/story/us-...isas-to-brazil
Brazilian visa questions have been moved to this "sticky" thread, so others can find it and various answers more easily.
A useful tool to determine your visa needs is TIMATIC- Star Alliance helpfully provides access to TIMATIC via this link, with a page you can provide nationality, country of residence, trip origin, destination, etc. to get the same information used by your airline to permit / not allow you to fly. NON-US passport holders can download a PDF document via this page to determine their visa requirements (TIMATIC may be more up to date).
N.B. If you enter Brasil by land be sure to get your entry stamp; failure to do so may result in a fine and penalties. (Art. 125 XVI, c/c Arts. 22 e 24 da Lei n 6.815/80 modificada pela Lei n 6.964/81 punishable with a fine of 413.88 Reals each, ~$190 USD - see post)
Generally, for U S Passport holders (TDS' Brazil Visas page has links, requirements, downloadable forms here.)
The passport (original is required) must:
. . . ● Be valid for the next six months
. . . ● Have at least one blank visa page (amendments and endorsement pages cannot be used to fulfill this requirement)
. . . ● Not be frayed, torn, separating, or altered in any other way
You may be required to provide a copy of your identification / personal information page as well. You may want to scan this as well and send yourself a copy so you can retrieve it form e-mail if your passport is lost, stolen or damaged.
Photograph: ONE color, passport photo is required; must
. . . ● Be printed on photo paper (paper-printed digital photos not accepted)
. . . ● Be two inches by two inches
. . . ● Have a white background
. . . ● Have been taken within the last six months
Proof of Residency in Consular Jurisdiction
A copy of current Driver's License, displaying your residential address, or other legal proof of residency such as a lease or utility bill, is required
Proof of Travel Arrangements
Proof of travel arrangements for the trip duration are requested, including:
. . . ● Include a copy of an itinerary or e-ticket showing entry and exit dates
. . . ● Show the traveler's full name (as printed in his or her passport)
. . . ● Letters of invitation for nonpaid lodging can be useful
Each consulate may have slightly different requirements regarding proof of travel plans. Carefully read the site for the Brazilian Consulate under whose jurisdiction your residence falls.
Note: An itinerary is a printout of reserved RT flights, not a paid ticket.
Note that Brazilian authorities may require proof of financial sufficiency - $150 per day would be considered minimally reasonable, but credit cards often suffice for such proof.
Online Brazil Application (from CBIT)
The Consulate of Brazil has instituted a web-based visa application form. The application must be completed online and can be found at https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/. We cannot process your visa request if you do not complete the application form online. Your completed application must:
. . . ● Include answers for all fields
. . . ● Include your name as it appears in your passport (leave the middle name field of the application form blank if your middle name is not represented in your passport)
. . . ● Include your designated code number which will be issued at the end of the online application process
. . . ● Include your signature as it appears in your passport
. . . ● Be submitted to the consulate within 30 days of completion
. . . ● Be signed inside the LARGE BOX found directly below the place of birth field
. . . ● Be printed and included in your completed (Application Kit)
Some Brazilian Consulates are (as of date of this edit) allowing electronic upload of documents for review, with originals presented at time of interview.
Minor Applicants
Minors under the age of 18 must submit the following documents, all of which must be notarized:
. . . ● The attached Minor Authorization form
. . . ● A notarized letter of consent from both parents or legal guardian
. . . ● The child's birth certificate
. . . ● A copy of both parent's photo IDs
. . . ● If the child has legal guardians, the guardians must provide a notarized legal proof of guardianship.
Fees: United States passport holders: US$ 160.00, charged in reciprocity for an identical fee paid by Brazilian citizens who apply for a tourist visa to the U.S.; $65 Canadians, $35 Australians; no visa needed for U.K. Citizens.
[an additional $20 consular fee is due when the visa applicant is not present in person to submit the visa documents. Must be paid via a U S Postal Money Order (cash, credit cards and checks are not accepted). ]
Some Brazilian Consulates do not accept application packets by mail, only in person. If you or a relative cannot appear in person.... try a visa service if you can not personally make it to a consulate dispensing visas; the office you use must must be in the service area of the Consulate you are required to use (depends on where you live).
List of Brazilian consulates in USA.
Notes:
. . . ● The "must be used within 90 days (the first time) requirement was done away with in January 2010 (for holders of most countries' passports, including US, but not all countries)
. . . ● the fee for U S passport holders, which is in reciprocity with US visa fees to Brazilians, is U$160;
. . . ● generally a multiple entry visa for ten years from issue (but other times may always be specified by the consular officials);
. . . ● validity is for a maximum duration per stay of ninety days (can be extended within Brazil by the Federal Police up to 90 more days) and a maximum of 180 days per year.
Note for US Citizens obtaining a visa for Brazil at a consulate outside the United States, the process and rules aren't completely the same. So check on the local website for the consulate you plan to visit.
The previous thread is: Tourist Visa for Brazil: questions (archival - closed)
Brazil Tourist Visa Questions and Answers
Apr 23, 2013, 5:27 am
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May 6, 2013, 7:59 am
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While being a tourist in Brazil, I am planning to learn surfing and do a bunch of reading research papers / writing.
I will be traveling with my laptop but I might have this High Res (2560x1440) LCD Monitor shipped straight from Korea (Total Price + Ship = 300/350 USD)
- Sender/ Merchant can put lower price tag value and ship it - They do that for most shipments.
http://www.overclock.net/t/1225919/y...#post_16652356
It allows for lot of reading material to be visible at the same time.
- Would Brazil Customs apply High Import Duty? If so, how much?
- Is there anyway for me to get exemption from it as I am not a resident?
- Last case scenario - Could I get waiver/ exemption if I tell them I will be shipping it out again after my 3 or so months of relaxed vacation/ research time? What would it cost to ship to the US?
I will be traveling with my laptop but I might have this High Res (2560x1440) LCD Monitor shipped straight from Korea (Total Price + Ship = 300/350 USD)
- Sender/ Merchant can put lower price tag value and ship it - They do that for most shipments.
http://www.overclock.net/t/1225919/y...#post_16652356
It allows for lot of reading material to be visible at the same time.
- Would Brazil Customs apply High Import Duty? If so, how much?
- Is there anyway for me to get exemption from it as I am not a resident?
- Last case scenario - Could I get waiver/ exemption if I tell them I will be shipping it out again after my 3 or so months of relaxed vacation/ research time? What would it cost to ship to the US?
May 6, 2013, 11:28 am
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While being a tourist in Brazil, I am planning to learn surfing and do a bunch of reading research papers / writing.
I will be traveling with my laptop but I might have this High Res (2560x1440) LCD Monitor shipped straight from Korea (Total Price + Ship = 300/350 USD)
- Sender/ Merchant can put lower price tag value and ship it - They do that for most shipments.
http://www.overclock.net/t/1225919/y...#post_16652356
It allows for lot of reading material to be visible at the same time.
- Would Brazil Customs apply High Import Duty? If so, how much?
- Is there anyway for me to get exemption from it as I am not a resident?
- Last case scenario - Could I get waiver/ exemption if I tell them I will be shipping it out again after my 3 or so months of relaxed vacation/ research time? What would it cost to ship to the US?
I will be traveling with my laptop but I might have this High Res (2560x1440) LCD Monitor shipped straight from Korea (Total Price + Ship = 300/350 USD)
- Sender/ Merchant can put lower price tag value and ship it - They do that for most shipments.
http://www.overclock.net/t/1225919/y...#post_16652356
It allows for lot of reading material to be visible at the same time.
- Would Brazil Customs apply High Import Duty? If so, how much?
- Is there anyway for me to get exemption from it as I am not a resident?
- Last case scenario - Could I get waiver/ exemption if I tell them I will be shipping it out again after my 3 or so months of relaxed vacation/ research time? What would it cost to ship to the US?
But you will need a CPF . . . You can not pay any tax without a CPF (personal tax ID) or CNPJ (corporate tax ID).
Without a CPF it is very probable that your monitor will get lost in a bureaucratic nightmare.
Better to:
i) send the monitor to yourself while in the US, bring it with you and pay no import duty (may be subject to registration upon your arrival in Brazil)
or
ii) or send it to a Brazilian friend who has a CPF.
May 19, 2013, 3:24 pm
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We have never needed a Visa for travel before. Looking to book at trip to Rio next spring. We are both US citizens. I have found several online services charging $50-$60 for their part. Couple of questions.
Do we first....
Book hotel and air (award tix)
then apply for Visa?
What is turnaround time on Visa to be returned?
Is it a largely bureaucratic process? Wife and I have never been in trouble-no issues etc. Just curious regarding reasons for potential Visa denial.
One service I saw wanted a recent bank statement. Another did not. I prefer to not provide that if its not requirement. Do you know if it is?
Thank you!
Do we first....
Book hotel and air (award tix)
then apply for Visa?
What is turnaround time on Visa to be returned?
Is it a largely bureaucratic process? Wife and I have never been in trouble-no issues etc. Just curious regarding reasons for potential Visa denial.
One service I saw wanted a recent bank statement. Another did not. I prefer to not provide that if its not requirement. Do you know if it is?
Thank you!
May 19, 2013, 4:16 pm
#110
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It would help to know where you live. Each Brazilian Consulate in the US has jurisdiction over certain states, and each has requirements that may be slightly different, and each has a different turn around time. For example, not all require a financial statement. Also, perhaps you can save a great deal of money in fees if you can do the application on your own, by mail or in person. It is quite simple. Reason for denial would be that you did not follow the directions on the site for the Consulate that has jurisdiction over your residence. Read very carefully the directions on the website for your Consulate. You no longer have to use a newly issued visa within 90 days of issue, so get the visa first and then book your tickets and accomodation.
May 19, 2013, 4:41 pm
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Thank you. We live in Maryland. I thought I had to have ticket numbers to get the visa. Not just an itinerary.... I am very happy doing it myself.
May 22, 2013, 11:59 am
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http://cgwashington.itamaraty.gov.br...for_a_visa.xml
is the site for visa information from the Brazilian Consulate that has jurisdiction over the state of Maryland.
Read the instructions carefully and follow them to the letter.
You have to fill out this form online to get a processing number before you go to the Consulate (link is on the website):
https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/frscedv/...ang=eng#inicio
They do want employer info on the form, but don't panic if you are retired. Just note that.
They do want a contact in Brazil. This is usually your hotel. They never check. Just make sure your stay dates are the same as your trip dates.
Sometimes the staff at the Consulate thinks it is their duty to be as nasty to US passport holders as the staff at the US Consulates in Brazil are to Brazilians applying for visas to the US. Realize where the poor treatment may be coming from (hurt pride, more or less), stay calm and ignore it as best you can. If all your papers are in order, and according to the instructions, there should be no reason for problems.
Happy travels.
is the site for visa information from the Brazilian Consulate that has jurisdiction over the state of Maryland.
Read the instructions carefully and follow them to the letter.
You have to fill out this form online to get a processing number before you go to the Consulate (link is on the website):
https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/frscedv/...ang=eng#inicio
They do want employer info on the form, but don't panic if you are retired. Just note that.
They do want a contact in Brazil. This is usually your hotel. They never check. Just make sure your stay dates are the same as your trip dates.
Sometimes the staff at the Consulate thinks it is their duty to be as nasty to US passport holders as the staff at the US Consulates in Brazil are to Brazilians applying for visas to the US. Realize where the poor treatment may be coming from (hurt pride, more or less), stay calm and ignore it as best you can. If all your papers are in order, and according to the instructions, there should be no reason for problems.
Happy travels.
May 22, 2013, 12:22 pm
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Sometimes the staff at the Consulate thinks it is their duty to be as nasty to US passport holders as the staff at the US Consulates in Brazil are to Brazilians applying for visas to the US. Realize where the poor treatment may be coming from (hurt pride, more or less), stay calm and ignore it as best you can. If all your papers are in order, and according to the instructions, there should be no reason for problems.
May 22, 2013, 2:10 pm
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Last year, I used a service and they required travel info (ticket/hotel/itinerary). Not sure how necessary it was but it could be they just wanted to have all their potential ducks in a row before submitting my application.
I was a bit worried because I was flying into Iguazu and immediately taking a taxi to Argentina so that I would be in Brazil for about 15 mins (this meant no flight to show I was leaving the country). They did question this and I provided a reservation at the Sheraton Iguazu in Argentina and that satisfied everyone.
The other thing - with accomodations, it's pretty easy to make a cancellable hotel reservation if that's ever necessary to get the visa processed.
I ended up with a 10-year, multi-entry visa so it worked out OK.
I was a bit worried because I was flying into Iguazu and immediately taking a taxi to Argentina so that I would be in Brazil for about 15 mins (this meant no flight to show I was leaving the country). They did question this and I provided a reservation at the Sheraton Iguazu in Argentina and that satisfied everyone.
The other thing - with accomodations, it's pretty easy to make a cancellable hotel reservation if that's ever necessary to get the visa processed.
I ended up with a 10-year, multi-entry visa so it worked out OK.
May 22, 2013, 3:18 pm
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May 24, 2013, 7:42 am
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http://cgwashington.itamaraty.gov.br...for_a_visa.xml
is the site for visa information from the Brazilian Consulate that has jurisdiction over the state of Maryland.
Read the instructions carefully and follow them to the letter.
You have to fill out this form online to get a processing number before you go to the Consulate (link is on the website):
https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/frscedv/...ang=eng#inicio
They do want employer info on the form, but don't panic if you are retired. Just note that.
They do want a contact in Brazil. This is usually your hotel. They never check. Just make sure your stay dates are the same as your trip dates.
Sometimes the staff at the Consulate thinks it is their duty to be as nasty to US passport holders as the staff at the US Consulates in Brazil are to Brazilians applying for visas to the US. Realize where the poor treatment may be coming from (hurt pride, more or less), stay calm and ignore it as best you can. If all your papers are in order, and according to the instructions, there should be no reason for problems.
Happy travels.
is the site for visa information from the Brazilian Consulate that has jurisdiction over the state of Maryland.
Read the instructions carefully and follow them to the letter.
You have to fill out this form online to get a processing number before you go to the Consulate (link is on the website):
https://scedv.serpro.gov.br/frscedv/...ang=eng#inicio
They do want employer info on the form, but don't panic if you are retired. Just note that.
They do want a contact in Brazil. This is usually your hotel. They never check. Just make sure your stay dates are the same as your trip dates.
Sometimes the staff at the Consulate thinks it is their duty to be as nasty to US passport holders as the staff at the US Consulates in Brazil are to Brazilians applying for visas to the US. Realize where the poor treatment may be coming from (hurt pride, more or less), stay calm and ignore it as best you can. If all your papers are in order, and according to the instructions, there should be no reason for problems.
Happy travels.
May 24, 2013, 12:44 pm
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Once you meet "the Brazilian people" (not the ones that are 'representing' their government or some organization), just the common man or woman in the street, you will be very pleased with how open and accomodating and friendly and helpful they can be.
May 24, 2013, 9:05 pm
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FYI: I was referring to both countries being represented. USA reps can be just as obnoxious.
Jul 3, 2013, 5:28 pm
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I applied my tourist visa about 3 weeks ago with everything completed. I even include an invitation letter from my friend in Brazil with a copy of her photo ID on it, which is actually not a requirement for consulate in SF. The consulate in SF told me last week that they cannot reach my friend through the number I provided. At first I thought I might have a typo so I resubmitted it to them. They told me it is the same number and refuse to call again. I must provide a new number or contact otherwise the visa won't be processed. According to what they told my visa agency, all they do is call once and if no one picks up, the number is considered invalid.
It sounds really ridiculous to me. How do you expect someone to pick up their phone all the time, especially when there is no specific time given? I personally do not believe they do this to every case because then the success rate of getting a visa would be extremely low.
I did submit a new contact, but I am really afraid that the same situation will happen again. If it does, then I am likely not going be able to leave on my schedule date, which is July 16th, Has anyone run into this situation before or know anything about this? How do you solve it and what else can I do besides praying?
It sounds really ridiculous to me. How do you expect someone to pick up their phone all the time, especially when there is no specific time given? I personally do not believe they do this to every case because then the success rate of getting a visa would be extremely low.
I did submit a new contact, but I am really afraid that the same situation will happen again. If it does, then I am likely not going be able to leave on my schedule date, which is July 16th, Has anyone run into this situation before or know anything about this? How do you solve it and what else can I do besides praying?
Jul 3, 2013, 5:28 pm
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Join Date: Jul 2013
Posts: 3
Tourist Visa problem-contact person in Brazil
I applied my tourist visa about 3 weeks ago with everything completed. I even include an invitation letter from my friend in Brazil with a copy of her photo ID on it, which is actually not a requirement for consulate in SF. The consulate in SF told me last week that they cannot reach my friend through the number I provided. At first I thought I might have a typo so I resubmitted it to them. They told me it is the same number and refuse to call again. I must provide a new number or contact otherwise the visa won't be processed. According to what they told my visa agency, all they do is call once and if no one picks up, the number is considered invalid.
It sounds really ridiculous to me. How do you expect someone to pick up their phone all the time, especially when there is no specific time given? I personally do not believe they do this to every case because then the success rate of getting a visa would be extremely low.
I did submit a new contact, but I am really afraid that the same situation will happen again. If it does, then I am likely not going be able to leave on my schedule date, which is July 16th, Has anyone run into this situation before or know anything about this? How do you solve it and what else can I do besides praying?
It sounds really ridiculous to me. How do you expect someone to pick up their phone all the time, especially when there is no specific time given? I personally do not believe they do this to every case because then the success rate of getting a visa would be extremely low.
I did submit a new contact, but I am really afraid that the same situation will happen again. If it does, then I am likely not going be able to leave on my schedule date, which is July 16th, Has anyone run into this situation before or know anything about this? How do you solve it and what else can I do besides praying?