NVC Knowledge Evaluation

The key considerations for CSPA applications include understanding the background of CSPA, how age is determined under various categories, and the "sought to acquire" requirement.

Those are the key considerations for Child Status Protection Act (CSPA) applications in consular processing?

• TRUE

• FALSE

How can one effectively communicate with the National Visa Center (NVC) and consular posts to overcome challenges?

• Via Email

• Via Chat

• 1. Effective communication strategies involve tips for uploading documents, using the Visa Reciprocity Schedule, addressing NVC requests for unavailable or explained documents, expediting appointments, and using the NVC Public Inquiry Form or emailing [e-mail] for follow-up.

• N/A

Resources include the IV Scheduling Status Tool (AILA Doc. No. 25050107, Travel.State.Gov), Jennifer Chang's Spreadsheet, the International Refugee Assistance Project (IRAP) Resource, and Congressional Offices.

The previous resources mentioned are available to understand current immigrant visa interview wait times and set expectations?

• TRUE

• FALSE

Practitioners should prepare for challenges such as provisional unlawful presence waivers (I-601A and timing considerations, unadjudicated I-601As and prematurely scheduled interviews, revocations of I-601As), issues related to drug use, tattoos, and the United Kingdom's drug possession caution.

The previous statements are challenges that practitioners should prepare for when a client has a criminal record or anticipates administrative processing for a security check?

• TRUE

• FALSE

What is the primary document an officer will review for a nonimmigrant visa application?

• DE-160 App Form

• DS-150 Forms

• DS-180 Form

• The primary document an officer will review is the completed DS-160 application form.

To avoid common technical issues, you should avoid using Internet Explorer and Safari browsers, and remember to save your application often as the system times out after 20 minutes of inactivity.

The previous statement refers to some common technical issues to avoid when completing the DS-160 online?

• TRUE

• FALSE

Red flags include "yes" answers to security questions and previous immigration issues, family members in the U.S. (which may make nonimmigrant intent harder to establish), lengthy or frequent previous U.S. visits, periods of employment or study in the U.S. (ensuring appropriate visa was held), inaccuracies in petition information, and thoroughly completing the social media section.

The previous statement refers to some "red flags" to be aware of when filling out the DS-160 form?

• Yes, the statement is TRUE

• No, the statement is FALSE

When is it generally required to submit the DS-160 form before the interview?

•  The DS-160 form must be signed and submitted at least 4 working hours prior to the date of the interview. This requirement is anticipated to apply to all nonimmigrant visa categories worldwide.

•  The DS-160 form must be signed and submitted at least 8 working hours prior to the date of the interview. This requirement is anticipated to apply to all nonimmigrant visa categories worldwide.

•  The DS-160 form must be signed and submitted at least 48 working hours prior to the date of the interview. This requirement is anticipated to apply to all nonimmigrant visa categories worldwide.

•  The DS-160 form must be signed and submitted at least 2 working hours prior to the date of the interview. This requirement is anticipated to apply to all nonimmigrant visa categories worldwide.

To be eligible for an interview waiver, applicants must generally apply in their country of nationality or residence, have never been refused a visa (unless overcome or waived), and have no apparent or potential ineligibility.

The previous statements are the basic requirements for an applicant to be eligible for an interview waiver?

• TRUE

• FALSE

 If a nonimmigrant visa refusal is based on a factual determination, what is the recommended course of action according to the "Practice Pointer: LegalNet Scope of Review of Nonimmigrant Visa Refusals"?

• If a nonimmigrant visa refusal is based on a factual determination, LegalNet will decline to review it. The best course of action is to follow up directly with the post, request supervisory review, and if appropriate, file a new application.

• The best course of action is to follow up indirectly with the post, request supervisory review, and if appropriate, file a new application.