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AILA Doc. No. 21121002 | Dated December 13, 2021 | File Size: 275 K
Download the DocumentDOS temporary final rule providing flexibility for consular officers to waive the personal appearance and in-person oath requirement of certain repeat immigrant visa applicants. This flexibility will be effective 12/13/21 through 12/13/23. (86 FR 70735, 12/13/21)
DEPARTMENT OF STATE
22 CFR Part 42
[Public Notice: 11460]
RIN 1400–AF20
Waiver of Personal Appearance and In-Person Oath Requirement for Certain Immigrant Visa Applicants Due to COVID–19
AGENCY: Department of State.
ACTION: Final rule and temporary final rule.
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