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What is the process and timeline for applying for a METV visa at the New York Embassy?

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New York Embassy

Applied October 14 for METV

October 15 they asked for additional travel docs as my exit flight was 89 days out, i submitted a signed letter acknowledging and taking responsibility for getting the extension and accepting any penalties if i fail to do so, as well as an email i sent prior asking if this was still acceptable with a confirmed yes

November 13 visa approved

Fly out on 17

I applied 5 weeks out (while they suggest 6)

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The user describes their experience applying for a Multiple Entry Tourist Visa (METV) at the New York Embassy. They applied on October 14, received a request for additional travel documents on October 15 due to an exit flight being 89 days out, and submitted a signed letter accepting responsibility for obtaining an extension. The visa was approved on November 13, and they plan to fly out on November 17. The user notes they applied 5 weeks in advance, while the suggested application timeframe is 6 weeks.

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