Ah...the 20-day consideration is a rule in place for those that present an email or copy of the letter. If you have the original, it’s usually 30 days.

When you say original...you mean you went to the Consulate and picked it up, or did they actually mail

You a copy?

@Sven *******

That’s one way of looking at it, I suppose. 🤔

@Veronique *********

Of you have visa exempt stamp, bring the consul letter, 2 copies of TM-7 with picture, TM-6 departure card, passport page, and current entry stamp to airport tent area and they will help you out. If you have Non-o, go talk to the desk officer.

Promenada services are being moved to the OSS Visa service building at the airport location tomorrow.

@Michael *******

Stay tuned. It may get more or less complex as these days progress. I’ll do my utmost to decipher for everyone, though.

@Martin ********

Yes. If you can’t get it, try anyway, citing your reasons on a letter/statement or on the TM-7 form.

@Martin ********

No. not if you have a Non-O visa. Consul letter only applies to tourist visa family.

You need to have at least 21 days on your current tourist visa to apply for the retirement Non-O. You will need to cancel your visa (extension of stay), apply for 7-day emergency extension, get consul letter or supply affidavit as to why you can’t get one, apply

For a 30-day tourist visa extension, then drop Non-O Retirement application. Whew.

No. Consul letters only apply to tourist visas.