FAQ — United Visa Group

Do you prepare visa petitions?
No — we're not a law firm. If you don't already have immigration counsel, we can introduce you to one through Immigration Attorney Services; once your petition is approved and your I-797 is in hand, we take over for visa processing.
Will you prepare me for the consular interview?
Interview preparation is a separate discipline, and not one we claim. We partner with an experienced interview coach — a former U.S. Consular Officer who conducted visa interviews for the State Department.
How long does the full process take?
Four to six weeks is typical, from the day you sign with us to the day your passport is delivered. Consulate availability is the variable; everything else, we control.
Which visa classifications do you work with?
O and P visas for individuals of extraordinary ability and recognized talent — together with the accompanying classifications for spouses, children, and essential support personnel.
Can I choose the consulate?
As of September 6, 2025, applicants must attend their visa interview at the U.S. Embassy or Consulate in their country of nationality or legal residence.
Do you help after I enter the United States?
We provide a concise arrival memo — what to carry at the port of entry, what to expect at the officer's window — and then we step out of the picture. Ongoing residency, tax and banking advice is outside our scope; we can recommend specialists.
Can you help my spouse or children at the same time?
Yes. Dependents on O-3, P-4 or equivalent derivative visas can be run in parallel with your case. They are handled by the same advisor.
Once my visa is approved, how long until my passport is back?
Typically 5 to 7 working days. Some consulates take 2 to 3 weeks — the timeline depends on the consulate's workload. We monitor the process daily and move the moment your passport is released.
What if I can't collect the passport myself?
Two options.
Premium Delivery — the route depends on the consulate. Some courier the passport to your home; others release it only to a designated pickup point at your nearest post office.
A nominated collector — we prepare the authorization letter and the consulate’s instructions, and send them to whoever you nominate to collect on your behalf.
We handle whichever route applies. The passport reaches your hand either way.
We're an immigration law firm — can we refer clients to you for visa processing?
Yes. Once your client's petition is approved, you hand the case to us — we take it from there through passport delivery.

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