F2A has DQ but Visa Bulletin is pushed back, will the application be canceled?

Many F2A applications were DQ at NVC but then the Visa Bulletin was pushed back, causing the priority date to no longer be current. This makes many families worry about whether their documents will be destroyed or if they will have to start over.

What is a delayed Visa Bulletin?

Visa Bulletin retrogression occurs when the number of pending visa applications exceeds the number of visas allocated during the financial year. At that time, the Final Action Dates will be delayed compared to the previous month.

Will DQ records be canceled?

The answer is no.

If the application has been DQ, the DQ status will still be maintained. NVC will continue to save the application and wait for the current priority date to return to schedule the interview.

Do I need to resubmit the DS-260 or I-864?

Usually there is no need to resubmit immediately. However, if the waiting period is prolonged and there is a change in:

Contact address

Marital status

Guarantor

Guarantor's income

Documents may need to be updated when requested by NVC or the Consulate.

What should I do while the Visa Bulletin is delayed?

Subscribe to Visa Bulletin monthly

Keep your passport valid

Check your criminal record if you have been working for too long

Save DQ email and Case Number

Update contact information if it changes

When will the application resume?

When F2A's Final Action Dates approach or exceed the application's priority date, NVC will continue to put the application on the waiting list for interview scheduling.

Common misunderstandings

“Visa Bulletin reversed means the application is canceled” → False

“Must redo the entire application” → Wrong

“Losing DQ status” → Incorrect

“No need to monitor anymore” → Wrong

What does CaseTracker Auto support?

Track Visa Bulletin F2A automatically

Save DQ date and priority date

Get notified when Visa Bulletin changes

Manage USCIS and NVC status in the same app

Conclusion

If the F2A application is DQ but the Visa Bulletin is pushed back, the application is not canceled and the DQ status remains. It is important to continue to monitor Final Action Dates, keep documents current, and wait for priority dates to become current again so NVC can continue to schedule interviews.