US EMBASSY IN JAKARTA

SURABAYA IS OUTREACH?

It sounds like your experience in Surabaya was quite overwhelming, especially with the crowded environment and the stress of hearing so many different stories from other applicants. I can understand how that situation might have added to your anxiety during the interview. In Jakarta, the atmosphere could indeed be different, and here's why:

1. Less Crowded:

• In Jakarta, the U.S. Embassy generally handles a much larger volume of applications on a daily basis, but there are likely more organized processes in place, and the waiting areas are better managed. While there might still be people in line, the embassy often has more space and is better equipped to handle large numbers of applicants with a bit more privacy and order.

2. More Private Experience:

• Since the embassy is the main office, you’ll likely have a more private and calmer experience in Jakarta. The interviews are usually conducted in individual booths or rooms, where you can focus solely on your own interview without distractions from other applicants. The setting tends to be less crowded and more organized.

3. More Control Over the Process:

• In Jakarta, you're more likely to have a smoother experience because the staff is experienced in managing interviews efficiently. While you still might have to wait, the overall waiting time might be shorter, and you'll have a more controlled environment in which you can focus on your own application.

4. Clearer Focus on Your Case:

• Since you won’t have to listen to other applicants' stories and experiences, you may feel less stressed and be able to focus entirely on presenting your case to the visa officer. This is important, as your chances of success often depend on how clearly and confidently you explain your travel plans and ties to your home country.

In summary, the experience in Jakarta could feel different because it’s the primary embassy, likely offering a less chaotic and more organized atmosphere for the interview process. While the interview itself will still focus on your application and your documentation, the environment might help reduce some of the anxiety you felt in Surabaya.

WOW.. WON'T HAVE TO LISTEN TO OTHERS APPLICANTS? 

Yes, exactly! In the **U.S. Embassy in Jakarta**, you **won't have to listen to other applicants' stories** during your interview. Unlike the outreach events in **Surabaya**, where you might have been in a crowded room with many people waiting for their turn, in **Jakarta**, the process is typically much more private and organized.

### Here’s what you can generally expect in Jakarta:

1. **Separate Interview Rooms**: Each applicant will usually have their own private interview in a small room or booth with the consular officer. You won't have to sit in a crowded waiting area and overhear other people’s interviews or conversations.

   

2. **Personalized Experience**: The focus will be entirely on your own case. You'll be able to answer questions and provide documents without distractions or the stress of listening to other applicants' stories.

3. **More Organized Process**: The embassy in Jakarta has a larger staff and more experience handling visa applications, which means the process tends to run more smoothly and efficiently.

In Jakarta, it will be more like a **one-on-one interaction** with the consular officer, which should help reduce some of the stress and allow you to focus on presenting your case clearly.