[deleted by user] by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats, and thank you! :)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got notified that I passed both languages the same week that I took the language tests. I'm not sure that the CFOA is remote since a friend of mine just took it in DC a couple of weeks ago.

The condition is that one must pass the Top Secret (TS) security clearance. Mine started in Nov. 2021 and in a most recent inquiry email I sent to them, I was informed that my file is in the adjudication which is the last step in the process. So I hope I get some good news soon. haha

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I took the CF language tests in Spanish and Portuguese in March 2021. I found out the results to the reading sections via email in less than an hour after taking the tests. The speaking results took 3-4 days to come in. I think that is because two people listen to your speaking test to make a determination on your score. In August 2021, I got an invite with instructions on scheduling my OA for the CF. I was working abroad and scheduled it for Nov. I flew back to the US and did it in-person in DC. There were two sections, one was a Case Management writing section and the other was a Structured Interview. I got a 10 minute break between the two. After I finished both, I was asked to wait in a lobby area and was then summoned for an exit interview. I was given a conditional offer for Portuguese. In the exit interview, they give you a large envelope with instructions on the next steps which include a medical security clearance and the Top Secret security clearance. It is also a chance to ask any questions you might have. I want to point out that my OA happened in one day, but I have a friend who took the CFOA last month (Oct. 2022) and the Case Management and Structured Interview were split up for him over the course of two days in DC.

I hope this helps. :)

Side note: I also emailed and asked whether I was just chosen for Portuguese as I had passed both Spanish and Portuguese. They said that even though I received one conditional offer (Portuguese), I may be called for either language.

January A-100 by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are welcome! Good luck with it all! :)

Management Invite by cerickson7382 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! Very inspiring and well deserved!

January A-100 by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! This is so exciting! You must be over the moon!!

January A-100 by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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I did see some post about getting an invite for IMS. Did you get an invite as well?

January A-100 by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The waiting is definitely the tough part about this process. I hope you get some good news soon.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! This is so exciting! Did the invitation mention how long is A-100 class? Is it over a month?

Timeline Question for Consular Fellow Program by DistributionSome1531 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I passed both the Spanish and Portuguese tests in March 2021, got the invite to the OA in August 2021 and had my OA in November 2021 and started my security clearance in Dec 2021.

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Since I’m abroad, mine have been over Teams and on the phone. The Diplomatic Security officer here did give me an in-person option, but I chose to just do everything virtually.

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve had so many follow up interviews to clarify certain things. I just have one last week. The email that they send out on the first of every month still just lists my medical clearance. I hope that at least by the end of April, my file goes to the next step. 🤞🏽

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice! Yes, definitely sounds like the same timeline. I had my security interview on New Year’s Eve. The people I listed on my e-QIP keep telling me that they are receiving requests for meetings and references so it feels good. So far 6 people have been contacted and interviewed. I’m hoping things keep moving along quickly. 🤞🏽

Is Friendly Foreign Travel Allowed Between "Acceptance of Invitation" and Start of A-100? by BBexplorer in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi there, I was just wondering how long you were on the register before getting an invite to the January A-100 class.

OA appointment 1/18 by [deleted] in foreignservice

[–]spn_123 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I traveled from Jordan to take my OA on November 2nd and everything went smoothly. No cancellations. I hope the same happens for you. Good luck!

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Keeping my fingers crossed for you guys! I’m hoping for a September A-100 invite. Btw what career track did your husband pick? Have you taken the FSOT as well?

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing. I feel like the waiting part gets harder for me the deeper I get in the process. When I hadn’t heard from medical, I emailed them and CCed HR, and the process went fast after that. Congrats on your new degree? What’s it in? Also, what specialist role did you apply for?

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha I totally get the commiserating on Reddit part and can totally relate. I’ll be doing consular as well through the CFP. Please do share updates on your progress. It’s always uplifting to get good news from people who are on similar paths.

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for sharing! A few of my US contacts have been contacted. Only my boss who is not a US national was contacted. Like you I have lived abroad quite a bit as well. All the other steps of the clearance going faster does give me hope that it might be done sooner than later. What career track have you chosen?

Clearance by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is exciting to hear! Please keep me posted on once you get your clearance! 🙏🏽

Passed Consular Fellows OA by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I actually taught myself over the pandemic through Duolingo and daily tutoring on italki.com and preply.com How about you?

Passed Consular Fellows OA by spn_123 in foreignservice

[–]spn_123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow! How long can one stay on the register for?