Nope I am not a US resident. I think it has something to do with workload redistribution. Your application can be processed anywhere but usually, issuing of the visa is assigned to your Local Visa Office. I was asked to send my passport to my local visa office in spite of the fact that it was processed in Ottawa. I hope this helps.
maddy.10m said:Hi maxsteel. Congratulations. Just to clarify: How are you processed in Ottawa if you are FSW Outland? Are you a US Resident? Thanks.