Visa DENIED!!! I need your help

[don2008 0]

ok now im confuesd, somone says if they give the passport back to the beni that means there is still a chance and someone else say if the CO keeps the passport it means the beni can still get a visa.?? at my fiancees interview they gave hers back, im not sure what to think now.lol

Edited May 22, 2008 by don2008

[BigCityDave 0]

ok now im confuesd, somone says if they give the passport back to the beni that means there is still a chance and someone else say if the CO keeps the passport it means the beni can still get a visa.?? at my fiancees interview they gave hers back, im not sure what to think now.lol

Why would they just take the Passport? Usually they will keep the passport so they can complete the Visa process.

I may be wrong, I am just stating this because of previous cases I have seen here on Visa Journey.

[TBoneTX 45,064]

ok now im confuesd, somone says if they give the passport back to the beni that means there is still a chance and someone else say if the CO keeps the passport it means the beni can still get a visa.?? at my fiancees interview they gave hers back, im not sure what to think now.lol

Why would they just take the Passport? Usually they will keep the passport so they can complete the Visa process.

I may be wrong, I am just stating this because of previous cases I have seen here on Visa Journey.

These are educated guesses here, also from gleaning stuff from VJ (those who know for sure will correct me if I'm wrong):

-- If they keep the passport, they're probably preparing to issue the visa, and they will mail the visa-in-passport along with the "do not open" package of stuff for Port of Entry.

-- If they return the passport, especially with a 221g or request for "second interview," there is still the potential to receive a visa later. The bad sign is if the passport is returned with "DENIED" stamped in it, in which case the potential beneficiary is probably 100% toast.

Again, those who know for sure will correct or add to the above.

[don2008 0]

im sorry about hijacking this thread. i hope others find the questions im asking useful also.

[TBoneTX 45,064]

im sorry about hijacking this thread. i hope others find the questions im asking useful also.

No need to apologize! I tried to edit my post just above to say that my statements were "to the best of my recollection," chiefly from reading VJ information and a little from chatting with immigration attorneys. Those who know for a fact will chime in, surely.

[don2008 0]

wow i just relaized your from sugalnd too, im also in sugarland.lol small world

[Dakine 26]

In the Philippines they normally keep the passport when there is a good chance of approval. When approved they stick the visa in the passport and send it back to you.

Normally it's not a good thing if they give you the PP back. Sure wasn't for my K1 when it was denied.

[TBoneTX 45,064]

wow i just relaized your from sugalnd too, im also in sugarland.lol small world

Indeed! We should try to touch base -- PM me. And where's your timeline, dude?

[maore 0]

Thank you for all your responses.

I just talked to the immigration assistant, Monica Maxwell and she said not to worry, it's not the end of the world. I sent Monica a couple of emails after I found out about the denial and told me that she will forward my emails to the CO who interviewed my fiance. She told me to expect a reply directly from the CO this week and he will tell me what else he needs. I asked if our file will be sent back....she said that the CO will retain our file until he gets back whatever he needs from me.

I feel a little better and if a second interview needs to be scheduled, I will be there with my fiance. I will keep you guys posted. Please keep us in your thoughts and prayers.

1. Get written statements from both side of the family (yours and his) describing your relationship , even more rock solid if declaration made in front of a solicitor (lawyer) .

2. Get your Senator or Governor on the ball as early as possible by sending a letter describing all evidences provided and timeline

3. Write to the Chief consular officer (recorded delivery) stating you support them all the way /explain your concerns/explain what make your relationship common and uncommon (between you and me it is not their business but they definitely like when you are as straight forward/opened as possible)

And most importantly fight toe and nails to keep your application in the Embassy (how to do this effectively ? No idea but I could look at it , if you need it)

[morocco4ever 63]

Keeping the passport needs to be clarified. If they keep the passport it means that they believe they will be issuing the visa soon. If they don't keep it then it means one of 2 things. Either they will not be issuing the visa or they believe that it will take some time to finish reviewing the case before they can issue the visa.