K-1 people waiting for interviews at Montreal

[minnew 4]

I had my interview yesterday and the visa was approved!! I really don’t have anything to add about the interview itself as my experience was similar to everyone else’s. It was very simple, they didn’t ask many questions at all: how did we meet? what does my fiancé do for a living? have I ever been arrested? and I was asked about the time I was denied entry at the border (lack of ties to Canada); and they didn’t want any of my evidence of an ongoing relationship (other then my updated letter of intent from my fiancé). All of the people I dealt with were friendly, and the view of Montreal from up there was fantastic.

I do have some bus info for anybody who is flying into Montreal. The airport shuttle bus to downtown costs $16, but you can take the regular city bus for $2.75 (have exact change). The bus stop is right outside the terminal near where you get the tickets for the shuttle bus. Take bus #204 which will stop at a bus terminal not far away, then switch to bus #211. This one will stop right outside the XX metro station where you can then use the same ticket from the bus (it’s valid for 2 hours for connections) to get on the metro to your final destination. It’s not a lot of money to save, but if you’re taking the shuttle/metro anyhow it might be worth while.

It’s such a relief to finally be finished. Good luck to those still waiting, like other people have commented, this really was the easiest part of the process so far.

Congratulations on the approval!!

[hapycloud 0]

Congrats on the approval!!!!

[Danu 19]

How long does it usually take for the consulate to log the package? After our P3 went missing on the way to us I want to make sure I'm on top of them getting it back from us so that we aren't lost again. I sent the package back last Friday, it got there Monday and according to the consulate they don't have it yet, which I'm going to assume that its just not logged. Do they usually get to it after 2 weeks or so, just to put it in the system that they have received it back?

[KristinL 0]

I had my interview yesterday and the visa was approved!! I really don’t have anything to add about the interview itself as my experience was similar to everyone else’s. It was very simple, they didn’t ask many questions at all: how did we meet? what does my fiancé do for a living? have I ever been arrested? and I was asked about the time I was denied entry at the border (lack of ties to Canada); and they didn’t want any of my evidence of an ongoing relationship (other then my updated letter of intent from my fiancé). All of the people I dealt with were friendly, and the view of Montreal from up there was fantastic.

I do have some bus info for anybody who is flying into Montreal. The airport shuttle bus to downtown costs $16, but you can take the regular city bus for $2.75 (have exact change). The bus stop is right outside the terminal near where you get the tickets for the shuttle bus. Take bus #204 which will stop at a bus terminal not far away, then switch to bus #211. This one will stop right outside the XX metro station where you can then use the same ticket from the bus (it’s valid for 2 hours for connections) to get on the metro to your final destination. It’s not a lot of money to save, but if you’re taking the shuttle/metro anyhow it might be worth while.

It’s such a relief to finally be finished. Good luck to those still waiting, like other people have commented, this really was the easiest part of the process so far.

CONGRATS!!!!

[childress_london 3]

I had my interview yesterday and the visa was approved!! I really don’t have anything to add about the interview itself as my experience was similar to everyone else’s. It was very simple, they didn’t ask many questions at all: how did we meet? what does my fiancé do for a living? have I ever been arrested? and I was asked about the time I was denied entry at the border (lack of ties to Canada); and they didn’t want any of my evidence of an ongoing relationship (other then my updated letter of intent from my fiancé). All of the people I dealt with were friendly, and the view of Montreal from up there was fantastic.

I do have some bus info for anybody who is flying into Montreal. The airport shuttle bus to downtown costs $16, but you can take the regular city bus for $2.75 (have exact change). The bus stop is right outside the terminal near where you get the tickets for the shuttle bus. Take bus #204 which will stop at a bus terminal not far away, then switch to bus #211. This one will stop right outside the XX metro station where you can then use the same ticket from the bus (it’s valid for 2 hours for connections) to get on the metro to your final destination. It’s not a lot of money to save, but if you’re taking the shuttle/metro anyhow it might be worth while.

It’s such a relief to finally be finished. Good luck to those still waiting, like other people have commented, this really was the easiest part of the process so far.

Congratulations! We are still waiting on our interview date. Anyone else submit P3 in June?

[ruby_mtl 0]

I had my interview yesterday and the visa was approved!! I really don’t have anything to add about the interview itself as my experience was similar to everyone else’s. It was very simple, they didn’t ask many questions at all: how did we meet? what does my fiancé do for a living? have I ever been arrested? and I was asked about the time I was denied entry at the border (lack of ties to Canada); and they didn’t want any of my evidence of an ongoing relationship (other then my updated letter of intent from my fiancé). All of the people I dealt with were friendly, and the view of Montreal from up there was fantastic.

I do have some bus info for anybody who is flying into Montreal. The airport shuttle bus to downtown costs $16, but you can take the regular city bus for $2.75 (have exact change). The bus stop is right outside the terminal near where you get the tickets for the shuttle bus. Take bus #204 which will stop at a bus terminal not far away, then switch to bus #211. This one will stop right outside the XX metro station where you can then use the same ticket from the bus (it’s valid for 2 hours for connections) to get on the metro to your final destination. It’s not a lot of money to save, but if you’re taking the shuttle/metro anyhow it might be worth while.

It’s such a relief to finally be finished. Good luck to those still waiting, like other people have commented, this really was the easiest part of the process so far.

That's great news! Congrats!

[Kimbear 53]

I had my interview yesterday and the visa was approved!! I really don’t have anything to add about the interview itself as my experience was similar to everyone else’s. It was very simple, they didn’t ask many questions at all: how did we meet? what does my fiancé do for a living? have I ever been arrested? and I was asked about the time I was denied entry at the border (lack of ties to Canada); and they didn’t want any of my evidence of an ongoing relationship (other then my updated letter of intent from my fiancé). All of the people I dealt with were friendly, and the view of Montreal from up there was fantastic.

I do have some bus info for anybody who is flying into Montreal. The airport shuttle bus to downtown costs $16, but you can take the regular city bus for $2.75 (have exact change). The bus stop is right outside the terminal near where you get the tickets for the shuttle bus. Take bus #204 which will stop at a bus terminal not far away, then switch to bus #211. This one will stop right outside the XX metro station where you can then use the same ticket from the bus (it’s valid for 2 hours for connections) to get on the metro to your final destination. It’s not a lot of money to save, but if you’re taking the shuttle/metro anyhow it might be worth while.

It’s such a relief to finally be finished. Good luck to those still waiting, like other people have commented, this really was the easiest part of the process so far.

omg ty for posting that sparky..about them asking about the entry refusal. I was so worried about this as i was refused entry back in december for the same reason and was worried it might delay my whole visa approval and everything!

As for the bus stop there are two ..one goes to dorval train station which is the stop close by with all the busses to downtown, the other goes to the fairview mall in west island. Just ask the driver which way hes headed as you cant really tell on the buss itself.

congratulations on the approval!

[childress_london 3]

So... I know posts have been made re: contacting the Montreal Consulate regarding their interview date (before the interview letter is sent out).

My question is this: do I contact this email address-Montreal-IV-DV@state.gov (with my case # etc...)? Or is there a better way to go about finding out my interview date?

Any and all info is appreciated-thanks!

The consulate will not tell you your interview date via e-mail, they just send a standard reply that your package 3 has been received and that you are on the waiting list. Best way to find out about your interview date is by calling the Department of State. Sorry I don;t have there number right now, but will repost it later, unless someoen else has it first

Actually, If you e-mail the consulate and ask if you have an interview date yet, and you actually do, they will tell you!

But, a better way is to call DOS: 202-663-1225

When calling DOS, which option do you choose to ask about interview date?

[Danu 19]

I pressed 1 and then 0 to speak to a specialist, though all they said was my packet isnt logged yet, but they would tell you if they have gotten an interview date for you.

Edited July 20, 2009 by Danu

[Sparky&Me 0]

Thanks for the congratulations everyone, my visa just arrived!!!! It’s all getting pretty real now

omg ty for posting that sparky..about them asking about the entry refusal. I was so worried about this as i was refused entry back in december for the same reason and was worried it might delay my whole visa approval and everything!

As for the bus stop there are two ..one goes to dorval train station which is the stop close by with all the busses to downtown, the other goes to the fairview mall in west island. Just ask the driver which way hes headed as you cant really tell on the buss itself.

congratulations on the approval!

Kimbear you have nothing to worry about. The customs officer who stopped me made it very clear that this would have no affect on the visa. During the interview at the consulate I was asked to explain what happened so I rhymed off what our moving plan/intentions had been and that was it. There were no further questions, and I wasn’t lectured or interrogated about it in any way at all.

[SapphireDreams 71]

How long does it usually take for the consulate to log the package? After our P3 went missing on the way to us I want to make sure I'm on top of them getting it back from us so that we aren't lost again. I sent the package back last Friday, it got there Monday and according to the consulate they don't have it yet, which I'm going to assume that its just not logged. Do they usually get to it after 2 weeks or so, just to put it in the system that they have received it back?

Took them 3 weeks to log me into their system. It must just depend on how busy they are.

[childress_london 3]

My husband called DOS today and they said no interview date scheduled yet. How long before you get the letter does DOS know you have a date? Just curious how long of an advance notice calling them gives you over waiting for the letter.

[SapphireDreams 71]

My husband called DOS today and they said no interview date scheduled yet. How long before you get the letter does DOS know you have a date? Just curious how long of an advance notice calling them gives you over waiting for the letter.

A couple of days maybe... there's not much of a difference.

[tprtgurl 0]

Thanks for the congratulations everyone, my visa just arrived!!!! It’s all getting pretty real now

omg ty for posting that sparky..about them asking about the entry refusal. I was so worried about this as i was refused entry back in december for the same reason and was worried it might delay my whole visa approval and everything!

As for the bus stop there are two ..one goes to dorval train station which is the stop close by with all the busses to downtown, the other goes to the fairview mall in west island. Just ask the driver which way hes headed as you cant really tell on the buss itself.

congratulations on the approval!

Kimbear you have nothing to worry about. The customs officer who stopped me made it very clear that this would have no affect on the visa. During the interview at the consulate I was asked to explain what happened so I rhymed off what our moving plan/intentions had been and that was it. There were no further questions, and I wasn’t lectured or interrogated about it in any way at all.

I'm very happy to hear that you werent interrogated too badly when you were refused entry before. I have been literally freaking out about moving to the States because when I entered back in Sept 08 I was interrogated for at least 3 hours at the Buffalo border about my ties back to Canada and they thought I was intending to move to the United States permanently. They stamped an "n/c" on my passport which I found out later meant that I could not change my status while in the States. They also typed everything I said into their computer which I am guessing has been red flagged into ther system, beside my passport number. I'm concerned that when I go to Montreal for my interview next week, that they will ask a lot of questions regarding that because it will be tagged in the system, also I am even more afraid of when I cross the border to move to the States, even having a valid K1 visa.. because the Border Patrol Officer can still deny me. Has anyone else had a similar situation happen to them? Also, does anyone have a suggestion of a Hotel that is close to, or across from the Montreal Consulate? Thanks everyone!!

[Inky 1,110]

how can you still be denyed entry if you have a valid legal K-1 visa? Iv never heard of this.