CR-1Interview BUT temporary visa refusal under 221(g)

[patita 0]

Let me be clear. If you get a 221g, is does not mean you are denied. It also does not mean you are approved. My 221g said the following:

"Further consideration will be given to your visa application after you obtain and present the documents listed below (only the marked sections apply to you)"

I had 2 boxes checked. Evidence and Other.

The Other was for I-864 AOS. I took care of that right away. She gave them my tax returns. Problem solved.

The Evidence box was more difficult. When she went back with more proof....... still not enough. I had the following for my evidence initially:

6 photos

6 pages of phone bills

copies of 2 passports that clearly showed I lived in Thailand. 50 Thai immigration stamps.

2 utility bills from our address in Thailand with both of our names on the bills from the time we lived there.

They said NO. We want more photos. So we went on a photo taking festival in Bangkok. 2 disposable cameras worth. Off to the one hour photo shop to get developed. Took the photos to the Embassy the next day. Approved, pick it up tomorrow.

The point I am making, is if they want to screw with you, they are gonna do it.

I also previously thought it was pointless for me to go to the Embassy. I figured she could go alone. Even though I never talked to anyone at the Embassy last Tuesday, I think them seeing my ugly face there helped as well. I know some people can not afford this. Actually, I really couldn't.

Take this for what it means. I don't know. Blows my mind a K-1 can just walk in and out like they are picking up some fries and a burger, but if you want IR-1/CR-1, they want to see something.

that was great example how to deal with them!!!! great advice! thanks for posting it!

[Mrs.Cage 0]

Let me be clear. If you get a 221g, is does not mean you are denied. It also does not mean you are approved. My 221g said the following:

"Further consideration will be given to your visa application after you obtain and present the documents listed below (only the marked sections apply to you)"

I had 2 boxes checked. Evidence and Other.

The Other was for I-864 AOS. I took care of that right away. She gave them my tax returns. Problem solved.

The Evidence box was more difficult. When she went back with more proof....... still not enough. I had the following for my evidence initially:

6 photos

6 pages of phone bills

copies of 2 passports that clearly showed I lived in Thailand. 50 Thai immigration stamps.

2 utility bills from our address in Thailand with both of our names on the bills from the time we lived there.

They said NO. We want more photos. So we went on a photo taking festival in Bangkok. 2 disposable cameras worth. Off to the one hour photo shop to get developed. Took the photos to the Embassy the next day. Approved, pick it up tomorrow.

The point I am making, is if they want to screw with you, they are gonna do it.

I also previously thought it was pointless for me to go to the Embassy. I figured she could go alone. Even though I never talked to anyone at the Embassy last Tuesday, I think them seeing my ugly face there helped as well. I know some people can not afford this. Actually, I really couldn't.

Take this for what it means. I don't know. Blows my mind a K-1 can just walk in and out like they are picking up some fries and a burger, but if you want IR-1/CR-1, they want to see something.

Thanks for posting your experience :-) this will definitely boost the OP's morale.

[Arthur Roberta 1]

Let me be clear. If you get a 221g, is does not mean you are denied. It also does not mean you are approved. My 221g said the following:

"Further consideration will be given to your visa application after you obtain and present the documents listed below (only the marked sections apply to you)"

I had 2 boxes checked. Evidence and Other.

The Other was for I-864 AOS. I took care of that right away. She gave them my tax returns. Problem solved.

The Evidence box was more difficult. When she went back with more proof....... still not enough. I had the following for my evidence initially:

6 photos

6 pages of phone bills

copies of 2 passports that clearly showed I lived in Thailand. 50 Thai immigration stamps.

2 utility bills from our address in Thailand with both of our names on the bills from the time we lived there.

They said NO. We want more photos. So we went on a photo taking festival in Bangkok. 2 disposable cameras worth. Off to the one hour photo shop to get developed. Took the photos to the Embassy the next day. Approved, pick it up tomorrow.

The point I am making, is if they want to screw with you, they are gonna do it.

I also previously thought it was pointless for me to go to the Embassy. I figured she could go alone. Even though I never talked to anyone at the Embassy last Tuesday, I think them seeing my ugly face there helped as well. I know some people can not afford this. Actually, I really couldn't.

Take this for what it means. I don't know. Blows my mind a K-1 can just walk in and out like they are picking up some fries and a burger, but if you want IR-1/CR-1, they want to see something.

Just love the picking up some fries and a burger remark... yes it would certainly appear that on the CR-1 route you are under the microscope whilst K-1 seem to fly through. Great post and to the point and I laughed when I saw what evidence you produced for it seems that we are put under so much pressure to produce all sorts of evidence when in reality as a couple you work your lives out between yourselves...ie ...bills etc.

Best wishes

Arthur

[LondonLad 0]

If they kept the passport that is a good sign.

Good luck!

[I Miss Her 0]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

[daboyz 36]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

[I Miss Her 0]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

Some other info related to INA 221 (g):

From NVC web site:

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

From USCIS web site:

http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...e16a4cb816838a4

Visa Denials under section 221 (g) at US Consulates

Even after USCIS approved a petition, the US consulate abroad can deny visa based on INA act section 221 (g) because the requirements for a petition-based visa did not met by an applicant. When it happens, they also request that the USCIS revoke the petition that approve earlier.

Just keep this fact that USCIS is primarily responsible to determine whether or not a person meets the requirements for particular visa under law. Immigration officer at US consulate abroad, under certain situation, reach a different verdict and request that the USCIS to reconsider its original approval of a petition.

So, USCIS concluded “Yes” before for a petition but consulate officer concluded “No” to the petition and under this circumstance, they send back the approved petition to the USCIS with “ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING”.

In July, 2001 Department of State classify the role of consulate officers with respect to adjudication of petition based visas and remind them that the revocation process should only be used “sparingly” and should not attempt to re-adjudicate petitions.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/laws/telegram...grams_1415.html

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

Revocation Process: Consulate forward the petition to the Department of State, Kentucky Consular Center which then send to USCIS service center that originally approved the petition. The USCIS then re-evaluates the petition and either reaffirms and returns it to DOS or in many instances issues a notice of intent or revoke (NOIR) to the petitioner and gives 30 days to respond with additional evidence.

[daboyz 36]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

Some other info related to INA 221 (g):

From NVC web site:

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

From USCIS web site:

http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...e16a4cb816838a4

Visa Denials under section 221 (g) at US Consulates

Even after USCIS approved a petition, the US consulate abroad can deny visa based on INA act section 221 (g) because the requirements for a petition-based visa did not met by an applicant. When it happens, they also request that the USCIS revoke the petition that approve earlier.

Just keep this fact that USCIS is primarily responsible to determine whether or not a person meets the requirements for particular visa under law. Immigration officer at US consulate abroad, under certain situation, reach a different verdict and request that the USCIS to reconsider its original approval of a petition.

So, USCIS concluded “Yes” before for a petition but consulate officer concluded “No” to the petition and under this circumstance, they send back the approved petition to the USCIS with “ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING”.

In July, 2001 Department of State classify the role of consulate officers with respect to adjudication of petition based visas and remind them that the revocation process should only be used “sparingly” and should not attempt to re-adjudicate petitions.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/laws/telegram...grams_1415.html

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

Revocation Process: Consulate forward the petition to the Department of State, Kentucky Consular Center which then send to USCIS service center that originally approved the petition. The USCIS then re-evaluates the petition and either reaffirms and returns it to DOS or in many instances issues a notice of intent or revoke (NOIR) to the petitioner and gives 30 days to respond with additional evidence.

See bolded passage. You flat out told the OP that the petition would be returned to USCIS. Your post above quotes the following:

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

We can go round and round about this. If 221g meant the case would be returned to USCIS, my wife would not be sitting here next me.

[I Miss Her 0]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

Some other info related to INA 221 (g):

From NVC web site:

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

From USCIS web site:

http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...e16a4cb816838a4

Visa Denials under section 221 (g) at US Consulates

Even after USCIS approved a petition, the US consulate abroad can deny visa based on INA act section 221 (g) because the requirements for a petition-based visa did not met by an applicant. When it happens, they also request that the USCIS revoke the petition that approve earlier.

Just keep this fact that USCIS is primarily responsible to determine whether or not a person meets the requirements for particular visa under law. Immigration officer at US consulate abroad, under certain situation, reach a different verdict and request that the USCIS to reconsider its original approval of a petition.

So, USCIS concluded “Yes” before for a petition but consulate officer concluded “No” to the petition and under this circumstance, they send back the approved petition to the USCIS with “ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING”.

In July, 2001 Department of State classify the role of consulate officers with respect to adjudication of petition based visas and remind them that the revocation process should only be used “sparingly” and should not attempt to re-adjudicate petitions.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/laws/telegram...grams_1415.html

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

Revocation Process: Consulate forward the petition to the Department of State, Kentucky Consular Center which then send to USCIS service center that originally approved the petition. The USCIS then re-evaluates the petition and either reaffirms and returns it to DOS or in many instances issues a notice of intent or revoke (NOIR) to the petitioner and gives 30 days to respond with additional evidence.

See bolded passage. You flat out told the OP that the petition would be returned to USCIS. Your post above quotes the following:

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

We can go round and round about this. If 221g meant the case would be returned to USCIS, my wife would not be sitting here next me.

Section 221 (g) is the broad term of INA act under which there are many CLAUSES some of them are related to medical, misrepresentation, false claim, security, etc. You case was simply relate to more evidence for either paper works or bona fide relationship. Probably due to this reason, your case did not return to USCIS and consular officer issue the visa after you provide more evidence.

[daboyz 36]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

Some other info related to INA 221 (g):

From NVC web site:

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

From USCIS web site:

http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...e16a4cb816838a4

Visa Denials under section 221 (g) at US Consulates

Even after USCIS approved a petition, the US consulate abroad can deny visa based on INA act section 221 (g) because the requirements for a petition-based visa did not met by an applicant. When it happens, they also request that the USCIS revoke the petition that approve earlier.

Just keep this fact that USCIS is primarily responsible to determine whether or not a person meets the requirements for particular visa under law. Immigration officer at US consulate abroad, under certain situation, reach a different verdict and request that the USCIS to reconsider its original approval of a petition.

So, USCIS concluded “Yes” before for a petition but consulate officer concluded “No” to the petition and under this circumstance, they send back the approved petition to the USCIS with “ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING”.

In July, 2001 Department of State classify the role of consulate officers with respect to adjudication of petition based visas and remind them that the revocation process should only be used “sparingly” and should not attempt to re-adjudicate petitions.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/laws/telegram...grams_1415.html

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

Revocation Process: Consulate forward the petition to the Department of State, Kentucky Consular Center which then send to USCIS service center that originally approved the petition. The USCIS then re-evaluates the petition and either reaffirms and returns it to DOS or in many instances issues a notice of intent or revoke (NOIR) to the petitioner and gives 30 days to respond with additional evidence.

See bolded passage. You flat out told the OP that the petition would be returned to USCIS. Your post above quotes the following:

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

We can go round and round about this. If 221g meant the case would be returned to USCIS, my wife would not be sitting here next me.

Section 221 (g) is the broad term of INA act under which there are many CLAUSES some of them are related to medical, misrepresentation, false claim, security, etc. You case was simply relate to more evidence for either paper works or bona fide relationship. Probably due to this reason, your case did not return to USCIS and consular officer issue the visa after you provide more evidence.

Thank you. So please stop telling people this when they get 221g:

which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you

[12345678 1]

Well,

Lets draw conclusion here...I can see so many arguments here....From my understanding, this 221(g) differs from case to case. And the COs never clarifies why they have put some one in this kind of situation. As for US Embassy Dhaka is concern, as I always mention, they use the laws bluntly. This is my believe that, finding no other option to stop him from getting a visa right at that moment (since he was not having any lacking, if he had, they had asked for more evidence which they did not), that is why, they put an obstacle in front of him, which is entirely in their hand. They can make it within a week or may be more than a year.

Please take it easy, and let just pray for Savar, cuz we really want everyone to get out of this visa mess.

Sonia

[I Miss Her 0]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

Some other info related to INA 221 (g):

From NVC web site:

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

From USCIS web site:

http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...e16a4cb816838a4

Visa Denials under section 221 (g) at US Consulates

Even after USCIS approved a petition, the US consulate abroad can deny visa based on INA act section 221 (g) because the requirements for a petition-based visa did not met by an applicant. When it happens, they also request that the USCIS revoke the petition that approve earlier.

Just keep this fact that USCIS is primarily responsible to determine whether or not a person meets the requirements for particular visa under law. Immigration officer at US consulate abroad, under certain situation, reach a different verdict and request that the USCIS to reconsider its original approval of a petition.

So, USCIS concluded “Yes” before for a petition but consulate officer concluded “No” to the petition and under this circumstance, they send back the approved petition to the USCIS with “ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING”.

In July, 2001 Department of State classify the role of consulate officers with respect to adjudication of petition based visas and remind them that the revocation process should only be used “sparingly” and should not attempt to re-adjudicate petitions.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/laws/telegram...grams_1415.html

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

Revocation Process: Consulate forward the petition to the Department of State, Kentucky Consular Center which then send to USCIS service center that originally approved the petition. The USCIS then re-evaluates the petition and either reaffirms and returns it to DOS or in many instances issues a notice of intent or revoke (NOIR) to the petitioner and gives 30 days to respond with additional evidence.

See bolded passage. You flat out told the OP that the petition would be returned to USCIS. Your post above quotes the following:

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

We can go round and round about this. If 221g meant the case would be returned to USCIS, my wife would not be sitting here next me.

Section 221 (g) is the broad term of INA act under which there are many CLAUSES some of them are related to medical, misrepresentation, false claim, security, etc. You case was simply relate to more evidence for either paper works or bona fide relationship. Probably due to this reason, your case did not return to USCIS and consular officer issue the visa after you provide more evidence.

Thank you. So please stop telling people this when they get 221g:

which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you

You still do not get it. So stop it here and “Soniasharmin” is right, let us pray for “Savar” to get out from mess ASAP.

In addition, thanks for me.

[emma88 0]

ya savar, just hold on and be a little patient, lets all pray you get out of this mess, since they kept your passport, i see a great source of hope here. maybe ou will get a call anytime to go pick up your passport with the visa on it(hopefully plz plz)....

[daboyz 36]

My dear VJ friends

I am totally LOST !!

My husband's interview was on 9th march in Bangladesh .We were prepared well and there wasn't any paper missing or incomplete.The Consular officer asked him bunch of common questions and he replied. She asked him to show some of our pictures but no emails, phone or any other evidences.

At the end of the Interview she gave him a BLUE SLIP stating the following :

Section 221(g) which prohibit the issuance of a visa to anyone whose application does not comply with the provisions of Immigration and Nationality act.

The following remarks apply in your case:

ADDITIONAL PROCESSING

WE WILL CONTACT YOU AS SOON AS WE RECEIVE THE RESULT

Can you please tell me what should we do now ?? they are not asking anymore evidence .they just want us to wait to hear from them

I don't know how long it's gonna be ? Do you guys have any idea ?? Please help please !!

Sorry to hear this. Blue slip under section 221 (g) means your case put on hold for further Administrative Processing, which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you. There is no time limits in this situation neither Consulate entertain your any query. So wait for Consulate notification.

Dont scare people like this. It may end up being returned to USCIS, but they are giving you the chance to rectify this issue. I just went through 221g LAST WEEK. I am sitting on the sofa with my wife now in the US.

Information was based on previous posting of people on VJ and other sites. Some of the posting on VJ are:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry1849316

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=2687

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.ph...t=#entry2577534

Rest you can search yourself.

I guess I'm an idiot. Where in any of those posts does it say which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review I got a 221g blue slip. My petition never left the consulate.

So really you have absolutely no idea what you are talking about.

Some other info related to INA 221 (g):

From NVC web site:

http://www.travel.state.gov/visa/frvi/inel...Ineligibilities

From USCIS web site:

http://www.uscis.gov/propub/ProPubVAP.jsp?...e16a4cb816838a4

Visa Denials under section 221 (g) at US Consulates

Even after USCIS approved a petition, the US consulate abroad can deny visa based on INA act section 221 (g) because the requirements for a petition-based visa did not met by an applicant. When it happens, they also request that the USCIS revoke the petition that approve earlier.

Just keep this fact that USCIS is primarily responsible to determine whether or not a person meets the requirements for particular visa under law. Immigration officer at US consulate abroad, under certain situation, reach a different verdict and request that the USCIS to reconsider its original approval of a petition.

So, USCIS concluded “Yes” before for a petition but consulate officer concluded “No” to the petition and under this circumstance, they send back the approved petition to the USCIS with “ADDITIONAL ADMINISTRATIVE PROCESSING”.

In July, 2001 Department of State classify the role of consulate officers with respect to adjudication of petition based visas and remind them that the revocation process should only be used “sparingly” and should not attempt to re-adjudicate petitions.

http://travel.state.gov/visa/laws/telegram...grams_1415.html

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

Revocation Process: Consulate forward the petition to the Department of State, Kentucky Consular Center which then send to USCIS service center that originally approved the petition. The USCIS then re-evaluates the petition and either reaffirms and returns it to DOS or in many instances issues a notice of intent or revoke (NOIR) to the petitioner and gives 30 days to respond with additional evidence.

See bolded passage. You flat out told the OP that the petition would be returned to USCIS. Your post above quotes the following:

Interestingly, the guidance states that the petition SHOULD NOT be returned unless the consulate uncovers new information that was not available to the USCIS at the time of that petition's approval. This happen due to common mistakes during visa interview, whether it is just related to lack of paper works or bona fide relationship, etc.

We can go round and round about this. If 221g meant the case would be returned to USCIS, my wife would not be sitting here next me.

Section 221 (g) is the broad term of INA act under which there are many CLAUSES some of them are related to medical, misrepresentation, false claim, security, etc. You case was simply relate to more evidence for either paper works or bona fide relationship. Probably due to this reason, your case did not return to USCIS and consular officer issue the visa after you provide more evidence.

Thank you. So please stop telling people this when they get 221g:

which means your petition, will return to USCIS for additional review and thereafter they will contact you

You still do not get it. So stop it here and “Soniasharmin” is right, let us pray for “Savar” to get out from mess ASAP.

In addition, thanks for me.

I totally get it. You dont get it. You told her that her case is going back to USCIS. All I am saying is don't freak people out by telling them this when they get 221g because this is not always the case.

[Leedah 22]

Lets all cut the bickering.

By the way, just for information,

A K1 is not necessarily an immigrant visa until the person adjusts their status (AFTER marriage).

That's why is easier usually to get a K1. The person is not legally able to work until they adjusts status AND IF they don't marry within 90 days of entering the U.S., they get booted out of the country (unless they go into hiding somehow).

Get my point?