Is it worth applying for an expedite?

[ual777 0]

I just got back from visiting my wife yesterday and I found out that my big sister has developed brain cancer.

She lives in San Antonio as do I, is 29, and she has 3 children. The doctor says there is a 60% chance that she will only live 6-12 months.

She said that she wants to meet my wife before she gets "too bad", and she needs all the help she can get, as her husband is an active duty major in the USAF. Is it worth applying for an expedite for my case?

[aussiewench 9]

I am very sorry to hear about your sister. How very sad.

Unfortunately they have very strict rules in what warrents a case being expedited. There has been many threads in the past on similar situations to yours and they have not been granted Is it worth applying for an expedite for your case.......anything is worth it even if it is not granted, as you would have done all that you possibly can.

All the best to you and your family.

Lorelle

[simple_male 1]

I just got back from visiting my wife yesterday and I found out that my big sister has developed brain cancer.

She lives in San Antonio as do I, is 29, and she has 3 children. The doctor says there is a 60% chance that she will only live 6-12 months.

She said that she wants to meet my wife before she gets "too bad", and she needs all the help she can get, as her husband is an active duty major in the USAF. Is it worth applying for an expedite for my case?

Definitely, you can try. If they approved, then great. If not, then at least you tried.

[sowens 0]

I am so sorry to hear about your sister, I agree with Lorell, but its worth a try, anything is possible.

Many prayers for your sister and your family. GOD bless

Sherry

[Isabel 0]

I just got back from visiting my wife yesterday and I found out that my big sister has developed brain cancer.

She lives in San Antonio as do I, is 29, and she has 3 children. The doctor says there is a 60% chance that she will only live 6-12 months.

She said that she wants to meet my wife before she gets "too bad", and she needs all the help she can get, as her husband is an active duty major in the USAF. Is it worth applying for an expedite for my case?

Hi there,

try calling them and explain the situation, then ask if they can do anything. Sometimes they give you a faxnumber with even the supervisors number.

Greets Isabel

[newhampshire 0]

From what I understand, you can fax or mail your request for an expedite, along with supporting documents. The instructions are on the USCIS website under each service center. I would do so if I were you. And I hope that your request, should you send it, is granted. I wonder if it is because the illness involves your sister, and not you or your fiance/spouse, if that will impact the decision? But it can't hurt to try, and I would definitely attempt it if I were in your shoes. I'd send a letter from her doctor with contact information verifying her situation, as well as some proof that she is your sister, and the letter requesting that USCIS expedite. Good luck.

[ual777 0]

Thanks for the support guys. I am only 20, and my big sister has always taken care of me. It broke my heart when she showed me the MRI. The tumor is bigger than a golf ball and is near her movement/speech part of her brain. She could be going under the knife as early as Monday, so we will see how it goes.

I am just worried because of the k-3 backlog that she might die before my wife even gets here. USCIS is not in good favor with me right now.

Again, thanks for the support.

[becca 0]

I'm so sorry to hear about your sister! Just do the best you can with the tools you have.. thats all anyone can do! and we'll keep our fingers crossed for you that it works out!!!

All the best!

[BlueRain77 0]

God Bless Ual! Hopefully all will go well. Doctors nowadays can work miracles. My dad had a tumor the size of a golf ball in the back left corner of his brain....that was over 12 years ago. She may have problems with her speech but she has as good a chance as anyone on surviving. I hope all goes well and that whatever happens, that all is well with you and your family.

I think anything is worth trying for your sisters wishes, even if it doesn't get approved, you still tried your hardest and that is always worth something.

Best Wishes and God Bless.

[Reba 2]

I would at least try and do all you can. Call your Senator and/or Congressman, I don't know if they can help, but they might.

I'm very sorry about your sister.

[Flames9_RN 358]

Sorry to hear about ur sister. All one can do is ask, they may say yes, or no, you wonty know unless you try.

[domini loka 0]

I am sorry for the position are you in alone. I will keep you siter and family in my thoughts.

I would say try it call USCIS...It has to be a life or death situation and I believe this could meet the critiria.......It takes 3 days so try the K3 with has to be mail overnight to MO.......call and ask

good luck

[MaryandMian 1]

Sorry to hear of your sister and her illness. Like the others have stated I would attempt to get it expedited and do contact your congressman visa specialist and see if they will help in any way.

Good luck and prayers are with your family.

Mary