I HAD NO CLUE WHAT THE CONSUL'S DECISION WAS.. I JUST HAD MY INTERVIEW TODAY. I GOT HUMILIATED...,

[Tito Jorge 0]

I responded too quickly ...

After reading further and seeing the interview questions you posted ...

It appears to me the interviewer is not convinced your relationship is genuine ... and based on his suspicion he was not willing to approve your visa ... instead placing you on AR and allowing someone else higher up to decide to approve or denie ...

Just wait and see what comes next ...

-- George

[Ann Marie and Leo 9]

It's not so much about fault as it is about a break down of communication. I generally regard somebody in that position to be highly qualified in what they do. That may not be true in reality, but my initial approach is that I will respond to them as if they do in fact know what they are talking about, particularly knowing that they have the authority to decide on my case. Arguing with a CO is like arguing with a cop. It's fruitless. I'm sorry that she had a bad experience, but IMO, he was merely doing his job.

Yes 100% agree, also saying the CO was just a bitter old man, seems very judgmental, as they too have a job to do, in just a few minutes they have to make decisions, that impact other people life’s, and at the same time protect the US against fraud, not a easy task. I think it says somewhere the US embassies’ policy is that granting a visa is not a right, but a privilege. So check the attitude at the door, and then focus on convincing the CO it’s all about love.

I too had a little history, as I have already filed two petitions from the Philippines, in the past, (1) K1 & (1) K3, I fully expected extra questions. So I came with my fiancée to the interview, and brought stacks of proof of our relationship, and as we too met on the internet, we were fully prepared to discuss that in detail. They ended up asking for only the I134, and looked at a couple pictures, and 5 minutes, and a few simple questions and we were out the door with the pink slip.

From reading the story it is too bad that the situation got like that, but I am sure you’ll get the visa, just maybe they will sit on it for awhile, and for that my heart goes out to you both, and to anyone else this happens too, as I stayed up late at night many times worrying that something like that might happen to US.

[brij 0]

Steve

your making her out that is is at fault. Sounds like this guy is a bitter old man. I think she did find and I do not think in any other way. Even she did some things differnt I think it would be the same result. I think he is a bitter person and very rude and has very bad costomer skills. I can tell the way she describe him he was sour face right from the begining.

Take care

Thank you so much for the support! Actually you're right. He was too cold and rude since the very start!

[brij 0]

This is my thought too ...

It seems that she is leaving a large part of the story out ...

What was it that she is being accused of not being truthful about ???

It seems to me ... there is nothing wrong with her documents or none missing ... the interviewer suspects something ... the fact he called her a liar says he believes something is suspect and I would imagine the "review" is to investigate his suspeicion further ...

If the original poster can please provide more information about why you were called a liar ... maybe things will make more sense to the readers here and better advice can be given ...

-- George

Uhmm..sir .. i posted everything there already and the interview itself.. so pleas check it .. thanks

[joe_guillen 0]

hey brij,

We were in AR for what they called "questions about bonafide relationship" we met not long after my other relationship ended, it sounds as though you are in AR for the same reason, but different circumstances. But there is a lot of reasons it can be put into AR. The following came from an attorneys web site, it sort of makes some sense of AR.

II. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW

"Administrative Review" refers to a Consular Official placing the case "on hold" because the Visa Petitioner or Beneficiary FAILED TO PASS the security name check or background check, or because the Consulate or State Department or Homeland Security NEEDS TO INVESTIGATE some issue or matter in the case more closely. Cases placed into Administrative Review can ADD WEEKS OR EVEN MONTHS to processing time and final decision on visa issuance, typically in most cases AT LEAST 4 to 8 weeks additional time. Under current regulation, there is no right of appeal within State Department or Homeland Security for administrative review status. It is suggested that visa petitioners and beneficiaries keep track of the status of their case as best as possible, and secure, if possible, the reason or reasons their case has been placed into administrative review, which at least helps to relieve some anxiety during the waiting time.

**STATUS CHECK OF CASES IN ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW: Status Checks of cases in administrative review should first be addressed to the Consulate in question. Click Here for List of Consulates. The State Department's Office of Visa Services can also assist in status checking of cases which are unusually delayed. Tel: 202-663-1225 (Punch 1, Then 0, Avg. Wait Time Approx. 15 minutes to Speak with a Live "Visa Specialist", ET 8:30 AM to 5:00PM). E-Mail: usvisa@state.gov Click Here for More Information. For people who want to be active during the painful waiting period, especially if it becomes protracted, here are two suggestions: 1. Request in Writing Information from Immigration Service and the State Department under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regarding the reason for the Administrative Delay. See: USCIS Freedom of Information Act Request. and State Department Freedom of Information Request. 2. Order the Visa Applicant's FBI record directly from the FBI and have it ready in case the Embassy requests same. See: FBI Criminal History Record.

Your fiance can also call the Department of State, but also call the Embassy (011-632) 301-2000 ext. 5184 or 5185 I had the most success calling 5185 ext. the lady on the other end is Denise, she really doesnt have a lot of information, but it is logged that you called concerning your case. I called once a week till she finally gave me an exact date then after that date past I called once every 2 weeks

The following is also the fax#s to:

CO - 011-632-301-2591

Fraud Unit - 011-632-301-2005

I would give them at least a month before the faxes, but I would start calling now. I hope this is helpfull......DONT GIVE UP!!!!!!!!!!!!

[brij 0]

hey brij,

We were in AR for what they called "questions about bonafide relationship" we met not long after my other relationship ended, it sounds as though you are in AR for the same reason, but different circumstances. But there is a lot of reasons it can be put into AR. The following came from an attorneys web site, it sort of makes some sense of AR.

II. ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW

"Administrative Review" refers to a Consular Official placing the case "on hold" because the Visa Petitioner or Beneficiary FAILED TO PASS the security name check or background check, or because the Consulate or State Department or Homeland Security NEEDS TO INVESTIGATE some issue or matter in the case more closely. Cases placed into Administrative Review can ADD WEEKS OR EVEN MONTHS to processing time and final decision on visa issuance, typically in most cases AT LEAST 4 to 8 weeks additional time. Under current regulation, there is no right of appeal within State Department or Homeland Security for administrative review status. It is suggested that visa petitioners and beneficiaries keep track of the status of their case as best as possible, and secure, if possible, the reason or reasons their case has been placed into administrative review, which at least helps to relieve some anxiety during the waiting time.

**STATUS CHECK OF CASES IN ADMINISTRATIVE REVIEW: Status Checks of cases in administrative review should first be addressed to the Consulate in question. Click Here for List of Consulates. The State Department's Office of Visa Services can also assist in status checking of cases which are unusually delayed. Tel: 202-663-1225 (Punch 1, Then 0, Avg. Wait Time Approx. 15 minutes to Speak with a Live "Visa Specialist", ET 8:30 AM to 5:00PM). E-Mail: usvisa@state.gov Click Here for More Information. For people who want to be active during the painful waiting period, especially if it becomes protracted, here are two suggestions: 1. Request in Writing Information from Immigration Service and the State Department under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) regarding the reason for the Administrative Delay. See: USCIS Freedom of Information Act Request. and State Department Freedom of Information Request. 2. Order the Visa Applicant's FBI record directly from the FBI and have it ready in case the Embassy requests same. See: FBI Criminal History Record.

Your fiance can also call the Department of State, but also call the Embassy (011-632) 301-2000 ext. 5184 or 5185 I had the most success calling 5185 ext. the lady on the other end is Denise, she really doesnt have a lot of information, but it is logged that you called concerning your case. I called once a week till she finally gave me an exact date then after that date past I called once every 2 weeks

The following is also the fax#s to:

CO - 011-632-301-2591

Fraud Unit - 011-632-301-2005

I would give them at least a month before the faxes, but I would start calling now. I hope this is helpfull......DONT GIVE UP!!!!!!!!!!!!

THANK U SO MUCH JOE! My fiance and I are both stressed and sometimes.. it's hard for us to laugh around ... and this is killing me... and sometimes i wanna give up already...

[joe_guillen 0]

I know what you guys are going through, we went through this to first couple of weeks anger, saddness...You will get it before you know it. Just call, fax...in about 2 months your fiance can contact his state senator and represenative

http://www.senate.gov/general/contact_info...enators_cfm.cfm

http://www.house.gov/house/MemberWWW_by_State.shtml

[john & jean 37]

it is important to show ongoing interest, call them daily!!!

[brij 0]

it is important to show ongoing interest, call them daily!!!

ACtually im doing it. I hope they're not pissed at me. But I guess I have to. Thanks for the support.

[brij 0]

Hope this whole AR thing will not take 65 years~

[brij 0]

All im praying is for the CO or the review officer to approve the visa. My only wish for now is for me to be with my fiance.. Include me in your prayers as well my VJ peeps.

Thanks!

[brij 0]

:( :( :(

[RVIANE♛ 5]

girl it seems like there is no word or advise can calm you down, for now the only thing that you can do is to call them everyday and pray.. more pray! you might think that its easier for us to say all this but what can we do? what can you do? you cant curse the USEM and demand your VISA. God is good he knows that u want to be with your fiance so just wait and pray ok?

[brij 0]

My fiance and I.. hoping we'll be together already...

[Jasman0717 9]

I am too lazy to read all the posts, did the embassy keep your passport?