Montreal interview with spouse

[Married2009 32]

Sorry I didn't get back to you guys last night. Chellie had a 3 hour tantrum-I couldn't do anything with her. Hubby was on the webcam for less than 1 minute, and he said "Richelle...shhhh..."-and she immediatly hushes up and goes to sleep. Boy do I feel stupid!

Anyway.

Yes, hubby lives in Toronto at this time, he is legally residing in Canada. He is originally from Haiti (hence the flag on my profile).

Right now I am trying to determine what our next step will be, so can anyone clarify for me what the DoS number is, and what exactly do they have jurisdiction over?

Also, what is the best way to contact the Montreal consulate regarding details on our case?

The last question is, how soon should I contact my senator?

Can you post the link to your interview? I read it (am at work now, or would go find it), and remember there was somthing written on the paperwork about fraud, yes? I can't remember the wording. Anyway, the folks here might not have read your review, and I think it might help.

From Darnell's signature - DoS - 202-663-1225 Press 1 then 0 for a live operator.

And I would call him/her as soon as possible.

[MSPtoYYZ 0]

Can you post the link to your interview? I read it (am at work now, or would go find it), and remember there was somthing written on the paperwork about fraud, yes? I can't remember the wording. Anyway, the folks here might not have read your review, and I think it might help.

From Darnell's signature - DoS - 202-663-1225 Press 1 then 0 for a live operator.

And I would call him/her as soon as possible.

I've never posted a link here before...hope I did this right: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/topic/257542-fraud-prevention-unit/page__pid__3953208__st__0entry3953208

[Married2009 32]

The link worked

And while it doesn't help your nerves after a 3 hour tantrum, you can be thankful that your hubby has a good bnd with your little girl. (Idle question - did the fact that he calmed her down so fast with one 'hush' make you want to bang your head on the desk? I would have.)

[Bern. 3]

That's so strange. :/ I brought my mother in law with me to the interview, and they even let her in the room with me.

I hope everything is resolved soon and that you get to be together asap.

[trailmix 77]

You mention in your review:

"It said they will take up to 4 weeks to process, and maybe they will let us know if we get another interview"

When you said "it said" do you mean the slip he was given - stating the information that needed to be sent in (tax return)?

I wouldn't wait to contact your congressperson or senator. You don't really know what you are waiting for here. Maybe you can get some information from DOS, however if you don't, can't hurt to contact your senator/congressperson now. You don't want to be sitting here 4-5 weeks from now wondering what the heck is going on, therefore by contacting them you will be able to have some communication with Montreal.

As for contacting Montreal directly, the only way to do that is by email and i'm sure you have read how slow they are in replying, if they bother to reply at all.

Edited May 27, 2010 by trailmix

[mtlgato 2]

I can attest to the fact that it takes a *long* time to get a reply by email from the MTL consulate: well over a month in my case!

I agree with trailmix that you should contact your congressperson or senator now.

Have I read on here that congresspeople are generally better at dealing with this sort of thing than are senators? Or did I dream that up? Does anyone have any relevant advice on that point? Or MSP maybe just send the same letter both to the senator and to the congressperson?

C.

You mention in your review:

"It said they will take up to 4 weeks to process, and maybe they will let us know if we get another interview"

Whe you said "it said" do you mean the slip he was given - stating the information that needed to be sent in (tax return)?

I wouldn't wait to contact your congressperson or senator. You don't really know what you are waiting for here. Maybe you can get some information from DOS, however if you don't, can't hurt to contact your senator/congressperson now. You don't want to be sitting here 4-5 weeks from now wondering what the heck is going on, therefore by contacting them you will be able to have some communication with Montreal.

As for contacting Montreal directly, the only way to do that is by email and i'm sure you have read how slow they are in replying, if they bother to reply at all.

[MSPtoYYZ 0]

You mention in your review:

"It said they will take up to 4 weeks to process, and maybe they will let us know if we get another interview"

When you said "it said" do you mean the slip he was given - stating the information that needed to be sent in (tax return)?

I wouldn't wait to contact your congressperson or senator. You don't really know what you are waiting for here. Maybe you can get some information from DOS, however if you don't, can't hurt to contact your senator/congressperson now. You don't want to be sitting here 4-5 weeks from now wondering what the heck is going on, therefore by contacting them you will be able to have some communication with Montreal.

As for contacting Montreal directly, the only way to do that is by email and i'm sure you have read how slow they are in replying, if they bother to reply at all.

It was the 221g that stated they will take 4 weeks to process and then contact us. I know that is not true, because they told mstangie the same thing for some papers they wanted from her hubby, and they have heard nothing since February!

I was thinking that my congressperson could not take any action until I waited until the time stated, ie '4 weeks'

[MSPtoYYZ 0]

The link worked

And while it doesn't help your nerves after a 3 hour tantrum, you can be thankful that your hubby has a good bnd with your little girl. (Idle question - did the fact that he calmed her down so fast with one 'hush' make you want to bang your head on the desk? I would have.)

I know...and then he tells me something is wrong with me because I can't get her to stop.