bad news- fiance visa

[msnino 0]

Please ,do not be discouraged . I know that it's hard , especially when you are just trying to be with the one you love . That's all any of us are trying to do. It's okay. We are all learning . Our first case was denied too . It was extremely frustrating . But without faith and patience ... need I say more? Take a deep breath and simply start over ,placing all proof / suporting documents together (nice and neat) .Everything will work out .Godwilling.Ok! Peace from msnino/ninotisha

[Maxx121 14]

I did EXACTLY the same thing and it was denied because i didnt send in the backup. When i applied the first time i wasnt sure so i called USCIS and the person on the phone told me it was ok to send if they need anything they will send me an RFE.

The people you call know nothing. They read from a script and if they dont know the answer they say what they think but they are not the ones processing your paperwork. After reading around i found that they dont have to deny your case and yes they can send you an RFE but most likely they will deny you.

I got denied on June 28th and refiled on July 23rd of this year and I am currently waiting for my NOA2. Dont even bother with an appeal its pointless more time and money than just refiling with all the correct paperwork.

If you call your congress man they can assist you for free if you go into their office with the completed packet, they will look it over for yout to tell you if you are missing anything and then you can send it.

My congressman is rep Meeks and he has someone in his office that takes care of immigration.

[ScottRusselle 0]

Yes, it's true. If you call the USCIS 1-800 number, you'll get inaccurate answers. When my fiance and I were first notified that we had an RFE, we called USCIS. The girl on the phone assured us that every applicant gets an RFE. We were told that an RFE is a standard part of the K1 petition process. Of course, we knew it wasn't true; we had seen many VJ members' timelines that didn't include RFEs. We wanted to correct her but figured we shouldn't bother, said thanks, and hung up. Were these people even oriented about immigration policies and procedures? Probably not.

[cbark 0]

Basically, you are looking at starting over. If you had followed the guidelines on VJ to the letter, this would not have happened. Always send all documentation in with the original application and appropriate fees. If you receive a Request for Evidence (RFE) then respond as quickly and completely as possible. Using an attorney will not speed it up, but if it is a very competent immigration lawyer, then the documents will all be organized when the application is sent in. Filing an appeal in most cases will not improve your time line.

If you had any idea about the amount of documents the USCIS receives every day, you would understand that the logistics of their system is considerably difficult. They use bar codes to scan each file when it changes hands, so they know who was the last person with the file.

Kathryn41 is right on about the 800 number. These people answering the phone haven't got a clue what is going on. They basically look at your case file number and read what is on the web site.

For anyone else preparing their application, study this carefully. Do not file anything until you have provided all the kinds of documents, evidence, etc. that is requested. Make sure you have a complete copy of everything that you send. If you receive an RFE, respond quickly and completely. And mostly wait for the time to pass. :bonk:

You have it right on all accounts. We will start over and all docs will be with the original application. Now waiting on the letter form USCIS. Then reapplying. Thank you to everyone for the advise on this matter. I hope in 4-5 months i can report back with good results.

Regards,

CB

[cbark 0]

I did EXACTLY the same thing and it was denied because i didnt send in the backup. When i applied the first time i wasnt sure so i called USCIS and the person on the phone told me it was ok to send if they need anything they will send me an RFE.

The people you call know nothing. They read from a script and if they dont know the answer they say what they think but they are not the ones processing your paperwork. After reading around i found that they dont have to deny your case and yes they can send you an RFE but most likely they will deny you.

I got denied on June 28th and refiled on July 23rd of this year and I am currently waiting for my NOA2. Dont even bother with an appeal its pointless more time and money than just refiling with all the correct paperwork.

If you call your congress man they can assist you for free if you go into their office with the completed packet, they will look it over for yout to tell you if you are missing anything and then you can send it.

My congressman is rep Meeks and he has someone in his office that takes care of immigration.

That is good advise , I agree , we have had a similar bad experience. Now looking forward to better days. Thank you

[cbark 0]

Please ,do not be discouraged . I know that it's hard , especially when you are just trying to be with the one you love . That's all any of us are trying to do. It's okay. We are all learning . Our first case was denied too . It was extremely frustrating . But without faith and patience ... need I say more? Take a deep breath and simply start over ,placing all proof / suporting documents together (nice and neat) .Everything will work out .Godwilling.Ok! Peace from msnino/ninotisha

This really helps me. thanks you so much!!!!