NVC: Cairo Embassy IR-1/CR-1

[together4evr 360]

Kokylolo,

My prayers will be with you. Just stay inside and enjoy time with your husband.

Egypt is just a bunch of dust and donkeys-you are not missing much.

heehehe

Ok I lied. I love Egypt but I do not want you to feel bad about staying inside. Have fun!! and good luck at the interview

Edited February 6, 2012 by togetherforever13

[kokylolo 7]

Kokylolo,

My prayers will be with you. Just stay inside and enjoy time with your husband.

Egypt is just a bunch of dust and donkeys-you are not missing much.

heehehe

Ok I lied. I love Egypt but I do not want you to feel bad about staying inside. Have fun!! and good luck at the interview

Thank you for your kind words. I am more than excited to spend time with my husband as I am sure you know the feeling. It will be 8 months that we have been apart. It was a painful experience to say the least. This last week has gone by so quickly as both our birthdays and Valentine's Day are around the same time and I have been shopping like a crazy woman

And as far as Egypt goes, we will be living there in 10 years, so I am not too concerned about missing anything these last trips. I'm just a little nervous from all the violence.

[MahaAhmed 1]

Thank you for your kind words. I am more than excited to spend time with my husband as I am sure you know the feeling. It will be 8 months that we have been apart. It was a painful experience to say the least. This last week has gone by so quickly as both our birthdays and Valentine's Day are around the same time and I have been shopping like a crazy woman

And as far as Egypt goes, we will be living there in 10 years, so I am not too concerned about missing anything these last trips. I'm just a little nervous from all the violence.

Good luck over there I think it will get better ISA.

[together4evr 360]

EZRA HASSAN HUSBAND GOT THE VISA TODAY!! CONGRATS!!!

1.Wendy<Ahmed-----------------Oct 2, 2011---He is still waiting for Visa

2.Cami & Eslam(luv4eslam)-----Nov 13, 2011 He put his visa on hold for maybe a year to stay in egypt-MAN

3.Nababdurrahman -------------Nov 20, 2011- told within 7-10 days after more papers------------- HE GOT IT IN 39 DAYS

4.Mero Rob -------------------Nov 22, 2011 -needed to send more papers----------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 44 DAYS

5.wghabour-interview ---------Nov 22 more papers needed -MAN

6.Tp1986 ---------------------Nov 22, 2011 needed more papers-MAN--------------------------------------HE GOT IT 65 DAYS

7.Rami & Yosra----------------Nov 29, 2011 Told you will get it in 7---------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

8.Aly174 ---------------------Dec 1, 2011-was told possibly 1-2 weeks MALE

9.pyramids -------------------Dec 4, 2011 -told within 1 week------------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

10.TamerA --------------------Dec 6, 2011 She was Told 1-2 weeks-------------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

11.Marymina119 ----------------Dec. 8, 2011- told approx 1 week ---------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

12.Yesterdaysrain23 -------------Dec 11, 2011-more papers-MALE-VISA RELEASED FEB 2ND!!!

13.Zawgyosama -------------------Dec 13, 2011-more evidence needed. MALE----********SHE GOT AN EMAIL THE VISA IS BEING PRINTED!!!!

14.(Ruby56) Bev&Hadi ------------Dec 14, 2011-more papers needed Man

15.MagdaEssam(habibi83) ---------Dec 15, 2011-told 10days -2 weeks max---------------------------HE GOT IT IN 14 DAYS

16.Stu_Mathews interview---------Dec 14 told he will get it in 10 days----------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

17.Lina Tarek(jralsibai)---------Dec 19, 2011-----NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE NICE TO HEAR AN UPDATE

18 Sherif23 ---------------------Dec 21, 2011-He was told 2 weeks--------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 20 DAYS

19 keko -------------------------NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE SO NICE FOR YOU TO UPDATE US

20 Mohamed1980 ------------------Jan 5, 2012-She was told in 1 week-----------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 13 DAYS

21 MahaAhmed --------------------Jan 9, 2012 HE GOT APPROVED with AP 1-2 MONTHS

22 bondokw5o5a4ever--------------Jan 9, 2012 SHE WAS TOLD 7 DAYS TILL SHE GETS THE VISA

23 Soza Joe----------------------Jan 11, 2012-SHE-told she will get it within 7 days and--------SHE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS

24 madanisgirl ------------------Jan 12, 2012-HE-----Approved told AP 1-6 weeks

25 merorafo22 -------------------Jan 12, 2012-SHE GOT APPROVED----------------------------------SHE GOT VISA IN 12 DAYS

26 CarolBasha (and Ahmed) -------Jan 17, 2012-HE-APPROVED Visa in 1 month after more papers.

27.Togetherforever13 ------------Jan 19, 2012-HE APPROVED WITH 14 WEEKS AP

28.AhmedAnna---------------------Jan 19, 2012--------------------------------------------------HE GOT THE VISA IN 7 DAYS

29.Emad Desouky -----------------Jan 19, 2012-HE-APPROVED-SUBMIT MORE PAPERS

30.mer&damby308 -----------------Jan 22, 2012-HE APPROVED!! HE WAS TOLD 3 WEEKS

31.mariekemo --------------------Jan 24, 2012-HE APPROVED-more papers and wait 15 days

32.Ezra Hassan ------------------Jan 30, 2012-HE---------------------TOLD 1-2 WEEKS-HE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS!! :dance:

33.Kokylolo----------------------Feb 13, 2012-HE--------------------------------------HE IS NEXT!!!!!!!

34.J.G.I (Sarah and John DCF FILERS)----------Feb 21, 2012-HE

Edited February 7, 2012 by togetherforever13

[together4evr 360]

EZRA HASSAN HUSBAND GOT THE VISA TODAY!! CONGRATS!!! HE WAS DCF

1.Wendy<Ahmed-----------------Oct 2, 2011---He is still waiting for Visa

2.Cami & Eslam(luv4eslam)-----Nov 13, 2011 He put his visa on hold for maybe a year to stay in egypt-MAN

3.Nababdurrahman -------------Nov 20, 2011- told within 7-10 days after more papers------------- HE GOT IT IN 39 DAYS

4.Mero Rob -------------------Nov 22, 2011 -needed to send more papers----------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 44 DAYS

5.wghabour-interview ---------Nov 22 more papers needed -MAN

6.Tp1986 ---------------------Nov 22, 2011 needed more papers-MAN--------------------------------------HE GOT IT 65 DAYS

7.Rami & Yosra----------------Nov 29, 2011 Told you will get it in 7---------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

8.Aly174 ---------------------Dec 1, 2011-was told possibly 1-2 weeks MALE

9.pyramids -------------------Dec 4, 2011 -told within 1 week------------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

10.TamerA --------------------Dec 6, 2011 She was Told 1-2 weeks-------------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

11.Marymina119 ----------------Dec. 8, 2011- told approx 1 week ---------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

12.Yesterdaysrain23 -------------Dec 11, 2011-more papers-MALE-VISA RELEASED FEB 2ND!!!

13.Zawgyosama -------------------Dec 13, 2011-more evidence needed. MALE----********SHE GOT AN EMAIL THE VISA IS BEING PRINTED!!!!

14.(Ruby56) Bev&Hadi ------------Dec 14, 2011-more papers needed Man

15.MagdaEssam(habibi83) ---------Dec 15, 2011-told 10days -2 weeks max---------------------------HE GOT IT IN 14 DAYS

16.Stu_Mathews interview---------Dec 14 told he will get it in 10 days----------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

17.Lina Tarek(jralsibai)---------Dec 19, 2011-----NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE NICE TO HEAR AN UPDATE

18 Sherif23 ---------------------Dec 21, 2011-He was told 2 weeks--------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 20 DAYS

19 keko -------------------------NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE SO NICE FOR YOU TO UPDATE US

20 Mohamed1980 ------------------Jan 5, 2012-She was told in 1 week-----------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 13 DAYS

21 MahaAhmed --------------------Jan 9, 2012 HE GOT APPROVED with AP 1-2 MONTHS

22 bondokw5o5a4ever--------------Jan 9, 2012 SHE WAS TOLD 7 DAYS TILL SHE GETS THE VISA

23 Soza Joe----------------------Jan 11, 2012-SHE-told she will get it within 7 days and--------SHE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS

24 madanisgirl ------------------Jan 12, 2012-HE-----Approved told AP 1-6 weeks

25 merorafo22 -------------------Jan 12, 2012-SHE GOT APPROVED----------------------------------SHE GOT VISA IN 12 DAYS

26 CarolBasha (and Ahmed) -------Jan 17, 2012-HE-APPROVED Visa in 1 month after more papers.

27.Togetherforever13 ------------Jan 19, 2012-HE APPROVED WITH 14 WEEKS AP

28.AhmedAnna---------------------Jan 19, 2012--------------------------------------------------HE GOT THE VISA IN 7 DAYS

29.Emad Desouky -----------------Jan 19, 2012-HE-APPROVED-SUBMIT MORE PAPERS

30.mer&damby308 -----------------Jan 22, 2012-HE APPROVED!! HE WAS TOLD 3 WEEKS

31.mariekemo --------------------Jan 24, 2012-HE APPROVED-more papers and wait 15 days

32.Ezra Hassan ------------------Jan 30, 2012-HE---------------------TOLD 1-2 WEEKS-HE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS!! HE FILED DCF :dance:

33.Kokylolo----------------------Feb 13, 2012-HE--------------------------------------HE IS NEXT!!!!!!!

34.J.G.I (Sarah and John DCF FILERS)----------Feb 21, 2012-HE

Edited February 7, 2012 by togetherforever13

[together4evr 360]

CONGRATS MARIEKEMO GOT HIS VISA IN 13 DAYS!!!!!!!!!!

1.Wendy<Ahmed-----------------Oct 2, 2011---He is still waiting for Visa

2.Cami & Eslam(luv4eslam)-----Nov 13, 2011 He put his visa on hold for maybe a year to stay in egypt-MAN

3.Nababdurrahman -------------Nov 20, 2011- told within 7-10 days after more papers------------- HE GOT IT IN 39 DAYS

4.Mero Rob -------------------Nov 22, 2011 -needed to send more papers----------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 44 DAYS

5.wghabour-interview ---------Nov 22 more papers needed -MAN

6.Tp1986 ---------------------Nov 22, 2011 needed more papers-MAN--------------------------------------HE GOT IT 65 DAYS

7.Rami & Yosra----------------Nov 29, 2011 Told you will get it in 7---------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

8.Aly174 ---------------------Dec 1, 2011-was told possibly 1-2 weeks MALE

9.pyramids -------------------Dec 4, 2011 -told within 1 week------------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

10.TamerA --------------------Dec 6, 2011 She was Told 1-2 weeks-------------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

11.Marymina119 ----------------Dec. 8, 2011- told approx 1 week ---------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

12.Yesterdaysrain23 -------------Dec 11, 2011-more papers-MALE-VISA RELEASED FEB 2ND!!!

13.Zawgyosama -------------------Dec 13, 2011-more evidence needed. MALE----********SHE GOT AN EMAIL THE VISA IS BEING PRINTED!!!!

14.(Ruby56) Bev&Hadi ------------Dec 14, 2011-more papers needed Man

15.MagdaEssam(habibi83) ---------Dec 15, 2011-told 10days -2 weeks max---------------------------HE GOT IT IN 14 DAYS

16.Stu_Mathews interview---------Dec 14 told he will get it in 10 days----------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

17.Lina Tarek(jralsibai)---------Dec 19, 2011-----NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE NICE TO HEAR AN UPDATE

18 Sherif23 ---------------------Dec 21, 2011-He was told 2 weeks--------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 20 DAYS

19 keko -------------------------NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE SO NICE FOR YOU TO UPDATE US

20 Mohamed1980 ------------------Jan 5, 2012-She was told in 1 week-----------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 13 DAYS

21 MahaAhmed --------------------Jan 9, 2012 HE GOT APPROVED with AP 1-2 MONTHS

22 bondokw5o5a4ever--------------Jan 9, 2012 SHE WAS TOLD 7 DAYS TILL SHE GETS THE VISA

23 Soza Joe----------------------Jan 11, 2012-SHE-told she will get it within 7 days and--------SHE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS

24 madanisgirl ------------------Jan 12, 2012-HE-----Approved told AP 1-6 weeks

25 merorafo22 -------------------Jan 12, 2012-SHE GOT APPROVED----------------------------------SHE GOT VISA IN 12 DAYS

26 CarolBasha (and Ahmed) -------Jan 17, 2012-HE-APPROVED Visa in 1 month after more papers.

27.Togetherforever13 ------------Jan 19, 2012-HE APPROVED WITH 14 WEEKS AP

28.AhmedAnna---------------------Jan 19, 2012--------------------------------------------------HE GOT THE VISA IN 7 DAYS

29.Emad Desouky -----------------Jan 19, 2012-HE-APPROVED-SUBMIT MORE PAPERS

30.mer&damby308 -----------------Jan 22, 2012-HE APPROVED!! HE WAS TOLD 3 WEEKS

31.mariekemo --------------------Jan 24, 2012-HE APPROVED-more papers and wait 15 days-HE GOT IT IN 13 DAYS!! :dance:

32.Ezra Hassan ------------------Jan 30, 2012-HE---------------------TOLD 1-2 WEEKS-HE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS!! HE FILED DCF

33.Kokylolo----------------------Feb 13, 2012-HE--------------------------------------HE IS NEXT!!!!!!!

34.J.G.I (Sarah and John DCF FILERS)----------Feb 21, 2012-HE

Edited February 7, 2012 by togetherforever13

[together4evr 360]

Last 2 warnings from US embassy in Cairo

http://egypt.usembas...r/travpubl.html

KEEP YOURSELF INFORMED WITH THIS SITE THAT GIVES US EMERGENCY MESSAGES FROM EMBASSY. ALSO WHEN YOU REGISE ONLINE YOU CAN GIVE OUR EMAIL ADDRESS OR PHONE SO THEY CAN GIVE YOU WARNINGS OR UPDATES.

BE SAFE

Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens No. 3: Alert About Continued Demonstrations February 2nd, 2012

Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens No. 3: Alert About Continued Demonstrations - February 2, 2012

February 2, 2012

This emergency message is to alert U.S. citizens that on February 1, 2012 a soccer match in Port Said turned violent resulting in the death of over seventy people. Due to this incident a soccer match in Cairo was cancelled. In protest fans set fire to the stadium at that venue. A special session of Parliament is scheduled today to discuss these events. The high level of emotion over these occurrences, coupled with already planned demonstrations in the downtown area, have elevated concerns over the likelihood of street clashes and significant traffic congestion. Many of these groups may pass near the U.S. Embassy in Garden City toward the People’s Assembly building. U.S. citizens who do not live or work near downtown should avoid the area.

Additionally, as calls for protest are continuing through the weekend, US citizens who do not live and work near downtown are advised to avoid Tahrir Square and the surrounding areas. One of the teams involved in the Port Said match was a Zamalek club team. As their headquarters are located in Zamalek on Gabriel Street (near the Opera House) there is a possibility of large gatherings today and through the weekend in this area as well.

U.S. citizens should elevate their overall level of attentiveness, particularly to large gatherings, and should monitor local news broadcasts for updated information about locations of possible demonstrations. U.S. citizens visiting Cairo should seek information from their hotel or tour guide in planning their activities. Even demonstrations or events intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and possibly escalate into violence. The Embassy reminds all U.S. citizens to avoid areas where large crowds are assembling.

The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to review their personal security plans and remain alert to their surroundings at all times in Egypt. For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department of State’s Internet website where the Worldwide Caution, Country Specific Information for Egypt, Travel Warnings, and Travel Alerts, including the current Travel Alert for Egypt, can be found. You can also follow the Bureau of Consular Affairs on Twitter and on Facebook. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, or, for callers outside of the United States and Canada, on a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

U.S. citizens are advised to maintain valid travel documents and enroll with the Department of State or the U.S. Embassy Cairo through the State Department Smart Traveler Enrollment Program website, https://travelregistration.state.gov. For further information, U.S. citizens may call the Embassy’s American Citizen Services Unit at 2797-2301 during business hours, Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. For emergencies after business hours and on weekends and holidays, U.S. citizens can contact the Embassy Duty Officer via the Embassy switchboard at 2797-3300. The Embassy is located at 5 Tawfik Diab Street (formerly known as Latin America Street), Garden City, Cairo.

Emergency Message

Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens No. 4: Increased incidents of carjacking

February 7, 2012

The Embassy has received reports from contacts in the business and diplomatic community of carjackings occurring in the greater Cairo area. While the majority of these carjackings generally occur during late night/early morning hours, an attack can happen anywhere at any time. In some cases it appears certain models of vehicle (newer SUVs) are specifically targeted and ultimately ransomed back to the owner. One recent example took place along the Cairo-Suez Road linking Carrefour and Zahraa Al-Maadi in eastern Cairo. This particular incident occurred in the afternoon and involved armed individuals stopping the SUV, extracting the passengers, and driving away with the stolen vehicle.

The Embassy would like to take this opportunity to remind Americans of the appropriate response in the unlikely event that you are involved in a situation similar to the one noted above.

Most carjackings occur for the sole purpose of taking the car; it is a crime without a political agenda and does not specifically target Americans. You can protect yourself by becoming familiar with the methods, ruses, and locations commonly used by carjackers. Recent incidents suggest the best response to ensure personal safety is compliance and turning over the vehicle immediately.

Avoiding Attacks

The first step to avoiding an attack is to stay alert at all times and be aware of your environment. The most likely places for a carjacking are high crime areas, lesser traveled roads (rural areas), intersections where you must stop, isolated parking lots, residential driveways and gates, and traffic jams or congested areas.

While it is impossible to avoid these situations completely, we advise Americans to take steps to prevent an attack. Keep your doors locked and windows up. In traffic, look around for possible avenues of escape. Keep at least a half a car length between you and the next vehicle so you can maneuver easily. When stopped, use your rear and side view mirrors to stay aware of your surroundings.

Attackers may use a ruse to control a victim. In order to draw the victim out of the vehicle, carjackers may bump the victim in traffic or stage an accident at the side of the road. Alternatively, carjackers may follow the victim home and block the car in the driveway as you wait for the gate to open.

If you are bumped from behind or if someone tries to alert you to a problem with your vehicle, pull over only when you reach a safe public place. If you see an accident, it may be safer to report it to emergency responders than stopping to assist yourself. When you are driving home, call ahead to have the gate opened. Otherwise, wait on the street until the gate is open before stopping somewhere you could be easily trapped. In all cases keep your cell phone with you and immediately alert someone regarding your situation.

During an Attack

In most carjacking situations, the attackers are interested only in the vehicle. Stay calm and do not stare at the attacker (this may appear aggressive). There are two options during an attack: non-confrontational behavior and resistive behavior.

In the non-confrontational situation, you would give up the vehicle freely. Do nothing that could be interpreted as a counter-attack and advise the attacker of any actions you take in advance. Make sure the attacker knows if children are present in the car.

In a resistive response, you would try to escape or attack the carjacker. Before doing so, consider the situation as a whole. Your reaction should be based on the type of attack, the environment, the number of attackers and their mental state, and the presence of weapons or children. In most instances, it is probably safest to give up your vehicle.

After an Attack

After an attack, go to a safe place before contacting someone to report the incident. When you are reporting the incident, describe the event noting the time of day, the location, the method, and the actors involved. Describe the attacker(s) noting height, weight, scars or other marks, hair and eye color, and facial hair. Describe the attacker’s vehicle noting the license number, color, make, model, and year, as well as any marks (scratches, dents, damage) and personal decorations (stickers, colored wheels). The golden rule for descriptions is to give only that information you absolutely remember. If you are not sure, don’t guess!

Conclusion

Avoidance is the best way to prevent an attack. Use your judgment to evaluate the situation and possible reactions. Know safe areas to go to in an emergency. Always carry your cell phone and keep emergency numbers up to date in the phone. To report an emergency or call for help in Egypt, dial 122. Non-confrontation and compliance is generally the best response. The objective is safety and survival. Please share this and all Emergency Messages with family and U.S. citizens in your community.

The Embassy reminds U.S. citizens to review their personal security plans and remain alert to their surroundings at all times in Egypt. For the latest security information, U.S. citizens traveling abroad should regularly monitor the Department of State’s Internet website where the Worldwide Caution, Country Specific Information for Egypt, Travel Warnings, and Travel Alerts, including the current Travel Alert for Egypt, can be found. You can also follow the Bureau of Consular Affairs on Twitter and on Facebook. Up-to-date information on security can also be obtained by calling 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada, or, for callers outside of the United States and Canada, on a regular toll-line at 1-202-501-4444. These numbers are available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).

U.S. citizens are advised to maintain valid travel documents and enroll with the Department of State or the U.S. Embassy Cairo through the State Department Smart Traveler Enrollment Program website, https://travelregistration.state.gov. For further information, U.S. citizens may call the Embassy’s American Citizen Services Unit at 2797-2301 during business hours, Sunday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. For emergencies after business hours and on weekends and holidays, U.S. citizens can contact the Embassy Duty Officer via the Embassy switchboard at 2797-3300. The Embassy is located at 5 Tawfik Diab Street (formerly known as Latin America Street), Garden City, Cairo.

[together4evr 360]

There are over 200,000 names on the hit list

if one of your names matches one of the terrorists names then ou will get AP

You can google names of 911 terorist

There are over 200,000 names on the hit list and if any of your names fits one of their names you will be placed on AP

http://en.wikipedia....mber_11_attacks

Saeed Alghamdi - Alive

Ahmed Ibrahim A. Al Haznawi

Ahmed Alnami - Alive

Ziad Samir Jarrah

Cammid Al-Madar

Majar Mokhed

Salem Al Hazni

Nawar Al Hazni

Mosear Caned Khalid Almihdhar - Alive?

Majed Moqed

Salem Alhazmi - Alive

Nawaf Alhazmi

Hani

Marwan Al-Shehhi

Fayez Rashid Ahmed Hassan Al Qadi Banihammad

Ahmed Alghamdi

Hamza Alghamdi

Mohand Alshehri – Alive

Mohamed Atta

Adnan Bukhari

Ameer Bukhari

Abdul Alomari

Amer Kamfar

Mohamed Atta

Waleed M. Alshehri - Alive

Wail M. Alshehri - Alive

Abdulaziz Alomari - Alive

Satam M.A. Al Suqami

National Commission on Terrorist Attacks Upon the United States

The muscle hijackers 'picked by bin Ladin':

Satam al Suqami,

Wail and Waleed al Shehri (two brothers) Both Alive,

Abdul Aziz al Omari Alive, Fayez Banihammad (from the UAE),

Ahmed al Ghamdi, Hamza al Ghamdi, Mohand al Shehri Alive, Saeed al Ghamdi Alive, Ahmad al Haznawi, Ahmed al Nami Alive, Majed Moqed, and Salem al Hazmi Alive (the brother of Nawaf al Hazmi).

I know Mohamed was a leader too

[MahaAhmed 1]

Lol I knew my hubby's name was on the list....he had to go thro this to get clearance for his job in Egypt...what I want to know is how long it'll take to get it cleared :/

Btw as usual you are great at researching. Hope they are working on the cases. And hopefully ppl stay safe in Egypt. Shouldn't they see the violence there and try to bring our spouses faster?

[together4evr 360]

HI Wendy

Have you tried either of these yet?

It is way too early for the WRIT but I wonder about the FOIA.

Also I did not know DOS has an email???? Cool another way to sty in contact...as if I have not contacted enough people by phone or email

http://www.usaimmigrationattorney.com/SecurityNameChecksAndAdministrativeReview.html

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.

**WRIT OF MANDAMUS: What is this Writ and How is it Obtained?

"Writ of Mandamus" refes to a federal court order signed by a federal district judge which directs the Consular Official in the State Department's U.S. Consulate abroad to decide whether to issue a visa or not within a short time. It is appropriate ONLY in a limited number of extra-ordinary cases, where the visa applicant's waiting time has been extremely long. It requires that the U.S. Citizen Visa Petitioner be prepared to spend the time, effort and money to file a federal court lawsuit, namely, an Action for Writ of Mandamus, in the District Court where the Petitioner resides. It is also generally required that reasonable documented efforts be made with Immigration Service or U.S. Consulate and State Department BEFORE filing suit in court.

As explained by the U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit:

"Mandamus is an extraordinary remedy and is available to compel a federal official to perform a duty only if: (1) the individual's claim is clear and certain; (2) the official's duty is nondiscretionary, ministerial, and so plainly prescribed as to be free from doubt, and (3) no other adequate remedy is available. Azurin v. Von Raab, 803 F.2d 993, 995 (9th Cir.1986)."

A Writ of Mandamus is usually not appropriate for a Visa Petitioner and Applicant whose case has been placed into Administrative Review for only a few days, weeks or even months. However, it may be appropriate for a case which has been waiting for many, many months and even years. See: Patel v. Reno (U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Cir., No. 96-55359a, Jan. 16, 1998)(Court issues Writ of Mandamus to Consular Officials at U.S. Consulate in Bombay, India because "consulate had a duty to act" when Petitioner's family visa applications were under administrative review for EIGHT (8) years without decision). For more general information, see: Writ of Mandamus Process Practice Advisory from AILF.

Edited February 8, 2012 by togetherforever13

[together4evr 360]

I complained alot to the embassy people about the AP website. I told them they would have less emailes and less phone calls if they had a accurate AP site.

Today I found the case online in pending cases.

Yesterday DOS said still under review for mandatory AP

Wendy-can you find your case online now?

[together4evr 360]

Zawgyosama GOT THE VISA TODAY!!! THEY HAVE BEEN MARRIED ALMOST 3 YEARS!!! WELCOME TO AMERICA OSAMA!!!

1.Wendy<Ahmed-----------------Oct 2, 2011---He is still waiting for Visa

2.Cami & Eslam(luv4eslam)-----Nov 13, 2011 He put his visa on hold for maybe a year to stay in egypt-MAN

3.Nababdurrahman -------------Nov 20, 2011- told within 7-10 days after more papers------------- HE GOT IT IN 39 DAYS

4.Mero Rob -------------------Nov 22, 2011 -needed to send more papers----------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 44 DAYS

5.wghabour-interview ---------Nov 22 more papers needed -MAN

6.Tp1986 ---------------------Nov 22, 2011 needed more papers-MAN--------------------------------------HE GOT IT 65 DAYS

7.Rami & Yosra----------------Nov 29, 2011 Told you will get it in 7---------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

8.Aly174 ---------------------Dec 1, 2011-was told possibly 1-2 weeks MALE

9.pyramids -------------------Dec 4, 2011 -told within 1 week------------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

10.TamerA --------------------Dec 6, 2011 She was Told 1-2 weeks-------------------------------- SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

11.Marymina119 ----------------Dec. 8, 2011- told approx 1 week ---------------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 10 DAYS

12.Yesterdaysrain23 -------------Dec 11, 2011-more papers-MALE-VISA RELEASED FEB 2ND!!!

13.Zawgyosama -------------------Dec 13, 2011-more evidence needed. MALE-HE GOT THE VISA 57 DAYS!!! :dance:

14.(Ruby56) Bev&Hadi ------------Dec 14, 2011-more papers needed Man

15.MagdaEssam(habibi83) ---------Dec 15, 2011-told 10days -2 weeks max---------------------------HE GOT IT IN 14 DAYS

16.Stu_Mathews interview---------Dec 14 told he will get it in 10 days----------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 8 DAYS

17.Lina Tarek(jralsibai)---------Dec 19, 2011-----NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE NICE TO HEAR AN UPDATE

18 Sherif23 ---------------------Dec 21, 2011-He was told 2 weeks--------------------------------HE GOT IT IN 20 DAYS

19 keko -------------------------NO UPDATES-IT WOULD BE SO NICE FOR YOU TO UPDATE US

20 Mohamed1980 ------------------Jan 5, 2012-She was told in 1 week-----------------------------SHE GOT IT IN 13 DAYS

21 MahaAhmed --------------------Jan 9, 2012 HE GOT APPROVED with AP 1-2 MONTHS

22 bondokw5o5a4ever--------------Jan 9, 2012 SHE WAS TOLD 7 DAYS TILL SHE GETS THE VISA

23 Soza Joe----------------------Jan 11, 2012-SHE-told she will get it within 7 days and--------SHE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS

24 madanisgirl ------------------Jan 12, 2012-HE-----Approved told AP 1-6 weeks

25 merorafo22 -------------------Jan 12, 2012-SHE GOT APPROVED----------------------------------SHE GOT VISA IN 12 DAYS

26 CarolBasha (and Ahmed) -------Jan 17, 2012-HE-APPROVED Visa in 1 month after more papers.

27.Togetherforever13 ------------Jan 19, 2012-HE APPROVED WITH 14 WEEKS AP

28.AhmedAnna---------------------Jan 19, 2012--------------------------------------------------HE GOT THE VISA IN 7 DAYS

29.Emad Desouky -----------------Jan 19, 2012-HE-APPROVED-SUBMIT MORE PAPERS

30.mer&damby308 -----------------Jan 22, 2012-HE APPROVED!! HE WAS TOLD 3 WEEKS

31.mariekemo --------------------Jan 24, 2012-HE APPROVED-more papers and wait 15 days-HE GOT IT IN 13 DAYS!!

32.Ezra Hassan ------------------Jan 30, 2012-HE---------------------TOLD 1-2 WEEKS-HE GOT IT IN 7 DAYS!! HE FILED DCF

33.Kokylolo----------------------Feb 13, 2012-HE--------------------------------------HE IS NEXT!!!!!!!

34.J.G.I (Sarah and John DCF FILERS)----------Feb 21, 2012-HE

Edited February 8, 2012 by togetherforever13

[oabdelra 2]

togetherforever, thanks for the reply! I am just curious what is the process for obtaining the police certificate from Egypt? My wife went to the police station and got her certificate (el feesh wel tashbeeh) (stamped by the ministry of interior)...is there anything else we need for the police certificate? Like stamps from the ministry of foreign affairs and translations?

[MahaAhmed 1]

togetherforever, thanks for the reply! I am just curious what is the process for obtaining the police certificate from Egypt? My wife went to the police station and got her certificate (el feesh wel tashbeeh) (stamped by the ministry of interior)...is there anything else we need for the police certificate? Like stamps from the ministry of foreign affairs and translations?

If this is the one you're submitting to the nvc I believe you need the stamp from the ministry of foreign affairs and fOr sure need a translation (I think my husband got it translated at the ministry of justice but I'll ask him to make sure.

If it's a newer one for the interview I don't think you need a translation but they never asked us for a newer one.

[oabdelra 2]

If this is the one you're submitting to the nvc I believe you need the stamp from the ministry of foreign affairs and fOr sure need a translation (I think my husband got it translated at the ministry of justice but I'll ask him to make sure.

If it's a newer one for the interview I don't think you need a translation but they never asked us for a newer one.

Can I get it translated here at a notary in the US? Also, are you sure about the Ministry of Foreign Affairs? The NVC website only says ministry of interior and I called NVC, they told me ministry of interior only? I am confused