Should I ask my Congressman?

[Ruemonst 0]

I filed my second K-1 visa for the same woman on April 15th.

After 5 months I contacted USCIS. I received an email saying that

my petition was under additional review. If I don't have an answer

in 6 months call back.

I thought that it would be faster the second time around. The

first time it took 9 months from filing to interview at the embassy.

I sent nearly the exact same package as I did on my first K-1.

Anyway, Should I ask my congressman to help?

I'm having visions of the person working my case standing in the doorway

talking to co workers. Or worse, lost my file.

My first K-1 was cancelled without prejudice. USCIS said that I could

file another at any time.

Thanks for any suggestions,

Ed

[Spoon 7]

When we was in process for our K1, I engaged my congressman. His office called the USCIS on my behalf to get status. Since I was over five months but less than six months, the USCIS told my congressman's office to try again when we hit the six month mark. We were approved shortly after so we never asked anything more of them. In your case, I don't think it would hurt since you are eight months in. You'd probably get the same info if you call but it engaging them will probably save you some frustration dealing with the call center and it is nice to feel like you have someone in your corner.