Calling DOS

[EAbbas 213]

I think should be new pattern to call the Dos Hotline Human, 'Honey Chile Boo Boo' when next addressing them over the phone.

Something like this..

'Now Look Here, Honey Chile Boo Boo, I know you don't know anything about my casefile - you can only see what's in the computer in front of you. Although, Boo Boo Chile, I'm asking for casefile status on my spouse's casefile - you really should have some indication of which department, which entity was last contacted for status on the namecheck. Ya, I know, It's on page 2 of your screen please to go page 2, Boo Boo Chile, and take another look'.

Whew.

LOL if nothing else you would either get a hang up or a laugh depending on who answered!

Edited January 8, 2012 by EAbbas

[Noah Lot 391]

I think should be new pattern to call the Dos Hotline Human, 'Honey Chile Boo Boo' when next addressing them over the phone.

Something like this..

'Now Look Here, Honey Chile Boo Boo, I know you don't know anything about my casefile - you can only see what's in the computer in front of you. Although, Boo Boo Chile, I'm asking for casefile status on my spouse's casefile - you really should have some indication of which department, which entity was last contacted for status on the namecheck. Ya, I know, It's on page 2 of your screen please to go page 2, Boo Boo Chile, and take another look'.

Whew.

for the self appointed experts....matters relating to visa issuances are protected by INA 222(f)....Boo Boo. The DoS folks generally cannot reveal specific information to the third party (spouses included) about a visa case. No doubt many of you believe that you are the exception to said law....but I doubt you will find your name in the section entitled: "The following really important people are exempt from this law:..."

yea...condescending comments to the Vo or embassy staff will really produce the results you want.

[Darnell 8,478]

ah. none of that missive is condescending. If you take it as such, that's yer problem, not mine.

[CDN2US 10]

Noah, I see from your post history that you are quite active in the Tourist Visa forum. I can't tell what personal stake you have in being here as you don't have a timeline nor any affiliation to a particular process.

My spouse's visa and our very lives hang on the decisions of people we are not allowed to talk with. We can't live together; we can't even begin to plan our dreams. We have no idea what is happening or why or how long it might take. It's maddening, depressing, frustrating, and very scary. Just as we approached the end, we are told no, no, not yet for you! I come here to feel the empathy of those who are also experiencing this. I have never "badgered" a DOS rep nor have I ever been condescending with them. I was instructed to call them for status updates, and that's all I can do.

You have been very rude and brusque, and I don't understand why you would take time out of your life to harangue and condescend to people here.

When I post in response to a member here, I try to ask myself if I'm sharing a fact that will answer a question or an experience that might feel helpful to the OP. Ive never had any issue with another member until you stumbled into this forum.

[Ban Hammer 13,346]

two posts removed

as one member can't participate without making personal swipes at other members along with cultural insults, that member's access to this thread has been removed.

Edited January 9, 2012 by charles!

[CDN2US 10]

Jeez, I go out to dinner, and see what I miss! Thank you, Charles. Best wishes to all those in the quagmire of AP!

[Mellow 8]

What's the best time (Washington time) to call DOS so that a human answers and not a machine ? Thanks.

[loroko01 0]

Anyone home??? The DOS does NOT adjudicate AP nor any other specific security checks...those are farmed out to other agencies, whose willingness to share information is minimal...there is no point in badgering DoS folks...they are not in control of these situations. DHS/USCIS/FBI and other agencies do various security checks (and probably others that no on knows about)...and for those of you who firmly believe you could do a better job, well, why not attempt to take and pass the exams required to be a foreign service officer??? I doubt that one in a hundred of you could do it.

These call centers are mostly located in Mexico and Central America. I am sure they have no more information than we do.

[Mellow 8]

Anyone had success talking to a human in DOS recently ? What time (Washington time) did you call ?

[yomi0518 8]

Anyone had success talking to a human in DOS recently ? What time (Washington time) did you call ?

When you call when the operator is talking press 1 and then 0 and wait ,sombody will be with u on the phone

[Mellow 8]

When you call when the operator is talking press 1 and then 0 and wait ,sombody will be with u on the phone

Thanks but I want to know the time because the petitioner called at 8:30 am and it's just a machine talking. No human answers even after pressing those numbers.