MTL Timeline to Interview

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

Sorry about that, I'm still pissed. My mom and "little" brother (6'1", 245 LBS.) were just refused entry to the US at Pearson. They were flying down to Vegas to see my older brother and then they were all going to return to Toronto. Each had a round trip ticket on Air Canada. That's two refusals for both now. I was told once that a refusal (permission to withdraw application to enter) will have little to no effect on an immigration application (PR via IR5). Does anybody have this kind of experience? If so, what happened at the consulate, were you refused or hassled?

BTW, Montreal is a great place. The last time dear old dad was there was when he went to see Expo so it's been a while.

That should have no bearing on their immigrant visa applications/interview at the consulate. Lots of people here were denied entry to visit the U.S. while in process for various visas. Stacey33 is the first one to come to mind.

What reason did CBP give to refuse them the first and second times? Lack of ties? Were they told not to come back until they had visas in hand?

They gave the classic "lack of ties" bit. I was also refused back in May (their first time, my second) on a Friday and subsequently entered on a Saturday. The officer stated that they should not have been allowed to enter at the Ambassador bridge, on the Saturday. One of the main reasons my parents are getting their GCs is so they can visit my older brother without getting hassled, that and the weather where he is. First time they were refused entry, we were told that this wouldn't be a problem if we had round trip tickets. At Pearson they were told that if they drove over the border there wouldn't be a problem.

[misa 2]

It always differs from officer to officer but if they want to try again, have them bring more than just a return ticket. Proof of Canadian employment, school enrollment, residence (apartment lease or mortgage), utility bills, etc.

And since their IR applications are pending, they may also want to bring a copy of their case file.

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

It always differs from officer to officer but if they want to try again, have them bring more than just a return ticket. Proof of Canadian employment, school enrollment, residence (apartment lease or mortgage), utility bills, etc.

And since their IR applications are pending, they may also want to bring a copy of their case file.

Mom and Dad aren't sweating it. It's just becoming a royal pain. After Montreal some of this situation will resolve itself. C'mon Montreal, allons-y. Vite, vite. Things aren't as bad as poor Ron's situation though.

[Ron/Sharon 0]

I have permission to go to the States after a denial at the consulate, leaving tomorrow afternoon crossing at the peace bridge. I went to the airport in Ottawa and was told I could get a parole from them to enter the States also but the price of flying right now is too much for us so I am going by bus. there was no question about my bringing proof coming back just a reason for wanting to go to the States.

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

I have permission to go to the States after a denial at the consulate, leaving tomorrow afternoon crossing at the peace bridge. I went to the airport in Ottawa and was told I could get a parole from them to enter the States also but the price of flying right now is too much for us so I am going by bus. there was no question about my bringing proof coming back just a reason for wanting to go to the States.

Glad to hear it.

[Lona.C. 16]

I have permission to go to the States after a denial at the consulate, leaving tomorrow afternoon crossing at the peace bridge. I went to the airport in Ottawa and was told I could get a parole from them to enter the States also but the price of flying right now is too much for us so I am going by bus. there was no question about my bringing proof coming back just a reason for wanting to go to the States.

you go have a save trip and best reguards to sharon

[Chica Yeyé 41]

I guess they slack on DCF because "after all" the couples are together . Granted, we DCF'ers live together as opposed to K's and CR's, but still.... they should just allow us in cuz' we're freakinnnn fabulous. All of us

[L_n_O 3]

Does anyone know if MTL is accepting phone calls again?

I think I'm going to bite the bullet and call today..

cuz you all are a bunch of wooooooseeesss!!!

Update: still not answering the phones in MTL

**emailed Montreal**

Edited September 7, 2007 by liz_legend 'n Ol

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

cuz you all are a bunch of wooooooseeesss!!!

Them's fighting words

[L_n_O 3]

=) I know

So bring it!!!

PS. Montreal's response to my email: "Not yet. Thank you"

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

=) I know

So bring it!!!

PS. Montreal's response to my email: "Not yet. Thank you"

I'd love to bring it, unfortunately senescence has set in and I can't remember where I put it. I really love the smiley.

I can't believe MTL used "thank you" in the e-mail. They don't even address me, just type in answers on my sent e-mail. I hope that's a good omen.

[Melyssa 0]

=) I know

So bring it!!!

PS. Montreal's response to my email: "Not yet. Thank you"

I'd love to bring it, unfortunately senescence has set in and I can't remember where I put it. I really love the smiley.

I can't believe MTL used "thank you" in the e-mail. They don't even address me, just type in answers on my sent e-mail. I hope that's a good omen.

Whomever was writing to me almost always used "Thank you" in their emails, but then again I did always put "Thank you" in mine and tried to be super polite. lol Maybe the same lady emailed you who emailed me. I only know it was a lady at least once because she was the one who spoke with me and later in the day I received a reply to my email in which see said something about our conversation on the phone.

[L_n_O 3]

So, because I'm gonna be pretty bored tonight.. I'm letting you all know I'm probably going to add another column onto our MTL spreadsheet.... oooooh sooo exciting!!

but I won't tell you what it'll be!!

(seriously though, if MTL doesn't help me out soon... I'm going to go )

check back tonight for the latest addition to our spreadsheet!!

PS. how often do you guys actually check the spreadsheet online? Is it bookmarked on your computer? Do you compulsively check it two to three times a day knowing that nothing really is changed cuz "I haven't heard from MTL.. but who knows??!@ Maybe Liz got an email about my case directly from MTL.. so I should check .. just to be safe "

[IR5FORMUMSIE 850]

So, because I'm gonna be pretty bored tonight.. I'm letting you all know I'm probably going to add another column onto our MTL spreadsheet.... oooooh sooo exciting!!

but I won't tell you what it'll be!!

(seriously though, if MTL doesn't help me out soon... I'm going to go )

check back tonight for the latest addition to our spreadsheet!!

PS. how often do you guys actually check the spreadsheet online? Is it bookmarked on your computer? Do you compulsively check it two to three times a day knowing that nothing really is changed cuz "I haven't heard from MTL.. but who knows??!@ Maybe Liz got an email about my case directly from MTL.. so I should check .. just to be safe "

I can't even find the spreadsheet. Will your new column be doric, ionic or corinthian? I look at the embassy reviews obsessively, hoping for good vibes or something that might prove to be useful down the road. In the meantime I try to be silly, since the alternative is an ulcer at the very least. I know it sounds crazy but we all have our methods of coping with the stress. It shouldn't be stressful, the interview is bound to come sooner or later but with all the things the USCIS and NVC have done, one can't help but feel more than a bit concerned. I'm a bit obsessive/compulsive when it comes to these things, but that's how I am.

I actually would love to post Mom and Dad's timelines on the spreadsheet (not really sure how to do this), mind you as IR5s things might be a bit different. I don't phone Portsmouth twice a week anymore, I tried Montreal a couple of times but fell asleep waiting for someone to pick up.

[L_n_O 3]

BUT WAIT, what do you mean you can't see the spreadsheet???

http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=pjs...HOCavn_ONGctqIg

I also made it clickable thru my signature!!

(gasp!! ppl can't see it!!)