I can't help but...

[Carie_Azan 35]

FREAK out when I read these horror stories about folks being denied for one reason or another. I know in most cases, they are probably not legit, don’t have ducks in a row, etc...but still it makes me nervous as HELL I still have a really hard time believing people would go through this whole process, for any other reason than love. just my rant. I am on a roller coaster with this for the past few weeks. I am not reading any more "denied" forums... they get me every single time LOL

So, I guess I really do have one question – when / if you get denied ( god forbid) can you appeal that decision? Ok, now I’m thinking WAYYYY to far into this………………..

[Penguin_ie 5,997]

Yes you can. However, it is often cheaper and quicker just to file again.

[Mohsin786 23]

don't get yourself distracted reading numerous stories, every case varies and depends how much evidences you have aggregated to show the CO, take my advice get yourself busy doing other things, rather than reading more stories of Denial, you will be like what if this happens to me don't ever assume this might occur to you as well, when i had my Past petition, i used to be like you always used to think negative, just believe in Allah think positive and if your relationship is strong enough to convince the CO, inshallah you will get it, don't stress yourself out just let your hair down,i wish you best of luck for your successful interview.

[Jonny Vorn 2]

You should not worried much. Like Mohsin786 said above, every case is different and as long as your relationship is legit you should have no problem. This process is very lengthy so you just have to sit back and relax waiting the time to come. I just applied for my petition as well. At first, I was a really concerned and impatient but I told myself just to come down and take one day at a time.

[Carie_Azan 35]

don't get yourself distracted reading numerous stories, every case varies and depends how much evidences you have aggregated to show the CO, take my advice get yourself busy doing other things, rather than reading more stories of Denial, you will be like what if this happens to me don't ever assume this might occur to you as well, when i had my Past petition, i used to be like you always used to think negative, just believe in Allah think positive and if your relationship is strong enough to convince the CO, inshallah you will get it, don't stress yourself out just let your hair down,i wish you best of luck for your successful interview.

thank you for your very kind, reassuring words. some days are easier than others, thats for sure. please keep in touch!

You should not worried much. Like Mohsin786 said above, every case is different and as long as your relationship is legit you should have no problem. This process is very lengthy so you just have to sit back and relax waiting the time to come. I just applied for my petition as well. At first, I was a really concerned and impatient but I told myself just to come down and take one day at a time.

Thank you, Very Much!! I appreciate it!

[X Factor 1,112]

Do the best you can now ... make sure your application is filled out properly and take each day at a time.

Do the best you can now ... make sure your application is filled out properly and take each day at a time.

[Carie_Azan 35]

Do the best you can now ... make sure your application is filled out properly and take each day at a time.

Do the best you can now ... make sure your application is filled out properly and take each day at a time.

Yes, Sir everything seems great. today is our 4 month Immigration Journey Anniversary. hopefully most of the "waiting" is over

[dmck 80]

There are far more stories of successful completed journey's than there are of those denied. And usually the ones that are denied are quite comical: "This is my third k1 visa application in 18 months......." "I met my soulmate, fiancé online 2 weeks ago and we want to get married, but have never met before and we are 40 years age difference....."; "My fiance is in prison for felony xxxx, and we have never met before".......

These stories are the common denials. The rest of us put up with some pressured interviews, long waits, a RFE or so, but not denials.

[Gary and Alla 3,694]

The "denied" forums are just as important as they approved ones. Learn what they did wrong and don't do that. Failure is learning also.

[Cathi 5,794]

FREAK out when I read these horror stories about folks being denied for one reason or another. I know in most cases, they are probably not legit, don't have ducks in a row, etc...but still it makes me nervous as HELL I still have a really hard time believing people would go through this whole process, for any other reason than love. just my rant. I am on a roller coaster with this for the past few weeks. I am not reading any more "denied" forums... they get me every single time LOL

So, I guess I really do have one question – when / if you get denied ( god forbid) can you appeal that decision? Ok, now I'm thinking WAYYYY to far into this………………..

legitimate couples and visas get denied every day, mostly for being ill-prepared or forgetting something. It is good to look at why people here are denied, especially from your own country, so you don't make similar mistakes. Love alone or God doesn't get you through this process. Reading, understanding and following directions, filling out forms correctly, sending in the correct documents, having supporting evidence, among many other things gets you through the process. Just because someone is denied, does not mean they do not have a legitimate relationship. Good luck, and try not to obsess over denials too much, but do read them so you can learn from them.

[Waiting234 18]

FREAK out when I read these horror stories about folks being denied for one reason or another. I know in most cases, they are probably not legit, don’t have ducks in a row, etc...but still it makes me nervous as HELL I still have a really hard time believing people would go through this whole process, for any other reason than love. just my rant. I am on a roller coaster with this for the past few weeks. I am not reading any more "denied" forums... they get me every single time LOL

So, I guess I really do have one question – when / if you get denied ( god forbid) can you appeal that decision? Ok, now I’m thinking WAYYYY to far into this………………..

I would imagine that the process is easier for those who are not doing it for love........ Love was the thing that kept me impatient throughout the whole process.. From start to finish.

[Ebunoluwa 6,136]

If the CO refuses the visa your case would get returned to USCIS.

CSC does not reaffirm K1's but VSC does sometimes reaffirm.

CSC leaves the case sitting in storage until the validity is expired. They will tell you that you can refile.

Appeals are costly and take a long time.

Best wishes ~

[TBoneTX 46,194]

*** Thread moved from K-1 Process forum to Embassy/Consulate forum -- topic involves general insights on the consular process. ***

[888888 2]

FREAK out when I read these horror stories about folks being denied for one reason or another. I know in most cases, they are probably not legit, don’t have ducks in a row, etc...but still it makes me nervous as HELL I still have a really hard time believing people would go through this whole process, for any other reason than love. just my rant. I am on a roller coaster with this for the past few weeks. I am not reading any more "denied" forums... they get me every single time LOL

So, I guess I really do have one question – when / if you get denied ( god forbid) can you appeal that decision? Ok, now I’m thinking WAYYYY to far into this………………..

Funny, I think the same way. Not being pessimistic but realistic! Now it's been some long , I am trying to just be optimistic!

I would imagine that the process is easier for those who are not doing it for love........ Love was the thing that kept me impatient throughout the whole process.. From start to finish.

So true, I try to focus on these months are merely a portion of our life together..........awww that was so sweet. lol. (omg am i losing it ? I think I just made a statement and then commented on my own statemetn - lol )

[USA-ALG 63]

My husband and I defied ALL odds!

Being that:

• He is 15 years younger
• I am in my 40's
• He is hearing
• I am Deaf
• He is Sunni Muslim and I am a Jesus Following Muslim
• He is Algerian Arab
• He is fierce, protective, and suspicious of EVERYTHING (alhumdillilah)
• I am calm, easy-going, relaxed, humbled.
• I am the money-maker
• He is a college student now
• I am a career woman... working as a teacher
• He has zero income (Alhumdillilah)
• Me Caucasian American
• We met only 4 months then got married
• Flew through the process with NO problems other than an intensive grueling interview on his part
• I'm an American Sign Language Speaker
• He is a French-Arab speaker

In spite of all these odds, we made it through. I was VERY very meticulous with ALL my applications. I spent 2 months pouring and triple checking for anything amiss. I made my own CHECKLIST and checked it off OFTEN to make sure I did not overlook anything.

Even for some people who were meticulous with their applications get denied. Just pray you have a wise CO! It's just the Path that Allah has chosen for you.

I wish you good luck.

E