Need passport back. Islamabad Embassy

[hauclatl 0]

Hey, I recently appeared for my immigrant visa interview at Islamabad Embassy. But unfortunately for me the case was pushed into AP. The officer kept my passport at the time and said I could ask for it anytime I needed it to travel and they would give it to me no problem. I just rapidly planned a short trip to Dubai as now I don't know when I'll be moving and for travel I need my passport back. I've emailed the embassy 4 times since the 4th of June, without any response. I even asked them if they can't return it, just to let me know the reason but I have failed to receive a single response- which is unusual because the embassy is usually quite efficient at replying to queries. Does anyone know anything regarding this issue? Is there any other way of contacting them for passport retrieval? Any help will be appreciated!

[Atif & Sana 3]

Wow this is very unusual, did they say why they were putting your case for further investigation? What kinda questions did they ask you? Please share.

[hauclatl 0]

The interview went fine- my conversation with the officer was pleasant and basic. He said that he was recommending me for approval but the embassy needed to do their own processing before they could give me a visa. I think its because I have previously lived in the UK for a few years for my undergrad. He told me that I would be able to get my passport back in case I needed to travel and there wouldn't be any issues. However, I have no idea how to reach them now as the refuse to reply to my emails!

[rsz 2]

I would recommend you waiting for their response. Also, periodically check for any updates on the DOS website. AP can be surprising at times. It may take a while or may not. I would suggest you wait approximately 30-60 days before attempting to plan a trip abroad

[Jawaree 717]

There has been a few reports of PP kept while ppl wait for decisions

even up to a yr...no telling Y however some seem to think that means

likely the person will get visa....I have only seen one person posted the PP

returned with denial....I think its just the CO one deals with make the decision

on holding it for decision...I think after holding it long time one still have to pick

up if new medical & police record is needed huh