Visa denial inquiry

[rmcke001 0]

Greetings folks. Just want to reach out and see if any one has any input. Last I was worried about my husband interview since he had past marijuana use. They asked him nothing about it at his interview but among the five questions he was asked was if he was ever arrested in the US while he was here before. Surprisingly he told them yes. I said surprisingly because that info was new to me. They kepbhis pass port and told him that he should bring the court documents and he should be OK.

According to him he did not even think of it and really underestimated that the arrest was significant. He was arrested for possession of large knife coming home from a party he was helping in Bronx back in 2008 (he and his friend were walking home). Seems he spent the night in jail and released the next with a warning. I got the disposition letter and sent it to Kingston already.

I am thinking of a few things. I filled out all his applications and since I knew nothing of his arrest could this be seen as misrepresentation? Is it wise to write them and explain why. I also noticed that the disposition does not say specifically what he did just 240.20 with a conditional discharge of one year. Should I explain his situation to the consulate?These types of arrest are very popular in new York.

It's only 2 weeks now in ap. So I just wondering if I can explain to them or should I wait 60 days as the travel.state.gov site recommemends.

[mallafri76 1,012]

Sorry I can't give you any specific advice on this but you are going through a high fraud embassy, so crossing the T's and dotting the i's are important.

So I guess you filled out the DS-260 on his behalf as well? If I remember correctly, the DS-260 asks if the applicant has ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?! If you answered no to that and your husband then sad yes in the interview, it can be seen as misinterpretation. Honestly, I don't think there's much you can do about it right now. I think you should just get the court papers like requested and then wait and see what happens. This might be one of those times where by trying to discuss and explain, you just dig a deeper grave, you know?! I mean they kept his passport, they usually only do that if they're expecting to issue the visa.

Edited October 2, 2015 by mallafri76

[LionessDeon 2,060]

They kept my fiance's passport and then had him come back and pick it up at his 2nd interview. Not trying to scare you, but I don't look at that as a definite in Kingston. I think it is just best to wait now and see what they say. I agree trying to do a bunch of explaining now will just make it look worse. It could go either way, the fact that your case still shows AP is good so far as ours showed refused right away. It doesn't sound so serious so you might be ok.

I know just how you feel and the waiting in limbo is awful. I'll be praying for you. I truly hope everything works out and it shows issued soon!!

[Jawaree 718]

Sorry I can't give you any specific advice on this but you are going through a high fraud embassy, so crossing the T's and dotting the i's are important.

So I guess you filled out the DS-260 on his behalf as well? If I remember correctly, the DS-260 asks if the applicant has ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?! If you answered no to that and your husband then sad yes in the interview, it can be seen as misinterpretation. Honestly, I don't think there's much you can do about it right now. I think you should just get the court papers like requested and then wait and see what happens. This might be one of those times where by trying to discuss and explain, you just dig a deeper grave, you know?! I mean they kept his passport, they usually only do that if they're expecting to issue the visa.

Jamaican Embassy is not a fraud embassy ...get the facts str8....Jamaican embassy tend to get inflated job letters & salaries for B1/2 visa

with that said the OP mate got that info from Bronx precinct in preparation for a 2nd interview if required or having to file a waiver.

I think the fact OP knew nothing of the arrest could lead to CO questioning how much she knew about him....Any forms sent in the

applicant bear the responsibility of whats on the form signed they will accept no excuse who fill it out, unless it was done by an atty I

don't see a misrep prob

Edited October 2, 2015 by Jawaree

[Pinkrlion 2,724]

Sorry I can't give you any specific advice on this but you are going through a high fraud embassy, so crossing the T's and dotting the i's are important.

So I guess you filled out the DS-260 on his behalf as well? If I remember correctly, the DS-260 asks if the applicant has ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?! If you answered no to that and your husband then sad yes in the interview, it can be seen as misinterpretation. Honestly, I don't think there's much you can do about it right now. I think you should just get the court papers like requested and then wait and see what happens. This might be one of those times where by trying to discuss and explain, you just dig a deeper grave, you know?! I mean they kept his passport, they usually only do that if they're expecting to issue the visa.

Jamaica is not a high fraud country. Respond without prejudgement.

[rmcke001 0]

Well I certainly appreciate each reply. In the mean time I just let the embassy do their thing.

[rmcke001 0]

By the ways. The concept of keeping applicants passports is funny. My husband mentioned they had already gathered all the passports in one bag. I am just curious that the person to interview was not in the mood to go get the passport and give it back. Also why would you tell someone everything looks good just go get your arrest records and send it in. I would just be straight forward and say sir or mam, there is no guarantee of just depends on the nature of your arrest as to if you will get the visa or not.

[rmcke001 0]

My husband finally got approved. I will explain later. Thx.

[Ryan H 3,834]

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Edited December 15, 2015 by Ryan H