marijuana use and psychiatric evaluation

[Ktav 8]

Unless the panel physician finds that an applicant is a drug or alcohol abuser, that is correct -- the interviewing officer cannot deny the visa on medical grounds (212(a)(1)) for using drugs. The only way an applicant could be found ineligible because of marijuan use other than on medical grounds would be if he/she had a criminal conviction or the officer had sufficient "reason to believe" that the individual was a drug dealer...and I don't think either of those apply to your fiance! So, the most important thing for him is convincing the panel physician and psychiatrist.

I so hope you're right! He passed the psych and medical exam as not a current nor past drug abuser, just that he has used it in his past. I see that people have been denied for this...but the doctor told him today that she did not check those boxes and that he is definitely still eligible for the visa. We still have to wait for the Interview, but from what you're saying, this part is behind us (If I understand) i really hope so. He told me that they said he might be tested once he gets here, which I've never heard of but obviously we will be willing to comply with anything they ask!

[jan22 3,043]

I so hope you're right! He passed the psych and medical exam as not a current nor past drug abuser, just that he has used it in his past. I see that people have been denied for this...but the doctor told him today that she did not check those boxes and that he is definitely still eligible for the visa. We still have to wait for the Interview, but from what you're saying, this part is behind us (If I understand) i really hope so. He told me that they said he might be tested once he gets here, which I've never heard of but obviously we will be willing to comply with anything they ask!

Congrats on passing that hurdle!

All individuals who apply for adjustment of status (as you will have to do after you get married) must supply a medical evaluation done by a civil surgeon. Normally for K-1 visa holders, who have already had an overseas medical, that is just a report that all vaccinations are current. However, there are times when a full medical is needed (e.g., if your overseas medical is more than a year old when you apply for AOS, if there is a known potential issue, etc.). He needs to be sure and remain marijuana free to make sure there are no future issues.

Hope all goes smoothly on the rest of your process.

[Harpa Timsah 13,258]

I so hope you're right! He passed the psych and medical exam as not a current nor past drug abuser, just that he has used it in his past. I see that people have been denied for this...but the doctor told him today that she did not check those boxes and that he is definitely still eligible for the visa. We still have to wait for the Interview, but from what you're saying, this part is behind us (If I understand) i really hope so. He told me that they said he might be tested once he gets here, which I've never heard of but obviously we will be willing to comply with anything they ask!

Hey, great news! Keep us posted for the interview.

[Ktav 8]

Congrats on passing that hurdle!

All individuals who apply for adjustment of status (as you will have to do after you get married) must supply a medical evaluation done by a civil surgeon. Normally for K-1 visa holders, who have already had an overseas medical, that is just a report that all vaccinations are current. However, there are times when a full medical is needed (e.g., if your overseas medical is more than a year old when you apply for AOS, if there is a known potential issue, etc.). He needs to be sure and remain marijuana free to make sure there are no future issues.

Hope all goes smoothly on the rest of your process.

Ok! Thanks for the information. Obviously I won't relax until I have the visa in hand, but now I understand better about what he meant by being drug tested again here. I thought they might randomly ask him to come in, but it makes more sense that it will be when we apply for AOS. Either way, it's a non-issue, he will remain substance free without any problem at all, and would have even without all of this. I can't wait for this stress to be over and to just focus on the baby

His status is now listed as "Ready" as of May 10th so we are just waiting for them to give us the interview date.

[HanaBel 14]

Ok! Thanks for the information. Obviously I won't relax until I have the visa in hand, but now I understand better about what he meant by being drug tested again here. I thought they might randomly ask him to come in, but it makes more sense that it will be when we apply for AOS. Either way, it's a non-issue, he will remain substance free without any problem at all, and would have even without all of this. I can't wait for this stress to be over and to just focus on the baby

His status is now listed as "Ready" as of May 10th so we are just waiting for them to give us the interview date.

I am so happy to hear that!

i admitted past marijuana use (not current) when I got denied entry, May 15th, so I know this will come biting back. And it is great to know there is a way.

Crossing fingers and hoping for good news from you soon!

[Ktav 8]

Visa approved! He arrived in the US a few days ago. They determined that he had a history of use but no current problem. He was honest and it was scary, but in the end he passed! They told him he may get tested here during the AOS process, which will not be an issue.

Also, we did get an expedited interview because of our pregnancy, I guess it depends on the embassy. Total it took about 5 1/2 months. Thanks to the majority of you who sent positive vibes and helpful information. It really helped to hold onto hope. I know it could have been much worse and I'm so thankful that he will be here to meet our daughter as she enters the world.

[HanaBel 14]

So happy to hear that!!!! <3

[JessDak 27]

Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you guys!!

Take that to all the Negative Nancy's telling us that you should lose hope!

I'm so glad that everything worked out. I wish you guys a happy life together, and good luck with the rest of your pregnancy! You can now truly relax. (Tell him he owes you some foot rubs for the trouble he caused! lol!)

[KayDeeCee 4,893]

Congrats! I am glad to hear it worked out for you guys. I can add your case to the others I have now seen that admitted drug use and were approved anyway. Best wishes on your upcoming marriage and new addition to your family!

[Meg&Andrew 297]

Visa approved! He arrived in the US a few days ago. They determined that he had a history of use but no current problem. He was honest and it was scary, but in the end he passed! They told him he may get tested here during the AOS process, which will not be an issue.

Also, we did get an expedited interview because of our pregnancy, I guess it depends on the embassy. Total it took about 5 1/2 months. Thanks to the majority of you who sent positive vibes and helpful information. It really helped to hold onto hope. I know it could have been much worse and I'm so thankful that he will be here to meet our daughter as she enters the world.

Awesome news!!! I'm so happy for you. Even though I never commented as I'm unfamiliar with this situation, I have followed it. Congratulations!

[LionessDeon 2,060]

Great news! Congratulations!

[TBoneTX 45,072]

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[vocal 41]

So can anyone clarify, should you or should you not admit to using marijuana?

Assuming that you indeed use it of course, and that you are able to stop using 1 month in advance to "clean" your system.

It seems that admitting to any use is a problem (even if just once in the past or anything).

I would love some clarification on this.

[HanaBel 14]

So can anyone clarify, should you or should you not admit to using marijuana?

Assuming that you indeed use it of course, and that you are able to stop using 1 month in advance to "clean" your system.

It seems that admitting to any use is a problem (even if just once in the past or anything).

I would love some clarification on this.

Never lie - that is the golden rule. And that is what everybody here will tell you.

Now, for volunteering information, that is another matter. So I think the best advice would be if they don't ask, don't tell. If they do ask, don't lie. Misrepresentation is a lifelong ban.

[vocal 41]

Never lie - that is the golden rule. And that is what everybody here will tell you.

Now, for volunteering information, that is another matter. So I think the best advice would be if they don't ask, don't tell. If they do ask, don't lie. Misrepresentation is a lifelong ban.

Well, if they ask and I haven't used for over a month it is not really possible to detect, or even suspect really...

It seems like it would be foolish to say I did and then get banned... :/