Guidance on how to reschedule interview date for CR1

[kellyh 27]

Not sure if this post belongs here or should be under Canada.

 

Well, our NVC case was approved earlier this week, also got our interview date for end of next month.

 

I am currently 6 months pregnant, and before going to the interview, medical examination is required and X-ray is mandatory.

As we do not want to go through with the x-ray during my pregnancy, our only option is to reschedule.

 

If anyone has rescheduled already, how would you advise I go about in doing so?

 

I've looked at the Packet 4 instructions, but unable to fine the cancel option or area to select new appointment date on the ais.usvisa-info.com .

Any advise or guidance would be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance.

 

*RESCHEDULING YOUR INTERVIEW DATE

The date and time of your appointment have been carefully selected for you. However, if you are unable to attend the appointment that has been given to you, please go to ais.usvisa-info.com to select a new appointment date. There may be a significant wait before the next available appointment,so to the best of your ability please attempt to attend the date already assigned. For some family based and employment preference visa categories a visa became available within the month you have been scheduled by NVC. There is absolutely no guarantee that the visa will be available again on the date of your rescheduled interview. Please carefully consult the Visa Bulletin before you decide to reschedule you interview. 

[nightingalejules 678]

If you decide not to have the x-ray while pregnant (and of course you can make that choice, despite the very small amount of radiation and added precautions they have to take at your medical if you're pregnant) it may be that you can still go to your interview. Of course you won't get an immediate approval, but you should get a 221(g) for the medical - it's like a request for evidence. They go through all the rest of your stuff, and then they will provide you with a paper saying that you can't be approved because of the absence of a medical. As soon as you have delivered, get the medical done and you can send the report, and get your visa.

 

It is apparently extremely difficult to reschedule interviews in Montreal. This page has some phone numbers you could try. 

https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-CA/iv/information/contact_us

Also, if your file has not left NVC, you might have better luck changing it through them.

[kellyh 27]

1 minute ago, nightingalejules said:

If you decide not to have the x-ray while pregnant (and of course you can make that choice, despite the very small amount of radiation and added precautions they have to take at your medical if you're pregnant) it may be that you can still go to your interview. Of course you won't get an immediate approval, but you should get a 221(g) for the medical - it's like a request for evidence. They go through all the rest of your stuff, and then they will provide you with a paper saying that you can't be approved because of the absence of a medical. As soon as you have delivered, get the medical done and you can send the report, and get your visa.

 

It is apparently extremely difficult to reschedule interviews in Montreal. This page has some phone numbers you could try. 

https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-CA/iv/information/contact_us

Also, if your file has not left NVC, you might have better luck changing it through them.

 

thanks @nightingalejules !

Aside from medical, I'd also have to fly ~5hrs to Montreal for the interview. Dont' want to risk anything.

 

I'll try calling NVC tomorrow, hopefully my case is still there. Thanks again!

[nightingalejules 678]

5 minutes ago, kellyh said:

 

thanks @nightingalejules !

Aside from medical, I'd also have to fly ~5hrs to Montreal for the interview. Dont' want to risk anything.

 

I'll try calling NVC tomorrow, hopefully my case is still there. Thanks again!

Yeah, that's a giant drag too - I was coming from Vancouver!

[kellyh 27]

7 hours ago, nightingalejules said:

Yeah, that's a giant drag too - I was coming from Vancouver!

Vancouver too 

[NikLR 13,227]

Your file is probably already been sent to Montreal.  Check your CEAC status.  If it says READY it's there.  You can contact Montreal about rescheduling your interview.  However, be aware that your child will need a CRBA to move with you when you immigrate.  If you take longer than 1 year from your police certificate you'll need a new one.   If the IV fee goes up you'll need to pay the difference if it's been over 1 year. 

You should have held off at the NVC stage if this was going to be an issue to be honest, so hopefully Montreal will be able to accommodate you. 

[NikLR 13,227]

Also please change your timeline to reflect Montreal.   Thanks!  

 

At least you are close to the dr in surrey and only need to spend 1 or 2 nights max in Montreal unless you're trying to make a trip of it. 

[kellyh 27]

1 minute ago, NikLR said:

Your file is probably already been sent to Montreal.  Check your CEAC status.  If it says READY it's there.  You can contact Montreal about rescheduling your interview.  However, be aware that your child will need a CRBA to move with you when you immigrate.  If you take longer than 1 year from your police certificate you'll need a new one.   If the IV fee goes up you'll need to pay the difference if it's been over 1 year. 

You should have held off at the NVC stage if this was going to be an issue to be honest, so hopefully Montreal will be able to accommodate you. 

Thanks @NikLR.

Yes, I should have waited a while longer before sending my package in. I did not realize it would be so quick. Literally took under 1 week to be approved and provided with interview date.

 

Oh snap! yesterday, CEAC shows NVC, just now it's in transit  SIGH.... whom should I contact today ???

 

Yes, I am fully aware that I will need the CRBA for my daughter. Will need to inquire regarding that at a later date. Hopefully with the recent fee changes, within the next several months, it does not increase again!

[kellyh 27]

7 minutes ago, NikLR said:

Also please change your timeline to reflect Montreal.   Thanks!  

 

At least you are close to the dr in surrey and only need to spend 1 or 2 nights max in Montreal unless you're trying to make a trip of it. 

timeline updated, to reflect Montreal. ty for the reminder.

 

[NikLR 13,227]

2 hours ago, kellyh said:

Thanks @NikLR.

Yes, I should have waited a while longer before sending my package in. I did not realize it would be so quick. Literally took under 1 week to be approved and provided with interview date.

 

Oh snap! yesterday, CEAC shows NVC, just now it's in transit  SIGH.... whom should I contact today ???

 

Yes, I am fully aware that I will need the CRBA for my daughter. Will need to inquire regarding that at a later date. Hopefully with the recent fee changes, within the next several months, it does not increase again!

Fees don't change that much. I've seen the NVC fees increase once and the USCIS fees increase once since 2012.  

 

You won't be able to contact anyone at this point until it says "ready" which means Montreal has it.  If you try to contact them ahead of time they won't have a clue who you are so it's best to wait. 

[kellyh 27]

1 hour ago, NikLR said:

Fees don't change that much. I've seen the NVC fees increase once and the USCIS fees increase once since 2012.  

 

You won't be able to contact anyone at this point until it says "ready" which means Montreal has it.  If you try to contact them ahead of time they won't have a clue who you are so it's best to wait. 

Thanks again NikLR! Much appreciated. I'm so stressed

[NikLR 13,227]

On 5/19/2017 at 0:31 PM, kellyh said:

Thanks again NikLR! Much appreciated. I'm so stressed

I know it must be.  Let us know how it goes. 

[kellyh 27]

Update:

Case just arrived at Montreal Consulate today, CEAC status shows "Ready".

Called the number here, to reschedule https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-ca/iv/information/contact_us

Per the Rep, I have to wait until June 28 and log onto the ais.usvisa-info.com site as it will then show missed appointment. (As this appointment was specifically scheduled by the consulate, it can not be rescheduled )

Only then can I input the reason and then request to re-schedule for another appointment.  

 

What a hassle. sighs.. 

[NikLR 13,227]

2 hours ago, kellyh said:

Update:

Case just arrived at Montreal Consulate today, CEAC status shows "Ready".

Called the number here, to reschedule https://ais.usvisa-info.com/en-ca/iv/information/contact_us

Per the Rep, I have to wait until June 28 and log onto the ais.usvisa-info.com site as it will then show missed appointment. (As this appointment was specifically scheduled by the consulate, it can not be rescheduled )

Only then can I input the reason and then request to re-schedule for another appointment.  

 

What a hassle. sighs.. 

I would email montreal before purposely missing your interview.  

[kellyh 27]

3 minutes ago, NikLR said:

I would email montreal before purposely missing your interview.  

Thanks @NikLR 

 

During my call, I inquired whether it would make a difference if I were to contact the consulate and the Rep says the consulate will just direct me back. Anyway, I sent an email after my call, Hope I sent it to the correct department. [montreal-iv-dv@state.gov]

 

Received an automated reply:

 

Please note: the review process for mail received is eight weeks. Please do not contact us for an update of your file before eight weeks.

Thank you for your inquiry to the Immigrant Visa Unit at U.S. Consulate Montreal.

For questions about permanent residence in the United States, we are pleased to acknowledge receipt of your email. The IV Unit is not able to accept communication by facsimile machine or telephone, but we will review and reply to all e-mails in order they are received.

We will respond to your immigrant visa inquiry as quickly as possible, normally within 10 business days.

 

Hope I get good news!
 

Edited May 24, 2017 by kellyh
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