IR-1/CR-1 Montreal DQ'd private message group goes public

[Akaur 95]

25 minutes ago, rafale1973 said:

How long after crossing the border (december 15) should I expect to receive my SSN card ? I have paid the fees online for the GC and for that I know it will most likely take time. But I was wondering how long it would take for my SSN card as I am waiting for this to be able to change my driver's license. I checked the box on the form DS-260, so I'm just wondering when I should start being worried and go to an office for my SSN card. 

 

Also, is there a way I can track my green card status ? 

Ssn came within 10 days of crossing (crossed nov 7) and gc came dec 8. 

[April M 28]

2 hours ago, rafale1973 said:

How long after crossing the border (december 15) should I expect to receive my SSN card ? I have paid the fees online for the GC and for that I know it will most likely take time. But I was wondering how long it would take for my SSN card as I am waiting for this to be able to change my driver's license. I checked the box on the form DS-260, so I'm just wondering when I should start being worried and go to an office for my SSN card. 

 

Also, is there a way I can track my green card status ? 

We were told that the green card is sent to you in the mail and that 15 days after entry call or online Appointment after 15 days here and go in person to the ssa office for the ss card with number. We are waiting again.

[April M 28]

Just now, April M said:

We were told that the green card is sent to you in the mail and that 15 days after entry call or online Appointment after 15 days here and go in person to the ssa office for the ss card with number. We are waiting again.

Tracking free card:

https://www.uscis.gov/forms/filing-guidance/how-to-track-delivery-of-your-green-card-employment-authorization-document-ead-and-travel-document

[Templates 0]

On 12/16/2020 at 9:43 AM, Hawk Riders said:

it's been previously discussed in here that they won't stop you from leaving early... you still need to submit a 2- week plan though

How do I submit a 2 week plan? On arrival? Or it has to be done before hand?

[State and Maine 190]

On 9/19/2020 at 8:39 PM, Tofu said:

More important is your DQ date - but yes, once you update your timeline it’s easier to give an estimate. 

Sorry, new here... what’s the dq date mean?

[fjxs 133]

15 hours ago, Stylereveal said:

do you remember the time they gave you to leave Canada is it 6 months from the date of your interview approval or from your medical date? 

The visa to enter the US is good until 6 months from the date of the medical. 

 

13 minutes ago, State and Maine said:

Sorry, new here... what’s the dq date mean?

DQ means "documentarily qualified". It is the date that the NVC accepts the documents you submitted (with the DS-260). The interviews in Montreal are scheduled after you get DQ, basically in order of DQ date. 

[Lovepeace0303 310]

7 hours ago, April M said:

Not be, email and ask what is going on. I always emailed if I didn't hear. And it took my husband's almost three weeks to come back to him. Plus the web site is having problems. The IOM office had to email the embassy to fix it at one point. So , email...ask...can't hurt and even if you keep getting the same answers at least they know where you are and what you need. That's just my opinion, you don't have to take it. But do hang in there. For some reason they are taking way to long to do everything.

Yes! That's exactly what I've been doing! Communicating and over communicating with them. I'm constantly emailing/messaging them as well. I JUST received  written email notification from them that they received my husband's medical results, so I'm hoping the issuance of the visa doesn't take too much longer. 

 

6 hours ago, betzzymathew said:

I know this may sound harsh, but you should not expect to hear anything until 14 days .... Probably do a 3 day movie marathon ? 

 

I have the great [mis]fortune of interviewing in Montreal Consulate 4 times (2 times for Visitor Visa and 2 for Work), and had varying response for the passport return time. 1 was 1 day, 2nd 3 days. 3rd took 2 weeks and one took 2 months. For the one it took 2 weeks, I stayed up straight without sleep for 3 days and showed up at work with bloodshot eyes without my visa status in limbo. I did email them and unfortunately they were backed up then as well and got my passport tracking before their reply. 

But regardless ,delays are unfortunately routine. You should account for that in the expectation and probably anticipate delays. 

 

If things turn around and you get it today or tomorrow, More power to you !

THANK YOU for this. I needed to hear this today! ❤️ I'm going to do my best to focus on other things for now and enjoy the holidays best I can. We did everything WE needed to and now have to leave the rest to them. 

[State and Maine 190]

15 minutes ago, eketros said:

The visa to enter the US is good until 6 months from the date of the medical. 

 

DQ means "documentarily qualified". It is the date that the NVC accepts the documents you submitted (with the DS-260). The interviews in Montreal are scheduled after you get DQ, basically in order of DQ date. 

Perfect! Good to know. I was DQ on sept 27 but haven’t heard anything since. Thanks for the info

[fjxs 133]

3 minutes ago, State and Maine said:

Perfect! Good to know. I was DQ on sept 27 but haven’t heard anything since. Thanks for the info

DQ is called "Case Completed at NVC" in the visa journey timelines, so make sure you fill that out too  

[SASAS 122]

1 hour ago, Templates said:

How do I submit a 2 week plan? On arrival? Or it has to be done before hand?

On arrival 

[State and Maine 190]

24 minutes ago, eketros said:

DQ is called "Case Completed at NVC" in the visa journey timelines, so make sure you fill that out too  

I wonder why it was approved sept 27 but it’s still with NVC

[anto3knee 42]

Hi all! 

This is my Wife's experience with Dr Cheema for her medical exam.

 

We received notice on Dec. 10, 2020 that our interview would take place on Jan. 29, 2021 at 08:30am. 

 

Booking the appointment: 

On their website, it states to email their office. So on Dec 11, 2020 I sent them an email and provided them with all the necessary details (full name(s), interview date, case number). The office sent me a prompt reply about 2 hours later already giving me an appointment date and time. They had me booked for Dec 16, 2020 at 08:00am. In the email they give you more instructions to have the necessary paperwork in hand. 

 

I had to bring the following to my medical exam, but always refer to the email attachment to see if they changed/added more requirements:

1. Current and Valid Passport
2. Proof of Interview Letter/Email Print Out (showing your full name(s), interview date, place of interview, and case number)
3. Proof of Immunizations – I lived in 2 different provinces growing up, so I had to contact the Health Units in the communities I lived in to get that information AND don’t forget your up-to-date flu shot if its flu season 
4. Addresses (both current and where you intend to live/stay once you move to the States)
5. Medical Records – mainly for those with a chronic illness/disease. I brought my anxiety medication and birth control with me to the exam, just in case they were to ask. Dr Cheema just quickly checked the label and made a note of it. 
6. Payment – it was $350 for the exam and $50 for a courier (the second is optional, but I opted for a carrier just in case). This covers the Dr Cheema’s medical exam, x-ray, and blood/urine tests.

**You DO NOT need to bring passport photos to the medical exam, they are able to do this for you at the clinic.

 

Appointment Day:

Since I was visiting from out of province, I booked a hotel (Civic Hotel Autograph Collection in Surrey...I highly recommend it!) that was about a 15 min drive away from Dr Cheema’s office. I arrived at 07:55am. It was early, so it was easy to find a parking space right outside his office. Lots of parking in the plaza. I walked in and told the ladies at the front desk that I had an appointment for my medical exam. The ladies at the front were very kind. They ask you for all the required documents so that they can look through and photocopy them. Once she returned my original copies to me, she gave me more paperwork to fill out and sign, and photocopied them as well (they were basic questions like your full name, date of birth, current address, intended address once in the States, etc.). After filling out their paperwork, they told me to sit down in front of the camera to take passport photos, then they took payment from me. Once that was finished, they told me to sit down and wait to be called, I didn’t wait too long, it was about a 10 min. wait max.

 

Once I was called in, the lady took me to an area to measure my height and check my weight. She then, brought me over to the exam room and told me to wait there for Dr Cheema. Dr Cheema came in shortly after, and asked me some questions as he listened to my chest, cover one eye and read a chart, checked for more breathing, and checked my blood pressure. After this, Dr Cheema wished me good luck and told me I was good to go. Before I left, the ladies at the front reminded me to go and get my x-ray and blood/urine tests, they highlight the addresses on the paperwork they give you to give to the other offices. The exam itself went by very quick! I was finished by around 08:30am. *They mail/courier you the packet.

 

Blood/Urine Test:

Next, I headed over to Life Labs for my blood/urine tests. It wasn’t too far away, less than a 10 min. drive. Lots of parking, I parked right in front. I went in and because of Covid they had someone downstairs in the lobby sitting in a desk ready to direct you to which floor you need to go. I showed him the paper I received from Dr Cheema’s office and he instructed me to go upstairs. There was a line for the elevator because it moves super slow and they only allow one person/family inside at a time (due to Covid), the stairs are just to the left of the entrance and you’ll get to Life Labs much quicker that way 😉 I was first in line, and the receptionist took the piece of paper from Dr Cheema’s office and gave me a seat number to go and sit in around the corner. They took a blood sample, and instructed me where to go for my urine sample. I finished and left Life Labs at 09:05am. 

 

X-Ray:

Finally, I headed over to West Coast Imaging. It was also about less than a 10 min drive away. Parking for this building is in the back of the building. It’s a West Park parking lot, so you’ll need to pay at the pay station. I walked into West Coast Imaging, and waited for a receptionist to call me up. I gave her the other piece of paper that Dr Cheema’s office gave me, and she took it and instructed me to sit down. The wait for x-rays was the longest of all the clinics, but once I was called in the chest x-ray itself went by quite fast and I was able to leave. I left West Coast Imaging at about 10:00am.

 

The whole thing went by quicker than expected, not sure if it was just pure luck or maybe because of Covid. I’m not sure if its possible to make appointments for West Coast Imaging/Life Labs on the day of, I personally didn’t call to try, both those were just my walk-in experience.  

 

I received my packet from Dr Cheema’s office by courier on Dec 19 at 11:00am. I live in Alberta so that is why it was couriered to me. But for those living in the Vancouver area, I believe they will instruct you to pickup your packet on a different day.

 

Hope this review helps any others going through the same thing. Thank you for reading! Wishing everyone the best of luck for their medical exams and interviews! Happy holidays.

 

[Tofu 343]

8 hours ago, State and Maine said:

I wonder why it was approved sept 27 but it’s still with NVC

It will say at NVC until you get your interview letter. Nothing to worry about. 

[Hawk Riders 814]

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[jjiplaya 7]

18 hours ago, Lovepeace0303 said:

Well, day 8 after our interview and still no sign of husband’s passport/tracking or an update. We were so excited to see “Issued” on Friday, but that moment of happiness was gone when it went back to “Ready” on Monday and no update since. I never expected it to take THIS long post-interview at no fault of ours. Felt like we were finally at the end of this journey, but guess not. Feeling defeated to say the least. 

I am on day 14 since my interview and still nothing as well. I have written them 2 times and have not received a response...