I need help. K1 visa expired while waiting on administrative processing

[Crazy Cat 41,898]

17 minutes ago, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

All cases go through administrative processing.  Extended AP is often caused by difficulty in finishing background checks and investigations.  The process cannot be waived or expedited.  

Edited October 8, 2020 by Lucky Cat

[JFH 12,190]

19 minutes ago, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

It cannot be avoided. All applications go through some form of administrative processing after the interview. For the vast majority of cases it lasts no more than a day or two. But if extensive background checks are needed (due to the applicant’s work, travel or criminal history, for example) or there is a problem with some part of the application it can last a lot longer. Some countries are prone to longer periods of AP than others (Pakistan, for example) due to there being no reliable form of central criminal record-keeping there.

Edited October 8, 2020 by JFH

[Orangesapples 1,954]

56 minutes ago, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

It's unlikely you will have such a long AP, you're from Europe. Mostly Middle Eastern and North African countries have this but you never know. I wouldn't lose sleep over it. 

[Cathi 5,757]

7 hours ago, Greenbaum said:

It might be time to find a more competent lawyer. Just saying.

Or time to do it on your own. Time and time again on VJ we say that unless your case is complicated, it's best to do it on your own. I have seen literally hundreds of examples on this site of people who have lawyers that have screwed up their cases. They are a waste of time and money. Do it on your own and save yourself the headache.

[Greenbaum 12,259]

3 hours ago, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

A consular officer can decide on a visa application only after reviewing the formal application and interviewing the applicant. There is no guarantee that you will receive a visa. Do not sell your house, car, or property, resign from your job, or make non-refundable flight or other travel arrangements until you have received your immigrant visa.

 

What If more information is needed?

 

Sometimes a consular officer is unable to decide on a visa application because he/she needs to review additional documents, or the case requires further administrative processing. When additional documents are requested, the consular officer will give you a refusal letter [221(g)] that asks you to submit additional documents. The letter will include instructions on how to send those documents to the embassy. Administrative processing takes additional time after the interview. Most administrative processing is resolved within 60 days. However, the timing varies based on the circumstances of each case.

 

Before inquiring about the status of administrative processing, please wait at least 60 days after your interview.

 

What happens after visa approval Passport, Visa, and Sealed Immigrant Packet – They will place your immigrant visa on a page in your passport. Please review your visa to make sure there are no spelling errors. They will also give you a sealed envelope containing documents that you must give to U.S. immigration authorities when you arrive in the United States for the first time. Do not open this envelope. You must carry it with you; do not put it in your checked luggage.

 

This is a long answer to your question but the information is important so as not to hinder your journey to a visa.

[Paula&Carlos 1]

5 hours ago, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

Have all the paperwork that they ask for 

[eirinlinn 105]

@Paula&Carlos @greenbaum @orangesapples @JFH Thank you all for your answers.

 

[Rose2019 45]

6 hours ago, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

No it’s fine you aren’t being nosy at all. I mean after all I am putting my information out there so people get curious. A lot of things can cause administrative processing. In our case it was mostly because of my fiancé’s travel history and his nationality. He is from Afghanistan with an Afghan passport and has traveled to Pakistan a couple of times. Even though he has been living in Germany for 20 years, they looked past that and put him into administrative processing due to his background. Like someone else said on here if your fiancé isn’t from a middle eastern county no need to worry too much. 

[eirinlinn 105]

1 hour ago, Rose2019 said:

No it’s fine you aren’t being nosy at all. I mean after all I am putting my information out there so people get curious. A lot of things can cause administrative processing. In our case it was mostly because of my fiancé’s travel history and his nationality. He is from Afghanistan with an Afghan passport and has traveled to Pakistan a couple of times. Even though he has been living in Germany for 20 years, they looked past that and put him into administrative processing due to his background. Like someone else said on here if your fiancé isn’t from a middle eastern county no need to worry too much. 

Okay, now I understand. I'm so sorry that this process has been so long for you. I wish you luck on your journey! 

 

[Crazy Cat 41,898]

1 hour ago, eirinlinn said:

@Paula&Carlos @greenbaum @orangesapples @JFH Thank you all for your answers.

 

A little selective, aren't you?   LOL.

[eirinlinn 105]

Just now, Lucky Cat said:

A little selective, aren't you?   LOL.

AHHHH I knew I was missing someone!!! I was scrolling up the page! 

Thank you @Lucky Cat I promise I didn't forget ya! 😆

[Crazy Cat 41,898]

1 minute ago, eirinlinn said:

AHHHH I knew I was missing someone!!! I was scrolling up the page! 

Thank you @Lucky Cat I promise I didn't forget ya! 😆

Thanks.......😁

[G.B.M 2]

On 10/8/2020 at 7:23 PM, eirinlinn said:

I hope I don’t sound nosy. But I was curious what causes an administrative processing and how to avoid that? That is a very long time to wait! 😧

It's happened when applicants wait and see but not active on their case. Applicant should be active on their visa case. If Embassy does not make a decision within a year then the applicant should submit mandamus for push forward their case toward the embassy's decision.

[Bonike 0]

I’m in a similar situation and the US Embassy in London has this on their website. 

[Greenbaum 12,259]

7 hours ago, Bonike said:

I’m in a similar situation and the US Embassy in London has this on their website. 

 

Follow the instructions from the note you opined in your current post. Stay active with your case with your embassy. We know that embassies have the wherewithal to extend NOA2 expiration dates at least three additional times with 4-month intervals till it reaches its true expiration of one year. With the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic all embassies are extending the expirations dates without a problem. Therefore, prepare a letter of intent, the same as you did when you filed the I-129f, Petition for Alien Fiancé(e) but with updated dates. Good luck and stay engaged in the process.