K1 Second interview- No decision (merged)

[SalishSea 18,079]

See the OP's other thread for context.

[Calisbest510786 3]

19 minutes ago, Jorgedig said:

The issues they are questioning would be questioned even if you were married.

"Martyred"???

Yes, he was supporting the US govt and speaking against the taliban when a suicide bomber attacked and he was killed along with others. In Afg culture, he is considered martyred because of the type of death. This is common language there

[Crazy Cat 42,062]

7 hours ago, Calisbest510786 said:

It is more common in Afghanistan to marry a relative than not.

The question was "How are you related"?  It matters.

[SusieQQQ 11,587]

7 hours ago, Calisbest510786 said:

It is more common in Afghanistan to marry a relative than not. They did not question this fact. They were more interested in testing whether her late husband was alive and children’s ages.

What kind of relation has been asked already. In about half the US states, it is illegal to marry a first cousin, and some other types of cousin marriage are illegal in some states too. Not sure if this matters here, but just a gentle reminder that what is common elsewhere is not always unquestionably accepted in the US.

[Calisbest510786 3]

8 minutes ago, SusieQQQ said:

What kind of relation has been asked already. In about half the US states, it is illegal to marry a first cousin, and some other types of cousin marriage are illegal in some states too. Not sure if this matters here, but just a gentle reminder that what is common elsewhere is not always unquestionably accepted in the US.

Hi thanks, we are not first cousins. We are distant relatives. Grandparents were something like 2nd cousins

[Villanelle 4,122]

Thanks @jan22. I thought the wording used of FPU was odd and didn't pick up on this is related to visa processing.

 

I just read the other thread and Im sorry you are going through this @Calisbest510786. There is unfortunately very little you can do about this. Im not sure exactly why some people get caught up in these types of situations- where they are pushing fraud and demanding confessions. There was another user who was recently put in a similar situation for no apparent reason. Perhaps it's because you are all good people and they want to try to keep good people around?? I really don't know.

 

Any way I  would expect your case to get stuck in an AP status for a bit of time. They may do a home visit and attempt to speak with neighbors and colleagues. (To verify the child's age and marital status) It's probably best to not worry excessively and I wouldn't specifically direct those who may be questioned on how to answer if they are questioned. Think about it like it is an investigation after a crime is committed like you would see on law and order. You don't want to seem like you are interfering or directing others on what to say. 

 

The best thing you can do is make sure everyone in their life is aware of what is going on as is appropriate. They may do another interview as well.  The second interview may be just as rough unfortunately. They did the right thing by answering the questions honestly and it's good they didn't cave under pressure and sign incorrect 'confessions' being forced upon them. They need to go into the second interview (if they are given one) with the same strength.

 

If the k petition is ultimately sent back then you can consider it to be dead in the water. Not sure if you have looked into what happens in those situations. There can often be a very small window where you are told it will be sent back but your congressman may be able to help you get a second or third interview before the papers actually leave the Embassy. Once the papers are gone it's considered over. You would have to start over and the CR is better to then pursue as it can't be sent to die like the K can.

 

 

Edited March 28, 2021 by Villanelle

[Calisbest510786 3]

2 hours ago, Villanelle said:

Thanks @jan22. I thought the wording used of FPU was odd and didn't pick up on this is related to visa processing.

 

I just read the other thread and Im sorry you are going through this @Calisbest510786. There is unfortunately very little you can do about this. Im not sure exactly why some people get caught up in these types of situations- where they are pushing fraud and demanding confessions. There was another user who was recently put in a similar situation for no apparent reason. Perhaps it's because you are all good people and they want to try to keep good people around?? I really don't know.

 

Any way I  would expect your case to get stuck in an AP status for a bit of time. They may do a home visit and attempt to speak with neighbors and colleagues. (To verify the child's age and marital status) It's probably best to not worry excessively and I wouldn't specifically direct those who may be questioned on how to answer if they are questioned. Think about it like it is an investigation after a crime is committed like you would see on law and order. You don't want to seem like you are interfering or directing others on what to say. 

 

The best thing you can do is make sure everyone in their life is aware of what is going on as is appropriate. They may do another interview as well.  The second interview may be just as rough unfortunately. They did the right thing by answering the questions honestly and it's good they didn't cave under pressure and sign incorrect 'confessions' being forced upon them. They need to go into the second interview (if they are given one) with the same strength.

 

If the k petition is ultimately sent back then you can consider it to be dead in the water. Not sure if you have looked into what happens in those situations. There can often be a very small window where you are told it will be sent back but your congressman may be able to help you get a second or third interview before the papers actually leave the Embassy. Once the papers are gone it's considered over. You would have to start over and the CR is better to then pursue as it can't be sent to die like the K can.

 

 

Thank you Villanelle. This was actually their 2nd interview and we didn’t realize it was with FPU until after. I’ve spoken to two lawyers and have decided to wait 1 month for a response. If I don’t hear anything, I will withdraw the application and go get married and apply for a CR1 with a lawyer. We’ve been stuck in AP for over a year already and at this point seems like there’s a slim chance of getting approved (high fraud country and complicated case). I’ll probably frontload the CR1 application with more evidence. Trying to be patient for the next month and hoping to see some change in CEAC updates 😩

[Calisbest510786 3]

Hi VJ members,

 

anyone have experience with Kabul Fraud Protection Unit in Afghanistan? Any positive outcomes? 

 

Thanks

 

 

(admin- please remove or move to correct category if it is wrong.)

 

 

[Crazy Cat 42,062]

 

[SteveInBostonI130 3,482]

38 minutes ago, Calisbest510786 said:

Hi VJ members,

 

anyone have experience with Kabul Fraud Protection Unit in Afghanistan? Any positive outcomes? 

 

Thanks

Hi,

 

I think this is the third topic you started regarding your case.  I understand you are anxious and want some re-assurance.  But your case is one of the more unique/unusual ones here.

 

 

It is difficult waiting to hear back from the embassy, but you need some patience.  Keep on top of it by checking your status on CEAC and contacting the embassy every few days.  It would actually be helpful if you could let us know how your case resolves.

 

I wish you the best and hope you get a positive outcome.

 

[Calisbest510786 3]

21 minutes ago, SteveInBostonI130 said:

Hi,

 

I think this is the third topic you started regarding your case.  I understand you are anxious and want some re-assurance.  But your case is one of the more unique/unusual ones here.

 

 

It is difficult waiting to hear back from the embassy, but you need some patience.  Keep on top of it by checking your status on CEAC and contacting the embassy every few days.  It would actually be helpful if you could let us know how your case resolves.

 

I wish you the best and hope you get a positive outcome.

 

Hi,

 

thanks. I was looking for some experience specific to Kabul embassy but I understand your point. I am new to the platform and not sure how it is being posted. 
 

There have been updates 2 days in a row. I will be sure to provide a status update to all once there is a decision. In hopes that it helps others..

[Penguin_ie 5,996]

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[Calisbest510786 3]

24 minutes ago, Penguin_ie said:

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Hey, no worries. Thanks for merging them. New to VJ so not aware of the rules or how the posts are viewed.

[Calisbest510786 3]

Hi everyone,

 

just wanted to give everyone an update that my fiancé’s case is still in administrative processing. I’m guessing we passed the FPU investigation but there’s no real way of knowing. The only response from the embassy is that it is under going “necessary administrative processing.” 
 

I’ll be sure to let everyone know the final results when we get word. Thanks for all the feedback and support.

[JojoandTomas 218]

10 hours ago, Calisbest510786 said:

Hi everyone,

 

just wanted to give everyone an update that my fiancé’s case is still in administrative processing. I’m guessing we passed the FPU investigation but there’s no real way of knowing. The only response from the embassy is that it is under going “necessary administrative processing.” 
 

I’ll be sure to let everyone know the final results when we get word. Thanks for all the feedback and support.

Hopefully you get some good news soon🙏