part IV, the big IR1/CR1 DQ'd message group...

[TSmith 10]

Anyone know the closest hotels to the Montreal US Embassy for the interview? 

[Sharma Ali 36]

2 hours ago, TSmith said:

Anyone know the closest hotels to the Montreal US Embassy for the interview? 

Best Western Plus Montreal downtown - Hotel Europa. It’s just less than 50 steps from the embassy.

[jmkmqp 7]

21 hours ago, TSmith said:

Anyone know the closest hotels to the Montreal US Embassy for the interview? 

Sheraton Le Centre is one block away. Nice, clean

[shocksandaunyx 7]

A quick couple of questions:

 

1. Will a copy of the DS-260 be required at interview?

2. What form needs to be updated if employment information changes between doc qual and interview? And what evidence will need to be given of this employment change at the interview?

[krzz 5]

Hello All,

 

I have petitioned an application for my parents. My mum just got DQ-ed! YAY. Whats the current wait time for Interviews in Montreal?

However my Dad got a review note for his case. 

 

The cases, and the paperwork are the same for both. I have submitted the same TAX info for both petitions however, NVC is asking for tax documents that don't apply in my case for my Dads case..

 

What's the best recourse for me?

 

Does this mean my parents will have interviews on different days?

 

assistance will be appreciated.

 

Thank you

 

 

Edited February 19, 2022 by krzz

[DamAk 33]

Hi everyone,

I had my interview on January 21 and was waiting on my medical to be sent for the visa to be processed. They received the medical on Jan 27. As of right now, my visa is still refused and the last time I contacted the consulate, they mentioned that my case is still waiting to be reviewed by the consulate officer (Feb 4). The date hasn't updated on CEAC since (maybe it's in AP?)

 

Obviously at this point, I'm kind of worried about what's happening with my case since there's no transparency, and I keep coming up with scenarios as to why my case hasn't been reviewed yet. They still have my passport so idk if that's a good sign.

Now I have some questions to clear up any assumptions I might be making as to why this is taking so long. Any help would be extremely helpful.

1. I'm a Canadian citizen but born in India. Came to Canada with my parents when I was 8. Even though I've been in Canada, would my birth place affect the AP time, since India is considered a high fraud country? 

2. I was working under a 1 year contract at my previous job, and my last day was 3 weeks before my interview (end of Dec 2021). I didn't update the CO about this during the time of the interview since it wasn't brought up and due to the fact that my employer asked me if I could work remotely temporarily after my move. I'm officially not working there anymore as the employer hired a new on-site employee.

Is there any way I can update this now, while I'm in AP? Will updating this affect my processing time further? This just came to mind since I'm now looking for another job (didn't think I'd have to until I got to the US) in Canada. 

 

My husband isn't really worried. He's patiently waiting out the wait since I was only refused due to the medical. His peace is helping me stay calm and not overthink too much lol. A third person insight regarding the job aspect would be really appreciated though because I had no intention of being dishonest, and I'm afraid of it seeming this way to them. I just don't know what to do about updating them. Please help.

 

Edit: I filled out the DS-260 in July and mentioned I was presently working with the employer at that time, before submitting everything. Since then I haven't updated anything on it.

Edited February 19, 2022 by DamAk
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[DamAk 33]

2 hours ago, DamAk said:

I didn't update the CO about this during the time of the interview since it wasn't brought up and due to the fact that my employer asked me if I could work remotely temporarily after my move.

Correction: I don't remember if my current job was brought up during the interview. But I do know that at the time, I was asked to work remotely. So if asked, I would have said I'm with the same employer.

 

 

[mel4 9]

On 2/15/2022 at 8:49 PM, Ontarkie said:

it's not where he crossed, it's who is processing the card that makes the difference in speed of production. 

How can I find out where it is processing? We paid our fee Nov 17 and he crossed Nov 21 and still no sign of the card. 

[DamAk 33]

On 2/19/2022 at 2:09 AM, krzz said:

Hello All,

 

I have petitioned an application for my parents. My mum just got DQ-ed! YAY. Whats the current wait time for Interviews in Montreal?

However my Dad got a review note for his case. 

 

The cases, and the paperwork are the same for both. I have submitted the same TAX info for both petitions however, NVC is asking for tax documents that don't apply in my case for my Dads case..

 

What's the best recourse for me?

 

Does this mean my parents will have interviews on different days?

 

assistance will be appreciated.

 

Thank you

 

 

I believe DQ to IL is around 2 months now for IR1/CR1 cases. I dont know the exact number for other family visa categories but seeing how fast Montreal caught up in just a span of few months for spouses, I don't think you'll have to wait too long.

 

If your dad gets DQ'd soon, they may have the interview at the same time or within a couple days of each other, its hard to tell. Emailing NVC to let them know you filed their petition together and would prefer if they had the interview on the same day might help, I'm not sure.

 

As for the tax documents, I think someone else would have a better answer. Hope this was somewhat helpful lol.

Edited February 20, 2022 by DamAk

[Ontarkie 14,325]

3 hours ago, mel4 said:

How can I find out where it is processing? We paid our fee Nov 17 and he crossed Nov 21 and still no sign of the card. 

That I do not know. It may be your local office. 

In the General Immigration Forum they do have a thread in there. That may help. 

[TSmith 10]

We are going to be flying to the US once we get her Visa. Has anyone flown as opposed to drove across the border? Is crossing a lengthy process? Looking for advice, thank you!

[harshshah 15]

Hey guys, I crossed the border 2 weeks ago. Is there anyway to track the progress of the actual copy of Green card? I know it takes a bit to get it but anyway i can get any update as to what is happening with it?

[Ashtim 5]

If anyone from Canada enters usa and Activate their visa . And then travel abroad . Can they enter Canada afterwards being a PR ( all PR requirements are full filled and citizenship is in process ) for moving the belongings later . 

[DGF 730]

On 2/20/2022 at 7:20 AM, mel4 said:

How can I find out where it is processing? We paid our fee Nov 17 and he crossed Nov 21 and still no sign of the card. 

What's the first three letters of the case number? I believe you would have been given that when you paid the fee. I know a while back it was where your I-130 processed but that may have changed. 

Edited February 21, 2022 by DGF

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

2 hours ago, Ashtim said:

If anyone from Canada enters usa and Activate their visa . And then travel abroad . Can they enter Canada afterwards being a PR ( all PR requirements are full filled and citizenship is in process ) for moving the belongings later . 

Yes, you are still a PR of Canada so long as you maintain your Residency Obligation (physical presence of 730 in the last 5 years), which if you only just moved and lived in Canada for the past 4 years or so, should be maintained for a long time from now.

 

When travelling by commercial carrier (airline/ bus/ boat/ train) make sure you have a valid PR card with you. If you are entering by land you don’t even need that. Just your passport will do, but best to also carry your COPR in the absence of the valid PR card.

 

PS - since you have applied for Canadian citizenship, Make sure you let IRCC know that you are now residing in the US and provide them with your American address and phone number. They will send communication to that.

Edited February 21, 2022 by From_CAN_2_US