The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal. Post here and support each other (split)

[ice-qube 649]

8 hours ago, BatmanFlow said:

if you havent gotten a response yet, you wont get it in time for the long weekend.

when i asked for my moms passport back, they took a week to respond and it was pretty much telling me her passport was being returned and then i got tracking number the next day. took about two weeks in total to get it back

No movement on your mom's case yet? Her and I are running towards new records, it would seem.

[BatmanFlow 481]

1 hour ago, ice-qube said:

No movement on your mom's case yet? Her and I are running towards new records, it would seem.

Nope nothing. I think the last time her actual case date updated was November 24. Ever since then the updates all correlated with my emails to embassy. 
 

she’s gonna come visit on wed for a month. Really hoping for a miracle. If not we might fork over money for a suit. Definitely don’t want to but doesn’t look like anything is happening 😞 

[cherrykixs 0]

I had my interview last March was put under 221g. After 2 months, I got a DS  5535 . What is the best email address to contact them? I want my passport back. They kept my passport after my interview. Honestly, this is too much to deal mentally and emotionally.

Edited June 28, 2022 by cherrykixs

[F3MTL 9]

Had my interview yesterday. Principal applicant + derivative approved and issued, but the spouse was told they would need to respond to some questions. Hopefully, this doesn't delay things too much. Category is F3 at Montreal.

 

The principal applicant is thinking about activating the visas with the derivative, but will apply for a 2 year reentry permit while the spouse awaits administrative processing. Is this allowed? 

 

Edited June 28, 2022 by F3MTL

[Ontarkie 14,225]

58 minutes ago, F3MTL said:

Had my interview yesterday. Principal applicant + derivative approved and issued, but the spouse was told they would need to respond to some questions. Hopefully, this doesn't delay things too much. Category is F3 at Montreal.

 

The principal applicant is thinking about activating the visas with the derivative, but will apply for a 2 year reentry permit while the spouse awaits administrative processing. Is this allowed? 

 

Yes get everyone who has the visa to get that visa endorsed. Get the process started for those now. The Visa only lasts 6 months from medical, watch the expiry date closely.

[F3MTL 9]

2 minutes ago, Ontarkie said:

Yes get everyone who has the visa to get that visa endorsed. Get the process started for those now. The Visa only lasts 6 months from medical, watch the expiry date closely.

Okay, we'll do that ASAP, thanks. Just waiting for Montreal to send them. Status shows "Issued" but no tracking yet. 

 

I also did a bit of research, and the spouse who was placed under 221(g) has a name that is EXTREMELY similar to someone who committed a sexual assault crime in 2020. The city that the person was charged in is literally 10 minutes away from our own city/house, and the age and name of the person is so similar to that of the spouse. I think it's very possible that the systems flagged the spouse and thought that was him. I remember the interviewing asking all of us, "you live in [City Name, Province Name], right?" Man, this sucks. The email hasn't been sent yet, but I guess it's best to prepare all this stuff ahead of time. 

[Ontarkie 14,225]

2 minutes ago, F3MTL said:

Okay, we'll do that ASAP, thanks. Just waiting for Montreal to send them. Status shows "Issued" but no tracking yet. 

 

I also did a bit of research, and the spouse who was placed under 221(g) has a name that is EXTREMELY similar to someone who committed a sexual assault crime in 2020. The city that the person was charged in is literally 10 minutes away from our own city/house, and the age and name of the person is so similar to that of the spouse. I think it's very possible that the systems flagged the spouse and thought that was him. I remember the interviewing asking all of us, "you live in [City Name, Province Name], right?" Man, this sucks. The email hasn't been sent yet, but I guess it's best to prepare all this stuff ahead of time. 

Oh Wow, that is crazy. At least you have some idea of what the trigger could be. Sucks big time though. 

[F3MTL 9]

Is retrieving an I-94 allowed for the purposes of filling out DS-5535? We made many "one-day" trips across the border, but not every trip had a stamp in our passport. 

[From_CAN_2_US 1,106]

5 minutes ago, F3MTL said:

Is retrieving an I-94 allowed for the purposes of filling out DS-5535? We made many "one-day" trips across the border, but not every trip had a stamp in our passport. 

Yes, you can download your I-94 to get information on your travel history. Many people do that.

[Ap 5535 2]

Hello everyone. 
This question must be answered here on this forum multiple times for sure. I would like to know tips for travelling while in AP from pearson airport. What to do and what to avoid with cpb officer . Will it be any problem travelling in ap. As far my personal experience from Pearson whenever i flew from there they always put me in secondary. 

[PZibran325 112]

On 6/23/2022 at 7:07 PM, herecomestherain said:

Unfortunately it is illegal to do work in the U.S. remotely without a visa, regardless of where the actual employer is located.

 

If you are caught you could face a 10 year ban. 
 

I looked into it myself but I was disappointed when I found out.

 

Not my business but I really feel for you and your family. You must be going through so much and I think everyone in this forum would agree that one of the worst parts of this whole situation is the “not knowing”. 
 

For everyone, especially newbies, I think setting a limit on how long you are willing to wait for AP to resolve will go a long way for your mental health.
 

For example, we decided we wanted an answer by the end of July. Once we decided on the date to file WoM, it felt like I took back a little bit of control of my life.

 

Set a date way in the future and put money aside for WoM weekly or monthly. The WoM was 5.5K USD. If the day comes and nothing has changed, you will have money set aside for it. If AP resolves on its own, you have nest egg.

This is a brilliant idea, What made you all decide on the end of July?

[BatmanFlow 481]

3 hours ago, Ap 5535 said:

Hello everyone. 
This question must be answered here on this forum multiple times for sure. I would like to know tips for travelling while in AP from pearson airport. What to do and what to avoid with cpb officer . Will it be any problem travelling in ap. As far my personal experience from Pearson whenever i flew from there they always put me in secondary. 

My mom is traveling from Pearson tomorrow so I’ll let you know how it goes

i told my sister to be honest about everything and shouldn’t be an issue 

[SalishSea 17,829]

On 6/23/2022 at 11:56 AM, ice-qube said:

Not talking about a US job. Just a Canadian job and take laptop and work remote for a couple of weeks at a time while visiting.

Also not permitted.  Working while in the US, without a work permit, is not allowed.  

 

Anyone in the unenviable position of extended AP may want to adhere to the rules in the interim.

[SalishSea 17,829]

On 6/24/2022 at 8:34 AM, Mary184 said:

Hi everyone,

 

Presumably one applied for a work permit in US while waiting for AP to be resolved (DS5535), can one apply for I-485 to adjust the status? Is it doable or once one is under AP, there is no way to do so? Thanks. 

No.  That is immigration fraud.

 

 

6 hours ago, Ap 5535 said:

Hello everyone. 
This question must be answered here on this forum multiple times for sure. I would like to know tips for travelling while in AP from pearson airport. What to do and what to avoid with cpb officer . Will it be any problem travelling in ap. As far my personal experience from Pearson whenever i flew from there they always put me in secondary. 

Just don't lie.

[ice-qube 649]

5 hours ago, Jorgedig said:

Also not permitted.  Working while in the US, without a work permit, is not allowed.  

 

Anyone in the unenviable position of extended AP may want to adhere to the rules in the interim.

Well i am out of options, then. Just more waiting.