The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal. Post here and support each other (PART 2)

[kate777 21]

1 hour ago, oclus said:

@kate777 hi just curious how long did it take between the documents submission and the visa issuance? Did you have updates in between? Ours got sent on 18th Jan 2023 and since then few updates but it still says ‘Refused’ btw we are K1 visa too

That sucks I’m sorry, that’s longer than us and I thought we had to wait a long time! His medical was submitted 1/30, and he mailed his pics on 2/1 so they got there in the next day or two. We then had case updates on 2/7 and 2/23, before it said application received on 3/7.

[F3MTL 9]

1 hour ago, oclus said:

@F3MTL Did they ask for new DS form as well? Usually if they don’t ask for a new DS they also don’t ask for pics. In our case they asked for a new DS160 and pics with the medical. 

Ah okay, makes sense. They didn’t ask for DS260 (in our case). Medical is scheduled…

[Mary184 5]

Guys, when someone is cleared, do they get an email or notification that they are cleared? Or asking for passport is how you know you are cleared from AP? 

[Gha 16]

@Mary184 first your status update and your case come in ready position and after 2 days status change to issue

it my guess may be I am wrong 

Thank you 

[likethefox 3]

Hey everyone, 

 

Meant to send this update awhile ago... I received my approved US visa back from the Montreal Consulate on January 31st!  My initial interview was July 13 2022 with a DS 260 issued on July 14 2022.

 

We had filed a WOM with Hacking Immigration Law in late October 2022.  The consulate filed for a 30 day extension on Dec 27 and almost immediately I began to see movement on the CEAC page (case updates).  Second medical and new passport photos were requested on January 9.  My visa status changed to "issued" on January 30 and then unbelievably, I had the passport in hand with visa the next day on January 31st.  

 

I hope this is enoucraging for those still stuck in the dreadfully long and frustrating limbo.  I did go the WOM route and had a great experience with Hacking Immigration Law.  I've seen a lot of complaints that it's hard to talk to an actual lawyer after the initial filing, which is true, but true because it's mostly unnecessary.  The paralegal that handled the case was responsive, clear, and helpful throughout each step of the lawsuit process.  My advice to those considering a WOM would be to get all of the questions out in the free consulation phone call with a lawyer because otherwise, you will only be in contact with a paralegal.  

 

Keep your heads up and I hope everyone here gets clear soon!

[Irish89 44]

Hi Everyone. Looking into law firms to hire for our WOM. Hoping some good samaritans might share some recommendations or experiences they may have had with different firms. Right now either PIC or Josh Goldstein are our top picks but interested to hear alternative experiences with Hacking law, Nimmer ect. Thanks in advance for any shared experiences.

[Irish89 44]

2 hours ago, likethefox said:

Hey everyone, 

 

Meant to send this update awhile ago... I received my approved US visa back from the Montreal Consulate on January 31st!  My initial interview was July 13 2022 with a DS 260 issued on July 14 2022.

 

We had filed a WOM with Hacking Immigration Law in late October 2022.  The consulate filed for a 30 day extension on Dec 27 and almost immediately I began to see movement on the CEAC page (case updates).  Second medical and new passport photos were requested on January 9.  My visa status changed to "issued" on January 30 and then unbelievably, I had the passport in hand with visa the next day on January 31st.  

 

I hope this is enoucraging for those still stuck in the dreadfully long and frustrating limbo.  I did go the WOM route and had a great experience with Hacking Immigration Law.  I've seen a lot of complaints that it's hard to talk to an actual lawyer after the initial filing, which is true, but true because it's mostly unnecessary.  The paralegal that handled the case was responsive, clear, and helpful throughout each step of the lawsuit process.  My advice to those considering a WOM would be to get all of the questions out in the free consulation phone call with a lawyer because otherwise, you will only be in contact with a paralegal.  

 

Keep your heads up and I hope everyone here gets clear soon!

Congratulation!! That gives us some hope with your relatively quick turnaround.

[throwitaway 190]

4 hours ago, Irish89 said:

Hi Everyone. Looking into law firms to hire for our WOM. Hoping some good samaritans might share some recommendations or experiences they may have had with different firms. Right now either PIC or Josh Goldstein are our top picks but interested to hear alternative experiences with Hacking law, Nimmer ect. Thanks in advance for any shared experiences.

PIC is honestly the best of that list, but you should do consults and you’ll see the difference firsthand.  

[Irish89 44]

3 hours ago, throwitaway said:

PIC is honestly the best of that list, but you should do consults and you’ll see the difference firsthand.  

Thank you. We are pushing to use PIC but there hard to get in touch with and get a call back even to schedule a consult. Have you a personal experience with PIC?

[throwitaway 190]

11 minutes ago, Irish89 said:

Thank you. We are pushing to use PIC but there hard to get in touch with and get a call back even to schedule a consult. Have you a personal experience with PIC?

Yes, we used them after we fired our first lawyer. I’ll PM you Chris’ email.

[Paparazi 4]

On 3/7/2023 at 6:21 AM, jessiedhillon said:

Hello Everyone 

I am new in this thread under 221g for incorrect police clearance  certificate.

 

Interviewed on 10th Jan 2023 Montreal,

Refused  for incorrect police clearance  certificate. Certificate sent to consulate on 2nd feb 2023. Any idea how long will this take , my passport is at consulate. 

Hello, any luck with your case? My family also had similar issued, refused for incorrect Police Certificate. We have been waiting fo close to 4 weeks now.

[jessiedhillon 7]

7 hours ago, Paparazi said:

Hello, any luck with your case? My family also had similar issued, refused for incorrect Police Certificate. We have been waiting fo close to 4 weeks now.

Yes my visa got approved on March 8th i am in US now.

[Paparazi 4]

31 minutes ago, jessiedhillon said:

Yes my visa got approved on March 8th i am in US now.

Oh wow, awesome, happy for you. Did you get to send them any email while you were waiting?  Our interview was on 9 February, and they recieved our ceritifcate on the 28 of February, we are still waiting. 

 

Anyways, congratulations.

[jessiedhillon 7]

26 minutes ago, Paparazi said:

Oh wow, awesome, happy for you. Did you get to send them any email while you were waiting?  Our interview was on 9 February, and they recieved our ceritifcate on the 28 of February, we are still waiting. 

 

Anyways, congratulations.

They take almost 6 weeks you will get email soon

Just now, jessiedhillon said:

They take almost 6 weeks you will get email soon

I did sent them email but just got generic reply 

[Gha 16]

@Fayisa any update on your case 

embassy asked your husband passport 

Thank you