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

[saied 16]

21 hours ago, Tikitch said:

Hey folks! 
 

I was asked to submit a second medical and send my passport, which the consulate received both on August 16th. First question, not to get ahead of myself, but I remember my lawyer telling me to pay the Immigration fee before crossing. I looked it up and it said that I should have received a packet at the interview, which I didn't. And I did go through AP (DS5535), so would I get this packet or handout when my visa is actually issued? Any info on how to handle this is greatly appreciated.

 

Second question, has anyone been asked to submit their passport and second medical but then got refused?? I shouldn't be thinking negatively but im so traumatized from the entire experience, id rather prepare myself mentally. Otherwise, any idea of timeline of when I can expect it to be issued after they receive all the documents? 

Again, thanks so much for the incredible community. I really don't know how I could have done this without you! 

 

How long were you in AP.

 

[martin13211 0]

23 hours ago, Tikitch said:

Hey folks! 
 

I was asked to submit a second medical and send my passport, which the consulate received both on August 16th. First question, not to get ahead of myself, but I remember my lawyer telling me to pay the Immigration fee before crossing. I looked it up and it said that I should have received a packet at the interview, which I didn't. And I did go through AP (DS5535), so would I get this packet or handout when my visa is actually issued? Any info on how to handle this is greatly appreciated.

 

Second question, has anyone been asked to submit their passport and second medical but then got refused?? I shouldn't be thinking negatively but im so traumatized from the entire experience, id rather prepare myself mentally. Otherwise, any idea of timeline of when I can expect it to be issued after they receive all the documents? 

Again, thanks so much for the incredible community. I really don't know how I could have done this without you! 

 

I am in a similar situation friend, are you DV visa?

[mam521 2,023]

On 8/28/2023 at 9:49 AM, Tikitch said:

Hey folks! 
 

I was asked to submit a second medical and send my passport, which the consulate received both on August 16th. First question, not to get ahead of myself, but I remember my lawyer telling me to pay the Immigration fee before crossing. I looked it up and it said that I should have received a packet at the interview, which I didn't. And I did go through AP (DS5535), so would I get this packet or handout when my visa is actually issued? Any info on how to handle this is greatly appreciated.

 

Second question, has anyone been asked to submit their passport and second medical but then got refused?? I shouldn't be thinking negatively but im so traumatized from the entire experience, id rather prepare myself mentally. Otherwise, any idea of timeline of when I can expect it to be issued after they receive all the documents? 

Again, thanks so much for the incredible community. I really don't know how I could have done this without you! 

 

You used to get a big packet in a sealed envelope.  Now, everything is typically digital.  When you get your passport back, on the visa page, there will be a little section down the middle next to your photo called "Annotation: IV DOCS IN CCD 221(g)(2)(B)".  That indicates the required documents are in the USCIS database for the officer to review.  You'll probably also get a piece of paper in the courier envelope reminding you to pay your $220 GC fee and possibly your chest x-ray if you don't already have it.  

[Tikitch 21]

7 hours ago, saied said:

How long were you in AP.

 

9 months 

[AP_since_May2023 37]

3 hours ago, Tikitch said:

9 months 

 

Are you able to share the type of AP you are under? Is it MENA country, TAL, or CLASS?

 

Your best guess of course.

[Mjuve 7]

My K-1 Visa status changed to READY today. had a 221g on my interview on June 27 with no additional documents or information needed. Today completes 9 weeks and been refused for the whole time since the day of the interview with few updates. It still shows Immigrant VISA. Is this a good sign? I just don't want to get my hopes up and get disappointed. anyone has a similar situation with being refused for a while then changed to ready?

[Ds553513 16]

Hi @Mjuve it is very good sign .hopefully you are very close.by tomorrow morning it will be change to issue 

congratulation and you are good to go 

[Mjuve 7]

Just now, Gha said:

Hi @Mjuve it is very good sign .hopefully you are very close.by tomorrow morning it will be change to issue 

congratulation and you are good to go 

OMG I pray you're right. I am trying to keep calm since I don't trust this process and the unpleasant surprises I have been getting from the first step lol but thank you for your encouraging words

[dennisv 23]

Holy #######! After like 9 months in DS-5535.. Visa and Passport have returned to me.

No WOM filed but was almost going to pull trigger!!

 

Timeline:
Nov 9 2022: CR1 Interview (MTL)
Nov 9 2022: 221G (DS-5535)
May 18 2023 E-mailed MTL for update at very less.
May 26 2023: MTL replied requesting a 2nd medical be completed, and passport be sent via AIS. Petition put on hold pending receipt on outstanding items.
Jun 20 2023: 2nd medical completed in Surrey BC
Jul 10 2023: US Consulate in receipt of Passport
Aug 03 2023: Sent follow up email to MTL
Aug 10 2023: MTL replied that pending review of documents with CO and hold tight.
Aug 22 2023: CEAC changed to issued.
Aug 24 2023: Passport picked up at CPO

Edited August 31, 2023 by dennisv
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[dennisv 23]

On 8/7/2023 at 9:13 PM, EveK said:

Hello, Im new in this group. I had my visa interview today in Montreal today for IR1 and put me on administrative prossessing under 221(g),  gave me a white slip and asked me to complete DS 5535 form through a office.com link. The interview went very well and I was shocked to see the outcome. I have three kids all under 5 with my US citizen husband and totally disheartened with their decision. Can anyone tell me how long is the processing? I will be filling out the form and send it tomorrow. 

Mine was 9 months to complete from 221g to visa issued.

[dennisv 23]

On 8/28/2023 at 8:49 AM, Tikitch said:

Hey folks! 
 

I was asked to submit a second medical and send my passport, which the consulate received both on August 16th. First question, not to get ahead of myself, but I remember my lawyer telling me to pay the Immigration fee before crossing. I looked it up and it said that I should have received a packet at the interview, which I didn't. And I did go through AP (DS5535), so would I get this packet or handout when my visa is actually issued? Any info on how to handle this is greatly appreciated.

 

Second question, has anyone been asked to submit their passport and second medical but then got refused?? I shouldn't be thinking negatively but im so traumatized from the entire experience, id rather prepare myself mentally. Otherwise, any idea of timeline of when I can expect it to be issued after they receive all the documents? 

Again, thanks so much for the incredible community. I really don't know how I could have done this without you! 

 

@Tikitch Congrats!! From sending in my passport and 2nd medical, it was like 6 weeks until CEAC changed to issued. Got passport back in 2 days.  You'll get a leaflet with the info regarding paying the $220 fee, and the "A" number is called "registration number" on your visa.

[Nadzz 5]

How long does it usually take if I ask for my passport back? And does anyone know if asking for your passport will delay the process even more? My interview was on July 21st 2023. They asked me to fill out a ds5535 as well as send them a missing document along with my passport which was sent a few days later. Thank you all for your help

[Tikitch 21]

11 hours ago, Nadzz said:

How long does it usually take if I ask for my passport back? And does anyone know if asking for your passport will delay the process even more? My interview was on July 21st 2023. They asked me to fill out a ds5535 as well as send them a missing document along with my passport which was sent a few days later. Thank you all for your help

It doesn't affect the process at all, so request it back ASAP. It really depends I got mine after 4-5 days of requesting it.

[Nadzz 5]

1 hour ago, Tikitch said:

It doesn't affect the process at all, so request it back ASAP. It really depends I got mine after 4-5 days of requesting it.

Thank you, I will right away. Do you think if I travel with the passport they would ask me to fill out another ds5535 or anything like that? Sorry I’m just super paranoid lol

[Tikitch 21]

2 hours ago, Nadzz said:

Thank you, I will right away. Do you think if I travel with the passport they would ask me to fill out another ds5535 or anything like that? Sorry I’m just super paranoid lol

No they won't but when I went to the US, I let them know that I have a green card application and if they ask about where you are in the process, I was always open and honest about being in AP.