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

[Frozen21 6]

The few cases that got approved recently, where they all WOM? Anyone keep track? 

[throwitaway 190]

On 12/21/2022 at 1:49 PM, Frozen21 said:

The few cases that got approved recently, where they all WOM? Anyone keep track? 

It’s been a mix for sure. 

[kryptonite 43]

My status still says "Ready" and has not changed. I had sent an email to the embassy on December 14th prior to this status changing. On December 19th, the status changed to "Ready" and last update date changed to December 19th as well. Shortly after, on December 22nd, I got a response from the embassy. It was still their generic response:

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Thank you for your inquiry.  

 

We acknowledge receipt of your e-mail and the additional documents you have provided. 

 

This case is currently pending to be reviewed by a consular officer. As soon as the review is complete, the Visa Unit will advise of the next steps if anything else is needed to complete processing the case. 

 

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

--

What's strange is that firstly, I didn't send any additional documents because I didn't have to so it's for sure just a copy and paste email and secondly, the last update date didn't change this time when they sent the email so they didn't even open my case when they sent me this email. Previously when they sent the email out to me, the last update date had changed as well.

 

What's good is that they've been pretty consistent with their email response time (5 business days) at least for me. What's not good is that the response doesn't really give much info lol. 

 

I guess ever since my status changed to Ready, I've gotten more impatient because I feel like I'm so close and I just keep wondering "what're you waiting for?!!" but, now it's December 22nd, and we're getting close to Christmas holidays. I'm not even sure if we'll see any progress now because of that. What do you guys think? I saw in their holiday schedule that they don't work Monday the 26th. The 27th seems to only be observed by Canadians but, I'm not sure if officers are working this day. 

 

Was hoping for some Christmas miracle for all of us so that we can all be reconnected with our families for the holidays. Who knows, it could still happen!!

 

[AnimeLover89 2]

On 12/20/2022 at 9:28 AM, kryptonite said:

 

 

Edited December 23, 2022 by AnimeLover89

[AnimeLover89 2]

10 hours ago, kryptonite said:

My status still says "Ready" and has not changed. I had sent an email to the embassy on December 14th prior to this status changing. On December 19th, the status changed to "Ready" and last update date changed to December 19th as well. Shortly after, on December 22nd, I got a response from the embassy. It was still their generic response:

--

Thank you for your inquiry.  

 

We acknowledge receipt of your e-mail and the additional documents you have provided. 

 

This case is currently pending to be reviewed by a consular officer. As soon as the review is complete, the Visa Unit will advise of the next steps if anything else is needed to complete processing the case. 

 

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

--

What's strange is that firstly, I didn't send any additional documents because I didn't have to so it's for sure just a copy and paste email and secondly, the last update date didn't change this time when they sent the email so they didn't even open my case when they sent me this email. Previously when they sent the email out to me, the last update date had changed as well.

 

What's good is that they've been pretty consistent with their email response time (5 business days) at least for me. What's not good is that the response doesn't really give much info lol. 

 

I guess ever since my status changed to Ready, I've gotten more impatient because I feel like I'm so close and I just keep wondering "what're you waiting for?!!" but, now it's December 22nd, and we're getting close to Christmas holidays. I'm not even sure if we'll see any progress now because of that. What do you guys think? I saw in their holiday schedule that they don't work Monday the 26th. The 27th seems to only be observed by Canadians but, I'm not sure if officers are working this day. 

 

Was hoping for some Christmas miracle for all of us so that we can all be reconnected with our families for the holidays. Who knows, it could still happen!!

 

Exactly the response I got when I emailed them. Lets hope we get our visa issued soon. The embassy has varying hours on Monday but are pretty much working normally from tuesday onwards. 

Edited December 23, 2022 by AnimeLover89

[Mmk2112 34]

Any news for anyone. I will be 4 months on Jan 12 2023 on DS 5535. Do you guys recommend WOM?

Edited December 29, 2022 by Mmk2112

[bobobobobo 31]

On 12/19/2022 at 10:17 PM, ice-qube said:

Another two meaningless CEAC “Last updated” updates on Dec 12 and 16. Still remains refused. They just like to play, i think.

same here- my interview (K1) was at 8th of november, and then the case was updated on the 16th and now 28th of december. i am hoping they will be ready by the beginning of january, but i am not sure if i am being optimistic or not..

[PZibran325 112]

Most people have waited 6 months before going for a WOM some have gone ahead at the 4 month mark and others have waited much longer. It really depends on you and what your lawyer says. However, as one of the members recently pointed out it is holiday season so it may be prudent to wait until February at the very least.

[Mmk2112 34]

Thank you for your advice

[Tiabeanie 39]

Happy New Years in advance everyone. I've decided to email the consulate and this is a response I've received when following up on my case file and wanted to know if anyone received an email similar to mine:

 

Hello, 

 

Thank you for your inquiry.  

 

We acknowledge receipt of your e-mail and the additional documents you have provided. 

 

This case is currently pending to be reviewed by the Visa Unit. As soon as the review is complete, the Visa Unit will advise of the next steps if anything else is needed to complete processing the case. 

 

While we cannot predict when the processing of your visa will be completed, please be assured that the Consulate and the Department of State are aware of your concerns and will contact you as soon as the processing is complete. 

 

We hope that this information is helpful in replying to your inquiry.  

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance. 

 

 

 

[throwitaway 190]

4 hours ago, Tiabeanie said:

Happy New Years in advance everyone. I've decided to email the consulate and this is a response I've received when following up on my case file and wanted to know if anyone received an email similar to mine:

 

Hello, 

 

Thank you for your inquiry.  

 

We acknowledge receipt of your e-mail and the additional documents you have provided. 

 

This case is currently pending to be reviewed by the Visa Unit. As soon as the review is complete, the Visa Unit will advise of the next steps if anything else is needed to complete processing the case. 

 

While we cannot predict when the processing of your visa will be completed, please be assured that the Consulate and the Department of State are aware of your concerns and will contact you as soon as the processing is complete. 

 

We hope that this information is helpful in replying to your inquiry.  

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance. 

 

 

 

This is one of their most used template replies.

[ice-qube 649]

On 12/30/2022 at 11:49 AM, bobobobobo said:

same here- my interview (K1) was at 8th of november, and then the case was updated on the 16th and now 28th of december. i am hoping they will be ready by the beginning of january, but i am not sure if i am being optimistic or not..

It's optimistic, yeah, but good for you, keep that optimism. It is hard for me nowadays to do the same, so I admire it.

[bobobobobo 31]

How often does it usually update while in AP/221g? .. my case has been updated three times! 16th dec -> 28th dec -> 03 jan (at 7 am??)

very confusing. Hope this means it is resolved soon.

[Mmk2112 34]

3 hours ago, bobobobobo said:

How often does it usually update while in AP/221g? .. my case has been updated three times! 16th dec -> 28th dec -> 03 jan (at 7 am??)

very confusing. Hope this means it is resolved soon.

It's updated as soon as someone in VO opens your file. I have 5 updates since Sept 12th my interview date

[bobobobobo 31]

Is "Application received" an indicative of it being issued for good or is there a chance for rejection? For K-1 Visa. I'm not sure if it's too early for me to celebrate or not. I guess I'll have to wait 1 week for it to actually say issued if it is good news

16th dec -> 28th dec -> 03 jan -> 04 jan (application received)