Calling everyone going thru Islamabad Embassy, version 2.0

[esperando 0]

How long did it take most people to get a call back from the embassy to set up the interview after mailing back packet three? (156/157 forms)?

Thanks im still no patient after all this waiting!

Allison

[MaryandMian 1]

How long did it take most people to get a call back from the embassy to set up the interview after mailing back packet three? (156/157 forms)?

Thanks im still no patient after all this waiting!

Allison

08/19/05 Packet 3.5 returned to embassy.

10/31/05 Got Packet 4 with interview date.

12/12/05 Interview.

Good luck. We were marriage visa so they take little longer to schedule.

Mary

Shon & Mary,

You guys really deserve a visa now. I am sure both of you have a very happy reunion soon after such long hellish immigration journey.

But one thing is clear that US has double standards for Pakistan. On one hand Pakistan and US are allies both of ‘em are part of War against terrorism however on other hand US has tight security issue against Pakistani immigration/non Immigration Visa applicants.

This whole thing is not understandable.

Best of luck.

Thanks Imran, I know it is double standard when you read their policies. I know that 9/11 made it harder for us to get visas as well. Just like you said this whole process is not understandable since there is no rhyme or reason. All we can do is pray for patience and understanding in this process and know that Allah/God will bless us in the end.

Mary

[babybunny 2]

Shon & Mary,

You guys really deserve a visa now. I am sure both of you have a very happy reunion soon after such long hellish immigration journey.

But one thing is clear that US has double standards for Pakistan. On one hand Pakistan and US are allies both of ‘em are part of War against terrorism however on other hand US has tight security issue against Pakistani immigration/non Immigration Visa applicants.

This whole thing is not understandable.

Best of luck.

Thank you Imran. its true nothign is understandable. I thought we were waiting for the security checks

to clear. but, we have been waiting 3 months since they cleared. not fair. but, we all should be done with this stuff so soon.

How long did it take most people to get a call back from the embassy to set up the interview after mailing back packet three? (156/157 forms)?

Thanks im still no patient after all this waiting!

Allison

send an e mail to the embassy ask them if the packet 3 has been sent yet! sometimes

it takes 3 weeks because they are slow as he11. so E mail them.

here is the email address.

PakIVInfo@state.gov

please be sure to add the case number and spouse/fiance birhtdate and also this disclaimer

on all Emails and letters..

In accordance with the Privacy Act of 1974, you and your staff are hereby

authorized to freely discuss any and all aspects of my situation.

Sincerely,

[babybunny 2]

Dayum it - I called DOS .. we have another Dayum security check issued today. Just when I think all is good we get another freaking brick wall. so I dont know what hell the lady meant we will get a response from Amex.

last security check took nearly 3 months

[rmash 0]

That sucks, how come they are doing that? dont they know they are messing with peoples lives.

Isnt there anyone you are your husband can complain to?

[babybunny 2]

That sucks, how come they are doing that? dont they know they are messing with peoples lives.

Isnt there anyone you are your husband can complain to?

I am gonna write my congressman again. fax them tonight.

call them tomorrow. I am so depressed right now. I cant think. if it really does take

3 months that will put us at june -july time frame. July 1st is my bingos birthday.

I was sure he would be here- I have been planning a big birthday party for him at disney world.

surly after doing all the k-3 process and the Cr1 process they would have granted us Mercy.

what else do they want from us?

I got interview, hubby interview, 2 field investigations, security checks compleate. now

they wanna start this hell over again. Su Gente!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I will call CO tonight for sure and congress man will receive my fax.

[michigan 0]

Shon!

I am so sorry to hear that! DOS visa services misinform a lot. Dont worry, hopefully everything is ok. Sometimes they order more security checks and those come back real quick. I think u are already done with the ones that take long.

Also yes write to congressman but unfortunately Congressmen cant do much during security checks. The only person that can expedite the case is the secretary of state but the case has to be in national interest.

Dont worry, I hope everything is ok! Did they tell u what SC was ordered in ur case?

[MaryandMian 1]

Shon sorry to hear new check ordered.

Michigan are you still on AP yet too? I was hoping someone would have some good news soon.

Mary

[babybunny 2]

I did not ask the lady what checks were ordered. I was too much in shock. hopefully it takes a week and its over.

let me ask this .. does anyone know about checks being ordered BEFORE the interview. the DOS said something about interview. I did not understand her at all.

[Overin2911 0]

Dayum it - I called DOS .. we have another Dayum security check issued today. Just when I think all is good we get another freaking brick wall. so I dont know what hell the lady meant we will get a response from Amex.

last security check took nearly 3 months

Dayum it Shon!

Wow, I am so sorry - How long has it been since you seen that Bingo of yours? Maybe a trip back for his birthday would be in order.. but Pakistan in July - ouch. You guys should meet up somewhere vacationy - like Thailand.

Stay strong.. some day this will all be over.

L

[babybunny 2]

Dayum it - I called DOS .. we have another Dayum security check issued today. Just when I think all is good we get another freaking brick wall. so I dont know what hell the lady meant we will get a response from Amex.

last security check took nearly 3 months

Dayum it Shon!

Wow, I am so sorry - How long has it been since you seen that Bingo of yours? Maybe a trip back for his birthday would be in order.. but Pakistan in July - ouch. You guys should meet up somewhere vacationy - like Thailand.

Stay strong.. some day this will all be over.

L

I have been sitting here thinking why not. I should just go to pakistan for my bingos birthday.

but, man its a sharp blow considering the change of events. I will start making plans next week.

[hafiz 1]

a trip will do it, i am thinking of going this june for my wife's sister's wedding. damn tickets are 1400 bucks

[babybunny 2]

Javed called the embassy- I was hoping he did not find out about the security checks. he got the brunt of the news - they told him 30-90days. so he is very upset nothing we can do.

[babybunny 2]

I think I am gonna go to pakistan...

mary you wanna come with me?

[morocco4ever 63]

Javed called the embassy- I was hoping he did not find out about the security checks. he got the brunt of the news - they told him 30-90days. so he is very upset nothing we can do.

This just sucks! They just want to drag it out over and over again don't they! Hang in there Shon, go visit your sweetheart...it will give you something to look for until this nightmare is over for you!

Hugs to ya!