The Big IR-1/CR-1 DQ'd Message Group (Part V)

[NorthnerSouth98 23]

4 hours ago, llcoolwil said:

YASSS!!! That's amazing! Even mine that was approved on the spot didn't say issues until I got courier notification haha. Amazing!! CONGRATS!!! 

I checked the delivery site and no action yet. 
 

Did you get an email notice from the visa delivery service when it was shipped ?

[llcoolwil 99]

50 minutes ago, NorthnerSouth98 said:

I checked the delivery site and no action yet. 
 

Did you get an email notice from the visa delivery service when it was shipped ?

Yes I did! That’s how I knew it was issued haha! It came in my email the morning after my interview

[Ontarkie 14,321]

Asking in here to double check so I can update the FAQ posted in the Canada forum. 

 

Is Hep A and Hep B now required? For all ages?

Covid still required and must be completed correct? 

[NorthnerSouth98 23]

49 minutes ago, Ontarkie said:

Asking in here to double check so I can update the FAQ posted in the Canada forum. 

 

Is Hep A and Hep B now required? For all ages?

Covid still required and must be completed correct? 

Yes to HepA/B and for Covid you need to have at least two vaccinations.

Purolator has picked up my passport and my estimated delivery date is tomorrow! 
 

So about 24 hours from issued to passport shipped. 

[llcoolwil 99]

30 minutes ago, NorthnerSouth98 said:

Purolator has picked up my passport and my estimated delivery date is tomorrow! 
 

So about 24 hours from issued to passport shipped. 

Ammaazzinngg!!! Congrats again!

[Ontarkie 14,321]

45 minutes ago, NorthnerSouth98 said:

Yes to HepA/B and for Covid you need to have at least two vaccinations.

Purolator has picked up my passport and my estimated delivery date is tomorrow! 
 

So about 24 hours from issued to passport shipped. 

Thank you

and Congratulations! 

[mam521 2,113]

On 8/23/2023 at 5:43 AM, Shades8 said:

Just got DQ’ed today! I have a couple questions

1. Do I wait for the IL or should I start some of the medical stuff now?  I saw mention of immunity tests, I don’t have all my really old vaccine records, so is this something, I will need to do? 

3. My passport expires in March ‘24 so there is no way I’ll have 6 months left by the time I have an interview, can I just show up with a new passport (and bring the old one), should I just submit a copy of the new one to CEAC site before the interview? 

You cannot book your actual immigration medical until you get your interview letter, but yes, you can go to your family doctor and have a titres test done to prove immunity for the required vaccines.  Anything you're missing can then be administered now, ahead of your immi medical.  This is important because some of the vaccines are multi dose, so it should give you time if you get onto it now.  

 

Yes, get a new passport now.  Make sure you request for your old passport to be returned and you can update the passport information with the new one when you go to your interview.  It will be far less of a pain if you do it now and you'll be good to go for 10 years.  

[nap782 4]

On 8/21/2023 at 9:47 AM, G2023 said:

Hello Nap782, we were DQ on May 4th still waiting for Interview. What's your visa category if you don't mind sharing?

It is listed as CR1 on CEAC portal.

[Leo The Great 141]

I have interview in October. I changed my job after i submitted the DS-260 form. Should i update the employment history in DS-260 and submit it to MTL? Would changing employment history change the Confirmation No of DS-260 form? I have already entered existing DS-260 confirmation number when i  registered for immigrant visa appointment.

Edited August 26, 2023 by Leo The Great

[HaeZee 24]

3 hours ago, Leo The Great said:

I have interview in October. I changed my job after i submitted the DS-260 form. Should i update the employment history in DS-260 and submit it to MTL? Would changing employment history change the Confirmation No of DS-260 form? I have already entered existing DS-260 confirmation number when i  registered for immigrant visa appointment.

After its been submitted I dont think you can edit it, I would just ask them to amend it at the interview. I remember seeing something online where you may be able to ask NVC to open it online, maybe someone can speak to that but I would just advise them at your interview that your employment details have changed. 

[NorlanderBC 2]

Can your spouse go with you to the interview at MTL now? I know it was restricted in previous years.

 

[llcoolwil 99]

1 hour ago, NorlanderBC said:

Can your spouse go with you to the interview at MTL now? I know it was restricted in previous years.

 

No they cannot. The only people allowed in the consulate are those who have the interview. Unfortunately no guests are allowed. 

[mam521 2,113]

Just a reminder to users to fill out your TImelines to help others understand what they are facing.  

[dkd2023 4]

Here's a summary of my experience at the interview, which occured earlier this month.

 

Similar to the experience of others in this thread, my scheduled interview time was pushed back by 3 hours; I received notification of a revised appointment time the week before the interview.  I wasn't sure whether this  rescheduling meant anything (good or bad) in relation to the interview outcome, but it turned out to be be a complete non-factor.

 

I arrived 15 minutes before the revised scheduled time. I passed through security immediately (no line-up), was given a ticket number, powered down my phone and left it in one of the assigned lockers. Do not bring a large bag or laptop. I took the elevator to the first floor for processing. 

 

There were about 15 people in the waiting room when I arrived. I think 4 of us were there for immigration interviews and others for various other reasons / visas. After 10 minutes my number was called to the first window/ kiosk for document verification. I provided the required documents (passport, birth and marriage certificate, passport sized photo, police checks, tax returns, etc.) and answered some questions:

 

• Who is your petitioner?
• What is your relationship with the petitioner?
• When were you married?
• What is your mailing address for the green card?
• What is your partner's address?
• Have you ever served in the military?

I was then asked to return to the waiting area and told they would call my number for the interview. While waiting it seemed that most interviews ahead of me took no more than 5-7 minutes. After a ~25 minute wait, they called my number to a different window for the interview. They had me confirm all information as accurate and truthful and then asked the following questions:

 

• What is your name?
• What is your partner's name?
• What does your partner do for a living?
• How did you meet?
• When did you get married?
• When and how long was the longest stay in the US*?
• Which countries have you visited*?
• In which countries have you lived?
• Have you ever been arrested / commited a crime?
• Have you ever served in the military?
• Do you have any children together?
• Have you or your partner ever been previously married?
• Have you had a US visa before?
• Have you ever been denied entry to a country?

 

*Due to my profession and frequent travel, I printed out an updated list of countries visited over the past 5 years and 5 most recent trips to the US and gave this to the officer. I'd recommend this as it seemed to be helpful for her.

 

The consular officer then told me she intended to approve my visa. The interview was probably 7-8 minutes in duration. After a 26 month wait (to the day) for approval, this was a welcome decision. I thanked her, collected my documents, went downstairs to retrieve my phone, and left. Two days later, having paid for expedited shipping, I received my passport with the immigrant visa stamp at my home address.

 

I came prepared with a large binder with all documents that I thought could be useful, including updated files from our original i130, DS260, and i864. I didn't need to retrieve any supplemental documents, but I would certainly recommend being over prepared. I had also scanned various websites for interview preparation to determine which questions might be asked. In my case I was asked the standard questions, but again, it's better to be over prepared. 

 

Hope this helps others. 

 

[NorthnerSouth98 23]

Entered last night via the 1000 Island land border. 
 

I was able to get my visa stamped and car imported in about 45 minutes and everyone was very friendly. 
 

I know there is a “Moving to the US from Canada” checklist floating around, could someone link it here?