White 221g - Iranian Military Exemption Evidence for L1

[wherekn 0]

Hi, I'm an Iranian-British Dual National (born and lived in the UK for my entire life) applying for an L1 visa, that has an expired Iranian Passport. I've been asked to provide a military exemption card, however obtaining one might be impossible. Would a temporary exemption stamp on my Iranian passport be enough for the British consulate (if I renew the passport)? I would appreciate any help from anyone that has been through the process. Thanks

 

EDIT: London Consulate are requesting, not USCIS

Edited August 25, 2023 by wherekn

[Boiler 45,516]

USCIS are not involved with L1 visas, is this something the Consulate want?

[wherekn 0]

3 minutes ago, Boiler said:

USCIS are not involved with L1 visas, is this something the Consulate want?

Apologies this was an error, the London consulate have requested this information - I've edited the post to reflect this

Edited August 25, 2023 by wherekn

[Boiler 45,516]

This is what they want:

 

Military Records
Available

Fees: Varies

Document Name: Kart-e Sarbazi  (military card); Kart-e Payan-e Khedmat doreye Zaroorat (service completion card); or Kart-e Mo’afiyat az khedmate doreye zaroorat (exemption card).

Issuing Authority: Iranian Public Conscription Organization (since 1980), under the Law Enforcement Force of the Islamic Republic of Iran (NAJA); Imperial Armed Forces (before 1980).

Special Seal(s) / Color / Format: All service cards show national ID number, given name, surname, father’s name, date of birth (Persian), dates of service, card issuance date, rank, photo, and contain a chip. Older cards include detailed biographical information such as blood type, hair color, weight, height, eye color, physical defects, and sometimes level of education.  Exemption cards show the reason for exemption in the usual place of service dates, and these cards also have a different photo border from service cards.

Issuing Authority Personnel Title: There is no issuing authority personnel title.

Registration Criteria: There are no registration criteria.

Procedure for Obtaining: There is no procedure for obtaining.

Certified Copies Available: Certified copies are not available.

Alternate Documents: For mass exemptions, a copy of the exemption announcement and the birth certificate (proof of their condition) can be provided in lieu of exemption card. Temporary student exemptions may also be substantiated by a letter from the conscription authority and proof of the student’s bond payment to exit Iran.

Exceptions: None

Comments: Military service completion and exemption cards and reliable English translations are readily available in Iran. Although translations tend to be accurate, it is recommended that both the translation and the original card are reviewed. 

[wherekn 0]

Thanks for sharing! Sadly, right now it seems impossible to obtain any of those - to get the card, I would have to visit Iran where it's possible I would be detained. It also seems like they've suspended military exemption purchase, so I may not be eligible even if I could go. Additionally, I can't renounce my Iranian citizenship so I'm essentially in limbo.

The best I can obtain right now is a temporary military exemption stamp that grants the right to enter and exit Iran twice a year for 5 years, however this isn't on the US Gov website you shared so I'm wondering if there's any other documentation I can provide that is satisfactory

[Boiler 45,516]

I know what the requirements are, whether the Consulate will give you a pass I do not.

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On 8/25/2023 at 12:15 PM, wherekn said:

Thanks for sharing! Sadly, right now it seems impossible to obtain any of those - to get the card, I would have to visit Iran where it's possible I would be detained. It also seems like they've suspended military exemption purchase, so I may not be eligible even if I could go. Additionally, I can't renounce my Iranian citizenship so I'm essentially in limbo.

The best I can obtain right now is a temporary military exemption stamp that grants the right to enter and exit Iran twice a year for 5 years, however this isn't on the US Gov website you shared so I'm wondering if there's any other documentation I can provide that is satisfactory

Hey did you get the visa and can you please update your timeline.