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My fiancé had his K1 visa interview in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico on October 23rd. He was refused and given a 1-year ban for admitting to using marijuana during his medical exam. We are currently waiting on answers from our lawyer on what exactly happens now with the process. Right now all we know is that he can re-take the medical exam next October to prove that he no longer uses this controlled substance. If anyone has been through this, I would appreciate any insight into the process from here. 

 

If anyone needs comfort, I am here for you. My fiancé and I have been apart for 3 years going through this process and now we have another year added. I know how difficult it is emotionally, financially, etc.   

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Usually they want to see regular testing, is he in a program?

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***Moved to Progress Reports***

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23 minutes ago, Boiler said:

Usually they want to see regular testing, is he in a program?

Might depend on how long ago the usage admission was.  I have seen stories where the initial medical showing no use, and another one a year later worked for someone that admitted to using several years earlier.  That being said, frequent check results might go a long way in the end.

 

 

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Timona Experienced

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At this point, just marry and change to CR-1 

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23 hours ago, MeganS said:

My fiancé had his K1 visa interview in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico on October 23rd. He was refused and given a 1-year ban for admitting to using marijuana during his medical exam. We are currently waiting on answers from our lawyer on what exactly happens now with the process. Right now all we know is that he can re-take the medical exam next October to prove that he no longer uses this controlled substance. If anyone has been through this, I would appreciate any insight into the process from here. 

 

If anyone needs comfort, I am here for you. My fiancé and I have been apart for 3 years going through this process and now we have another year added. I know how difficult it is emotionally, financially, etc.   

He needs to take a drug test every 3 months to prove he is drug free. You will need to contact where he got his medical exam to do the drug tests otherwise they will direct you where to get them done. After one year of clean tests you will have to redo his medical exam. 

21 hours ago, Timona said:

At this point, just marry and change to CR-1 

H we will still need to show he is drug free. 

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Boiler Grand Master

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Is khat illegal?
Yes, khat is illegal. Fresh khat leaves contain cathinone--a Schedule I drug under the Controlled Substances Act. Schedule I drugs, which include heroin and LSD, have a high potential for abuse and serve no legitimate medical purpose.

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Timona Experienced

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On 11/28/2023 at 10:01 AM, Nyla J said:

Why do you suggest this?

 

Higher chance of getting approved as compared to K-1

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JLD & EMK Newbie

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Any updates on this?  My fiance and I are going through the same thing for use of khat.  He was given a yellow (Pending) form at the Consulate.  The medical examiner called him for a drug test and another one a few months later at which time he spoke with a psychiatrist and admitted to occasional use of khat.  It has been a about 3 months since that - so about 6 months total from the first drug test.

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15 minutes ago, JLD & EMK said:

Any updates on this?  My fiance and I are going through the same thing for use of khat.  He was given a yellow (Pending) form at the Consulate.  The medical examiner called him for a drug test and another one a few months later at which time he spoke with a psychiatrist and admitted to occasional use of khat.  It has been a about 3 months since that - so about 6 months total from the first drug test.

He admitted to use of Ketamine? 

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

Crazy Cat Grand Master

Crazy Cat   41,984

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1 hour ago, JLD & EMK said:

Past occasional use of khat not ketamine.  Two different things.

Thanks.  Got it...

"The US immigration process requires a great deal of knowledge, planning, time, patience, and a significant amount of money.  It is quite a journey!"

- Some old child of the 50's & 60's on his laptop 

 

Senior Master Sergeant, US Air Force- Retired (after 20+ years)- Missile Systems Maintenance & Titan 2 ICBM Launch Crew Duty (200+ Alert tours)

Registered Nurse- Retired- I practiced in the areas of Labor & Delivery, Home Health, Adolescent Psych, & Adult Psych.

IT Professional- Retired- Web Site Design, Hardware Maintenance, Compound Pharmacy Software Trainer, On-site go live support, Database Manager, App Designer.

______________________________________

In summary, it took 13 months for approval of the CR-1.  It took 44 months for approval of the I-751.  It took 4 months for approval of the N-400.   It took 172 days from N-400 application to Oath Ceremony.   It took 6 weeks for Passport, then 7 additional weeks for return of wife's Naturalization Certificate.. 
 

 
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