The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 4)

[AlAlp 5]

2 hours ago, EveK said:

Im happy to share that my visa IR1 was issued today. I still did not receive any email with the tracking number yet. Below is my timeline throughout this whole painful process:

Dec 17 2021: Filed I-130 application

Aug 7 2023: Interview in Montreal and was refused

Aug 11 2023: Submitted DS-5535 form

Oct 8 2024: Admin process was completed and requested passport, 2 photos and second medical.

Oct 29 2024: passport and photos received at the consulate office

Oct 31 2024: second medical received

Nov 18 2024: was advised to update the Ds 260 form. Done on the same day.

Jan 8 2024: Visa issued on ceac.

 

Thank you everyone! There is still light at the end of the tunnel! 

 

Congratulations on your visa! Just wondering why they asked you to update your DS-260 after your AP was completed?

[EveK 24]

1 hour ago, AlAlp said:

Congratulations on your visa! Just wondering why they asked you to update your DS-260 after your AP was completed?

Thank you! Im not sure but Im guessing its been over one year I completed that form. I wished they asked me complete it when they requested my passport. 

[AnnaSalu 37]

Hi all, 

 

For those of you who were put in Administrative Processing and were asked to send your resume after the interview: what email address were you asked to send your resume to?

 

Thanks all!

[Leo The Great 142]

On 1/6/2025 at 6:15 PM, AnnaSalu said:

What was the approximate cost, all in, for importing and registration?

Zero cost for importing vehicles made for Canada and approx $25 for VIN check and new Title and $6 for plate + annual renewal fee

[AnnaSalu 37]

20 minutes ago, Leo The Great said:

Zero cost for importing vehicles made for Canada and approx $25 for VIN check and new Title and $6 for plate + annual renewal fee

oh wow, thank you! I thought it would be in the 2-3k range!

[Cholte cholte 37]

Hi...ceac shows "issued" on Jan 6th...when can i expect to receive the tracking number? Though the website says 10 business days...what has been the experience of those in the forum?