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List all the names in Other Names Used. You’re going to have a real issue with the BC and passport being different. 

7 hours ago, MikeBr said:

Thank you.  This is true but at this point one can only hope that this is a possibility.  Technically they could not have issued me a true FX1 status on interview date as I did not meet the category at that time.  I think my VO also has been on Christmas holidays during the last couple of weeks, so security clearance may now be sitting on his desk for his return (if this is the case).  Lawyer will follow up next week if still no change.

 

during interview he said he has to issue me DS5355 due to random circumstances.  Then he said only answer the questions within email, do not send any attachments and do not worry about proper formatting, etc.

Haha, that’s exactly what my CO at MTL said too. “Some people like to format it really nice but you don’t need to do that” 

1 minute ago, JasperReign said:

we have zero desire to stay in the US. 😞

The embassies will have a difficult time grasping that concept 😅

3 hours ago, JasperReign said:

Do we have other options here? I want my husband to be able to meet all my family before that chance is gone, and I don’t trust interviewing in Tunisia again since they didn’t even view our papers the first time. I’m losing hope that we’ll ever be able to see my family.

It’s likely because your husband is applying for a non-immigrant visa but is in every position (married to US citizen) to immigrate. Lots of people try to bypass the immigrant visa process via non-immigrant visas, and upon arrival in the US adjust their status. I don’t think you have any options here aside from applying for spousal visa. I think if you keep trying for the B it would be a waste of time unfortunately.

1 hour ago, MikeBr said:

My question…is it the same Visa Officer that interviewed us, that eventually finalizes the case, or does it reside with others?  And if we happen to know the full name of the Visa Officer, would it be helpful to connect with them directly?  

Usually it’s the same CO that adjudicates your case in the end, after they’ve received your clearance from the number of other agencies that are now involved. There’s some guidance about this in 9FAM. 

Remember that the 221g slip you received at interview leaves out your CO’s name - I’m inclined to believe this is intentional. 
 

Unfortunately, connecting with the consulate or even directly with the CO likely won’t get you anywhere - they’re waiting on your security clearance, and they won’t waive it in almost all circumstances. 

1 hour ago, MikeBr said:

Lawyer thinks they issued this to me to stall the case as my 2 year marriage was approaching at end of Dec.  my case was changed from CX1 to FX1 at interview, therefore permanent status, not conditional.  can’t actually issue until that date has passed.

If I’m not mistaken, if you were issued at interview and waited until after your 2 year anniversary to cross, you would’ve been converted anyway. Seems like a lot of effort on their part for your benefit, when they could have just told you to wait a little bit before crossing and then issued your visa. 

5 hours ago, BatmanFlow said:

 

I think it’s worth waiting for clarification 

 

but if it helps, for my mom it didn’t add any Additional processing time. I had to add and delete trips within 5 years and update that her spouse lived in US. Got her visa within 4 weeks of submitting docs back to them. 
 

but I highly suggest you get the RCMP police check again. It’s for sure going to be required and waiting time for that is 2-3 weeks. Get it asap and you’ll save some valuable time  

Good catch! 

3 hours ago, AnimeLover89 said:

Oh thats good really happy for your man. I also wanted to ask did u paid the USCIS immigration fee on the day you received the passport with the visa packet and everything or how long before we are suppose to travel US?

You should pay the fee before entering the US on your visa. You can also pay the fee after, but it will delay your card. Your visa will have an expiry date, enter before that date. 

14 hours ago, kryptonite said:

Hi everyone, I finally have some great news. My status changed from "Ready" to "Issued" on December 23, 2022. I received tracking info on December 29, 2022 and received my passport on January 3, 2023. I also successfully crossed to the US on January 3 as well. Got really busy over the holidays and with the moving that I didn't get the chance to update you all.

 

The tracking would have been received sooner and the passport as well however, due to the Christmas and New Year holidays, it was delayed. Regardless, happy to finally be done with this entire process!

Congratulations! Thanks for coming back to update after being issued

Just now, bobobobobo said:

i certainly hope that part is over !! lol, my interview was back in November ! I was missing my medical (it came in late... receptionist on the phone said it would get there on time.) and an incorrect police certified background check. 

Yeah, if you were refused because of something missing it’s pretty straightforward. Bad timing with the holidays, and an embassy that seems to move in slow motion - I wouldn’t be too worried. It should resolve soon.

4 minutes ago, bobobobobo said:

oh yeah, it does say NIV application at the top even though it is for an immigrant visa. Odd ! I am guessing it is just administrative/processing stuff then..

Did you have a missing medical or document? It takes them like 6 weeks minimum to review that stuff once it comes in. 

Just now, bobobobobo said:

oh my bad ! i meant received 😞

Same same, application received/ready/approved on CEAC is still for NIV if I’m not mistaken

2 hours ago, bobobobobo said:

 

Congratulations !! i'm happy for you  (Curious how you didn't have an application ready status- so i'm still a little wary whether i'm accepted or not)

Did you have to pay for premium delivery to get the tracking ?

 

 

That’s probably because Application Ready status is for non-immigrant visas, and a lot

of us here are on immigrant visas. K1 is still technically non-immigrant, even though you’re expected to marry and adjust status once you’re there. 

4 hours ago, Tiabeanie said:

Happy New Years in advance everyone. I've decided to email the consulate and this is a response I've received when following up on my case file and wanted to know if anyone received an email similar to mine:

 

Hello, 

 

Thank you for your inquiry.  

 

We acknowledge receipt of your e-mail and the additional documents you have provided. 

 

This case is currently pending to be reviewed by the Visa Unit. As soon as the review is complete, the Visa Unit will advise of the next steps if anything else is needed to complete processing the case. 

 

While we cannot predict when the processing of your visa will be completed, please be assured that the Consulate and the Department of State are aware of your concerns and will contact you as soon as the processing is complete. 

 

We hope that this information is helpful in replying to your inquiry.  

Please let us know if we can be of further assistance. 

 

 

 

This is one of their most used template replies.

10 minutes ago, Siarg said:

Literally the only time it doesn’t work is when they have a legal reason for denial. 
 

Even if you “lose” the lawsuit, they continue to process under AP. They legally cannot deny a visa just because they want to. There has to be a defined specific instance of ineligibility.

 

I really don’t know why this forum is so anti-litigation. Everyone here knows that there are issues with immigration, delays, convoluted rules and absurd administrative processing. 
 

Any time you have seen a denial on here there is a specific reason. 

I think some people find it unfair that those with the means can file a writ and “jump” the queue. Some have suffered a lot in their immigration journey, so they want others to suffer like they did. 

I think others are genuinely uninformed about immigration litigation. 
 

But seeing vets here who I have so much respect for say things like “it can force a no” is so disappointing. It’s just not true. Even the mention of consular non-reviewability, as if it’s relevant in this situation. You can’t challenge a decision that hasn’t been made. 

Just now, Crazy Cat said:

I'd like to see evidence of this "damn well effective for the vast majority of filers".  

Sure.

Pacermonitor, every single mandamus court docket that ends with a voluntary dismissal from plaintiff. Thousands. 

4 minutes ago, Truekahn said:

Thank you for your comment, I will be talking to my family and my sister if she would like me to file Writ of Mandamus for her because I have exhausted all my options and I have sent thousand of emails and involved Senators but did not get any solution. Unfortunately, it has come to this and we have to choose this route now. 

Good choice. 

Mandamus can be controversial around here so take everything you see with a grain of salt. Personally, I know mandamus isn’t a cure-all, but it’s damn well effective for the vast majority of filers. 

Anyone refused at the end of mandamus was going to get refused anyway. It’s been three years, mandamus should have been filed a long time ago.

On 12/21/2022 at 1:49 PM, Frozen21 said:

The few cases that got approved recently, where they all WOM? Anyone keep track? 

It’s been a mix for sure. 

2 hours ago, BatmanFlow said:

frequent updates are good! my moms case had three unsolicited, it started sept 30 until october 5. we got her passport back and clearance was received sept 30. 

 

also apparently now there isnt a packet that you present during your entry into US, its all electronic, you just present your passport with visa. i assume this changed within the last 9 months. wasnt the case when my step dad crossed in march.

This is dependent on the visa type. They’re transitioning all of them to this eventually. DV still has a physical packet you have to bring.

10 hours ago, ice-qube said:

Another two meaningless CEAC “Last updated” updates on Dec 12 and 16. Still remains refused. They just like to play, i think.

Updates that close together, this far from the interview, and at this stage of WoM are really good things. I know you’re protecting yourself from disappointment, but objectively this is actually good. Give yourself permission to be hopeful, don’t let them win. 

4 hours ago, AnimeLover89 said:

Oh thats good. My case is similar except i was not given a 221g and yet was just thrown into AP. In fact i was approved lol. Hope i hear something soon this week. 

If you’re in AP you’re in 221g, unless your CEAC actually shows Administrative Processing. Approved where? Verbally by CO at interview? Unfortunately that doesn’t mean nearly as much as your actual status

1 hour ago, kryptonite said:

Hi guys,

 

I checked my CEAC status today and it says “Ready” with the message:

 

“Your case is ready for you to schedule an interview at the U.S. Consulate General in Montreal. If you have already scheduled an interview appointment, please prepare your documents as directed in your appointment letter and appear at the Consulate on the appointed date and time. Otherwise, please wait until you have been notified of your interview appointment.

Additional information about how Immigrant Visa interview appointments are scheduled can be found at:

http://nvc.state.gov/interview

For more information, please visit TRAVEL.STATE. GOV.”

 

For those who don’t know, I had my interview on November 2nd, 2022 and my case was put into AP and I was given a 221(g). I was told I don’t have to submit any documents. 
 

I thought the next status change was going to say “Issued” rather than “Ready”. I already had my interview so that’s why I’m confused. I don’t think there’s supposed to be a second interview for me is there? 

 

This can happen right before it changes to issued. Congrats! 

6 hours ago, Rosinasaur said:

I finally crossed after my interview way back in October 2021. Im really worried for even more things going wrong. We got the stamp at the border (from a guy named Kitchen), but wasn't I supposed to get a paper out of the envelope as well? Maybe for the medical? 

Do you mean your vaccination worksheet? It’s for your own records only, not super important.

For what it’s worth, my partner and I had access to our I-94 just a few months ago, but when we became permanent residents recently the records were removed from the portal.

10 hours ago, Gha said:

Hi 

I have one question what the difference between DS5535 or supplement questions in mail 

Thank you 

 

Nothing, they are the same. Have you filled it out yet? Your interview was in October, you should have gotten the DS5535 by now.