AndrewsN
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Cholte cholte reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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spousalsponsor reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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I think others said it opens up after 1 year
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zero1331 reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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They didn’t ask for my passport. They just kept it at the interview. I didn’t get requests for additional documents.
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Ya, EB1A. Who knows. I just take it week by week
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I’ve still got a little while before this could be an issue for me. My medical would be expiring in Feb. But they’re still holding my passport. Last update Nov 8
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We’re all right there with ya. That CEAC log in raises the heart rate every time.
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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Ontarkie reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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spousalsponsor reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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Just checked my CEAC today (I've been checking it on a daily basis) and my case was updated on November 8th. But that date only changed today (November 14th). I know some people here keep an ear to the ground for case updates - so, just dropping this in.
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spousalsponsor reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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MazdaAhura reacted to a post in a topic:
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The new administration doesn’t take office until January. So I really doubt any mandate was passed to change any process. Trumps admin is anti illegal migration, not against legal migration. I don’t see any factual evidence to suggest it would at this time. People will point to mandates in 2020…when there was a strange unprecedented global pandemic looming. I’m not convinced that’s a valid comparison to 2024. If hypothetically they cut jobs in that department and or reallocate that labor to deal with illegal migrant paperwork, then we could make an assumption that it would affect us. Until that happens, I’m not playing doomsday pretend games
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spousalsponsor reacted to a post in a topic:
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I've been holding my tongue on this but it does appear to be the trend. I've seen some folks get through in like 5 months now... I've noticed that most people get a bundle of case updates and then see radio silence for a few months- I think this radio silence time is being shortened. I had my bundled case updates. And now haven't heard anything for 3 weeks. I feel I might be in that radio silence period? So, I'm curious to see if it'll be 1 month or like...5. Idk, it's all an endless hypothesis haha. But it keeps the hopes high and maintains moral.
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
Montreal embassy EB-2 interview wait time-Part 2
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Agh, I see. My last update was on Oct. 22nd. So it’s been a little while now. I’ve just chalked it up as being in AP at this point. I feel as though no matter how trivial the stated reason on a 221g is, it means the same thing. But again, I hope I’m proven wrong.
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This is so madly inconsistent. All three of us got 221gs stating we have to wait til Oct 1st. No additional docs required. They kept my passport. The requested your passport almost a month ago. and Quebekwa hasn’t gotten their passport requested yet haha. Im so curious to find out which order this all unfolds in. If I had to guess, you should be issued very soon. And I’m crossing my fingers for you.
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Montreal embassy EB-2 interview wait time-Part 2
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Chiming in. When did you send your passport? And when was your interview. I remember you saying you were in the same boat as me
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Keep us posted on the outcome. I got refused on the same notion (Sep 4, EB1 interview, statement read that I’d have to wait until after Oct 1st) after getting verbal approval at the consulate. But from what I gather, they just snuck me into the admin processing queue. I hope it’s not the case for you. So Id be curious to know if you get a reply.
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
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Couldn't have been. If you look at the timeline, DS5535_child had to redo their medical in October. So their original medical expired (likely in August if they did it just before their interview). Medicals are only good for 6 months.
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
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Does anyone know how long does it take to receive passport back from the embassy in Montreal?
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal Only. Post here and support each other (PART 3)
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Hey squad, I need some advice/ past experience anecdotes. Passport is at the consulate (since my interview in September). I got a 221g without the added DS form. No further info or docs requested. I’m in negotiations for a short term contract for an amazing opportunity. It’s an international opportunity- I’d need to travel at the beginning of December. And would need that passport that’s stuck on someone’s desk at the consulate. Does anyone have an experience of rushing their issuance based on similar circumstances? Has anyone requested their passport prior to issuance? if so, what kind of delays did that cause on your application. Obviously, I’d love to take advantage of the contract offered without sabotaging my review process. Thanks a mil in advance!
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AndrewsN reacted to a post in a topic:
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I’m EB1a, I can confirm there was no priority given in terms of interview timelines. You’re waiting the rest of the employment cue. The only time your priority helps is if other category visa numbers run out or their priority dates shift further back than EB1. I thought and was hopeful for the same thing you were hopeful for. It’s not the way it works.
