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| Jamaica |  Review on May 16, 2010: |
EmpressDMarie
Rating:  | Review Topic: IR-1/CR-1 Visa
My husband had his interview on 05/10/2010. Prior to this date, I faxed him my 2009 tax return and W2. Because of all the reviews that I've read on this site, I knew that if he did not submit those documents, he would not be approved. Even though I was VERY clear about this when I explained it to him, for some strange reason, he did not give them the documents at the interview. He said he was nervous and they "didn't ask" for the documents. I love my husband dearly, but if we ever have to do something like this again, I'd have to do it myself to make sure it's done right :-).
Anyway, he was blue-slipped and advised that he would need a joint sponsor. I WAS FURIOUS because my income was more than double the amount needed for our household size.
THANK GOD FOR THE INTERNET AND MODERN TECHNOLOGY
I immediately got on the computer and located an email address where I could send a message to the consulate directly. I explained to them in the email that my husband was in possession of my tax documents and according to the guidelines, I met the requirement on my own. The next day, someone from the embassy contacted by husband by phone and asked him if he was still in possession of the documents. They told him to come in the next day so they can have the officer review the petition again with the tax form. He was in and out within an hour-this time with an approval. I received an email from the embassy confirming this the next day.
FYI for anyone who is going through this: Alot of times people in Jamaica are so afraid to speak up or ask questions because they already have it in their minds that they are not going to get through. Encourage your family members to speak up and if you feel that they cannot handle this, go to the interview with them.
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Consulate / USCIS Member Review #6075