Interview Date Change

[Linds&Youssef 56]

We received notice today via email from the Casablanca consulate saying that our K-1 interview that was originally set for September 6th, has been changed to September 24th (without us requesting a change of date). Has anyone experienced this? Is there any way to get it changed back? I had already purchased a plane ticket based around the original interview date (I thought I was being smart by waiting until the interview date was issued...)

[Peace.... 281]

Yep, initially the NVC told me the date via phone, but when Mohammed got packet three, the date was weeks later as well.

[learningus 6]

We received notice today via email from the Casablanca consulate saying that our K-1 interview that was originally set for September 6th, has been changed to September 24th (without us requesting a change of date). Has anyone experienced this? Is there any way to get it changed back? I had already purchased a plane ticket based around the original interview date (I thought I was being smart by waiting until the interview date was issued...)

I don't think it is being smart to buy anything remotely close to a ticket because you do not know the outcome of the interview, you could could be in A/P, they may request new documents or even denying your visa. Now I know that we are all waiting for the same "outcome" approval for our love one but I would suggest you cancel the ticket if you can still get a refund unless it is for you to visit your partner. Good luck and don't be so hard on yourself this is just a mistake and I pray that things do work out for you.

[Linds&Youssef 56]

I don't think it is being smart to buy anything remotely close to a ticket because you do not know the outcome of the interview, you could could be in A/P, they may request new documents or even denying your visa. Now I know that we are all waiting for the same "outcome" approval for our love one but I would suggest you cancel the ticket if you can still get a refund unless it is for you to visit your partner. Good luck and don't be so hard on yourself this is just a mistake and I pray that things do work out for you.

Just for clarification, I bought the plane ticket to be present for the interview... not for him to come to the US. And I didn't buy it until I had a formal statement of the interview date in writing from the consulate...

So in light of my clarification (see above), I'm looking to find out if it'd be possible to get them to change back to the original interview date so that I can be present for it! Any takers?

[nicky&imad 16]

Just for clarification, I bought the plane ticket to be present for the interview... not for him to come to the US. And I didn't buy it until I had a formal statement of the interview date in writing from the consulate...

So in light of my clarification (see above), I'm looking to find out if it'd be possible to get them to change back to the original interview date so that I can be present for it! Any takers?

[Peace.... 281]

1344047615[/url]' post='5582986']

Just for clarification, I bought the plane ticket to be present for the interview... not for him to come to the US. And I didn't buy it until I had a formal statement of the interview date in writing from the consulate...

So in light of my clarification (see above), I'm looking to find out if it'd be possible to get them to change back to the original interview date so that I can be present for it! Any takers?

Can you just change the travel date and pay the fee? I had to do that once...

Edited August 4, 2012 by foreverwaiting

[teg 6]

Just for clarification, I bought the plane ticket to be present for the interview... not for him to come to the US. And I didn't buy it until I had a formal statement of the interview date in writing from the consulate...

So in light of my clarification (see above), I'm looking to find out if it'd be possible to get them to change back to the original interview date so that I can be present for it! Any takers?

You won't be allowed to go into the interview with your spouse. They will not change it back.

[Peace.... 281]

1344049613[/url]' post='5583042']

You won't be allowed to go into the interview with your spouse. They will not change it back.

Untrue....there have been couples who have had their interviews changed back to the original date. A very close friend here had theirs changed back by simplying emailing the consulate.

Also, I believe the OP is just stating she wants to be with her fiancé during the time of his interview, she is not stating about going to the interview with him.

Edited August 4, 2012 by foreverwaiting

[Linds&Youssef 56]

Can you just change the travel date and pay the fee? I had to do that once...

Yes, I could, but I'd also have to shorten my trip by 4 days because of the way my PTO works out (currently my travel spans Labor Day Weekend). I mean, if it comes down to that I'll do what I have to do... it's just really an inconvenience and a point of frustration... that's all. So yes, thanks for the suggestion; that's what I'll do if they won't work with us on the date. I'm just sort of blown away that some people seem to get their interview dates moved for random BS reasons, and yet I'm getting responses saying they won't change it just because I already spent $1,600 on a plane ticket (after waiting for written verification of the interview date). Thanks again for your support, you're always so helpful!

You won't be allowed to go into the interview with your spouse. They will not change it back.

Although there is one documented case where the Casa consulate allowed the petitioner to come into the K-1 interview (and it actually made the difference in the couple receiving the visa),I know that, in general, they won't let the petitioner into the interview. On the other hand, they do frequently ask why the petitioner didn't come with them to the interview (from what I've read), and they've been known to verify responses to this question by sending officers out of the consulate to "check up" on what the beneficiary says. These are two reasons I want to be present for the interview (if even just to wait across the street at the cafe). But more importantly this is a life-changing moment, and I want to be there because the boost in his confidence will show through in his interview, and as his partner I want to be present as a show of support to him.

Untrue....there have been couples who have had their interviews changed back to the original date. A very close friend here had theirs changed back by simplying emailing the consulate.

Also, I believe the OP is just stating she wants to be with her fiancé during the time of his interview, she is not stating about going to the interview with him.

Can I get an Amen...

[Peace.... 281]

1344050842[/url]' post='5583068']

Yes, I could, but I'd also have to shorten my trip by 4 days because of the way my PTO works out (currently my travel spans Labor Day Weekend). I mean, if it comes down to that I'll do what I have to do... it's just really an inconvenience and a point of frustration... that's all. So yes, thanks for the suggestion; that's what I'll do if they won't work with us on the date. I'm just sort of blown away that some people seem to get their interview dates moved for random BS reasons, and yet I'm getting responses saying they won't change it just because I already spent $1,600 on a plane ticket (after waiting for written verification of the interview date). Thanks again for your support, you're always so helpful!

Although there is one documented case where the Casa consulate allowed the petitioner to come into the K-1 interview (and it actually made the difference in the couple receiving the visa),I know that, in general, they won't let the petitioner into the interview. On the other hand, they do frequently ask why the petitioner didn't come with them to the interview (from what I've read), and they've been known to verify responses to this question by sending officers out of the consulate to "check up" on what the beneficiary says. These are two reasons I want to be present for the interview (if even just to wait across the street at the cafe). But more importantly this is a life-changing moment, and I want to be there because the boost in his confidence will show through in his interview, and as his partner I want to be present as a show of support to him.

Can I get an Amen...

Lolllll......I think it's wonderful that you want to support him by being there.. I have heard one other time here, that the CO asked th guy to go and get his fiancé at that little coffee house near the embassy which I must say has excellent coffee

Heck, if they can call me at work and interview me, it's not impossible for them to interview the fiancé/wife if they know she is outside waiting. It all depends in the case ya know...

Edited August 4, 2012 by foreverwaiting

[nicky&imad 16]

AMEN SISTER!! Sorry for shouting, just rootin for ya :thumbs: lol

[houssaininu 1]

Hi Linds&Youssef, the same thing happend to us today. We had our interview date.. I have my ticket to go and bam.. the date is changed to 20 days later... The Moroccan man who called my fiance to tell him told him something about the CO taking vacation. He was also sent an email that we responded with a request to please retain the original appointment if possible... we'll see what they say.

[Ryan H 3,790]

Moved from IR-1/CR-1 Process & Procedures to MENA regional forum for two reasons:

1. OP's question is specific to procedures at the Consulate in Casablanca.
   
2. OP petitioned for fiance, so the topic is not a spousal visa process topic.
   

[Linds&Youssef 56]

Sorry about that, Ryan H, I thought I was posting in the Morocco/MENA forum...

[Linds&Youssef 56]

Hi Linds&Youssef, the same thing happend to us today. We had our interview date.. I have my ticket to go and bam.. the date is changed to 20 days later... The Moroccan man who called my fiance to tell him told him something about the CO taking vacation. He was also sent an email that we responded with a request to please retain the original appointment if possible... we'll see what they say.

When was your interview originally scheduled to happen before they changed it? And what did they change it to, if you don't mind my asking...?