Administrative Processing 221G

[hasmax80 22]

Hello forum members. My wife had her interview last week (CR1) and was sent to AP. The issue is last year she had applied for a non-immigrant visa and she indicated single when she was married. She explained the reason for the lie and consulate officer asked for additional evidence and then looked at the pictures and social media copies. Afterwards she said she will review further and put the case in AP.

 

My wife non-immigrant visa that had the false information was denied last year. I believe it's possible that the embassy may ask for us to file a waiver. What I would like to find out if the consulate has previously issued visa for similar situation as ours? If they had decided that we needed a waiver based on the incorrect information on the previous visa application, should the consulate officer not have decided during the interview that we file for a waiver (I-601)?

Edited April 20, 2017 by hasmax80
make it clear

[Ben&Zian 4,397]

You might be in a tough spot honestly. Them knowing openly that she lied on a prior visa application, and (while its good) she admitted to it... she may just get stuck in AP for a long long time until petition is denied or expires. You may need to get with your congress person to inquire for you to get an answer.

 

The previous false information given clearly can cause denial, and even a ban for misrepresentation.

[hasmax80 22]

Thanks Ben&Zina. I know we definitely in tough spot and wished my wife never applied for the non-immigrant visa. I'm not sure why the consulate should not have asked us to file for waiver during the interview as it seems some VJ members have been told during the interview to file for the waiver.  I know the I-601 waiver processing takes months and was hoping they made the decision during the interview. The consulate officer asked my wife for pictures (she asked for all 78 pictures) and social media communication. I sent an email to the consulate and they said it takes up to 60 days to complete AP review and could be even longer so I agree with your advise to seek congressman/senator help.

 

 

Edited April 20, 2017 by hasmax80