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Can't tell if this situation qualifies for an expedite.

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Bandt   87

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Hello all.  My brother passed away a couple days ago (both in our 30's).  Does this qualify as a reason to request an expedite?  She is from a non visa waiver country, and from my understanding it is basically impossible to get a visitor visa for her.

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I'm very sorry for your loss.

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Bandt   87

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9 minutes ago, missileman said:

I'm very sorry for your loss.

I appreciate it. Her being so far away just makes it that much harder to deal with, which is why I was hoping maybe I could request an expedite. I got NOA 1 June 23ish.

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Sorry for your loss and to your family.

About the expedite. Does his death have any affect on your finances? 

That might be an angle but that is all I can think of. 

Hopefully others can chime in.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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With expedites, assume it's a denial unless you find out otherwise. That being said, there is no harm whatsoever in trying (the first time at least).

 

Even if she is not from a visa waiver country, why not try to get a tourist visa anyway? They aren't super expensive to apply for, and the worst they'll tell you is no.

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Just wanted to come back and say thank you to everybody who replied. I went ahead and asked for the expedite. The officer on the phone seemed very sympathetic and was helpful. I think it is kind of a long shot, but hopefully whoever reviews the request will be understanding. I am going to see my fiancee in a few weeks, so that will be a welcomed distraction even if just for a week or so.

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