The dreaded DS-5535 thread for Montreal. Post here and support each other (PART 2)

[stuckinlimbo 1]

On 1/25/2023 at 10:17 AM, throwitaway said:

Yes, but if you need it in the meantime you can ask for it back. 

 

Later, once they’re ready to issue the visa, they‘ll request it from you. 

Hi. Sorry if this has been answered already but how long does it usually take for embassy to send passport if I ask for it back while they process my application? Thanks!

[Waiting forever11 1]

Did anyone need need to send a 2nd police report before the first one expired? 

[Mmk2112 34]

3 hours ago, Waiting forever11 said:

Did anyone need need to send a 2nd police report before the first one expired? 

following

[Tiabeanie 39]

7 hours ago, Mmk2112 said:

Good morning, no updates anyone ?

Nope. Last CEAC update for me was December 15th. Sent my police certificate as I was told via email and my certificate has been in the consulate's hands for 8 weeks today. Starting to feel pessimistic. This waiting is painful.

[ice-qube 648]

15 minutes ago, Tiabeanie said:

Nope. Last CEAC update for me was December 15th. Sent my police certificate as I was told via email and my certificate has been in the consulate's hands for 8 weeks today. Starting to feel pessimistic. This waiting is painful.

It’s very painful. The consulate now has all my stuff, including passport and updated medical and RCMP certificate since last week and I still don’t see any updates. I am getting antsy!

[ice-qube 648]

7 hours ago, lomnd said:

Hi. Sorry if this has been answered already but how long does it usually take for embassy to send passport if I ask for it back while they process my application? Thanks!

I think we have seen quite a range of times here…someone else here might be able to speak to it, but I wouldn’t expect a speedy return. Couple of weeks minimum i think.

7 hours ago, Mmk2112 said:

Good morning, no updates anyone ?

None today for me.

[Tiabeanie 39]

1 hour ago, ice-qube said:

It’s very painful. The consulate now has all my stuff, including passport and updated medical and RCMP certificate since last week and I still don’t see any updates. I am getting antsy!

I really shouldn't complain compared to your ordeal but this whole process has been emotionally and financially draining. I haven't been able to work for months and whenever I email the consulate I get the generic "This case is currently pending to be reviewed by a consular officer". Like how long does it take to review one document? Yes I'm fortunate I didn't get DS-5535 but I wasn't expecting to waiting 3+ months. I'm frustrated and broken. I just want to get my green card go home and work.

[ice-qube 648]

2 hours ago, Tiabeanie said:

I really shouldn't complain compared to your ordeal but this whole process has been emotionally and financially draining. I haven't been able to work for months and whenever I email the consulate I get the generic "This case is currently pending to be reviewed by a consular officer". Like how long does it take to review one document? Yes I'm fortunate I didn't get DS-5535 but I wasn't expecting to waiting 3+ months. I'm frustrated and broken. I just want to get my green card go home and work.

Regardless of how long I or you have been waiting, there is one thing for sure, the bureaucracy is not functioning very well. There are too many of these stories out of Montreal. 

[Mary184 5]

Hi everyone,

 

has anyone here been sent to do the second medical without being asked to send passport? It’s been about 1.5 since doing medical and no request to send passports! Follow up didn’t add much info either, case still pending. What could be the reason? I thought when one is sent for second medical, this means almost cleared?! Really appreciate sharing your experience or insight! This is a confusing and stressful situation as we can’t plan anything. Thanks in advance 

[ice-qube 648]

1 hour ago, Mary184 said:

Hi everyone,

 

has anyone here been sent to do the second medical without being asked to send passport? It’s been about 1.5 since doing medical and no request to send passports! Follow up didn’t add much info either, case still pending. What could be the reason? I thought when one is sent for second medical, this means almost cleared?! Really appreciate sharing your experience or insight! This is a confusing and stressful situation as we can’t plan anything. Thanks in advance 

In general, they would not likely ask for a new medical without them being prepared to go forward. There would be no discernible point of that.

[Mary184 5]

5 hours ago, ice-qube said:

In general, they would not likely ask for a new medical without them being prepared to go forward. There would be no discernible point of that.

Thanks. That’s why I’m confused as well. It’s about a month and half we have done second medical and still not being asked to send passport! Not a good situation to be in at all! I got another job offer thinking I’m getting visa soon and can’t afford losing it 😐

[stuckinlimbo 1]

15 hours ago, ice-qube said:

I think we have seen quite a range of times here…someone else here might be able to speak to it, but I wouldn’t expect a speedy return. Couple of weeks minimum i think.

Thanks for responding! Wow, I thought it would be faster. But it should be coming from Montreal right? I'm not sure if they send out the passport and application to process the DS5535...

[Mmk2112 34]

14 hours ago, Tiabeanie said:

I really shouldn't complain compared to your ordeal but this whole process has been emotionally and financially draining. I haven't been able to work for months and whenever I email the consulate I get the generic "This case is currently pending to be reviewed by a consular officer". Like how long does it take to review one document? Yes I'm fortunate I didn't get DS-5535 but I wasn't expecting to waiting 3+ months. I'm frustrated and broken. I just want to get my green card go home and work.

True. Stay strong my friend

[mam521 1,848]

18 hours ago, ice-qube said:

None today for me.

I see updated activity on this thread and come here hoping you've managed to get your passport back with your visa issued.  Still sending positive vibes and hoping you see something SOON!

[BatmanFlow 481]

22 hours ago, ice-qube said:

It’s very painful. The consulate now has all my stuff, including passport and updated medical and RCMP certificate since last week and I still don’t see any updates. I am getting antsy!

i think you will see something mid feb, maybe 2-3 weeks into feb!

but fingers crossed for sooner update!