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Finally, after 15 months, my husband got approved for visa. CO told him to pick up his visa within 10 days. It was really an emotional year for me. I lost interest in studies, social life and job. I have done so much like complaining to Inspector general, involved congressman, visited India twice last year.
I can give one advice with you all, follow up with embassy by yourself even they tell you to wait for 60 days or another month. They won't work if you won't push them. Don't let them just use your money. They get money to work not play around. They are just lazy.
If you are strong you will get through it.
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Hello,
Does anyone know what for to fill out when they call for a second medical? The embassy finally call and asked him to do his medical again and also asked him to fill out a form DS part 1 and 2! But I'm not sure which form it is? Please can someone help me!.... Thanks.
I think you have fill DS260...DS230 is not longer existed. BTW DS260 is on-line.https://ceac.state.gov/iv/. You should your invoice ID which was paid already to sign-in.
After completing print a confirmation page.
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My finace got his visa on the 23rd of December. We sent new medical and PCC on the 13th.
When I emailed the embassy on 12/20/13, they told us that our case is under officers review and to contact them after 10 days.
And when we checked our case status on 12/23/13, our case was approved and issued a Visa.
He just received his passport yesterday with visa in it.
Congrats....
Hopefully in Jan, our admin process will complete. Today DOS told me that they have requested fresh medical since his medical expires on Jan 19th.
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was there any reason given for the AP? does the beneficiary have a common name?
Yes....most of Punjabi does have common names....I am really frustrated with embassy now....it has been about 15 months. Sick of this process.
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Have you had any recent updates? At over 1 year I would start looking into a Mandamus suit. Also when you say congress have you tried your senior Senator in your state?
I am getting regular updates...which is same "AP". I am positive that my file is up for review...Now I hope it takes another month so that my husband can get 10 years green card since our 2 years anniversary is coming up.
However; I will file for Mandamus by March....I tried calling both senators...all they do is send inquiry. They are not help at all. When I visited, CO told me that we have positive reviews and your relationship has been verified..we are working on final review. However; my husband's 2nd medical is being expired next month. I am hopeful by Jan/Feb, we will get visa.
How about you?Any update?
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Actually mimolicious, I don't want to derail this thread, so if you feel the need to ask questions like that about my and my wife's story please PM me. Thanks.
To all the rest: When posting about your AP, please put you info in the following format:
1. Date of Interview
2. Type of visa applied for (id est F2A, K-1, CR-1, IR-1, etc.)
3. Reason given for AP (documents? Or simply "mandatory AP?")
4. Gender, Nationality, race/ethnicity, and religion of the petitioner (for example "Male/US citizen/white/prefer not to say")
5. Gender, nationality, race, and religion of the beneficiary (for example, "Female/Indian citizen/Indian from Uttar Pradesh(or Punjabi Sikh or Gurkha or Bangla, whatever the case may be)/Muslim")
6. How you met (internet? academic program? business trip? Did the meeting take place in the US, India, or somewhere else?)
7. Any children?
8. Any other red flags? (id est woman is much older than the man, have never met face-to-face, difference in religion, etc.)
9. Last update on from the DOS
10. (Optional) Any escalation steps you have taken (Senator/Congressman, Ombudsman, threatening to sue for mandamus, etc.)
Thanks!
Male Beneficiary, CR1, Both Punjabi-Sikh, Interview Oct 2012, Fresh documents submitted Aug 21, 2013, No kids, Relationship verification-Confirmed and positive per CO. Tried visiting/congress help/complained. Nothing works. Arrange marriage.
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i emailed New Delhi Embassy yesterday regarding submitting documents and stuff. Today I got replied from email saying "Your case is under officer;s review. please contact us after 10 working days."
However, when I checked the status at CEAC today, It was updated to todays date but with same AP stuff.
Is this a good sign?
I believe date was updated because of your inquiry....Any news? Are they open this week...There are no interviews scheduled for rest of the month.
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yes, they sent passport with letter stating to submit a new medical and PCC along with passport to Embassy. We have turned all the documents now and case status date was updated yesterday. Hopefully they will grant his visa soon now.
Let me know when you hear something....we are still waiting and our 2nd medical will expire in one month...still no news.
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14 months??? Did you guys have any red flags??????
Yes, 14 months......I don't believe of any red flags. It was due to relationship verification. I have visited embassy last month twice and CO said they are satisfied with evidence. However; still nothing. I saw an update today. Hopefully.
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We have filed fiance petition and were interviewed on March 1, 2013. Even though everything went good at the interview, we were placed in AP. it has now been more than 9 months of AP. The embassy were holding his passport since than.
but yesterday i recieved email from the New Delhi Embassy that they have returned my fiance's passport to local office and to be picked up from there.
My finace is out of town and he is unable to go to local office to pick up his passport for couple more days. We don't know why they returned his passport now
I checked the status on CEAC website, it still shows AP.
Do you guys think they probably returned to get Medical and PCC renewed since they both have been expired while in AP or did they refused to grant his visa?
anyone expereinced this before or know anything about this?
please help
It looks like they will ask you to send fresh documents.
We have submitted documents in Aug. still waiting....It has been 14 months since interview in New Delhi.
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Hey mkaurd... did those team notify you prior their arrive at your home....
No.....all surprise visits.....
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@kaurd if i may ask what do mean personal visit before Embassy request for fresh document? pl's jst let me knw cz some of us are next month November is making us 1 year in AP....
Embassy folks visited our place twice. First there was an inquiry department and then it was fraud prevention unit. That's the reason, I believe there is something fishy. I kind of wanted to take lawyer approach. Also, I am visiting embassy on Oct 31st. Let's see what happens first.
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My fiancé is in AP since March 2013. This process is killing us.
Does anyone know a good lawyer in NJ? for writ of mandamus?
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Ugh - now you're making me depressed.
My fiancee is stuck since March 2013. Hoping I don't last as long as you.....
I hope your AP is not that long........we are just unlucky people.
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Loosing hope and depressed.
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My husband's interview was in Oct 2012. Finally after numerous inquiries and personal visits, embassy asked for fresh documents: medical and pcc along with passport. We have submitted these documents on August 21, 2013. After that case status has been submitted couple of times. However; it still say in AP.
Anyone have experience how long it takes to get visa issued after submission of documents?
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I won't get in to specifics, but I feel like am fighting a losing battle. My husband, (who is from India), has been in the states since Jan 10, 2013. I spent majority of last year making sure that I was in India so he would not jeopardize his case. We were married March 19, 2013. Got engaged July 15th, 2010. After getting denied the K1 route decided to go to India and get married. I have no family there at all. My parents accompanied me for the wedding. I spent 4 months there then, again flew back in October 2012 when he got a letter for an interview at the embassy. I stayed until Jan 8th then flew back with my husband.
I left my education, job, family, life behind, to start a new one with my husband. Since Jan 15th-September 1, 2013 I have worked a job that is the just minimum wage but we got buy until my husband would start working. Our initial plan was for me to return back to school and finish while he worked. We resided with my parents so it was not an issue, we were saving up to leave, but of course I had bills of my own, insurance, car insurance, cell phone, some previous credit card bill I bought my ticket to India with, just less than a 2000. I was also paying my family with some bills. why should we live for free? I'm married. With that being said, my husbands father resides in New York, his two nephews and sister reside in Texas the only family they have. He wanted us to relocate to Texas. The moment my husband go his green card he started threatening him and saying he would leave to India if he didn't come to Texas. HIs dad has been in the states for 20 years illegally. He has not seen his son in since 2004.
Prior to marrying my husband it was arranged we agreed we would live in California only, and not move to Texas, as well as build our future financially and not send money home unless we had extra( but I was told they were well off back home so no need), and I would continue school after marriage priority(because I postponed it for him)... He agreed as well as both families. As soon as he got here he started getting influence by his father and pretty much every day we would fight argue over our location... I avoided it as long as I could but it eventually got to me. And my family would see this and sit us down and calm us. It started becoming pretty much every 2 months. In the summer I wanted to finally enroll in classes, but could not do so, because now that my husband was working transportation, his dad expected him to help pay off the debt back home. We started arguing over this, I was dumb founded that this man is still living with my parents and I'm paying all of our expenses and he wants to send money back home 80% of his check? His dad sends all his money there so why? HIs dad told me my education was not a priority his debt was. It hurt me, and the fact his son agreed felt betrayed.
July approaches and my husband goes to visit Texas and his Dad flew there and his sister and her family came from Canada. He spent two weeks, while I worked. We had 2000 in savings, when he got back he finally added me (I was never added on his bank account didn't want me, I never pushed.) . I saw he had spent 1000 on clothing that he had not shown me, He had just purchased a new wardrobe in January prior to coming here that his dad sent him money for. He had gained weight by March and those items did not fit. So I purchased him a couple items as well as my Mom. I had gained weight and had not bought a single item. I wanted to lose weight and fit in to my old wardrobe. I confronted him and he said I bought you a coach purse. It was thoughtful, but my objective was to move on our own and finally start our married lives. We have never been alone or lived together without anyone. He apologized and told me no big deal, I have worked for everything I've ever had, he's been given everything. He's 30.
I was very upset and blew up and told him he doesn't appreciate a single thing I do. I had purchased him a 600 dollar phone when he first arrived with unlimited calling back home, so he wouldn't be homesick....While I kept my broken blackberry, that did not have internet fearing only one could in this relationship until we made more. Whenever there was a family event or a trip I was stuck working while he went and had fun. I didn't mind, I assumed its a relationship and short period before he contributes. He would not go out with my friends, he didn't feel confident speaking English. He didn't even attend events for those friends that spoke the same language. I had done so in India...and did not like it, but that's life...I was always stuck at home while he was out with his friends in India...On new years eve he chose his friends over me, I nvr kissed a guy at midnight and told him how important it was for him to do so and being my husband it would mean the world...He chose his friends...I was hurt but figured its his last time with those group of friends and should not hold it against him...
For the past month I quit my job and started school, I paid everything out of pocket. He told me to find an apartment, I juggled through hoops getting kicked out of his bosses office for asking for paystubs. I was unaware my husband did not keep count of how far or how much he made. They owed him more...He does not get taxed hes an independent operator... So my husband was embarrassed they did that and yelled at me... We went at it in the car... He told me he wished he never married me....I cried....I continued to get his documents together even taking him to Irs getting forms, and missing exams and class... We started arguing more. I felt that I was not getting appreciated, I had to take care of house hold responsibility, education and him. It was unfair, I was anxious to move, just waiting for the approval for the complex.
His dad started the Texas issue up again two weeks ago. I ended up telling him our marriage was being effected and he was the root cause. He needed to allow his son to start his life and me finish school. He lashed out on me, and I told him rudely, the only way you'll get him to Texas is, if we divorce.... On September 20th my husband came back from work and was discussing Texas, over and over, we got in an argument. He took off...Whenever something occurred between us everyone was involved his family mine everyone. Its embarrassing I was not brought up that way but he feels the need to include everyone...I've always been blamed regardless of what happened. when he ran up our phone bill talkn internationally when he had a line for that. when I saw naked pictures of his friends wives sent to him discussing intimate details of our sexual life. Thank god I don't believe in pictures... I moved on...Saturday he was crying and I felt bad, my family have had enough, he needed to grow up and realize he couldn't always get his way. I was even trying to submit hw before the 12midnight deadline, but was preoccupied by him. I told him enough is enough chose Texas or me? He told me he chooses his Dad, and he could replace me but not him. His dad was given the option of moving here and being with his son... I was so hurt... He took the keys and took off. I told my brothers, they were livid, and threw his bags outside, after calming them down, I brought his belongings inside. They told me that you guys need your own place we had told him couple months ago. I told them we were days away from being approved for the complex. They even said they would cosign and give us 2 months rent. I told them no, we needed to do it on our own... I continued calling my husband he did not answer and he was not familiar with surroundings. I was worried submitted my work in late, got an F. My fault...
He slept downstairs that night, and in the morning I woke up and asked him how he was and decide one last time...He told me he chose his dad, and married me only for a green card. My heart broke and ended up slapping him. First time I've done that in my life.. He said of course your going to do this sarcastically all your good for. He threw a couple dollars and said this is for the other night being intimate, I cried, and started choking him. He was laughing but not once stopped me...He called his mom told her that I slapped and choked him, she told me I was the worse thing that happened to her son, and was a dirty bit^^. I told him that is not marriage running off and telling your mother or family. He has even in past told his mother he was sad with me, resulting in her calling me to be more sexually active with him and try new things...I have never felt more appauledin my life.
HIs mother told him take his belongings and leave. He was mopping around all day, he has no family here, he kept coming to me asking where his luggage was I told him. I would not stop him or nor did I tell him to leave. My brother separated us and told us to calm down. He got annoyed that my husband wanted to leave continued complaining. My husband took his luggage and packed. I was tired of the drama, assumed he was bluffing or he would drive around and come back. He took his documents as well. I fell asleep. My brother woke me up to tell me he left me and wasn't coming back, he was not a man but a punk, spoiled, brat....I immediately called him to come back it wasn't too late. He refused said this was for the best. I continued calling him and contacted his mom, she told me he was on the road truck be back in couple days don't stress. Come to find out Wednesday he was staying at another Indian families house and had told them our entire ordeal...they are not related, acquaintances. I informed my family and they immediately contacted his Dad, who stated it was my brother and my fault how could his son live in such an environment?
I tried to pay bills from our joint account to find out he had taken everything out and left 200. I used it to pay our cellphone bill. How could he assume it was over without telling me or think I'd touch that money? He refused answer my calls. Finally when he did, confessed I meant everything and I did so much for him and his family. And he would come back if I would admit in front of everyone I would move to Texas. Or take money for my education and call it quits on the marriage. It was the real deal, I did not marry him for money. I felt cornered. We were approved for the apartment let him know, he said he'd think about it. Never did. I gave him an ultimatum that if he didn't come by yesterday which was 9 days after he left I'd assume it was over, He never came or called. My family reached out through extended family, because he refuses to answer there calls as well, and were informed they would have to go to that third party strangers house to discuss our marriage. I refused, then he stated he would want me to come and be lectured by them, again I refused. Now I have come to the conclusion, it was only for a visa, or his Dad got his way. They asked for a couple days to make a decision, not him his family. I am again put on hold. I have no money, to file. I would loved to work this would and move. But he just seems to care and obey his Dad. Our lives have never been private I want him to grow up. My family has become as well as his a laughing stock around town. He won't even meet or communicate with me. All the while is running up my phone bill internationally. which I had cut off/ international. But to disconnect his line its 270 as well as 400 remaining on his cellphone. I resorted last Saturday instead of asking for family help babysitting and mowing lawns to obtain a measly 65 dollars for 8hours work. I am trying my best to work this but its all on him.
I can't even deport him? I don't think that's an option. It hurts knowing a grown man would do such a thing. I'm not perfect I do argue, over education, location, and finances. But to walk out. What can I do?
Sorry about your situation. I have been in same situation. Don't make mistake which I did. I kept hoping for change. It is not going to change. Try to document/get proof of all statements. Upon getting all proofs, call a good lawyer and inform authorities including ICE, USCIS, embassy for his intent. It is not going to much but won't be able to renew his green card, will have problem with citizenship and will have problem moving with his next relationship.
And never look back at him.
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Hi,
What is the difference between AP under review and AP undergoing necessary administrative processing? Thanks
I am sure but believe after they work on case, case is being sent to co for final review to see if visa is approved.
In my case, our visa is in review for 10 months.
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They asked passport, medical and pcc in July. We have submitted those documents in Aug and still awaiting.
What documents did you submit?
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i hav interview of K1 visa interview 31 jan 2013 in islamabad pakistan embassy?i was given a blue sheet mark (become a public charge)cos not accpet joint sponcer.co told me to provide me proof of income of my fiancee. i sent this documents about 14 march after this thy update my AP stauts again but remain same .ater my given interview.first stauts update 2 FEB thn update 26 FEB then after my sent documents status update 22 MARCH but same.
now thy update 2 april 2013 its shows READY .after tht line are
(your case is ready for your interview when shedueld at hte us consular section.if u hav already schedueld an appoinment for an interview.please prepair your docuemnts as directed in your appointment latter and appear at the consulate on the oppointed date and time.otherwise ,please wait until you have been notified of your interview appoinment.
i did not recive any latter of call yet,hope i will recive it soon,they have my passport till the day of interview.is this means that i have an other interview or are they going to ask me futher more documents?
please kindly let me know
thanx
I believe you will get visa within few days.
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How can we make a complaint to Office of Inspector General (OIG)/U.S. Department of State and the Broadcasting Board of Governors and how much it is helpful if we make a complaint to yhis office , is there anyone who has any kind of experience.I am under AP since july 28, 2010 so i decided to send this office an email regarding the long delay and mismanagement of my case.
Any kind of experience or response in this regrad will be helpful for me and most of the viewers.
Thanks.
I did same today.....Did you get any reply?
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My visa got denied.
and my file is sent back to USCIS and my lawyer in dallas got notification says that USCIS kept my file under processing
my lawyer said we need to wait till the next notification comes as i already got the denial i am worried to start up my family as soon as possible.
any suggestions what should i do now and how much time it takes to get my file approved.
Did they gave you any reason?
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Hi mkaurd,
any update? mine as usual no.. Tomorrow is consulate closed for Holi so waiting for April now. What about your husband's second medical?
I think in this forum every one gets visa except me and you if I am not mistaken right?
Anyways, Happy Holi!
There is no update yet.....My husband's medical will expire next week. However; embassy didn't send any e-mail for updated medical. I guess we need to take that letter to get medical done. So, still waiting.
So, this month Thursday is last working day. Lets see some updates next week. Hopefully, April is our month. You must have received number which I sent you to make formal complain. I guess we will use it next month. Good Luck.....
Happy Holi...
How should I file my taxes?
in IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures
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You should file "married filing separately" with only 1 exemption (yourself). You can't put her information on your taxes since she may not have SSN. However; alternatively you can extend filing till Oct 2014. You can file now and later upon receipt of her SSN, your taxes can be amended and you will get refund back.