Ultimecia

2 hours ago, Ahmed&Freda said:

OMG OMG...Just a quick update!   I'm still in shock.   

 

It is not yet updated on the site but I received letter today from USICS.  

 

"After a review of the complete record of proceeding, including any response you submitted to the Notice of Intent of Revoke, USCIS has determined that the grounds alleged for revocation have been overcome.

 

The approval of the petition is therefore reaffirmed and the petition will be forwarded to the National Visa Center (NVC). "

 

I have so many more questions but will save that for a post later.   We are both in tears and so very thankful for another interview.

 

I know its not a visa yet but it still feels amazing! 

 

Thanks everyone!

 

~Freda

Congrats to you!! Let's hope it gets approved this time!!!

10 hours ago, Teemo said:

An NOIR is a Notice of Intent to REVOKE. So, in your case, revoke what?  Were you already approved a visa or immigration benefit that they are revoking? In that case first thing to figure out is if it is their error or yours. Or did something change between approval and now?

 

Or do you mean NOID, Notice of Intent to Deny?

Per my understanding of the process, if the petition (I-130) was approved by USCIS and the embassy decides for some reason or another the petition should not have been approved, the embassy kicks it back to NVC who then passes it back to USCIS, who then reviews the reason why the visa was denied.  Once USCIS is done with their review, they then send the NOIR or they re affirm the case, then apparently the beneficiary will have to attend another interview. 

This link kind of explains a NOID.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Notice_of_Intent_to_Deny#Differences_with_Notice_of_Intent_to_Revoke

In my situation, USCIS had originally approved our I-130, my husband attended his interview at the embassy, but the embassy denied the visa, and sent it back to NVC, now it's at USCIS who are reviewing our case and they will be sending the NOIR. Right now, I'm in the process of preparing my rebuttal and getting my documents together. 

4 hours ago, old-fella said:

how did you meet?

did you visit pakistan ? did you visit his family? did you do a big wedding or reception with his family members and friends in pakistan?

Is there any age difference?

 

 

Yes I visited Pakistan, only stayed for a few months. We met on FB through a mutual friend. It wasn't a big wedding, but I did meet family members and friends in Pakistan as well as family members here in the US.  Age difference isn't so huge, I'm 4 years older than him. 

5 hours ago, Boiler said:

So you only met once?

 

And married.

Yup. I know that's a red flag, but before meeting in person, he had known each other for 4 years. 

16 minutes ago, old-fella said:

We went through NOIR during our visa phase. 

 

Do you know the reason for NOIR? Everyone almost knows why NOIR is issued? Well, NOIR letter will have exact points referring to issues raised by CO however applicant generally have a very good idea about what was the issue. Knowing the issue and working on resolving the issue with a lot of documentation is the only way. And the crucial thing is time while responding to NOIR.

 

Don't waste your time with a lawyer. prepare solid evidence for rebuttal and present it with a letter stating same.

P.S.: I am surprised how NOIR is expedited 

I don't know the reason for the NOIR, but just to give you some background on my husband and I. We come from different backgrounds,  he's Pakistani and I'm African American.  He's Muslim and I'm Christian.  So I know those are red flags for the CO's at the embassy and I bet those reasons will be outlined in the NOIR.  The only documentation we have are our chats, also we sent money to each other and receipts for gifts.  I haven't been able to visit because of work and such. 

As far as the NOIR being expedited, yeah I know it's surprising. I called USCIS in late May inquiring as to when I'll get it, the rep told me, it hasn't been 6 months yet and they don't bother looking into delays or getting petitions expedited until that 6 month mark has been reached. She informed to call USCIS once 6 months had passed. 

Hello all,

Today I spoke to a representative at USCIS (she seemed new, because she asked me when I filed my petition twice during the call and also didn't seem to know my petition was sent back to USCIS). Anyways she was able to get my NOIR expedited because according to her, my petition was processed outside of the normal timeline. She stated I'll get the NOIR in 30 days.  Just seeking advice from petitioners who are in the process of responding (or have responded) to the NOIR.  What are some good tips?  Is seeking a lawyer a good idea? 

Appreciate it.  

On 1/9/2018 at 7:37 AM, sami amber said:

it take from 6 to 12 months . and just be ready to wait more beacaus the USCIS backloaded with pending files and specially 708.000 pending file now im waiting since 20 september last year i advice you as many friends adviced me here is to start collecting evidence and more visit have of evrything i wish us luck 

Thank you very much! 

Salutations all!!

My husband and I are currently awaiting for the NOIR to arrive. According to the CEAC website our case was returned to the NVC on Nov. 1st after spending months in AP at the Islamabad Embassy.  My husband and I hurt and he's is frustrated at the entire process and is ready to just throw in the towel.  Honestly, I'm not surprised this happened (being Pakistan and all) but that doesn't make it hurt less. Being part of VJ helped me mentally prepare that this could happen.  

How long does it typically take for the NOIR to arrive?  (seems like the timings are varied :S) 

Anyone who experienced receiving a NOIR (I know the USCIS gives the petitioner about 30 days to respond) is it a letter? A packet?  

I keep hearing that at this point, it's best to consult an immigration lawyer.

Any advice is much appreciated.  

19 hours ago, StraightForward said:

yeah well... I guess we all have our reasons to stick to such a humiliating process.

Yeah :-/

15 hours ago, zo8905 said:

Status updated to ISSUED ALHAMDULILLAH

 

Case status

Int date: 21 sep 2017

Case status:  Ap

Case last updated date changes: 22, 25, 26,27,28,29,10, 17, 18,24,25

Today 25 oct. Status changed ISSUED

Congrats!

6 hours ago, StraightForward said:

i received a reply.. and that made an update on my status. If I compare my case to other applicants, it should had been issued months ago and even after second fingerprints and oath, it should had issued last month. According to consul officer and last email my case was final process. 

 

 

Dear Sir/ Madam,

 

Thank you for your email. Please reference to our previous emails, case is still under admin process. We will let you know as soon as the process completes.

 

Thank you for your understanding.

 

Immigrant Visa Unit,

Consular Section, American Embassy,

Islamabad, Pakistan

SN

I got the same reply the last time I sent an inquiry. I think it's a nice way of saying "Your status hasn't changed, quit asking."  

10 hours ago, Zaib212 said:

how long you are in AP? may be a wait a little bit, next time you send an email to them attach 221g form.

Been in AP since March.

9 hours ago, Zaib212 said:

this is auto reply from their system, so your case is still in AP.

 

Sure is. I want to send another message, but I don't know what good it would do.  

When I sent an inquiry to I got a similar reply, but didn't have the word refused in it. 

Quote

Dear Sir/Madam,

 

Thank you for writing to our office. Your immigrant visa case is undergoing routine but required administrative processing, an integral part of the visa adjudication and issuance process that can neither be expedited nor waived. 

Unfortunately, it is difficult to predict the amount of time the processing will take and timing varies based on the individual circumstances of each case. 

 

Please be assured that we are aware of your concerns and will process the application to completion as quickly as possible, in accordance with U.S. laws. We recognize that this process can be frustrating for applicants and regret any inconvenience.  Once the administrative processing is complete, we will contact you.

 

Sincerely,

 

Immigrant Visa Unit

Consular Section

U.S. Embassy, Islamabad

Wonder if it matters...? 

My case is kind of like yours.  Although I met my husband nearly 6 years ago. I didn't get to meet him until 2015.  Namely due to money issues and my job.  When I did visit my husband, we did marry after our first meeting.  I met his family and a few friends, we took pictures and had a nice little reception with a lot of food.  

My husband had his interview back in March and it's been in AP since. He took wedding pictures, pictures of the reception, chat logs we had on Whats App.  Receipts of gifts he bought me at Doleman mall. I don't know how your husband's interview will go, but for my husband they did accuse of him fraud (I think the CO's were trying to rattle him) but at the end they kept his passport and supporting documents. Not saying this will happen to your husband, but you never know. 

Our red flags:

Different religions: I was raised Christian and he's Muslim

Different cultures: of course he was born in Pakistan I was born in the US.

Different ethnicities: I'm Afro American, he's Pakistani. (yes I know, not very common) 

I'm thinking of going back to visit, but I don't know for how long. I was thinking of using my PTO but I don't how much my job will approve.So that's up in the air right now.   

6 hours ago, Love To Teach said:

I have been looking at the Pakistan CR1 charts/spreadsheets. Am I reading it correctly that my husband and I are one of only a few couples denied their CR1 visa from Pakistan? If so, I am feeling like a real loser in this process. I know there are others that are not members of VJ, but I read a post by one person that said that refusals are rare there. I'm beginning to feel hopeless....

You and your husband were denied? 

I'm sorry to hear that.  

6 hours ago, Buttar said:

He needs to be prepared and carry all the necessary documentation & don't forget any documents in order to avoid A.P. Be on time, I would like to say it will be easy interview but unfortunately it won't be easy, he should not hesitate and mumble. 

 

Make sure he take as many proof for the wedding pics.. etc 

 

he should answer truthfully and stricktly straight forward answer to questions. 

 

 

All the best and good luck  

Pretty much this. 

But also want to add the interview could become an interrogation, especially of the CO or COs feel the marriage isn't real.  My advice to your husband is that if  this happens, he needs to keep his cool and don't let them rattle him and he should be fine.  

10 hours ago, Mehar said:

Any update @Ultimecia???

Nothing yet.  

1 hour ago, Mehar said:

I had mine on March 27 and same is the case here. Date changed twice but still showing "Ready for Interview." I hope we get the good news in this week.

 

 

 

Hope you get some good news soon!!  

My husband had his interview in March and is currently under AP since then.  The last update was on May 5th, but that's because I had inquired about the status of it. The embassy hasn't asked for anything.  I'm kind of nervous because I heard some cases remain in AP for years and I'm afraid ours may be one of those cases.  *sighs*  

6 hours ago, Love To Teach said:

My husband had his interview this month and had the EXACT same experience, although he said he had two co's the second time. Yes, they said the same things, although they focused on my divorces. He felt they were accusing him of fraud also. He was so insulted...we are an older couple. I've visited him 7 times, we have known each other 6.5 years, and we had 6 pounds of evidence. What a crock of #######!!  Got AP, the same. Keep us updated.

Met my husband in 2011 and we talked on FB, Skype and WhatsApp.  It took me several years to finally meet him in person, but only because of money issues. We had evidence of chat logs. When I did finally meet him, we took pictures of where we went and everything.I sent copies of the receipts of the things he bought me at Dolman mall.  I understand that our marriage is out of the norm (different ethnicity and religious backgrounds) but to come right out and accuse my husband like that.  It was almost as if they were trying to force him to admit it.  I agree, it is a crock of ****!!

5 hours ago, Maryland said:

Omg both of you! So sorry to hear that. My husband's interview will be in Islamabad as well. Did you guys not go with them to the interview? Do you think this was the reason why. Thanks 

I didn't. Since I learned how my husband was treated I probably should have, especially since I had plenty of PTO. But the interview letter stated it wasn't necessary for me to attend. So who knows, it may have been. 

I started this thread because I wanted to know if anyone else had this type of interview experience. 

My husband had his interview back in March and after the interview he called me and told me it lasted for about an hour, not only that he told me they took him to an interview room with 3 CO's, 2 of which were Pakistani.  In the beginning they asked him the typical questions, where did you meet, how did you meet, what we did when we met, etc. Then the interview took a turn and they accused my husband of being in a fake marriage. 

After the interview, they kept his passport and gave him the white slip and didn't ask for any other documents.  Now our case is currently under AP.  Has anyone else had this experience or know someone who has?  

6 hours ago, Duncan21 said:

Congrats!!!

3 hours ago, misshepburn said:

Congrats!!  

Thank you!! 

CC on Feb. 14th.  Interviewed scheduled for March 21st.  

*joins interview club*

45 minutes ago, Fost04mach said:

Looks like all of my bitching and whining has finally paid off.  3rd n/a shows up, confirmed with them.  

 

i130 date: Jan 22nd 2016

Original scan date Sept 22nd 2016

2nd scan date Nov 25th 2016

Supervisor review Jan 6th 2017

Review dept Jan 12th 2017

Case Complete Feb 15th 2017

 

Asked what dates they're currently scheduling for, no idea.  I need to call and get a different guy, usually they can tell.. Guy couldn't tell if my expedite request was approved or not.  I've been so bitter for the past few months it's hard to crack a smile and enjoy this...   Let's hope for more CCs today, especially for those waiting the longest... 

Awesome! Congrats!   *high fives* 

Congrats to those who have their CC's!!!! 

1 hour ago, 0725 said:

Wow, you've been waiting longer than I was. Congratulations!! This gives me a tiny bit of hope. 

Thank you.