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you need to provide the I-94, at least here in Buffalo, NY, before you can proceed with your license. and of course, you'll also need your SSN. This is where you can find your I-94:
Unfortunately, i came over on a G1 ontario license (my g2 expired years ago and i only used transit for school) and had to start ALL over, and do the written test once i came to buffalo. Then i had to do some silly five hour course, (waste of time
) to be eligible for the drive test. i showed up for my drive test this past week and was denied because i did not have the PHOTO learner permit card, only the paper one given to me after i did the written test. so those who didn't have to wait for the photo card, you're lucky!!! but just wanted to point out that in NY state, the photo card seems to be required for the actual driving test. this whole process may be different for someone entering with a G2, (and obviously with a G, they switch it right over), but i wish i had this type of information before moving! -
Im back to checking the ceac every day.
I was told during the second interview I should get my medical in before feb 14th because that is when my police check expired.
They received my medical on Monday and it was last checked on the 28th.
They have another two weeks but I'm hoping to hear by next week. They just have to look at my medical. Everything else is fine...I'm actually annoyed its taking this long because everything is done. I've had two interviews and the second was such a waste of time. I feel like I went all the way to montreal to confirm my identity in person...which should have been done by the retine scan and finger prints in the first interview.
If they dont get it back to me before my police check expires I'm just going to get my passport back. I'll continue the process after we return from Taiwan and wait to get the IR1 in may.
I can't even imagine what you are going through right now!
The fact you had to go back to a second interview for basically nothing is so silly.
But in all honesty, if they received your medical on 25, you can expect a few weeks of waiting. it seems to take this long, if not more, for this stuff to go through which is just ridiculous because something so small should take 5 minutes and be done with!!!
I sincerely hope you get good news soon! i still can't get over how long you have been at this. i have my fingers crossed you get issued before the 14th!
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i only included the most recent travel that i could remember and everything was fine. i never encountered any issues throughout the process about it, even at the interview, or when i did my POE. You should be fine if you just fill all the blanks with your most recent travels
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Definitely still include it. Maybe make a note in the cover page, or attached to the photocopy of the passport that, yes you acknowledge it is expired, but still included as required.
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I was also given a 221g at my interview. The sooner you send your documents in, the less time you will need to wait. I was able to send my additional documents in a week after my interview. Once received, it took them a month to issue my visa. This was right before american thanksgiving, and then of course the holidays in december were extremely slow. You might have a less wait time now that holidays are over.
There are a few people who received 221g's back in November and December who are still waiting though. Every case is difficult, so it's hard to tell exactly how long. Hope this sort of helps!
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Any idea how long it takes to the consulate to process extra documents or if there is a timeline thread? They requested me send in a original letter of employment from the petitioner. After that, I would be approved.
Sorry, no idea how to work visa journey on my iphone!
in response to your question though, my extra document took a month. i feel though this was because of the holidays last month.. literally worst timing with everyone applying for tourist visa's, the days off for holidays, etc. they do give you information on the 221g sheet that says 6-8 weeks processing time. however, havent seen many, if any at all, that have actually waited this long. fingers crossed for you that it will be quick, hopefully quicker than mine as well now that the rush of the holidays are over.
friend2ya, i honestly don't understand what is taking so long for you. our timelines were pretty similar, you sent in your documents what, a week and a half later than me? i really thought you would be issued first week of jan. as for the ceac status update trigger, this is my theory and i may be totally wrong!
your email is in their system, on your file. perhaps when your lawyer emails, it doesn't trigger because their email isn't attached to your file. this could be completely wrong, like i said, but every single time i emailed (and we know i emailed a lot LOL), my status update date changed. but i will note my lawyer never emailed herself, so i cant tell if that would or would not have updated anything. i am patiently awaiting, just like you, for you to find out good news! you deserve it.
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Any idea how long it takes to the consulate to process extra documents or if there is a timeline thread? They requested me send in a original letter of employment from the petitioner. After that, I would be approved.
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Hey guys,
almost everyone is placed into the dreaded AP, but for those lucky ones, it is quick! your status will change to 'non-immigrant ready', followed by 'issued.' this seems to be the pattern.
this thread helped me through a lot of the waiting process the last two months. good luck!
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our medicals were done in Toronto and then mailed straight to the consulate so that we wouldn't have to travel back to Toronto to pick up the results. the doctor didn't give me anything except a receipt for my cash payment.
SO, i guess from what everyone seems to be saying, it is safe to say the DS-3025 was probably in the sealed envelope i handed over at my POE, and that USCIS should hopefully have it.... emphasis on hopefully!
thanks everyone for the help!
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Interesting! Maybe that is what happens then? It is directly sent to the USCIS. and maybe the lucky ones receive a copy! lol. and some i have read get lost, or are unknowingly incomplete :S
Hopefully mine is there, and is just fine. Fingers crossed. Thank you for your reply!
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such a money grab!
Well lets hope that won't be the case for me and there is some other miracle answer. Thanks for your help!
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Thank you. I know I am up to date on everything, but I have no idea if a DS 3025 was even completed. People have mentioned it gets handed over when you enter the U.S, in the secret envelope we are told not to open, and then forwarded to the USCIS. Is it possible that is what could have happened?
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Hi everyone,
We have assembled the the I-485 package pretty well, with a cover page and separate table of contents for both my daughter and I, as well as my husband. I am pretty confident I have everything right and in order.
HOWEVER, I am so confused about the I-693 and can't seem to find any recent information on here about it (unless I've totally missed it).
Do I need to include this in the I-485 package? I know that for K1 visa's, you don't have to redo your medical as long as it hasn't expired (we are no where near that yet) but, we still need to provide proof that we are up to date on vaccinations, etc. This can apparently be done by sending in a copy of the DS 3025, which was supposed to be completed at our K1 medical before the consulate interview.
But, I don't have it! I was never given a copy or even told about this form, either from the Doctor or the consulate.
So, my question is, can I file for AOS without the I-693? Does the USCIS already have the DS 3025? If not, how would I obtain the DS 3025?
Any advice would be greatly appreciated, and I apologize if this has recently been asked by someone else!
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I had sent an email asking for my passport to be returned this morning and recieved an email asking for an second interview for next Tuesday at 10 am.
Any one know what usually happens at a second interview?
I hope this is good news.
So sorry you're still having issues. Its also especially difficult not knowing what the cause is!
Are you able to email back to ask if they need any specific documents, so that you may get them before the interview date?
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Thank you for your very positive thoughts..very desperate here!!
Explain to me about the post office wrong addresses with that lady that almost refused to release. Like what address, just make up one..I really want know what's the deal..thanks
the address on my daughters package didn't match mine. it was the canada post location :S
ive read this happened to a few others. so i was prepared for a fight if i had to! but she just did something in the computer (i honestly don't know what) and then had me sign for both packages.
if this happens to you, make sure you do NOT leave without your visa! i think they are just still working out the kinks of switching to canada post, and some of the employee's seem to understand the importance of the package and the process and others are still learning.
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Yes we have been checking the status there but no tracking info - just says "check ds 260 status", and the current status still says "Appointment". I sent the Montreal Consulate a message through their public inquiry form since they don't accept phone calls, so we'll see if they get back to me. Our status updated date just changed from the 21st to 29th on CEAC, though, so here's hoping that's a good thing.
Wait, you were issued the 21st and still no tracking info??!!! That must be difficult... I am really sorry to hear that. I wonder what is going on... it is really annoying that there isn't a phone number to speak with an actual person, especially in this situation. Hoping you hear something soon.
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Did you get your passport today?
I got a Status Updated - Still shows Refused
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Dec 7 - Email
Dec 8 - Consulate received docs
Dec 9 - ?????
Dec 11 - Email (confirmed docs received on the 8th)
*** Dec 21 *** Offsite received my courier bar code envelope
Dec 22 - Could be Dec 21 courier docs
Dec 29 - Again, Dec 21 courier docs
I am clueless, 2 updates triggered but which one is legit ??
I sent you a private message back, but yes we did get our passports today. sent separately, who's ever bright idea that was! one arrived at the facility at 130 ish, the other at 3... i was so worried i wouldn't have both today. the woman at Canada post also began to mention that the address of my daughters didn't match mine, it matched their location... and i stopped her right there as someone else here on VJ was told the same thing and had to send theirs back to the consulate! I was not leaving today without both of those visa's LOL.
POE tonight at peace bridge was smooth. we had a uhaul with just really my personal belongings, clothes, my daughters toys, keepsakes... really no furniture since our home in buffalo is fully furnished. in and out within 30 minutes, although no one really friendly to brag about. but all in all, very happy to be home with a nice cold beer opening late christmas gifts!
okay, so i am assuming the 22 update was them receiving your courier document. mine only took a day as well for it to be processed at their offsite facility, and the very next day was in the hands of the consulate. So that means today's update (the 29th) may have just been them working on it. which is good news! considering, they have been off since the 24th. In all honesty though, considering the time it took for me and rayofsunshine to get issued, you might not be issued this week, (then again, we had to deal with thanksgiving and christmas) but next week looks promising. just stay positive... that is really all you can do. it could be this week, if not, then next week i think for sure. this is really the busiest time for them, especially since there are a lot of tourist visa's being dealt with during the holidays.
please know i have had my fingers crossed for you, and even though i've been issued, and am officially in the states, I still have my fingers crossed!!!! hang in there!
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Woohoo!! It was issued!
How long until I should get my tracking number? I am hoping that I get it by tomorrow, I am in Kingston so I am only a few hours away... BUT, a big snow storm hit so I hoping it doesn't delay the post office lol!
congratulations! that is great news!
my tracking number came within a few hours. First, the consulate sends you some information, with a non-working number, and then Canada Post (if you're going through CP) will send you a working one which you can track.
i have ready many people in your area have theirs the next day, so you should too, if not then definitely thursday.
mine is still in transit, but at least out of their sorting facility and on it's way to markham as of 5 this morning.
congrats again!!!
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Yea Ottawa is closed, but Montreal doesnt show. Anyways, the day is over and hope everyone had a great weekend.
Lets the waiting game begins this week...
JennNMike, have you picked up your passport? if not, I want to high five you..I am like 5 mins drive there lol..keep us update after you pass POE
Haha high five!
Hope you had a great holiday! Hopefully a belated Christmas present is headed your way this week:)
Canada post was closed Friday due to Christmas, but opened today and the visa is in transit expected to hit Markham tomorrow. Not sure what time, but hopefully earlier in the day. My fiance is coming down with a u-haul for my stuff and we plan to head back to buffalo tomorrow evening if all goes well.
Lets hope there are no issues with CPC or my POE (I'm so nervous!). I will definitely let you know how it goes, as well as please keep me updated on your end! Hoping this is your last week of waiting!
Sending positive thoughts to you and everyone else!
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Yes, they are closed today:(
As long as you are issued tomorrow or wednesday, you should receive it by the 31st. Considering your interview was the 18th, I am pretty sure this won't be a problem. Hang in there, stay positive!
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I have! The first one was sent by the Consulate and doesn't seem to work, but an hour later I got the correct one from Canada Post. My expected delivery date is December 31st, but I live in a rural area in NB and requested a home delivery so yours may be faster. Can't wait to have it in hand so I can make concrete plans for POE!
Yes, ours says the 29th, and I live right outside of Toronto. I will be picking up in Markham.
Good luck, keep us posted!
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Mad & J, I already received both tracking numbers, have you? I am assuming tuesday or wednesday we will have it in our hands as well!!!
Friend2ya, thank you! and i understand how you feel. It is bittersweet watching everyone else get issued before yourself. Hang in there, the New Year will bring good news!!
and hopefully to everyone else as well!! today isn't over yet either, thinking of you all!
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ISSUED!
Congrats to all of those who also had good news recently! Hoping a few more of us will get theirs Issued before the end of the day!
Issued as well this morning!!!! Congratulation to you too! Best Christmas present ever.
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ahhh nevermind guys, we're both back in AP lol. that was short lived:( is it normal to bounce back?
Waiting for our passports from Montreal
in Canada
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PriyaB......
congratulations!!!!!! So happy for you!
:)