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Hi Ehsan, nobody really knows how long AP will last. My husband was given a ds5535 and was in AP for 7.5 months. His visa got issued on its own, they asked for new medical. I was on the verge of suing the embassy but ended up not doing it because the visa got issued on its own. My advice would be to wait like 2 months then think about suing the embassy with a writ of mandamus. Good luck.

Hi everyone I would like to share my husband's visa story.
My husband was interviewed in Sept 2018 for his visa. The interview went great, CO was nice. She said she needs more time to process the case and give him 221g slip with administrative processing. Then the next day he got an email with questionnaire 
 
6 months went by with no progess on the case. I talked with different lawyers that had experience in WOMs. I finally decided to go for a WOM after 6 months. I even payed the lawyer 50 percent of the fees to start the procedure. In between the time period I had sent a 2nd congressional inquiry in which I had not received a response for a week( isb embassy responds pretty fast to congress inquiries). So I got even more worried that they didnt even reply to the congresswoman. But literally one day after I paid the lawyer for a WOM, I got a respond from the congresswoman that the embassy replied and they are requesting for a medical. It was so weird. And btw I only paid the lawyer the WOM fees he didnt do anything on my case yet nor did he make any communication with the embassy. The embassy just decided to move my husband's case on its own. I was in shock and couldn't believe it. Exactly 2 weeks of submitting medical, my husband's visa was "issued". 
 
So everyone, keep sending congress or senator inquiries. It helps. And for those who have been waiting for a really long time, just do a WOM. There is ntg to be afraid of if you have a valid case. Keeping you all in my prayers. Those 6 months felt like forever. I completely understand your pain.

Hi everyone I would like to share my husband's visa story.
My husband was interviewed in Sept 2018 for his visa. The interview went great, CO was nice. She said she needs more time to process the case and give him 221g slip with administrative processing. Then the next day he got an email with questionnaire 
 
6 months went by with no progess on the case. I talked with different lawyers that had experience in WOMs. I finally decided to go for a WOM after 6 months. I even payed the lawyer 50 percent of the fees to start the procedure. In between the time period I had sent a 2nd congressional inquiry in which I had not received a response for a week( isb embassy responds pretty fast to congress inquiries). So I got even more worried that they didnt even reply to the congresswoman. But literally one day after I paid the lawyer for a WOM, I got a respond from the congresswoman that the embassy replied and they are requesting for a medical. It was so weird. And btw I only paid the lawyer the WOM fees he didnt do anything on my case yet nor did he make any communication with the embassy. The embassy just decided to move my husband's case on its own. I was in shock and couldn't believe it. Exactly 2 weeks of submitting medical, my husband's visa was "issued". 
 
So everyone, keep sending congress or senator inquiries. It helps. And for those who have been waiting for a really long time, just do a WOM. There is ntg to be afraid of if you have a valid case. Keeping you all in my prayers. Those 6 months felt like forever. I completely understand your pain.

You will have to hire an attorney to file writ of mandamus.  Its expensive to do so make sure your case is straight forward and you have not lied about anything. If you have been truthful and you have the money, you can file a lawsuit. A lawsuit doesnt garantee a visa issuance, but it forces the embassy to make a decision and work on your file. According to my research and seeing actual court cases, 98% of the time people win the case and their visa is issued. Some people get denied because they lied about something or the consular officer found something wrong with their case. 
 
You should have sufficient proof that you contacted the embassy many times and you have sent congress and senator inquiries. Save all of your emails, it will make ur case stronger. It will show the judge you made a lot if efforts and a lawsuit is ur last resort.
 
Some experianced lawyers who file lawsuits with the state of department and embassy:
 
Jennifer Nimer
Jim Hacking
 
Both have a good win ratio but I personally recommend Jennifer Nimer. Shes more pricey though. If you want to save money go with Jim Hacking.
 
I have not personally filed a lawsuit, but I have done quite a bit research when My husband was in AP. I was thissssss close to filing one. The embassy issued my husband a visa and I did not have to do the lawsuit.
 

You will have to hire an attorney to file writ of mandamus.  Its expensive to do so make sure your case is straight forward and you have not lied about anything. If you have been truthful and you have the money, you can file a lawsuit. A lawsuit doesnt garantee a visa issuance, but it forces the embassy to make a decision and work on your file. According to my research and seeing actual court cases, 98% of the time people win the case and their visa is issued. Some people get denied because they lied about something or the consular officer found something wrong with their case. 
 
You should have sufficient proof that you contacted the embassy many times and you have sent congress and senator inquiries. Save all of your emails, it will make ur case stronger. It will show the judge you made a lot if efforts and a lawsuit is ur last resort.
 
Some experianced lawyers who file lawsuits with the state of department and embassy:
 
Jennifer Nimer
Jim Hacking
 
Both have a good win ratio but I personally recommend Jennifer Nimer. Shes more pricey though. If you want to save money go with Jim Hacking.
 
I have not personally filed a lawsuit, but I have done quite a bit research when My husband was in AP. I was thissssss close to filing one. The embassy issued my husband a visa and I did not have to do the lawsuit.
 

The Isb embassy asked for my husband's medical and it took approximately 2 weeks for his visa to get issued. You can call NVC to confirm if the consular section received the medical. I called them and they told me the exact date embassy received the medical. They even have access to consular notes.

Jennifer Nimer has filed many lawsuits at embassy level. She has even fought lawsuits in AP from banned countries
 
https://www.nimerlaw.com/about/

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my visa has been issued. And I am in USA😊
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 15 months 3 days
Embassy is Islamabad

My husband's interview was in sept 2018. His interview went well, but CO said she needs some time to process his case and to check his email. He was given the 221G form with AP ticked. Then the next day he got ds5535 questionnaire in his email. He was asked to
re do is medical at 6.5 months in AP. He did a new medical and the status is issued Alhumdulilah.

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my husband's visa has been issued. 
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 7 months
Embassy is Islamabad
 
Dont lose hope people! Thank you everyone on this forum for supporting me. I hope everyone who is waiting hears good news soon. Ameen!

Yes it is.
 
Thanks for the info. That helps.  Congrats once again 

The status changed to issued exactly 10 business days after we submitted medical

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my husband's visa has been issued. 
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 7 months
Embassy is Islamabad
 
Dont lose hope people! Thank you everyone on this forum for supporting me. I hope everyone who is waiting hears good news soon. Ameen!

Ameen. My advice to all is keep praying to Allah, HE listens to our duas. Send personal inquiry to embassy every 30 days and have your congressman/senator inquire on your behalf every 60 days. In Sha Allah everyone will get their visa. 

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my husband's visa has been issued. 
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 7 months
Embassy is Islamabad
 
Dont lose hope people! Thank you everyone on this forum for supporting me. I hope everyone who is waiting hears good news soon. Ameen!

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my husband's visa has been issued. 
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 7 months
Embassy is Islamabad
 
Dont lose hope people! Thank you everyone on this forum for supporting me. I hope everyone who is waiting hears good news soon. Ameen!

Ameen. My advice to all is keep praying to Allah, HE listens to our duas. Send personal inquiry to embassy every 30 days and have your congressman/senator inquire on your behalf every 60 days. In Sha Allah everyone will get their visa. 

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my husband's visa has been issued. 
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 7 months
Embassy is Islamabad
 
Dont lose hope people! Thank you everyone on this forum for supporting me. I hope everyone who is waiting hears good news soon. Ameen!

Alhumdulilah, with the grace of Allah, my husband's visa has been issued. 
 
Total time in AP with DS5535 is 7 months
Embassy is Islamabad
 
Dont lose hope people! Thank you everyone on this forum for supporting me. I hope everyone who is waiting hears good news soon. Ameen!

May this New Year bring us happiness and good news. Im really looking forward to seeing cases get approved. Sending everyone good vibes. 

Hello guys.
I just received a DS 5535 form to fill.
Im I supposed to print it out fill it,scan and sign because its not allowing me to type directly on it.
I need help now please someone give me a heads up.

I emailed ds5535 yestrday and got an automated reply from Isb embassy. i also emailed them my resume as they also asked for it. as per the experiences shared by the ppl here its really scary. my wife will have our baby soon. i am that unfortunate guy who will not be present with my wife when my baby  will come in this world. my wife is depressed and cries when we talk. i am also depressed too. unfortunately we cant do anything except wait. 

Did the embassy themselves tell you they like it??
 
I completely disagree no-one should wait one complete year before contacting the embassy.   In addition the 221g states "we recommend you contact the embassy every two months to check on your status of your case".   There are times after inquiry members have found the embassy was waiting on information that they didn't know about and wasted 6 months in AP before sending the docs because the embassy neglected to notify them (or communication got lost) no communication in one year can lead to a returned petition as it also states if they don't get a response it will be returned.   Consistent clear communication is key!

Heyy all!! Hope you are all doing well!!! April is here! 8 months completed since interview...is this The Month??? Inshallah!! 
 
 prayers for you all ❤

So just wait inshallah, it will be fine.
It's been over two years for us. And longer than that being in a long distance relationship.
First time we filed our  petiton in February 2017, we were denied because of a lawyer's mistake. Second time in October 2017, we applied, we waited 7 months before our petiton was approved then three months before it reached the correct embassy..my fiance was a UK resident but moved back to Pakistan..so it took a while to transfer the case, then we scheduled the interview in June 2018 but he was refused to be interviewed because apparently his physical file had not reached the embassy even though it had reached according to NVC. Then finally rescheduled the interview on july 31st 2018. They issued a 221g because they wanted a joint sponsor even though i make enough.. we fulfilled that requirement then issued us the DS form. And it's been 7 and a half months since his interview and over two years since we started this whole thing.... 
It sucks but hope and belief keep us going. I just went and saw my fiance after more tha. A year ..this refueled our hope and it has made our relationship much stronger. Everything went wrong but there is a reason. And i believe that our time will come. I am muslim and i believe in Allah's decision is the best and His timing is the best.