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IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
Good morning SusieK,
How have you been? I have not visited or posted here out of frustration. I have not hear d anything on my I129F. My lawyer is sitting on our DS230 that they NVC cent a week ago. He is too busy trainning another assitant. I guess I have some catching up to do.

Have a blessed day!\Missy
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-01-13 09:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
Happy New Year all! Holidays are finally over so there will be no more office parties and long lunches at the USCIS. We will all get wonderful news within the next two weeks. Just think next year are holdidays will be spentwith our SOs.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-01-01 07:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
QUOTE (aalam2 @ Dec 28 2007, 05:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks Mrs Jibowu. You are really helpful.


It is my pleasure, to pass on the knowledge I have learned from the people here at visajourney.

Happy New Year
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 17:11:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
CRI looks like it take 5 months from NOA2 to the interview.


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QUOTE (aalam2 @ Dec 28 2007, 03:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Mrs. Jibowu
How did you find out the waiting time in embassy? I am trying to figure out the time difference between K3 and CR1. My friend told me that after it leaves NVC and reaches the native embassy it takes the same time to get the interview. It it true? any idea?

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 16:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
QUOTE (aalam2 @ Dec 28 2007, 03:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Mrs. Jibowu
How did you find out the waiting time in embassy? I am trying to figure out the time difference between K3 and CR1. My friend told me that after it leaves NVC and reaches the native embassy it takes the same time to get the interview. It it true? any idea?


Ok you do not have many completed cases at bangladesh, but here is what i found under K3. Looks like it take about a month to get an interview.
L & A BangladeshTexas Service CenterBangladesh2005-04-032005-04-092005-10-212005-10-272005-11-282005-12-062005-12-122006-01-012006-01-082006-01-242006-01-132006-02-162006-02-242000-03-15285*63246GOT REF ON I-130 .IT IS SENT TO CALIFORNIA.i-130 approved on jan 15 to anyone appling for k3 for a spouse from dhaka please feel free to contact me .rittwalfh @ lailaasif#adelphia.net2006-02-27 Rumana & Tarek BangladeshNebraska Service CenterBangladesh2005-09-282005-10-052005-10-132005-10-172005-11-23N/A437N/A2005-11-26 Lopa & Sumon BangladeshVermont Service CenterBangladesh2006-09-062006-09-082007-02-262007-02-282007-03-152007-03-282007-07-032007-07-062007-07-102007-07-112007-07-312007-07-312007-08-132007-08-272007-09-042007-09-112006-07-192007-07-03355*
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 16:51:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
At my embassy it take only a month after the NVC approval to get an interview. I have been studying peoples time lines to figure out the processing times. You also can check processing times for your embassy someplace on this site. If I find it for you, i will post the link for you.

Good luck. May your journey be expedited and smooth from this point forward.


QUOTE (aalam2 @ Dec 28 2007, 03:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Mrs. Jibowu
How did you find out the waiting time in embassy? I am trying to figure out the time difference between K3 and CR1. My friend told me that after it leaves NVC and reaches the native embassy it takes the same time to get the interview. It it true? any idea?

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 16:46:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
Yes I wanted to go the Cr1 route once I figure out the error. Then I came across someone who's case was completed by the NVC in June and still does not have an appointment. That scared me so now I am praying on the K3 again. I want my husband here asap as most do. His time here with his family is worth the extra money ad hassle.


If he lived in Jamaica I would be there waiting with him. *wink kicking.gif That is my next vacation destination.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 14:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
My lawyer mailed out my K3 pettition 2 months after my I130. My I130 was approved 2 days before the recieved my K3 petition. So right now we are moving forward with the CR1, but hope that the K3 gets approved and or some godly reason they will alow us to but the CR1 on hold.

Nigeria has a long wait for the CR1 interview. About 6 months from the NVC completion.


QUOTE (Marlita @ Dec 28 2007, 01:40 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MrsJibowu @ Dec 28 2007, 09:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well this makes me think I should divorce July and get together with August. I am a faithful devoted follower when lead down the righteous path. innocent.gif I have sent my lawyer two emails requesting information in the past week he has not responded. I always just think emails are easy so he can get back to me when he is available. There I go being to considerate. mad.gif

I think he is waiting for our K3 to be approved, which is why he is delaying the afidavit of suport form. whistling.gif i should never make assumptions, but i want my case in my hands. Hecan go on his merry way. My brother in-law does not know if that is a good idea.

I will keep up with both threads I guess, since I am just starting to get used to you all. good.gif



QUOTE (SusieK @ Dec 28 2007, 08:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MrsJibowu @ Dec 28 2007, 08:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congradulations on your NOA1!! I am in September, because that is my reciept date for my NOA1. It ususaly only take a week for the NOA1 number to be issued I thought. I noticed that you all were having difficult with something being wrong with the process? Does the late reciept date holdup your petition that much longer? Or was it just the issuing of the number that was held up?



Missy lol, hope your still laughing a bit about email....


The I-130's were put on the backburner for quite awhile so they sorta bunched them up and sent them to Chicago for processing. There is the contractor who is now speeding up the NOA1's and yes the timelines have been so outta whack compared to the I-129F's and other forms.

There are alot of I-130's from late July and forward,......and forward.....and forward that have not received their reciept numbers because of this backlog. Hopefully the rest get caught up soon, Gone with the wind on those days of getting a NOA1 in 10 to 30 days.

Will it affect holdup for petition for being processed longer , uncertainity there, and not even going to guess, but will look at the positive side and think maybe just a little.

Cheers

Susie



I guess I am a bit confused by you guys who are filing K3 visas....I thought that once you started the K3 process you can no longer go back to the CR1 process. Is that not correct? I thought this was the new rule since end of July. That is why there is no longer a K3 fee, and that is why you don't have to wait for the I-130 NOA1. I thought you are supposed to send both i129F and i130 together now...and that starts the K3 process.

I'm confused wacko.gif helpsmilie.gif

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 13:47:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
Well this makes me think I should divorce July and get together with August. I am a faithful devoted follower when lead down the righteous path. innocent.gif I have sent my lawyer two emails requesting information in the past week he has not responded. I always just think emails are easy so he can get back to me when he is available. There I go being to considerate. mad.gif

I think he is waiting for our K3 to be approved, which is why he is delaying the afidavit of suport form. whistling.gif i should never make assumptions, but i want my case in my hands. Hecan go on his merry way. My brother in-law does not know if that is a good idea.

I will keep up with both threads I guess, since I am just starting to get used to you all. good.gif



QUOTE (SusieK @ Dec 28 2007, 08:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MrsJibowu @ Dec 28 2007, 08:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congradulations on your NOA1!! I am in September, because that is my reciept date for my NOA1. It ususaly only take a week for the NOA1 number to be issued I thought. I noticed that you all were having difficult with something being wrong with the process? Does the late reciept date holdup your petition that much longer? Or was it just the issuing of the number that was held up?



Missy lol, hope your still laughing a bit about email....


The I-130's were put on the backburner for quite awhile so they sorta bunched them up and sent them to Chicago for processing. There is the contractor who is now speeding up the NOA1's and yes the timelines have been so outta whack compared to the I-129F's and other forms.

There are alot of I-130's from late July and forward,......and forward.....and forward that have not received their reciept numbers because of this backlog. Hopefully the rest get caught up soon, Gone with the wind on those days of getting a NOA1 in 10 to 30 days.

Will it affect holdup for petition for being processed longer , uncertainity there, and not even going to guess, but will look at the positive side and think maybe just a little.

Cheers

Susie

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 12:35:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAugust / September I-130 2007 Filers
Congradulations on your NOA1!! I am in September, because that is my reciept date for my NOA1. It ususaly only take a week for the NOA1 number to be issued I thought. I noticed that you all were having difficult with something being wrong with the process? Does the late reciept date holdup your petition that much longer? Or was it just the issuing of the number that was held up?
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-28 08:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresIs it faster to get a lawyer?
I have not heard of one lawyer that has speed up the process. If you have a sticky case I might suggest one. If you ahve trouble filling out the forms. Make an inforpass appointment with your local USCIS office. They are there to help you with this process. This site will teach you how to process the paper work faster then no other.

I had a horrible time wtih my lawyer.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-06-03 14:38:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussiona consular officers perspective
Thanks UNO,
I found this statement interesting:


The decision-making authority for green card applications lies with USCIS officials who rely almost exclusively on documents, records, and photographs, with little opportunity for interviews or investigations. Consular officers reviewing cases overseas do live interviews and can initiate local investigations, but may only approve petitions, not deny them.




QUOTE (UNO... @ Dec 4 2008, 10:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
both of these articles detail the various marital arrangements that a CO encounters while reviewing marriage based petitions.
in the second link, he goes into further explanation of these marriage scenarios and also gives his recommendations as to how to thwart/deter marriage fraud. <a href="http://www.wnd.com/index.php?fa=PAGE.view&pageId=82584" target="_blank">
</a>


1) A new report reveals previously deported criminals and terrorists who want to enter or remain in the U.S. sometimes do so by finding an American to marry. The Center for Immigration Studies reported the most common path to U.S. citizenship or residency for foreign nationals is by marrying an American. More than 2.3 million people entered the U.S. between 1998 and 2007 this way.
http://www.wnd.com/i...ew&pageId=82584


2) Are Americans the most beautiful, charming, and seductive people on the planet or are we in demand as marriage partners by those in the developing world in part because marrying a U.S. citizen is the quickest and easiest path toward becoming an American lawful permanent resident (LPR, also called having a "green card")?
http://cis.org/marriagefraud

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-05 14:06:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionPackest?
Most mail sent out of the Nigerian Embassy makes it to the beneficiary. Please check the Embassy info for times and days he can visit for info and send your SO to the Embassy to pick up the packets.

I did not read your timeline, but I am assuming your case is complete at the NVC? You do not want to send your SO to the embassy until your case is complete at the NVC and the NVC has forward your case to the Embassy.

QUOTE (Niel&Femi @ Dec 9 2008, 05:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
thanks!

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 07:53:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion2nd Interview Today
Because the DOS did not state that she had a "open" interview, they had another one scheudle for the 22nd, and he is not coming until Jan. he chose not to go with my husband. Mind you I think that is the first time anything has been "open" at the Nigerian embassy.

Now that she has heard the wonderful news she will send her so tomororw. So please lets all pass our blessings over to her.

QUOTE (Perseverance @ Dec 10 2008, 09:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What about Deb what happened with her do we know yet???

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 11:10:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion2nd Interview Today
I am please to announce that my husband can pick up his VISA on the 17th and will fly home on December 21st if not sooner.

I enjoy posting this to give hope to other people struggling with the process.

Trust the process.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 09:37:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion2nd Interview Today
Thank you so much for your post. Every well wish and prayer is needed and appreciated.

QUOTE (forchika @ Dec 8 2008, 09:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Sorry sbout that.....someone asked in the Sub Saharan forum and someone posted Embassy closed Monday and possibly on Tuesday. I am sure the anticipation is overwhelming. Sending my prayers that your hubby will be going to the Embassy to collect the visa. good.gif good.gif



Ok, it is now 1:00 pm in Nigeria. I believe that my husband has made it inot the Embassy for his appointment. I am so excited. Pray or pass us some positive vibes.

thanks all!

QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Dec 9 2008, 07:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (MrsJibowu @ Dec 8 2008, 07:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My husband arrived at his schedule time to discover the embassy was closed for Muslim holiday.

He was just at the embassy last week to follow up on his appointment. They never said anythign about being closed.


Ugh! How irresponsible of them not saying anything to him! What will he do now?

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 07:36:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion2nd Interview Today
My husband arrived at his schedule time to discover the embassy was closed for Muslim holiday.

He was just at the embassy last week to follow up on his appointment. They never said anythign about being closed.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-08 08:06:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion2nd Interview Today
Hello VJ Family,

Deb and my husband's have their 2nd Interview today at the Nigerian Embassy. We were both put on AP for aprox 5 months. Mine was for documentation verification.

We need your prayers and positive thoughts for our husbands. Most Embassies just call you to pick up your visa after AP. Ours schedule a 2nd interview so there is still no guarantee.

Lucky the time difference is 6 hours, so we should hear something soon.

Thank you,
Missy
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-08 06:46:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOpen Appointment ????????
I am please to announce that my husband can pick up his VISA on the 17th and will fly home on December 21st if not sooner.

I enjoy posting this to give hope to other people struggling with the process.

Trust the process.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 09:36:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOpen Appointment ????????
Thanks Carla! you are appreciated.

QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Dec 10 2008, 08:16 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just responded in the other thread, but wanted to send EXTRA vibes! wink.gif Best of luck my dear! rose.gif

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 08:28:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOpen Appointment ????????
Ok, it is now 1:00 pm in Nigeria. I believe that my husband has made it inot the Embassy for his
open" appointment. I am so excited. Pray or pass us some positive vibes.

thanks all!
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-10 07:30:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOpen Appointment ????????
Bump
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-08 18:30:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOpen Appointment ????????
Thanks Zee Bee, Yes this is madness. I have been so patient through this procces. To have him turned away because Embassy is closed. Crazy stuff. I can deal with the process, but missmanagment drives me crazy. Nothing a callender wouldn't hurt. I am sure they remember they have the day off..or do they?

Anyways. Thanks


I will keep bumping through the day to get more opinions on this.

QUOTE (Zee Bee @ Dec 8 2008, 02:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hmm, I would have him go on Wednesday and see what happens.

I have never heard of an open appointment for a second interview in Lagos. I know that there are days where you can go and drop off documents, but not for an actual interview.

This is wacko.gif

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-08 14:21:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOpen Appointment ????????
Ok, my husband had his 2nd interview schedule today after being on AP since July. When he arrived at the Embassy they said we are closed for Muslim Holiday and to come back on Wednesday.

Another VJ member husband was with him at the time and had an interview too. She sent me an email stating that DOS seen that his interview was rescheduled for Dec 22nd. So I called the DOS, which stated my husband's appointment was on Dec 29th. AAAUUURRCGGGGhhh

When I started nagging him about mismanagement he said. "Well I should let you know that the appointment is an open appointment and he can go any day at the scheduled time.

Any views on his statement. This embassy is obviously a difficult embassy to boot.

I also wondered your opinion on the point that it was an "open" appointment. Since we were on AP, that sounds like good news to me.

Thank you in advance for your time and opinion in this matter.

best regards,
Missy
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-08 14:06:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionVisa Fee
Wow, that is amazing news. Just think an extra $400 we do not have to pay. No way. God is good. Plan for the worst get the best.

Thanks everyone for your response. Took me till today to realize that someone responded. I mussed have missed the response. Your time is greatly appreciated.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-13 19:39:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionVisa Fee
When do you pay your fee? I thought it was at the time of the interview. My husband 1st interview was July 7th, 2008. They never collected a fee from him. I thought it was because he was put on AP and wasn't going to get his Visa.
His 2nd interview was on Wednesday 10th, they still have nto collected the money for the Visa.

Now I am curiouse if he should have paid this at the first iterview???

Thank in advance for any help.

Missy J
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-12 10:06:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionThere IS a Santa Claus!!!!!!!!
I remember that feeling. It is great! Another milestone inthe process. Congratulations to you and yours. The holidays will be celecbrated with true joy!
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-13 05:37:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionadvice for a friend concerning lagos
If they told her to pick it up on Thursday, there is not a problem. Embassy difficult, but not intentionaly cruel. Everything will be fine.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2009-03-31 06:52:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionInterview Passed - Visa Approved in Lagos, Nigeria
Wonderful News! Thanks for sharing.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2009-06-26 13:41:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionKI VISA and round trip ticket
Do not buy the ticket until visa is in hand.

Edited by MrsJibowu, 19 October 2009 - 09:37 AM.

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2009-10-19 09:37:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionNaturalization Interview in Norfolk, Virginia
Congratulations! I enjoyed reading your story. Maybe a writer?

Hello folks:

So Interview has come and gone. See attached pdf file for details


Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2010-05-19 14:15:00
CanadaIn need of your real estate help!
I have not read the whole thread so forgive me if someone has said this already.

When you right and offer on the house, right the offer for a certain amount and ask the home buyers for money in return. Usually in a good market you would offer them what they are asking and then ask for $5000 for closing cost. Right now the market obviously is not so hot. So you would not want to offer what they are asking and still ask for money at closing.

If they house needed a significant repair you could ask for that money too, but would need a building inspecter and an estimate of what it would cost to fix.
I hope that helps.



QUOTE (thetreble @ Oct 15 2008, 01:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey Guys and Gals,

As some of you know, my hubby and I have been looking to purchase a home. We thought we had enough money saved up but us as first time home buyers and not thinking about closing costs, I didn't realize how much they were. I went on the Chase site, our potential lender, to get a rough estimate and they are giving me about $6,500 to 7 respectively for closing costs.

Do any of you know which of the CC are negotiable from your experience?

Also, can someone with a real estate brain explain to me what "points" mean on a mortgage!

Thanks in advance.

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-10-16 13:47:00
Canada221(g) followed by AP
Sorry Carla, I didn't mean to insinuate that you did. I guess I was adding that from my perspective, because that was my view of AP. Many people are uninformed and just hearing that when you think your through you have more waiting ads to that.

Thanks for the advice.

QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Dec 17 2008, 06:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
There are so few people if any that have been in AP in Canada, that I don't know if there is an average timeline. A few people who have had to get extra things to hand in before visa issuance haven't waited too long. I think on average whatever time frame they've given, it's actually been before that.

I can't say with any certainy what your AP was for, but given the country of birth, and multiculturism of Canada, I would doubt your having a nationality other than Canadian would'nt impact anything.

You haven't filled out your timeline, so I don't know how long you've been waiting already. You state you had your interview in Montreal "a while ago", but that could be one month ago, or six months ago!

I would call, and/or send email and attempt to get an update soon if it's been a month or more.

Best of luck in hearing something soon!


Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-17 14:12:00
Canada221(g) followed by AP
The reason he is in AP is more common in Cannada, because of the ease of access fromt he US and closeness.

It is just the processing of his documents to prove domicile.


AP is not a bad thing. It is what it is..amdministrative processing. The bad thing is that you have to wait.

QUOTE (Carlawarla @ Dec 17 2008, 06:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
There are so few people if any that have been in AP in Canada, that I don't know if there is an average timeline. A few people who have had to get extra things to hand in before visa issuance haven't waited too long. I think on average whatever time frame they've given, it's actually been before that.

I can't say with any certainy what your AP was for, but given the country of birth, and multiculturism of Canada, I would doubt your having a nationality other than Canadian would'nt impact anything.

You haven't filled out your timeline, so I don't know how long you've been waiting already. You state you had your interview in Montreal "a while ago", but that could be one month ago, or six months ago!

I would call, and/or send email and attempt to get an update soon if it's been a month or more.

Best of luck in hearing something soon!


Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-17 08:07:00
Canada221(g) followed by AP
Admin Proc is just the term they use to document and review your submitted paperwork. To get an average of wait time you would have to get people have been under AP with insufficient evidence of domicile. Maybe you should start a new Thread with the term Domicile in the subject line. To attract similar cases.

Call the DOS weekly to see if there has been any updates on your case.

Best of luck!

QUOTE (user97 @ Dec 16 2008, 08:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My USC spouse and I had CR-1/IR-1 interview in Montreal a while ago now. The consular staff was very friendly and helpful. At the time of interview, the consular officer told us that my USC spouse had to provide additional proof of US domicile due to prolonged period of residence in Canada. The officer also advised us that once we gather the necessary information, we are to mail the documentation along with my passport to the consulate (they returned the passport at the time of the interview). The officer further mentioned that it will take 3-4 weeks from the time they receive the paper work to issue the visa. To our relief, we were also told that we would not need to come back for a second interview as the documentation in question is the only thing they would need to complete our file. In completion, they issued a while sheet that said that they are unable to issue visa at the moment due to a 221(g) due to the insufficient evidence of domicile.

The documentation and the passport has been mailed to the consulate. When we called DoS to follow up we were advised that they have indeed received the needed paper work and that the case was now in "administrative processing".

1) Does anybody know how long it takes Montreal on average to complete the administrative processing?
2) Does it look like the original estimate of 3-4 weeks from the time the missing paperwork is provided until visa accounted for AP time?
2) Also, any guesses as to what triggered the administrative processing -- was it the lack of paperwork in the original application, or is it the fact that I was born in a country (and still am a citizen of) nationals of which require additional clearances? -- this is pretty much a curiousity question, as it does not really make a difference for us now.
3) Is there still hope that the visa will be issued in a matter of week or should we be prepared to wait months and months?

Any experiences in regards to AP in Montreal would be appreciated.

Many thanks,

Waiting


Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-12-17 06:12:00
Canadawill my fiancee going on welfare hurt our case?
No as long as yu can support her when she/ he is here. She might not be reciving anything. That is irrelivant.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2009-09-14 18:19:00
CanadaI am REALLY sorry to post this here
OOpps sorry. I read EAD and just assumed. Well you know what happens then.


Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2009-12-08 14:48:00
CanadaI am REALLY sorry to post this here
With CR1 you can work once you recieve your SS card. Usualy comes with in three weeks. I recomend going to your local ss office to make sur eit has been ordered. If it has not they will order it then.

With CR1 you can work once you recieve your SS card. Usualy comes with in three weeks. I recomend going to your local ss office to make sur eit has been ordered. If it has not they will order it then.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2009-12-08 14:43:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionWarning to be careful
That is a scam. This is really taking advantage of people in a needing position.

QUOTE (spookychick13 @ Dec 26 2007, 10:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My husband filled out the wrong form and submitted money (almost $400) to renew his green card.

He went down to his appointment, and they informed him that he filled out the wrong request, and told him the correct form he needed.

Now they refuse to refund our money for the wrong form.

How unfair!

Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2007-12-26 12:51:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionCheck Cleared
Congratulations! kicking.gif Yes at time Vermont can be pretty fast. My I130 was approved in 2 months time. WOW.
I have many friends on here that sent there I130 in Sept. that did not get there check cashed until just last week.
Enlighten one :)FemaleNigeria2008-01-01 10:35:00