I had to travel but am stuck and dont know if I should wait for the passport or it will take lot of time for me to receive it. Any thoughts on when I should expect an update? Wait for any possible document request, I got request to provide additional documents after 5 days of interview and the status showed Refused with same text. I had an immigrant visa interview one week ago for an F4 immigrant visa in Jordan US embassy .. the case is for my mother , sister and I .. at the end of the interview they told us that our case is approved .. but today only 2 of our visas sho issued and one of them shows refused Please tell me what to do ?? As I want to interview at Delhi embassy? You will receive another adjudication once such processing is complete. If they asked for some extra documents and you provided them then whats next step ? my take- home points 1) give all possible documents. Usually they would send back the passport and ask to come for an interview, but it hasnt happened with me yet. How about Dropbox Status? I have not received any emails or anything, the only thing I noticed is that the last updated text changed from April 21 to August 1st. Hello everyone, I had my interview on 24 July and at the end of my interview the officer said to me that my visa has been approved and you can collect your passport from the courier. So, it would be technically Delhi. I had a drop box appointment at Kolkata us consulate on January 12,2023. 1. On January 13,2023 it got received and same day got approved but on January 17th it got refused with a big pragraph. Check contact info of US Consulates. Should we be worried ? I see a status as REFUSED with short text for my relativeis that a final status as REJECTED? Hi All, I attended visa interview on 3rd Oct 2019. If your visa was approved and no form 221(g) was issued, then you can expect your stamped passport within 5-10 working days. You can always apply for a different visa but make sure to have all of your documents ready when submitting your next application. Hi, My L1A was refused, and I was given my passport back with form 221 (g) but it was mentioned that my visa is clearly denied, no additional documents were asked. The consular officer can reconsider the visa application later based on additional information or upon the resolution of administrative processing, and determine that the applicant is eligible. Therefore, the sooner you provide the necessary documentation for your case, the sooner immigration officials can review and decide on it. One key thing to note is the text under it has changed. My visa status shows No status and today I got new DS-160 emailed from CEAC. Also, see the screenshot below with status Refused, it is the same case number as above. Original passports of all eligible travelling applicants. Edwin, This is very normal, there is no ETA for 221g. What should I do? Do you think it is 221g administrative processing. Your personal information is protected by our Privacy Policy. During the interview, the immigration official will review the documents provided with the application and questions to the visa applicant. any other update? Even though the immigration authorities would be aware of your previous visa application history, they will primarily judge your new application based on the evidence that you present to them. soni, Well, it is odd. Its been in refused status since 29th Nov 2022. Observed CEAC Status Changes: Refused ( with short text ) >> Administrative Processing >> Issued, The only way to tell, if your case was refused, is if you get a confirmation from Consulate that says, your case is refused. Below you will find answers to the most common questions about 221(s) section: Suppose the U.S. issued you a section 221g refusal. could you please help me , i have the same situation today. B1/B2, H1, F1? The case was created on January 18th and changed to Refused with a long text on January 19th. The visa status is now showing as refused. The case was dismissed but I was asked to provide the necessary documents. He didnt really ask anything during the interview except reason for US visa and I told them that my sister lives there and I want to visit her. In that case, the consular officer reviewed your visa application and determined you did not meet the eligibility requirements to receive the visa. Do I need to be worried? How many days did it take for them to complete the administrative process in your case before finally approving you? Attended the visa interview on 11/29/2022 Passport returned 221g white slip provided, no documents requested. Form 221g processing time varies between 7 days to 6 months. J have the same situation, no update, since Dec 12 no change in status on CEAC website, still refused, same status for me, returned passport on 8 dec with 221g . However, with the help of an experienced lawyer, an applicant can submit the proper documentation to have the visa approved in the end. At present, your application must be suspended under section 221g of the immigration and nationality Act, as amended (INA), for further review at the Department of State or by another agency. Overview Refusal under section 221 (g) means that essential information is missing from an application or that an application requires additional administrative processing. did you status change? I didnt knew until they sent the automated message. My wife has applied for H1 visa through Dropbox as she hold H4 visa but not travelled to US. Remember, H4 cannot exist without H1B. In any case, you can call National Visa Center as well and verify, if you are concerned. You will get an email to submit the passport again as and when the US embassy is ready to stamp your US visa. What are the steps after that? It makes me think it was refused at the time of interview and then nothing has been done but same decision on my portal application. Sample US Visa Denial Letter from US Consulate after 221g, Example of CEAC Status Refused with Shorter text. Expect a change of status to administrative processing or issued. The VO dint event check my i797. However, you can always reapply for the same visa or for another visa that you are eligible for. Sam happened to me.what is the status now? Has any one faced this issue. Im really worried. I have applied for L2 dependent visa for spouse and new born. Did She received any communication? Many cases in late 2020 and 2021 had Refused status with shorter text as an intermediate status and later they changed to Administrative processing and then Issued. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Or do you know long does it take to get a communication from the consulate regarding the passport/visa? It is possible that the US embassy has not issued form 221(g) but the status will still show as admin processing on the CEAC website. The status text of the refused for Administrative processing is different from the real refused case, without administrative processing. The processing time for a 221 (g) form is case-dependent. On March 5th, 2020, the US Department of State updated their website in a news alert that they have made the status-related text change to reflect the actual change, but does not really change the case information. if it is interview, then you must go to Delhi for sure. I submitted my H1 visa documents via dropbox in New Delhi on 15th Nov 2022 and 14 days later it was Refused for administrative processing. Thanks, why would that be the case, trying to better understand the system here. For example, if your full name is Nguyen Thi Thu Trang, please enter Thi Thu Trang in the First Name field and Nguyen in the Last Name field. For more information, please visit U.S. Consulate General Chennai. 3) The second time resubmitting, I wrote on the top of each document name in capital letters with a thick red marker. has sent H1Bs application to USCIS to confirm some more information like work location. We have picked a case that is still in Administrative processing from the past and how it used to look. Hi Sam Did the status changed now to issued ? hey AJP, did you have consular processing? Adeyinka, Do not worry, 221g can take time. Whats the update ?? The government will notify you that they need more processing after your interview with the consular officer. However, you are still allowed to provide the requested documents to receive approval on your application. If USCIS doesnt send the petition approval information to the U.S. Department of State promptly, it can slow the entire approval process. If it does not change after a week or 10 days, then reach out to the consulate. Nov 24 th received email, your passport is ready for pick up on CGI. I got the same issue. Was it a 221g or the Refused status was just an intermediate status? its 1st Feb 2023 and the status is still the same and no one from Consulate reached out asking for any additional documents nor they gave 221(g) slip. What happened next in your case? The text below the actual refused status on the CEAC website tells clearly that if you were given administrative processing, it will be continued to be processed and you will receive another update on the decision/adjudication once the process is complete. Even i got refusal for my daughter, I was given a 221g letter after my interview in April 21, that was 3 months ago. As discussed above, it is in line with the 221g sheet given to the applicant, when their case goes to Administrative processing. No additional documents asked and passport returned back By jabeeratsastra, November 11, 2014 in H1B : Visa Stamp Start new topic 1 2 Next Page 1 of 2 jabeeratsastra Members 4 Yesterday I checked CEAC webpage and the date last updated changed and also Im getting shorter text instead of long text that the webpage showed previously. It may have to do withthequalifications listed, the reason for the visit, or concerns related to the work. The first time we got reply that our application is under process and will be informed soon about the status. chid1989 January 27, 2017, 2:30pm #1. I wish I had the chance to go to an interview. The consular officer will either tell you that the . Hi this is Anunya even iam suffering with this issue. VO did not tell this to the person but instead, just issued a form 221(g) with no documents to submit. If you have questions, please submit an inquiry form at: https://vn.usembassy.gov/ivcontact. Hi, Im in similar situation . See below Refused Status with shorter text, before and after March 20th, 2020. and needs to conduct a background check. The Consulate looks at all the documentation provided by the candidate and the employer. Form 221g may be issued even if there are no extra documents required from you. The U.S. issues the pink slip to a visa applicant when the officer is suspicious of the information on the petition. If yes, Dis they reach you out via email or a call? Below, we'll explain the form 221 (g) in further detail, including typical reasons for refusal, processing times, and delays in the case. If urgent travel is required, the applicant may request for the passport to be returned temporarily and . You can learn more about collecting civil documents. During administrative processing, the consular post retains the applicant's passport. Thank you! Therefore, we recommend you check the appointment system periodically for availability. Meanwhile, did they return your passport back? Any updates will be appreciated. If its in administrative processing, how long can it take, and what if I need to travel somewhere else? SAM, No one knows this. Its been an year and we have already written to the Consulate regarding the same. The U.S. Department of State creates this list. Our passports were taken by the interviewing officer. Can I get it back at request? This was the third time renewing my visa with the same employer I had lost my passport about 9 years ago. Now I checked today and it is saying Refused. after one week I was asked for additional documents that I submitted in 3 days. Check the below screenshot, which tells the change in text. Can you please help me regarding this matter. If you were informed by the consular officer that your case was refused for administrative processing, your case will remain refused while undergoing such processing. What is form 221 (g)? There is no waiting period but be aware that if none of the original conditions have changed, you are likely to receive another denial. plz respond. Today, I received emails for passport collection of my husband and both kids. Lets first look at the common situation with 221g, where you would see Refused Status. Thanks, I have received Refused visa status after Dropbox appointment and status says as long text as, A U.S. consular officer has adjudicated and refused your visa application. | Additionally, suppose you have a common name listed on a watch list (even unrelated to you). You will be unable to enter the Consulate without having the OF-194 and the 221(g) Appointment Confirmation Page. i attended a interview for a US visa in london on the 7 October, 2022, I was given a 221g form at the end of the interview, upon checking the portal 2 days ago it now shows A U.S. consular officer has adjudicated and refused your visa application. If the US embassy is just verifying primary H1Bs credentials a little bit more or. My spouse dropped his documents for H4 on Nov 18,2022 and his previous visa was F1. How and when will the consulate contact me for documents? You may check the status of your application any time at the Department of States website. The State Department does not have any specific time limitations to give security clearances. Also how did you set up your interview? Administrative processing means clearance or approval is necessary from an agency in Washington, D.C., or a related agency. What do you suggest or think we should do in this scenario? I must say that attorney was really smart in this case and took a fast decision and really helped the candidate. DId you get an update on your case? Ed, Sorry to say and not discouraging here, but you will need another birth to understand that system. I submitted my doc on 2nd February got refused on 6 February. Should you not submit your documents in that one-year time frame, you will need to reapply for the visa and pay the application fee again. 4. You need to wait. Has your status changed yet? Take care. I think the visa officer didnt realize. So, nothing to panic about or worry about. You will receive another adjudication once such processing is complete. What does this mean ?. In this case, your application status will show as Administrative Processing even though the visa officer told you VISA APPROVED. This person had paid the fine for not declaring the food items that he was carrying from India. I havent yet received any email notification or request for further documentation. Hey any update on your visa. Please be advised, however, we do not control the pace or scope of this review. As soon as you have obtained ALL of the information and/or documents listed in the OF-194, please follow the step-by-step instructions below to schedule an appointment to return to the Consulate and submit the additional information and/or documents in person. The consulate issues the blue slip to a visa applicant when the consulate needs more supporting documentation. Please follow any instructions provided by the consular officer. Hello, did you get any updates?. If you are experiencing a hardship related to your immigration case, you should inform your lawyer and the consular office where you submitted your application. We live in Germany. If you choose that route, you would not necessarily need to withdraw your pending application. If your passport has been returned by a US visa officer after the interview and a form 221g was issued, then the chances are very high that your case processing will take at least 6 or more weeks. The consular officer who interviews you will tell you at the end of your interview if your case is being refused under 221 (g). Another common reason the U.S. will issue a 221g refusal is if Petition Information Management Service (PIMS) doesnt have your petition approval listed yet. Many users see the Refused status as an intermediate status as well. Please be advised that .. . I didnt get any updates on that yet. You can always check the status of your case by clicking here. 2) I had provided prior visas with the initial submission. Have you got any update or status change? We initially refuse most immigrant visa applicants under Section 221 (g) of the Immigration and Nationality Act. You work in Biotechnology, the Chemical field, or restricted Technologies. They should have marked what documents you need to submit, do it quickly because these could delay your process. When you check your US Visa Stamping Status online, there are some cases, where the online status on the CEAC website shows as Refused, even though the consular officer said after the interview that it was approved. Hi KUMAR I applied for us visa and i went for my interview on the 16th September and my visa was approved and my passport collected. I also had a printout with my hourly wages and FTE first time iIsubmitted which the VFS clerk did not take. You can check the Official Travel.State.Gov Press Release for CEAC Change. she just told us they need to remove a hit on my name and it's been 6 weeks. Is it possible that the consular approved it for me and regretted it? Than you. You dont need an appointment. Did any experience a similar situation where no further documents have been requested but the status still says Refused or Administrative processing? So wondering if there is any official US embassy email that i can write to? It includes areas where it wants to limit the transfer of technology, goods, and sensitive information to prevent the spread of weapons of mass destruction and certain U.S. technologies. See the below screenshots of sample 221(g) forms issued by US Consulates: So, technically, it was refused and the online status now on the CEAC website now reflects the same. One of the steps in the process involves attending a visa interview at the U.S. consulate or embassy in the home country. 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