Originally Posted by Greg187

I still haven’t heard anything. I checked my case today and it was last updated on the 15th August 2024.

My refusal was based on a conviction which was over 10 years ago now. But I also think they queried my mental health due to disclosing a mental health condition, that also had to be disclosed, but the medical board said they had no concerns.

I am slightly worried as the dates I put on my initial DS160 have now passed. The dates would have been over the initial 9 month waiting time. But they have now passed.

When I had the meeting I was only there a couple of minutes but I showed proof of a family holiday, flight tickets (which where flexible dates, so I was able to change the dates) as well as proof of employment etc.

After the meeting I had, I got called and asked to return as the officer forgot to scan something and her manager was helping, and they said, this step would speed the process - not sure what part it helped….

but I am just waiting now :/ I am not holding hope, based on the fact the initial dates have passed on the DS160, bit who knows.

Originally Posted by Greg187

I still haven’t heard anything. I checked my case today and it was last updated on the 15th August 2024.

My refusal was based on a conviction which was over 10 years ago now. But I also think they queried my mental health due to disclosing a mental health condition, that also had to be disclosed, but the medical board said they had no concerns.

I am slightly worried as the dates I put on my initial DS160 have now passed. The dates would have been over the initial 9 month waiting time. But they have now passed.

When I had the meeting I was only there a couple of minutes but I showed proof of a family holiday, flight tickets (which where flexible dates, so I was able to change the dates) as well as proof of employment etc.

After the meeting I had, I got called and asked to return as the officer forgot to scan something and her manager was helping, and they said, this step would speed the process - not sure what part it helped….

but I am just waiting now :/ I am not holding hope, based on the fact the initial dates have passed on the DS160, bit who knows.

Originally Posted by NiH

Lurked for a few weeks while finding my feet. Can I be added to the spreadsheet ?

father had his interview in London 6th September 2024. Not his first waiver - we’ve been traveling to the states since the 90’s

this is by far the longest time we’ve waited. Were due to travel on 2nd August - obviously unlikely now and sad we’ll have to go without him. just frustrating given the process began in March 2024.

Originally Posted by NiH

Lurked for a few weeks while finding my feet. Can I be added to the spreadsheet ?

father had his interview in London 6th September 2024. Not his first waiver - we’ve been traveling to the states since the 90’s

this is by far the longest time we’ve waited. Were due to travel on 2nd August - obviously unlikely now and sad we’ll have to go without him. just frustrating given the process began in March 2024.

Originally Posted by joolsjools

Welcome and delighted you have joined us here. 6th September 2024 seems to have been a popular date as you're number 5 in our sheet on that date.

Hoping that you all come in sooner rather than later.

Do keep us updated if and when you get news.

jools

P.S. if I could ask, how did you find your way to this forum? One of the FB postings or elsewhere?

Originally Posted by NiH

it was via Googling waiver of ineligibility but have since seen you active on the Orlando Brits group

Originally Posted by joolsjools

Sadly we may never know whether @jackotekk received their passport back with a visa or not. I have sent a personal message a few times with no response, so all we know for sure is that they got the email to send their passport in. Hence we assume waiver granted, but no idea if visa subsequently issued or not.

If you are still here jackotekk , do let us know...

jools

Originally Posted by jackotekk

Apologies for the radio silence.

Due to business travel commitments I had to request withdrawal of my passport from the embassy. When I picked it up, unfortunately it came with a notice that a VISA could not be issued at this time and that I have to restart the process if I want a VISA. For those conisdering this due to similar reasons, it may be useful to know that I received the email that passport was available to pick up 2 working days after making the withdrawal request.

I assume they took the opportunity to quickly clear out the backlog but it's possible that it was part of the processing - although I doubt it's the case due to the timing with the withdrawal request and having had a VISA issued previously. I've since learnt about second passports which I will be sure to have the next time I apply.

For record completeness: I made the withdrawl request on June 12th (7 weeks after dropping my passport off for visa issuance) and received the passport back on the 16th June (No VISA issued)

Originally Posted by Ninjabreadman

Has the wait for the waiver of non ineligibility increased I had my interview and was recommended on the 4th of October 24 but I’ve still not heard anything back they said it will take 6-9 months.