5 year Waiver - reapplication. Different form the one I posted 2 hours ago.

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10/26/2022, 11:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/21/2022, 09:28 AM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/15/2022, 04:02 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/15/2022, 03:59 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
7/15/2022, 03:40 PM EDT : Application Created

5 YEAR WAIVER - RE-APPLICATION

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10/27/2022, 10:00 AM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/18/2022, 11:00 AM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
6/29/2022, 05:21 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
6/29/2022, 05:20 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/8/2022, 09:32 AM EDT : Application Created

5 year waiver - First waiver.

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10/26/2022, 11:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/21/2022, 08:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/12/2022, 01:38 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/12/2022, 01:36 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
7/7/2022, 10:24 AM EDT : Application Created

For comparison sake here are my last 8 all in one place

1 year waiver

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9/30/2022, 11:00 AM EDT : Status changed to Completed
9/29/2022, 02:04 PM EDT : Status changed to Request for More Information Response
7/27/2022, 01:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Request for More Information
4/27/2022, 05:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
4/25/2022, 09:38 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
4/25/2022, 09:37 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
4/14/2022, 02:13 PM EDT : Application Created

SEPTEMBER LETTER

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9/30/2022, 01:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
6/6/2022, 04:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
5/18/2022, 02:47 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
5/18/2022, 02:43 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
4/20/2022, 09:54 AM EDT : Application Created

1 year waiver.
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10/5/2022, 07:30 AM EDT : Status changed to Completed
6/29/2022, 02:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
6/27/2022, 12:53 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
6/27/2022, 12:47 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/20/2022, 03:02 PM EDT : Application Created

1 year waiver

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9/29/2022, 11:30 AM EDT : Status changed to Completed
6/18/2022, 01:03 AM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
2/25/2022, 02:51 PM EST : Status changed to Paid
1/21/2022, 09:45 AM EST : Status changed to Signed
1/18/2022, 09:45 AM EST : Application Created
1 YEAR WAIVER

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10/18/2022, 01:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
10/17/2022, 03:05 PM EDT : Status changed to Request for More Information Response
10/6/2022, 08:30 AM EDT : Status changed to Request for More Information
7/5/2022, 02:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
6/29/2022, 03:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
6/29/2022, 03:27 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/9/2022, 09:35 AM EDT : Application Created

5 year waiver

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10/24/2022, 08:00 AM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/12/2022, 02:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/11/2022, 10:34 AM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/11/2022, 10:30 AM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/24/2022, 10:39 AM EDT : Application Created

1 year WAIVER
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10/24/2022, 03:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/14/2022, 09:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/7/2022, 05:20 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/7/2022, 05:13 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
3/29/2022, 01:34 PM EDT : Application Created

5 year waiver
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10/26/2022, 02:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/11/2022, 07:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/7/2022, 10:58 AM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/7/2022, 10:56 AM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/21/2022, 10:43 AM EDT : Application Created

5 year waiver, - reapplication, he had a 1 year last year.

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10/26/2022, 02:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/11/2022, 07:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/7/2022, 10:58 AM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/7/2022, 10:56 AM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/21/2022, 10:43 AM EDT : Application Created

@Magnus

DNA collection at this point could only be used to solve cases where DNA is evident, like sexual assault. Refusing the DNA? I have no idea what would happen but they are only doing to a few clients, although I don't have exact figures I would say 1 out of 10 report it to me. Not everyone calls me afterwards though, so perhaps the number could be higher.

Concerning biometrics does anyone know what happens if you refuse the DNA swab since it’s my understanding, from the reading I’ve done, that it’s not always necessary and really is a grey area in terms of the legality of them requesting it and it seems to not be requested from everyone getting biometrics.

Anybody here have any idea what happens in this instance? Do they just refuse to process your application?

@Magnus

In most cases, yes. But there are exceptions. The problem is to have something in writing. So you apply for a waiver, if they want, they can give you a SEPTEMBER LETTER, and then you no longer have to re-apply.

Sometimes I get clients who are given conflicting information. I send them to Niagara Falls. They make it clear they are there to simply ask for information, not to enter. Usually it is made clear if they need a waiver or not.

@BM
If one is banned for an overstay and the terms of the ban are over (3 year ban, 10 year ban, etc.) do you suppose one needs to get waivers after that time period of the ban has expired since having an overstay isn’t a criminal matter?

Perhaps @J Rogers could give some input on this as well.

@sr

I would think so. If you’re inadmissible, you’re statutorily ineligible to enter the US. For life.

A waiver “waives” this ineligibility for a period of time. You’ll need to have your inadmissibility waived before you’re considered for any kind of visa.

Hey @W. I'm not sure which approach is best. My lawyer suggested me to apply for the waiver first.

@AAA
Fingers crossed you get a response any day! If I were you I'd inquire by email... perhaps your application was lost in the shuffle.

@J Rogers
Good News!! ...
10/24/2022, 01:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed <-- 1st time Waiver/ 1yr approved
7/7/2022, 08:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
6/4/2022, 09:41 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
6/4/2022, 09:37 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/4/2022, 06:26 PM EDT : Application Created

1 year WAIVER First time applicant.

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10/24/2022, 03:00 PM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/14/2022, 09:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/7/2022, 05:20 PM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/7/2022, 05:13 PM EDT : Status changed to Signed
3/29/2022, 01:34 PM EDT : Application Created

5 year waiver He is a re-application.

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10/24/2022, 08:00 AM EDT : Status changed to Completed
7/12/2022, 02:30 PM EDT : Status changed to Submitted to ARO
7/11/2022, 10:34 AM EDT : Status changed to Paid
7/11/2022, 10:30 AM EDT : Status changed to Signed
6/24/2022, 10:39 AM EDT : Application Created

@Malik this response is self-explanatory.

Hi J.Rogers what is the meaning of is being processed I got reply from ARO if you can tell thanks.

@JMarie - I still have not heard back and I have not inquired. I'm disappointed because I feel my case is very straightforward and I keep seeing July waivers being approved when I submitted my biometrics on June 30th. I was denied entry in March 2020 due to a criminal conviction that occurred more than 25 years ago - possession of stolen property over $5000. I was an occupant of a stolen vehicle and was basically just out for a joy ride. I then breached probation because I didn't complete my community hours in time. Since then, I have completely rehabbed and live a very normal life with a great job and family. When I was denied entry the border guard assured me the waiver would be easy for me to obtain. I'm just anxious to have this over with and approved and I'm curious what time frame they will approve me for. I'm glad this forum exists to see other people's stories and see the timeframe they are working on!

@LKand Thanks again! :-)
@sr Please check your email.

Does anyone know if there’s a specific criteria used when you go for biometrics as to whether they decide to take your DNA sample or not?

I’m in the same position @sr @skumar - I’m wondering whether I should apply for the work visa or the waiver first?