Got the Security Clearance
I got the security clearance back in September 2004. As a recap, i applied for the H-1 visa from the Toronto consulate on March 29th 2004. Since i am a citizen of Pakistan, a security clearance was required. I got the security clearance on 2nd Sept 2004 (after 5 months).
I think the main reason i was not getting the security clearance was that i did not report my departure.
Several agencies are involved in the security clearance procedure and Border and Customs is one of them.
I think they were holding up the clearance.
While i was stuck in Canada i accidently got the oppurtunity to report my departure to the US Borders and Customs authority. And within like 7 days i got the security clearance.
For people who are stuck here are some number that might be of help.
FBI: 202-324-3000; 202-324-3625; fax # 202-324-3367
CIA: 703-482-0623 press for Public Affairs
FBI: DIANE BERGER 202-324-1584, 202-324-3625
DOS: only numbers, 202-663-1225, 202-663-1541
Joyce Turner: 202-663-1210 (Got her number by calling Maura Harty's number 202-647-9576)
maura harty :
hartyma@state.gov
legalnet@state.gov
2026631225
Visa Public Office