US visa history question

[rube0414]

In my spousal PR application, I answered 'no' to the question regarding whether I've ever been refused a visa. I have a US visa which was initially placed under 221(g) administrative processing and ultimately approved. It was all in the same visa application. I believe I answered the question truthfully as the visa was not refused or denied. Now I'm not sure whether this "administrative processing" is considered a "refusal" by IRCC?

 

[deltaV]

As per my knowledge, it is not considered as refusal. The application was subsequently approved after administrative processing. I was in the same situation too.

 

[rube0414]

As per my knowledge, it is not considered as refusal. The application was subsequently approved after administrative processing. I was in the same situation too.

Thanks! To confirm you said 'no' to the visa refusal history question and had no problems with the PR application?

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[April1990]

Technically, yes, IRCC (and the U.S. Department of State) considers a 221(g) notice a refusal, even if the visa was later approved.
To avoid a potential "misrepresentation" flag, you should:
Submit an IRCC Web Form immediately.
Explain that you answered "no" in good faith because the visa was ultimately granted, but you wish to disclose the initial 221(g) administrative processing.
Provide the details of the U.S. application (date and location).
Being proactive is the best way to ensure this doesn't impact your spousal PR application

https://travel.state.gov/content/tr...es/administrative-processing-information.html