Recent content by templeton

Sorry for reviving a very old thread. I've had some people in similar situations PM me over the past few years hoping to find out if I had any trouble with the visa process because of this problem. I figured I'd just write an update here to serve anyone else in the future. Long story short, it...

That's a good suggestion should other avenues fail. Thanks! The reality is that the consulate interviewer may not even have any idea what NES 5(F) even means. He or she may not even care to look at the papers. But I certainly don't want to take any chances with something so important to me on...

Thank you all for the information. I'm very glad I found these forums. Though I'm not likely to re-enlist, I would just like the record to be accurate. Who knows when it might become pertinent again (or still will be an issue during the US consulate come interview time)? I guess I'll try the...

Okay, thank you for the clarification. I had searched and read several other threads where it talked like a 5(f) was as bad as it gets, and there would be all sorts of consequences in future life. At least I feel a little better now knowing that it technically still counts as an Honorable...

Hi folks, This is my first post, and I'm sorry for not making a proper intro but I'm in a bit of a panic. 15 years ago (approx age 22) I voluntary released from my reserve unit. I was a Leading Seaman at the time, and left for no other reason than simple scheduling conflicts with a new career...