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K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplease very urgent

please i need your help here. 3 weeks ago my wife recieved I-797C NOTICE OF ACTION OF ACTION With the Receipt number after she sent the I-130 for spouse visa . does that I-797C NTICE OF ACTION means NOA1 or what please ????? what we have to do after getting that I-797C NTICE OF ACTION???? please i appreciate all ur responses


If your petition really went to Vermont you are one of the lucky ones, as those folks kick butt when it comes to processing petitions! :jest:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-27 15:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresplease very urgent

thanks Riblet for your reply you said that means everything is OK . WHAT is next then ? what shall i do ?


:secret: Relax. Drink a beer. Watch some TV.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-27 15:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI'm confused

Panthr

As YuAndDan stated, background/security checks are done at all stages. At USCIS this can include checks not only on the beneficiary, but also the petitioner and anyone connected to the case including a lawyer. At NVC and consulate stage (these stages are intertwined), the focus is on the beneficiary. How long it takes is dependant on any name hits, information contained in the application form, country of the beneficiary including any political unrest etc etc. There was a post (now gone) in the immigration news forum, that those from China were being targeted for closer scrutiny. The post was from a guy that was once an NVC officer that supposedly had inside information. This was a little while back and may not apply now.


Hmmm, I always had YOU pegged as a government agent. :ph34r:

Edited by garya505, 27 November 2006 - 05:17 PM.

garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-27 17:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresQuestion

In the View My Timeline feature on this site.
Where it states your I 129F may be adjudicated as early as Jan 11 2007.
Does that mean everything my interview and the Fiance' Visa in my hands
Exactly what does that date mean

Thanks Allie


It's just an estimate, and not a very good one at that. :protest:

Just ignore it and read the forums. :reading:

And get used to waiting. :clock:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-30 16:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance for a 17 years old..



No, I responded because of your obviously prejudiced statements about the 16-year-old "molestee" and the 50-year-old-guy, and the "50-year-olds in relationships with underage girls", and "underage Filipina" remarks.

Because it's not your preference, you'd like to characterize any relationship with an age gap outside of your acceptable 5-year limit as sick and perverted.
OK, whatever.


If your wife is under 18, I'm talking about you. If she's over 18, I'm not. Reading comprehension, people.


Hmmm, I think it must be you with the reading comprehension problem since the legal age for marriage in the RP is 18. :lol:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-28 02:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance for a 17 years old..




So, in your opinion what is an acceptable age difference? 10 years, 15 years, 20 years? What is the minimum age of woman you would find acceptable for a 50-year-old man? What is the maximum age of a man you would consider acceptable for a 18-year-old woman? Does your acceptable age difference depend on the woman's age? What if she is 21, or 25, or 30, then what would you find acceptble?


I find the minimum age acceptable for a 50 year old man to be 18 years or whatever feels right to the two people as long as she is an adult and able to make her own decision.

I find the minimum age acceptable for ME to be with a 50 year old man to be about 45. Because I am not attracted to older men. But that's just me. Not everyone.

You're just getting sensitive because you're older and dating someone younger. You didn't read what I said before you flew off the handle.

:ot2:


No, I responded because of your obviously prejudiced statements about the 16-year-old "molestee" and the 50-year-old-guy, and the "50-year-olds in relationships with underage girls", and "underage Filipina" remarks.

Because it's not your preference, you'd like to characterize any relationship with an age gap outside of your acceptable 5-year limit as sick and perverted.
OK, whatever.

Edited by garya505, 28 November 2006 - 02:04 AM.

garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-28 02:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance for a 17 years old..



I don't really think we need to tell them that it's not appropriate for them to get married. Different cultural norms and whatnot. They didn't come here to be told how to live their lives. Now when it's a 50 year old guy asking how he can marry his 16-year-old Filipina molestee, THAT'S when I start voicing my opinion a little louder.


Your ignorance and prejudice is showing. :bonk:

Under Philippine law, the legal age for marriage is 18. If the contracting parties are between the ages of 18 and 21, they must present written consent to the marriage from their father, mother or legal guardian.

http://www.gov.ph/faqs/marriage.asp


Yes, call me crazy, I'm prejudiced against 50-year-olds in relationships with underage girls. You obviously don't know what I'm talking about; people come on this board asking how they can marry their underage Filipina every few months.
If you want to have a consenting relationship between a 50-year-old and an 18-year-old Filipina, that's not my business. Sure I find the idea of sleeping with someone 2.5 times my age revolting, but that's just me and I understand that.


So, in your opinion what is an acceptable age difference? 10 years, 15 years, 20 years? What is the minimum age of woman you would find acceptable for a 50-year-old man? What is the maximum age of a man you would consider acceptable for a 18-year-old woman? Does your acceptable age difference depend on the woman's age? What if she is 21, or 25, or 30, then what would you find acceptble?
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-27 22:37:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance for a 17 years old..

I don't really think we need to tell them that it's not appropriate for them to get married. Different cultural norms and whatnot. They didn't come here to be told how to live their lives. Now when it's a 50 year old guy asking how he can marry his 16-year-old Filipina molestee, THAT'S when I start voicing my opinion a little louder.


Your ignorance and prejudice is showing. :bonk:

Under Philippine law, the legal age for marriage is 18. If the contracting parties are between the ages of 18 and 21, they must present written consent to the marriage from their father, mother or legal guardian.

http://www.gov.ph/faqs/marriage.asp
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-11-27 22:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat I Learned About Evidence


And the rumor is that over-documentation (with a bunch of stuff that can be faked) can be a red flag for fraud.




I think it depends on what you are sending. My approach to it was I'm going to make the best presentation that this is a legitimate relationship. Jinky gave me copies of doctorate diploma, her Philippines driver's license and her social security card. I also sent copies of every page of my passport in addition to a copy of my birth certificate. I sent maybe 2 cards Jinky mailed me, but no phone call logs or emails.


Yah, I would think call logs and emails would be easy to fake. :whistle:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-01 15:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat I Learned About Evidence
I intend to bring lots of supporting evidence to the interview. Whatever they ask for we will have, and more.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-01 15:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresWhat I Learned About Evidence
And the rumor is that over-documentation (with a bunch of stuff that can be faked) can be a red flag for fraud.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-01 14:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow to get to talk to someone at CSC about status

ok i've tried calling the CSC to check on the status of the case but i can never get through to a person. does anyone have the phone number and maybe i've just not been using the correct one to get through and talk to a person? i'd really appreciate it. thanks


You're better off just creating a login on www.uscis.gov and checking there for updates.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-04 19:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresCancelling Petition

I can explain what happened, I'm not feeling happy about it but I'll make it fine, I've lived through worse. After almost a year of assuring me that he wanted to come, he informed me a couple of days ago that he had a pregnant girlfriend who he's very happy with?? Funny, because a couple days before that, he was finishing his paperwork and physical for the interview that was scheduled for Dec. 6. However, in whatever the situation is, he has not been honest with me and that's really all I need to know. Being apart for a long time, anything can happen.


Well at least you can be thankful you found out before you married him. Now you can move on and find someone better. I know of a case where a foreign fiancee of a man in the US went back with a former boyfriend in her country, got pregnant, and had an abortion one week before coming to the US. Now that's scary.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-04 18:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance's birth certificate & I-129F
Also, make sure it is an NSO BC on NSO security paper.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-05 02:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresFiance's birth certificate & I-129F
I agree it's better to send it. For one, by getting the BC you will make sure that the beneficiary has one! Also, it will help make sure the spelling of the beneficiary's name and the birthday is correct on your forms. My lawyer recommended it, I didn't understand why, but I agree.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-04 23:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarrying my Fiancee without getting a K-a Visa

Hi,

I apologize if this topic has already been asked, but I just don't have the time to sift through all of these forum topics, and I just want a simple question answered.

I am from Indiana, and my fiancée is from England. Is it absolutely necessary to go through all of the filing process for the K-1 visa or could we just get married when she is over here on "holiday" and not risk her getting kicked out of the country? We have been together for 1.5 years now. I have 1 more semester left in school then we want to move out to Colorado where I have accepted a job. I can't stand the thought of her being denied the Visa and just being stuck apart for another undetermined amount of time.

I appreciate all advice.


Drake


You're looking for an easy way, and you want the nice people here who are doing it legally (the hard way) to help you? :lol:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-05 19:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?

I think some people have gotten off of the real topic of "How much will this cost". I hired an attorney, spent 3 months with my fiancee last year, and am now staying another 6 months with her in the Philippines. I hope to bring her back with me in April. If not, then I will go back to get her when her visa is approved. I am by no means "rich", but money is only money and true love is priceless. There are a lot of married couples who don't have a lot of money, but are still in love with each other. I have been single for along time and and I don't want to grow old by myself. I think the "money" I have spent is well worth the outcome. If you really love someone, you will find a way to make it last even if you don't have a lot of money.


I agree completely. Now I make jokes about how much money I've spent and I don't care. If I didn't know myself I would think I was crazy. :help:

BTW, our NOA1 and NOA2 dates are the same and our dates of receipt at the USE are within 1 week.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-06 19:44:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?

Ok, Gary, you told me I was being judgemental and biased when I said people who want to marry their 16-year-old girlfriend (and yes, we all know you can't) are Effed up. I'm referring to your own words.


Nice try. Actually I said you were ignornant and prejudiced because you brought the scenario of the 50-year-old guy and a 16-year-old Filipina into a discussion about two 17-year-olds wanting to get married. Your obsession with this scenario shows you obviously have a problem with age differences, and it would appear, are prejudiced against older guys and younger Filipinas as well.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-06 19:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?

PS: And actually I like to think of it as me being a mail order husband, but your bias is noted (and not surprising).


Oops, I guess I *do* have a bias toward real relationships... based in reality. Silly me! You got me, Gary!


So how would you define a "real" relationship then? Is it defined by the way they initially meet? Or how about the length of time they have been together in person? What exactly are the qualifications? Be careful, you could disqualify half the people on this web site if you're not careful. :lol:

My suspicion is that you can't give a definition because you don't really have one, you just have some idea of what a "real" relationship is in your mind.


Gee Gary, I looked up "real relationship" in the OED and there wasn't anything. I guess opinions *are* "some idea...in your mind." </sarcasm>

Yeah, I know we differ on what we think a real relationship is. You think it's ok for a hypothetical 16-year-old girl to date a 50-year-old man. Since your idea of a relationship includes that scenario, I won't even begin describing what I think it is.


Actually, it would take a lot to convince me that a relationship between a 16-year-old girl and 50-year-old man is genuine and would last. The same would be true for a relationship between a 16-year-old boy and 50-year-old woman.

You seem to be obsessed with the 16-year-old girl and 50-year-old man scenario, as you keep bringing that up regardless of the topic. I think there is professional help available for that sort of problem. :lol:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-06 18:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?

PS: And actually I like to think of it as me being a mail order husband, but your bias is noted (and not surprising).


Oops, I guess I *do* have a bias toward real relationships... based in reality. Silly me! You got me, Gary!


So how would you define a "real" relationship then? Is it defined by the way they initially meet? Or how about the length of time they have been together in person? What exactly are the qualifications? Be careful, you could disqualify half the people on this web site if you're not careful. :lol:

My suspicion is that you can't give a definition because you don't really have one, you just have some idea of what a "real" relationship is in your mind.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-06 18:19:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?


Don't listen to anyone who says "if you have to ask, you can't afford it." This country is not based on that kind of thinking and as of 2006 the reality is that this process can be affordable.

Necessary expenses: K1 (currently $170)
Medical exam and interview expenses (a few hundred dollars completely depending on what beneficiary's insurance covers and what country you're in)

Then there are travel expenses. (Beneficiary to interview location, then to U.S.)

AOS will cost at least $500.

But there are two people paying here, and the expenses are spread out over time.


And the travel expenses to meet your fiance(e) within 2 years of filing.

If you think anyone can do this because "This country is not based on that kind of thinking" you're not living in the real world.



Oops, sorry Gary, I assumed we weren't talking about mail-order brides, and that you've already met the person if you're marrying them. You're right, maybe the OP did order a mail-order bride. :)


Well, regardless of how you meet, you still have to meet within 2 years for a K1 and you still have to meet to get married for a K3. Of course if you happen to "accidently" meet on a tourist or work VISA and you really didn't know each other before you met in person, then you don't have an additional cost for travel. :whistle:

PS: And actually I like to think of it as me being a mail order husband, but your bias is noted (and not surprizing).
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-06 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?

I figure by the time we get done it will be $15000 to $20000.

Wow....... mail-order brides sure are expensive.


Ya, and you wouldn't believe the cost of mailing a 110 lb woman! :lol:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-06 16:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?

Don't listen to anyone who says "if you have to ask, you can't afford it." This country is not based on that kind of thinking and as of 2006 the reality is that this process can be affordable.

Necessary expenses: K1 (currently $170)
Medical exam and interview expenses (a few hundred dollars completely depending on what beneficiary's insurance covers and what country you're in)

Then there are travel expenses. (Beneficiary to interview location, then to U.S.)

AOS will cost at least $500.

But there are two people paying here, and the expenses are spread out over time.


And the travel expenses to meet your fiance(e) within 2 years of filing.

If you think anyone can do this because "This country is not based on that kind of thinking" you're not living in the real world.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-05 18:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?


I-129f - $170
Visa application - $100
I-485 (AOS) - $325
Biometrics - $70
I-765 (EAD) - $180

A lifetime with your soulmate - PRICELESS


In my own case, I cross out the EAD since we won't be doing that, but add on the cost of the medical exam. So for us it's...

Visits - $2250
I-129f - $170
Visa application - $100
Medical Exam - $200
I-485 (AOS) - $325
Biometrics - $70
Final Trip to the US - $650 minimum

That's probably going to push $4000 easily...


Wow you got off easy! :lol:
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-05 16:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?
When asking "what will it cost" we have to qualify that. We have:
- The cost of trips to visit fiance(e), and how many trips?
- The actual costs for the K1 VISA?
- Travel costs for fiance(e) to travel to the US?
- The additional costs of immigration (AOS, etc.)?

We shouldn't include normal costs of engagement ring, wedding or honeymoon as those apply in any engagement and marriage.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-05 16:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresHow much is this all going to cost us?
I figure by the time we get done it will be $15000 to $20000.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-05 16:15:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresis the beneficiary's birth certificate should be included at the k1 packet?

I was just browsing and saw few couples got RFE cuz they didnt send the beneficiary's birth certificate and I dont think we included mine when we sent it, smells like RFE for us?


Yeah, im worried about the same thing. We sent off our I-129 packet with only my birth certifiate (petitioner) and not my beneficiary's birth-certificate. It didn't ask for it! I'm worried now that we will get an RFE. :blink: Fingers crossed that we don't.



Same with us,our lawyer didn't say about Intent to Marry so we didn't sent it and our pictures have no date printed on it...but we have nothing to do as of now but to wait right? just hoping no RFE good luck to everyone.


Geez, your lawyer is a loser. A missing Statement Of Intent almost means an RFE for sure.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-11 12:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Proceduresis the beneficiary's birth certificate should be included at the k1 packet?
As we have discussed before, sometimes USCIS will issue an RFE for the beneficiaries BC even though technically it's not required with the I-129f. Also, it's a good idea to get it at this time anyway as you need to make sure you have the name exactly right on the docs and it matches the BC. We've seen lots of problems with mispelled names, corrections, etc. It's better to get the name straight right from the get-go.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2006-12-10 20:01:00
PhilippinesUSC going to USEM for the interview .. how fast can you get the visa
QUOTE (EddieandChe @ Jan 31 2008, 05:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (BJZags @ Jan 31 2008, 05:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Going to the USEM might help with the visa pick-up thing, but I still doubt whether presence of the USC at the interview helps out any with the actually approval of the visa itself.

I have to agree with you.I was told by my lawyer to not go to the interview.He said it would just complicate things.
I had already made plans to go to the interview with my fiance ,but now I am not sure.But of course she wants me to go!
Hmm...what to do !....well i can answer that ...if she says go then i go !


It doesn't complicate anything. I had a lawyer help me with the initial petition and she recommended I go. It's a big plus if you go, and you are demonstrating your commitment to yor fiancee. A lot of the women there are nervous and make mistakes.

I don't see any downside to going, except the cost, and of course if there is a delay in the VISA approval it might mess up your travel plans.


QUOTE (Roserick @ Feb 1 2008, 09:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ Feb 1 2008, 10:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Your presence during the interview is not going to complicate anything. As a matter of fact, it can show a strong proof of a bona fide relationship. Most of the time, the CO asks the petitioner some questions too. I even met a couple during my interview and it was the petitioner who answered all the questions because the applicant got so nervous and tongue-tied to speak. It's comforting for the applicant to have the presence of his/her petitioner/fiance(e).

--Mae



Is the petitioner Obligated to answer the question the CO Ask?


Only if you want the VISA approved. laughing.gif
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-01 12:11:00
PhilippinesUSC going to USEM for the interview .. how fast can you get the visa
QUOTE (BJZags @ Jan 31 2008, 03:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Going to the USEM might help with the visa pick-up thing, but I still doubt whether presence of the USC at the interview helps out any with the actually approval of the visa itself.


I disagree. If the CO knows you are there it is good evidence of an ongoing genuine relationship.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-01 12:04:00
PhilippinesUSC going to USEM for the interview .. how fast can you get the visa
Going there for the interview increases the chance of getting approval for VISA pick-up, if you present a written request to the CO. However, you're probably looking at 2 or 3 business days after the interview for the VISA to be ready, IF they approve pick-up. We got it in 2 days. They don't work on weekends.

Edited by garya505, 31 January 2008 - 05:16 PM.

garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-01-31 17:15:00
Philippinesideas on how to arrange photos
QUOTE (mirazalea @ Feb 6 2008, 12:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I want to know some ideas and suggestions on how to organize photos of me & fiance together for my interview. How many photos I should bring and how to organize them?Should I put them in an album or paste them one by one in bond paper and place them in a folder? Your ideas are greatly appreciated.Thanks!


When we were there the prescreener looked at several but she only asked for 2 photos of us together for the CO. It's probably better if they are removable from whatever you put them in.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-06 02:17:00
PhilippinesFlying to Manila for Fiance Interview
QUOTE (Frank+Jocelyn @ Jan 25 2008, 03:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm going to my girl's interview on March 13 and I'm going to take the risk and have return tickets for March 22. I have to go back to work then no matter what. If I have to change her flight it will cost $200. The flight is Northwest flight 72, which many of you have probably been on.


You could take a politely worded letter requesting VISA pick-up at the embassy. Explain that you traveled there to help her with the move and she will be returning to the US with you, assuming the VISA is issued, on March 22. Present this letter to the CO at interview.

I was so nervous at the interview that I forgot to give my written request to the CO. We presented it at the window and (after a short argument with the guy at the window) they took it back to the CO. I could see the CO smile and laugh when he read it, and then give his permission to the window guy.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-01-25 18:23:00
PhilippinesFlying to Manila for Fiance Interview
QUOTE (ILoveJoy @ Jan 25 2008, 09:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Longwait2 @ Jan 25 2008, 09:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Base on experience, If the consul will refuse to accept your letter requesting for visa pick up..Try to ask the lady/guy at window37/38(releasing window)..Pinktulips tried that and for a couple of minutes waiting, The consul who refused at first finally granted her request! She got her visa after 2-3 days!Good luck guys!!!

Cherry&John


From everything I have heard, they are much more likely to approve visa pickup if the US citizen accompanies his fiancee to the interview. In fact, I have not heard of one instance when the USC was with the fiancee and the CO refused a request to pickup the visa. Correct me if I am wrong.

Marc


Yes you are wrong. While most of the time they will approve the request if the USC fiance is there, I know at least one couple who had their request for pick-up denied.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-01-25 13:59:00
PhilippinesFlying to Manila for Fiance Interview
QUOTE (Jartu63 @ Jan 25 2008, 06:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I plan on flying down to Be with my fiance for her interview...anybody else doing the same?

I have one question...if I Fly down on a round trip ticket how do I make sure I am able to fly back with my fiance on the trip back?


I went in February and bought one-way tickets for everything so the return flights could be booked together. We allowed about 11 days after the interview for VISA delivery, but then were able to pick it up in 2 days. Of course if you try something like I did and she gets put on AR you are screwed.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-01-25 13:56:00
PhilippinesWhat's next after arrival to US?
Apply for your SSN 2 weeks after arrival. Change your name on your SSN anytime after you get your marriage certificate.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-08 00:52:00
PhilippinesDenied today, worst day of my life
QUOTE (vsmtghdy @ Sep 4 2007, 05:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Shabu - methampethamine is illegal in the Philippines and even just a possession of 1-gram if caught can put you in jail for years and not just rehab. And it have more complications and far worst than marijuana or cocaine.

Panel Physicians (SLEC or even in other countries) cannot deny an applicant based on the medical results. That is written in the Technical Instructions for Panel Physicians. All they can do is put remarks about their findings (Category A, B then put remarks like will need further evaluation in the US or will continue treatment/rehab in the US/upon arrival - if the case is medical or psychological in nature). In cases of drugs and highly communicable disease (those written as reasons for visa ineligibility), panel physicians can just place their remarks/findings and it is up to the CO/Adjudicator to give the applicant the good or bad news.

Here's the site for Classes of Aliens Ineligible for a Visa and Waiver of Ineligibility from the NVC website:
http://travel.state....ities_1364.html

Good Luck!


SLEC is the front line for the US Embassy. They're not just doing a medical exam, they're checking you out and can effectively cause a denial with what they report to the Embassy. My wife worked in a meat shop and had a few small cuts on her hands and arms from slipping with the knife when she cut meat. The SLEC doc was asking her about it but she didn't understand why. I told her they were just wanting to know if she was suicidal. One of my wife's co-workers applied for a K-1 and lied about having children. The doc was very curious why she had stretch marks if she didn't have any kids. We'll find out today if she got busted at the Embassy.
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-08 13:56:00
PhilippinesDenied today, worst day of my life
This is your brain on drugs girlwerewolf2xn.gif
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2007-09-05 10:16:00
PhilippinesMemoirs of a USC (Feb 7th interview and approval)
QUOTE (LuzyC @ Feb 7 2008, 06:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (doug & angel @ Feb 7 2008, 06:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
First the good news, we are approved.

Congratulations! kicking.gif


Nice avatar photo Luz! helpsmilie.gif
garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-07 21:06:00
PhilippinesMemoirs of a USC (Feb 7th interview and approval)
Very funny story, and brings back memories from last February. I'll never forget the girl who lost her numbered ticket and had a bunch of people in there trying to help her find it. We were lucky and didn't have to leave for lunch, and got out of there about 1:30PM.

It's good to hear everything went well at the interview, and your written request for VISA pick-up worked. BTW, my wife's cousin was there Feb 7 too, but we haven't heard yet how it went for her.

Edited by garya505, 07 February 2008 - 07:41 PM.

garya505Not TellingPhilippines2008-02-07 19:38:00