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PhilippinesMed Exam Passed
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QUOTE (Ginalisa @ Sep 27 2009, 04:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
just want to share everyone that i passed nmy med exam ...
i'm hoping i can do the same on my interview.


Congratulations! Jordan and I haven't started our process yet but I'm giddy to get mine. St.Luke's is aaall the way in QC so it's a long way to calm my nerves! Keep optimistic.



Thank you so much JORDANTONI09
and good luck to your journey to st. luke's and to your interview...
take care and God bless.


De nada. I see that you're headed to Cali as well.
That's mint! I know, I have my fingers crossed.
Confidence goes a long way... Hey, why be nervous if everything's authentic, right?
Good luck!




Hello there!!...Medical exam is done at St. Lukes extension Clinic in 1177 J. Bocobo St., Ermita, Manila. You can reach them out with these Telephone nos.: 521-00-20 or 521-8647 and 524-6083. Never confuse it with St Lukes Medical Hospital in Quezon City. happy.gif Take your time gathering all your papers .
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 08:18:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
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QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 27 2009, 05:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi guys.

I called SLMEC around 5:00 a.m. and they said they are open today (Sep 28), there is no flooding. Business as usual.

Am trying to find out what the situation is in Carriedo...called their Clearance Center but no answer. Their main office in Taft says all the clearance centers should be open, but couldn't tell me if the one in Carriedo is flooded or not.

Will keep looking for advisories on the subject. I have to get my NBI Clearance this week.

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QUOTE (DaleandPat @ Sep 27 2009, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 12:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif


I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale


Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?




Greetings!!!!

Oh, excellent ! Thank u marriedtomrg. Im relieved .Im not worrying now if Im going to use a paddle going to SLEC tongue.gif Hope u get ur Clearance ,too .



Hello Everyone!

Im right now in Manila, at a hotel just a block away from SLEC. NO FLOODING HERE. Road is clear, and everything goes business as usual. Hopes and prayers for GREAT NEWS!!

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-28 13:11:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 27 2009, 05:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi guys.

I called SLMEC around 5:00 a.m. and they said they are open today (Sep 28), there is no flooding. Business as usual.

Am trying to find out what the situation is in Carriedo...called their Clearance Center but no answer. Their main office in Taft says all the clearance centers should be open, but couldn't tell me if the one in Carriedo is flooded or not.

Will keep looking for advisories on the subject. I have to get my NBI Clearance this week.

QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 28 2009, 01:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (DaleandPat @ Sep 27 2009, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 12:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif


I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale


Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?




Greetings!!!!

Oh, excellent ! Thank u marriedtomrg. Im relieved .Im not worrying now if Im going to use a paddle going to SLEC tongue.gif Hope u get ur Clearance ,too .
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 20:54:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 01:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif



Travel advisories and alerts from the Embassy :


U.S. Embassy Manila

Warden Message

September 27, 2009



This Warden Message is issued to alert U.S. citizens that the U.S. Embassy will be closed to the public on Monday, September 28, due to severe flooding.

Visa applicants with appointments for September 28 should not come to the Embassy. They will be contacted directly to reschedule their appointments on a priority basis. They may also contact the Embassy call center at 1-909-101-7878 1-909-101-7878 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Details are also available at https//philippines.us-visaservices.com.


ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 12:47:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
QUOTE (DaleandPat @ Sep 27 2009, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 12:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif


I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale


Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 12:23:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?
QUOTE (DaleandPat @ Sep 27 2009, 03:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 27 2009, 12:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif


That is a good question, I am waiting to hear from my Fiancee. She is in a hotel near the embassy and SLEC on the third floor. I last talked to Pat at about 2:00am CST or about 3:00pm Saturday Manila time. At that time it was raining hard and the first level of the hotel was flooded, but power was still on. If I can get in touch with Pat I will post what I find out. I just checked the US Embassey's site and nothing about flooding there.

Dale


Oh thank u so much .. really grateful and relieved. All i need is someone whos directly seeing the current situation in Ermita Manila, so I would know if travelling to Manila for my medical exam makes sense and that I am able to get thru .Likewise, Im thinking too, of the days left prior my interview sched which is on Oct 8.

Il keep in touch and looking forward to hearing from u.

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 09:24:00
PhilippinesManila still UNDER WATER,Will St Lukes Ext.Clinic resumes with the medical exams inspite of it ?


With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns . blink.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 00:06:00
PhilippinesDS157,need not to fill up upon submission to USEMbassy?


gREETINGS eVERYONE!!


I have my K1 application fee paid at BDO this morning. As the teller hands me over the form with blue receipt attached on it,Ive asked for couple sheets more since space isnt enough. Yet they only issue one form.And applicants need not to fill it out,the teller said.Is that so? Submitting a blank DS157 to the USEmbassy.Will this not cause a problem later on?



ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-28 13:54:00
PhilippinesManila is underwater right now!
QUOTE (andrew&evelyn @ Sep 26 2009, 03:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
In case anyone hasnt heard. Last night about 15.4 inches of rain fell in 6 hours. Water is waist high right now. If you have GMA its all over on their news. There are a few pictures on yahoo of the flood.






This being the case, Weve been updated with the alerts and advisories of USEMBASSY Manila.Interviewees on the 28th need not worry. How about ST .LUKES EXTENSION CLINIC? Any news advisories youve heard from them?
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 12:55:00
PhilippinesManila is underwater right now!
QUOTE (G&R @ Sep 27 2009, 12:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My Lady has Interview tomorrow at USE. She will travel from Commonwealth By taxi . Just talked to her she say it will be ok cuz sunny now . Big day i sure Hope and pray she can get there on time . I know she will do great once at USE...



Surely ,she'll do her best and bring home the Pink Slip good.gif . Likewise, I'll be having my medical exams on Monday. To God be the Glory!!!! Bless us all happy.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-27 00:18:00
PhilippinesPassed the medical and got my NBI Clearance from Carriedo :)










tongue.gif hehe From the long hours of waiting, Im afraid I might get caught sleeping in my seat and miss my chance when my name has been called up.. laughing.gif So Id better chitchat my seatmate.And oh yea, what a great relief it will be having it done earlier than expected . Wish it happens to me happy.gif happy.gif happy.gif ...Gogogo medical...Interview here I come! kicking.gif kicking.gif













QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 29 2009, 01:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You'll get your receipt back, as well as your vaccination report/summary and your x-ray CD on the second day. Just prepare to be there the whole day, don't make any other plans. If you get out early, be happy! lol

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QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 28 2009, 10:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello peeps. smile.gif

Went to NBI Carriedo (called ahead to find out if their area was flooded) yesterday, arrived before 8:00 a.m. There was a long line outside, but it was moving quickly. You have to pay Php 20 for a stub (don't lose it) before you enter. Once inside you have to go to a booth to get an application form (for new applicants, those with corrections on their NBI clearance --- such as change in civil status), the lady who gives you the form will stamp your stub.

For those like me who are in a 2nd marriage, ask for an NBI Clearance with an a.k.a. notation (also known as). The US Embassy requires an NBI Clearance with all the names you were and are known by.

If you are there for renewal, no need to get an application form. Fill up the form and then go to the cashier to pay your fee. Go up the next floor for the following steps: data checking, quick search and image capture. At data checking, the lady will collect your stub. You must show them a valid ID with your picture and your signature. Never leave home without one. At quick search, if there is a hit on your name, they will ask you to come back after 2 days.

Otherwise, if there are no hits on your name, go get your picture taken. When you're done, go up the next floor for the following steps: fingerprinting, registering, then releasing of the certificate. At fingerprinting, you can buy little bits of wet ones to help remove the ink from your fingers (Php 2.00 each).

I wasn't there very long...only about an hour. smile.gif

We received our medical receipts, vaccination records and x-ray CDs after waiting at SLMCEC yesterday from about 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

When Pippo and I arrived, the guard at the front door punched in her PDS (Patient Data Sheet) number and it said Immunization 2nd Floor. I was so happy. Called my husband and the first thing I said to him was..."Boy, are you in trouble now." biggrin.gif lol He said "Oh no...both of you are coming here now?" It was a happy, happy thing.

What wasn't so happy was how long we waited to get our shots (we must have waited over 3 hours for that), and how long we waited to get the receipts, the vaccination records and the x-ray CDs (Pippo's was released around 2pm, mine close to 6pm because I was called twice to the window by one of the ladies at their Editing/Quality Control section to confirm certain entries on my medical report). We didn't eat lunch till like 4pm...although the lady at the Immunization Room did tell us we could eat after getting our shots...I didn't realize how much of a wait we were going to be in. My poor Pippo...we were both so hungry. There is a small Chinese restaurant up the street from where the clinic was...in front of the now closed Pork Avenue (Pippo laughed when she saw the sign), we had lunch there.

Wish the rest of the staff had given us fair warning about how much longer we had to wait. I was hoping to get back to the office, but those plans went out the window very quickly. Even more frustrating was that there were a lot of people yesterday but only 3, 4 or 5 people at the Releasing Counter processing clients. They have windows from A to M, for heaven's sake...what a waste of resources. And they know Mondays and Tuesdays are busy...you would think they would add more personnel at the windows to process more people faster.

A word to the wise...on your 2nd/3rd/last day, whenever you get your vaccines, go out and eat after that. Because you will be waiting a very, very long time at the Releasing Counter. Their sign says you will NOT be processed according to first-come, first served basis, but depending on your results. in my case, aside from being called to the window twice, before they even brought Pippo's records to the ground floor, I was called back up the 2nd floor because they forgot to have me sign one of the forms re: Pippo's TST findings.

Good luck on this leg of the journey! smile.gif




hurray! Thats really great to hear!!! I had my first day of medical exam and be taking my immunization and vaccination shots tommorow. Will i get my medical result: xray CD, immunization sheet and other medical receipts right before the second day ends? If not ,how many days do I to wait till the result is available. Taking all med results negative.



ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-29 13:31:00
PhilippinesPassed the medical and got my NBI Clearance from Carriedo :)
QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 28 2009, 10:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello peeps. smile.gif

Went to NBI Carriedo (called ahead to find out if their area was flooded) yesterday, arrived before 8:00 a.m. There was a long line outside, but it was moving quickly. You have to pay Php 20 for a stub (don't lose it) before you enter. Once inside you have to go to a booth to get an application form (for new applicants, those with corrections on their NBI clearance --- such as change in civil status), the lady who gives you the form will stamp your stub.

For those like me who are in a 2nd marriage, ask for an NBI Clearance with an a.k.a. notation (also known as). The US Embassy requires an NBI Clearance with all the names you were and are known by.

If you are there for renewal, no need to get an application form. Fill up the form and then go to the cashier to pay your fee. Go up the next floor for the following steps: data checking, quick search and image capture. At data checking, the lady will collect your stub. You must show them a valid ID with your picture and your signature. Never leave home without one. At quick search, if there is a hit on your name, they will ask you to come back after 2 days.

Otherwise, if there are no hits on your name, go get your picture taken. When you're done, go up the next floor for the following steps: fingerprinting, registering, then releasing of the certificate. At fingerprinting, you can buy little bits of wet ones to help remove the ink from your fingers (Php 2.00 each).

I wasn't there very long...only about an hour. smile.gif

We received our medical receipts, vaccination records and x-ray CDs after waiting at SLMCEC yesterday from about 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

When Pippo and I arrived, the guard at the front door punched in her PDS (Patient Data Sheet) number and it said Immunization 2nd Floor. I was so happy. Called my husband and the first thing I said to him was..."Boy, are you in trouble now." biggrin.gif lol He said "Oh no...both of you are coming here now?" It was a happy, happy thing.

What wasn't so happy was how long we waited to get our shots (we must have waited over 3 hours for that), and how long we waited to get the receipts, the vaccination records and the x-ray CDs (Pippo's was released around 2pm, mine close to 6pm because I was called twice to the window by one of the ladies at their Editing/Quality Control section to confirm certain entries on my medical report). We didn't eat lunch till like 4pm...although the lady at the Immunization Room did tell us we could eat after getting our shots...I didn't realize how much of a wait we were going to be in. My poor Pippo...we were both so hungry. There is a small Chinese restaurant up the street from where the clinic was...in front of the now closed Pork Avenue (Pippo laughed when she saw the sign), we had lunch there.

Wish the rest of the staff had given us fair warning about how much longer we had to wait. I was hoping to get back to the office, but those plans went out the window very quickly. Even more frustrating was that there were a lot of people yesterday but only 3, 4 or 5 people at the Releasing Counter processing clients. They have windows from A to M, for heaven's sake...what a waste of resources. And they know Mondays and Tuesdays are busy...you would think they would add more personnel at the windows to process more people faster.

A word to the wise...on your 2nd/3rd/last day, whenever you get your vaccines, go out and eat after that. Because you will be waiting a very, very long time at the Releasing Counter. Their sign says you will NOT be processed according to first-come, first served basis, but depending on your results. in my case, aside from being called to the window twice, before they even brought Pippo's records to the ground floor, I was called back up the 2nd floor because they forgot to have me sign one of the forms re: Pippo's TST findings.

Good luck on this leg of the journey! smile.gif




hurray! Thats really great to hear!!! I had my first day of medical exam and be taking my immunization and vaccination shots tommorow. Will i get my medical result: xray CD, immunization sheet and other medical receipts right before the second day ends? If not ,how many days do I to wait till the result is available. Taking all med results negative.
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-29 07:23:00
Philippinesinterview tomorrow @ 7am
QUOTE (?JOHN?JULIE? @ Sep 30 2009, 08:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
guysssssssssssssssssssss pray for me and wish me luck. interview tomorrow good.gif

thanks good.gif



Remember those who believes in you. High hopes and prayers to you.You can make it!!![color="#FFC0CB"]PINK GO PINK GO PINK [/color] kicking.gif

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-30 11:49:00
PhilippinesShe Get Pink (usem) K1, Oct. 1st
QUOTE (getosled @ Oct 1 2009, 12:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats, My fiance also got her visa approved on the 1st.. Although she didnt get the pink because she is going to pick it up then walk across the street and buy her ticket tongue.gif



CHEERS guys!!! To a teamwork well-done! good.gif star_smile.gif

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 13:34:00
PhilippinesHemorrhoids-can be a factor for the medical at SLEC? LOL!
QUOTE (nafnaf @ Oct 2 2009, 12:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
laughing.gif ....just asking! hehehe




Theres a complete privacy between you and the doctor, so theres no need to be shy. The clinic is mandated to keen check certain illnesses /diseases.Other than whats in their list , Hemorrhoids and genital warts are not within their medical jurisdiction to give assessment concerning it ( USEmbassy mandate) though it is stated in your health records. They are most particular on the presence of Tuberculosis,HIV/AIDS and drugsubstance in your blood,to name a few. Relax..unless there's a need for operation blush.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-02 21:53:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (o0pink0o @ Sep 30 2009, 04:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats and good luck on your interview! star_smile.gif



Ive seen your pre-interview video and its lovely. organized and labeled accordingly. And I like ur brown bag organizer happy.gif .I do hope u wont mind me asking, where could i have a bag like that of yours?..Looking forward star_smile.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-03 08:15:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (LÜvtechwifey @ Oct 2 2009, 07:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Oct 2 2009, 01:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (o0pink0o @ Sep 30 2009, 04:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats and good luck on your interview! star_smile.gif




hello there!!
I have some questions unclarified..lifeline? innocent.gif

1.Ive bookbound in one my Email correspondence of years 2008 and 2009?..is this ok?
?sure. there is no rule on how you will prepare your proofs of Relationship

2. Do i have to have the originals of all boarding passes,e-tickets,hotel receipts of my fiance?..
?As to me yes. All you have mentioned are all in my clearbook.

3. Do they need our NOA1 and NOA2 presented?
?I believe that wouldn't be necessary.

4.a. I have downloaded DS157 and used 3 sheets bcoz of having space not enough for items 11 and 17(educ'l and employment).Can I just have BDO's stamp and signature on one of my DS157 and transfer attachment of blue receipt on it?

4.b. OR do i have to leave DS157 blank and thats what il present to the Pre-screener?

5. Does the pre-screener need a copy of all documents and papers presented..as in COPIES of ALL documents and papers,receipts(except pictures,maybe)?
?It depends on the pre-screener what s/he will ask. Better just be prepared. I have everything ready.
Just the Cert of marriage. sad.gif

DO'S AND DONT'S to the INTERVIEW PLEASE...If i May ask? whistling.gif thank u
?eye contact to the pre-screener and consul, try your very best to be confident to the answers you are saying, and most of all, PRAY!







Im aware that your interview date is just couple days ahead of mine,so be armed and bring with you my shares of prayers and high hopes of a successful interview outcome.GOOD LUCK,GIRL. We can DO this. Of course, Our forefront chearleaders, YOUR HUBBY AND MY FIANCE happy.gif ...GO GIRLS GO GO GO kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-03 07:20:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (o0pink0o @ Sep 30 2009, 04:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats and good luck on your interview! star_smile.gif




hello there!!
I have some questions unclarified..lifeline? innocent.gif

1.Ive bookbound in one my Email correspondence of years 2008 and 2009?..is this ok?

2. Do i have to have the originals of all boarding passes,e-tickets,hotel receipts of my fiance?..

3. Do they need our NOA1 and NOA2 presented?

4.a. I have downloaded DS157 and used 3 sheets bcoz of having space not enough for items 11 and 17(educ'l and employment).Can I just have BDO's stamp and signature on one of my DS157 and transfer attachment of blue receipt on it?

4.b. OR do i have to leave DS157 blank and thats what il present to the Pre-screener?

5. Does the pre-screener need a copy of all documents and papers presented..as in COPIES of ALL documents and papers,receipts(except pictures,maybe)?

DO'S AND DONT'S to the INTERVIEW PLEASE...If i May ask? whistling.gif thank u


ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 12:22:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (honey bear @ Oct 1 2009, 04:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
congrats!so close to finish line. smile.gif




Indeed, all sweat and tears will finally be over(at least in Philippine setting)...Thanks for the boost, we,i really need it. Keep kicking kicking.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 11:54:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (PrinceandPrincess @ Oct 1 2009, 01:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
kicking.gif kicking.gif Congrats and good luck on your interview!! good.gif good.gif



Congratulations!! You're now a certified daughter of Uncle Sam good.gif

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 11:49:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (RyaNRiza @ Sep 30 2009, 04:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats and keep the confidence during the interview! good.gif



Thank u. And I must say this" Ang cute cute cuuute ng baby mo!" Pwera usog blush.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 11:46:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (rockhouse @ Sep 30 2009, 09:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
good.gif You'll be eating some good 'ol Texas BBQ in no time!



OMG...Chuck will never forget the experience of having our dinner one time at "Texas BBQ " in Makati. He was all excited to know if their dishes really taste Texan. And guess what?...he ended up at the washroom for over a couple hours! reading.gif ,,,the bbq dish ruin his appetite wacko.gif Good thing diatabs is handy.
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 11:07:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (Bob 4 Anna @ Sep 30 2009, 09:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Rhean,

I would wish you luck for the interview but I doubt you need it. Just walk in there with your head held high (full of confidence) and your heart on your sleeve (for all to see the love you & Chuck share overflowing).

You're only 3 steps away:

1. Pass Interview,
2. CFO Seminar,
3. Long Flight Home to Chuck in the US!

Enjoy it...

Bob

Greetings Bob4 Anna! Now,its No. 2 down.Ive taken my CFO(Visa to follow). Nos 1 and 3 to go! kicking.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 10:51:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Sep 30 2009, 08:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congratulations on passing the medicals!

Next stop...interview na! biggrin.gif THINK PINK!

QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 30 2009, 08:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The very words of the lady at the Releasing Counter C .

My fiance and I are so happy and grateful. WOoooHooOO..I did it ,honey!!! Thank u guys for the tips and guidance. Thank u marriedtomrg,stephen+elisha, rockhouse,bob4anna,luvtechwifey,faithfully,Lala,Ms.tisay and Ate Anne for the experiences uve shared and other couples at VJ whom their stories i have learned from. It feels so good.Alright! The BIG moment has come...the INTERVIEW. Im all ready to go. kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif Praises to You, Oh Lord!


Sang, kya mo yan. I'll pray sana Magnegative na sputum test mo. Magpakatatag kau ni fiance.








THINK PINK..i love that!!! happy.gif happy.gif happy.gif happy.gif thanks, i will.
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 10:12:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
QUOTE (?JOHN?JULIE? @ Sep 30 2009, 08:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 30 2009, 08:22 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
The very words of the lady at the Releasing Counter C .

My fiance and I are so happy and grateful. WOoooHooOO..I did it ,honey!!! Thank u guys for the tips and guidance. Thank u marriedtomrg,stephen+elisha, rockhouse,bob4anna,luvtechwifey,faithfully,Lala,Ms.tisay and Ate Anne for the experiences uve shared and other couples at VJ whom their stories i have learned from. It feels so good.Alright! The BIG moment has come...the INTERVIEW. Im all ready to go. kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif Praises to You, Oh Lord!


Sang, kya mo yan. I'll pray sana Magnegative na sputum test mo. Magpakatatag kau ni fiance.



congrats and gud luck good.gif good.gif



Hey girl! greetings to u.

Hows ur interview so far?..Im so eager hearing from you. Keep us posted,okey?
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-01 10:07:00
PhilippinesCongratulations Miss,Your Medical Passed!...
The very words of the lady at the Releasing Counter C .

My fiance and I are so happy and grateful. WOoooHooOO..I did it ,honey!!! Thank u guys for the tips and guidance. Thank u marriedtomrg,stephen+elisha, rockhouse,bob4anna,luvtechwifey,faithfully,Lala,Ms.tisay and Ate Anne for the experiences uve shared and other couples at VJ whom their stories i have learned from. It feels so good.Alright! The BIG moment has come...the INTERVIEW. Im all ready to go. kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif Praises to You, Oh Lord!


Sang, kya mo yan. I'll pray sana Magnegative na sputum test mo. Magpakatatag kau ni fiance.
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-30 07:22:00
PhilippinesORIGINAL Boarding passes,e-tickets,hotel receipts?
Excellent!!
One more thing, please bear with me..

I have downloaded DS157 and used 3 sheets bcoz of having space not enough for items 11 and 17(educ'l and employment).Can I just have BDO's stamp and signature on one of my DS157 and transfer attachment of blue receipt on it?

OR do i have to leave DS157 blank and thats what il present to the Pre-screener?


Ive checked ur thread that USEmbassy needs 2 copies of DS157..hence, any of which ill provide another DS157.


QUOTE (? Pweettyy ??& @ Oct 3 2009, 12:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Oct 3 2009, 12:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (? Pweettyy ??& @ Oct 3 2009, 12:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Asked only for our pictures. Thanks God.
xoxo

God bless us.



What did they ask u?

For how long your interview last?

At what point during the interview made u sweat alot?

Anything theyve asked from your fiance' side( his papers,,,)?




I posted here about my interview experienced.
Here's the link:
http://www.visajourn...howtopic=219709
Relax, get some sleep and pray. God will magnify everything. As long as all your docs are fine then your good to go!
Bring home the bacon bebe.

xoxo


ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-03 11:48:00
Africa: Sub-SaharanBeing real about marriage!!!
QUOTE (blah0323 @ Dec 16 2007, 10:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I decided to start this thread as a result of reading some of the other posts, concerning the good and the bad experiences.

Let me first say, I'm still married to my husband. But let me also say it has not been easy. I have learned some things from really nice seasoned married women that has helped in the relationship. Suggestions like exhibiting more patience and trying to put myself in his shoes, coming to a country with no family, no friends and learning new things to make it here in the US. Learning patience for me is still a work in progress...... whistling.gif


With that said, I went out my way to make available everything to my husband, which included cell phone, luxuries at home, supplying a whole new wardrobe. And I believe that was a mistake, it was taken for granted!! All he had to do was just mentioned it and it was done. But then it was like he was always looking for something. I put myself on the bottom of list, if I was even on the list. I needed to take care of me more as I tried to help in his adjustment. So now I make sure I pay attention to me and not just him.

Many people have their thoughts concerning Nigerian men and I made it a point to not let family know if we were having problems. But I went through the throwing of fits (him of course), money issues (when he started to work), the checking out of single sites, the porn sites, etc. which has damaged our marriage. Right now I'm trying to heal myself to be able to continue in this marriage. So I see where the feelings of being scammed for a paper comes from, but then I have to look at the whole picture and determine, if it is about a paper or is it just how this man (my husband) is.



The only left in life are lessons learned.Recognizing and accepting the person we love for who they are. In return , that person values and embraces the way we are ,too.

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-13 01:30:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionpre-interview ds-230 question
QUOTE (Jamaican JNR @ Sep 9 2009, 07:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (kgo @ Sep 9 2009, 07:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi guys... me again with yet another question. hah.

with the DS-230, you do just send part 1 in first, right? I'm assuming part 2 is used later.

On the check list of documents needed page, did they mentioned DS230? Usually, they are reserved for immigrant visa, and I see where you category is KI.




hi there....Upon checking on the instructions I would suggest that u have to check those bold,underlined,colored links u see. This will lead u to knowing additional information on required documents which maynot be stated outright on the checklist...link such as RECIPROCITY BY COUNTRY yes.gif .In my case, from the instruction itself it says there that applicant completes ds 230 forms, and signs up part 1 only at this time.The signing up of part 11 will be at the time of interview....therefore,both forms are submitted yet part 11 is without signature . I do hope this helps u.Goodluck! good.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 14:07:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOn RED Flag taking Medical..(Females Only)
QUOTE (MikenKyhen @ Sep 17 2009, 09:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Marm may be right about it not having any affect on the actual results but my fiance was on her period during her medical and was asked to come back. So she went back after and they did her physical and then she had to go back the next day for the immunizations as is standard procedure.



Oops,so that means the first day she went for medical ,theyve asked her to come next day knowing shes on her period.mmm 1 point to learn there.Thank u good.gif

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-17 21:15:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionOn RED Flag taking Medical..(Females Only)
Gorgeous morning to sweetie Fellah Vjers!!..

Am wondering, Is having a red flag( ya know,girl thing! whistling.gif ) ,its last day before taking or during the medical tests itself could affect the result?...My fiance keep track of mine religiously hahaha yes.gif yep,like he needs to note the first and last days prior the medical monthdate. I would love to hear ur side.Thank you soooo much! wub.gif
And oh yea, any ideas from males is highly appreciated tho! good.gif


ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-17 19:56:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussionvisa delivery
Air 21 is responsiple for visa delivery. You can request for a visa reroute deliver at the interview . Note the address and telephone nos. of the hotel.And confirm details at the Air 21 desk. Constantly follow it up by calling them.If youre in Manila right now, you can get it within A DAY.

GOODLUCK^_^




QUOTE (mrsean @ Oct 30 2009, 05:10 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
can i have my k1 visa delivered to my hotel i am staying at when i have my interview at us embassy in manila? dhl deliver it there or pick up request


ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-10-30 06:22:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR,CERTIFICATE OF NO MARRIAGE?
QUOTE (rockhouse @ Sep 10 2009, 07:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
^ You mean Graham's Central Station? Also, are you already here in Texas?
Either way, it sounds good to us! I know any interaction with other Filipinas will help to make my girl feel more at home! good.gif



Oh my..I havent been there,but im in constant contact with honey's friends, and few neighbors.That I get to learn my do's and dont's. Ive seen his place , the house, outside the house,and neighborhood as far as three blocks ahead of the maindriveway close to intersection hahahaha. Ive seen the wide front parking lot of Grahams, how big and spacious the dancefloor,the cage dance area gggggrr blink.gif ...different rock,country(few times) bands playin every saturday! the ratttlesnake festival, the barbecue cooking festival,,how freaking quiet the hallowen night turned out last year.his cat mystra, the pain in the #### neighbor's dog barking making him wide awake past midnight ( aaaaawwwww poor honey yes.gif nearby malls to shop around.All these made me feel so at home with him . Of course the thought of missing my family way back here is really disheartening...but they understand its about time we be together, were like crazy inlove staying up long hours talking bout anything as if we cant be out of topic hahahahahaha its unstoppable! Better yet, let her go out and walk around the place, mingle with asians/filipinas she would encounter but be careful. Enjoy,she'll get used to see. blush.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 21:36:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR,CERTIFICATE OF NO MARRIAGE?
QUOTE (rockhouse @ Sep 10 2009, 05:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 10 2009, 04:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mossycouple @ Sep 10 2009, 04:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yup! That's one of the requirements. Goodluck!



cenomar..CHECKED! thank you..ROCK ON! good.gif


Hey, where at in Texas are you gonna be? My girl is always interested in any Filipinas around our parts...our parts being about 30 miles NW of Austin. smile.gif




We could have a double date. We'd love to have u both join us and hangout to Grahams kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif dancin5hr.gif dancin5hr.gif dancin5hr.gif , then party with Rock bands in concert LIVE happy.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 17:48:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR,CERTIFICATE OF NO MARRIAGE?
QUOTE (rockhouse @ Sep 10 2009, 05:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 10 2009, 04:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mossycouple @ Sep 10 2009, 04:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yup! That's one of the requirements. Goodluck!



cenomar..CHECKED! thank you..ROCK ON! good.gif


Hey, where at in Texas are you gonna be? My girl is always interested in any Filipinas around our parts...our parts being about 30 miles NW of Austin. smile.gif



Oh yes, My honey and i are in Taylor Texas. Count me in! good.gif

ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 17:42:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR,CERTIFICATE OF NO MARRIAGE?
QUOTE (mossycouple @ Sep 10 2009, 04:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yup! That's one of the requirements. Goodluck!



cenomar..CHECKED! thank you..ROCK ON! good.gif

QUOTE (rockhouse @ Sep 10 2009, 04:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yep.


Yep...thank u.cenomar>>>CHECKED! good.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 16:56:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR,CERTIFICATE OF NO MARRIAGE?
Hello sweetie fellah Filipina ladies!


From the checklist,under the required document < CERTIFICATE OF MARRIAGE ,I am submitting CENOMAR ,certificate of no marriage so as to prove im single,legally free to marry. good.gif ..Am i doing the right thing? PLEASE HELP helpsmilie.gif ! Any comments and suggestions keep on coming yes.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 15:27:00
PhilippinesNBI CLEARANCE: for travel/abroad purposes?
QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 10 2009, 05:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
OOps, just read this one!!!

I already have my NBI clearance for Travel/Abroad purposes(according to the Phil setting instruction) issued on May,2009. What blown me away is learning from a VJ filer that it should be for Immigration purposes.(she has a point tho) In this regard,I would like know the views of those who have NBI clearance for Travel/Abroad purposes:, maintained as it is, sent it and yet successfully passed the interview,,,later got approved. Hey guys,Please help! thank you...To be honest ,my mind is set heading to the NBI office later on. Right now 5:50 a.m. here blink.gif Adrenaline rush eh! laughing.gif




i got a new NBI clearance issued,Immigration to US requirement. good.gif Thank u , guys!!
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-12 19:12:00
PhilippinesNBI CLEARANCE: for travel/abroad purposes?
QUOTE (MikeeLucyForever @ Sep 10 2009, 05:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Travel/Abroad purposes is fine but you should have told them that you are going to US because going to US have different NBI Clearance color ( it should be "travel to US" in the clearance too) compared to going to other countries and for employment purposes.

QUOTE (ChuckandRhean @ Sep 10 2009, 05:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
OOps, just read this one!!!

I already have my NBI clearance for Travel/Abroad purposes(according to the Phil setting instruction) issued on May,2009. What blown me away is learning from a VJ filer that it should be for Immigration purposes.(she has a point tho) In this regard,I would like know the views of those who have NBI clearance for Travel/Abroad purposes:, maintained as it is, sent it and yet successfully passed the interview,,,later got approved. Hey guys,Please help! thank you...To be honest ,my mind is set heading to the NBI office later on. Right now 5:50 a.m. here blink.gif Adrenaline rush eh! laughing.gif




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I have the green form which applies outside the country. The officers ive asked before said that theyve issued same thing with the past immigrant applicants.Yet, No one came back to recorrect it. So i was calmed,assured that time. But right now, categorically , I must say ,my NBI purpose might be in question..wheeww!!! Gee thanks! Im so allergic to RFE ya know wacko.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 17:27:00
PhilippinesNBI CLEARANCE: for travel/abroad purposes?
OOps, just read this one!!!

I already have my NBI clearance for Travel/Abroad purposes(according to the Phil setting instruction) issued on May,2009. What blown me away is learning from a VJ filer that it should be for Immigration purposes.(she has a point tho) In this regard,I would like know the views of those who have NBI clearance for Travel/Abroad purposes:, maintained as it is, sent it and yet successfully passed the interview,,,later got approved. Hey guys,Please help! thank you...To be honest ,my mind is set heading to the NBI office later on. Right now 5:50 a.m. here blink.gif Adrenaline rush eh! laughing.gif
ChuckandRheanFemalePhilippines2009-09-10 16:32:00