ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesBribes in the NBI
If I were her, I will report the guy to the head of the NBI Office concerned. Bribing somebody is already rampant in the Philippines giving it a very bad image.Someone here even recommends it ( if you grease the right hand you get results fast) which is just horrible. Tell your fiancee to see the head of the NBI office where she is applying for her certificate and explain her predicament.
jomFemalePhilippines2008-04-30 17:54:00
PhilippinesCFO... ARE YOU KIDDING ME???
Bottomline is, be prepared. I believe if the US government requires a couple to undergo a long and tedious process just to get a fiancee visa, the Philippine government, in the exercise of its sovereignty, also has the right to require the Filipino citizen to undergo whatever process is needed so she will be well informed before embarking a new life in a foreign country.

There is no quick and easy way out smile.gif

Goodluck!
jomFemalePhilippines2008-12-12 12:34:00
PhilippinesBuying wedding dress and rings in the Philippines
Bought my wedding dress materials in Tutuban for P2,500 and paid P2,000 for my seamstress. All in all, dress, shoes, tiara and veil I paid ( well my Mom paid for everything as a wedding present) P5,000 which is about $100. When my in-laws saw my dress they thought its one of those expensive more than a thousand dollar dress here in US. I hand carried my dress during my trip and when I was interviewed by the lady immigration officer she actually asked about our wedding plans and I showed her my dress!! smile.gif

I also brought with me our wedding invitations and giveaways.

Goodluck and yes , it is definitely cheaper if she gets her wedding dress in the Philippines.
jomFemalePhilippines2009-11-10 10:39:00
PhilippinesFund transfer from Philippines to USA
Bank to bank. After my husband and I opened a joint account in our name, I had my savings in the Philippines transferred bank to bank. My Philippine bank was PNB. It took 3 days and I already had my funds here in dollars.

Goodluck!
jomFemalePhilippines2008-10-17 15:35:00
PhilippinesANNULMENT IN THE PHILIPPINES
This is what my fiancee told me, since she is a lawyer there in the Philippines.

Yes, the judge has 90 days to make the decision but he can also issue it earlier. If your fiancee has a friend working in the court maybe he or she can help her so the decision will be issued earlier. After you and your ex husband has received the decision, you will start counting 30 days but sometimes it takes 45 days because the Solicitor General will be given the time to make an opposition , if any, or the ex husband to make an appeal. Once there is no opposition or appeal , you can already get your Certificate of Finality stating that the Decision has become final and executory AND a Decree of Nullity. The Decree of Nullity is issued by the court ordering the Civil Registrar to erase or cancel the marriage from their record and also ordering the NSO to annotate the same on the Marraige Certificate in their office. The Decree of Nullity has to be published. After you get these documents I am sure the court will be happy to guide you what to do next.

After the publication, the Decision, Certificate of Nullity and Decree of Nullity must be registered in the Civil Registrar of the place where the marriage took place. The Civil Registrar will help you what to do next.


Goodluck and hang in there. . at least you are now waiting for the decision :) and yes Absence does make the heart grow fonder :)

Hope this helps.
jomFemalePhilippines2007-08-13 00:09:00
PhilippinesSTATE OF KUWAIT HOW TO GET A POLICE CLERANCE
The US Embassy in Manila requires that you should obtain a Police Clearance from any country outside the Philippines where you resided for more than 6 months and you worked there for 10 months so it is considered that you have resided there during that period so you MUST obtain a police clearance.

Myla worked in Malaysia for 3 years so she obtained a police clearance from the Malaysian Embassy in Manila. My suggestion is call the Kuwait Consulate in Manila and ask them how you can obtain a Police clearance. My Myla lives in Mindanao so she called the Malaysian Embassy in Manila and inquired about it after which she had to send three sets of photocopied documents to the Malaysian Embassy . Her Police Clearance was ready for pick up after one month.

I hope this helps. Goodluck :innocent:
jomFemalePhilippines2007-08-11 00:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 received... how do we track the rest of the process?

here are some numbers to use from here on out. first you'll need to work with NVC. after that, the State Department for questions about Embassy specific stuff. there can be other ways of working with your Embassy as well. check with people dealing with your same embassy for more info. good luck!

NQUIRING ABOUT CASE NUMBER:
NVC Info (to find out when your case arrives/leaves there and to get NVC Case number):
Call (603) 334-0700 - press "1" for English then "5" to speak to a rep on the phone. Be ready with USCIS case number, beneficiary name and birthdate. K1 visas are NOT entered into the automatic system. Reps are available 7:30 AM - 12 midnight Eastern time. Call right after they open or right before they close for best results - during the day lines are always busy.

They'll ask for:
WACxxxxxxxxxx
Beneficiary's name
DOB x/xx/xxxx

And you can get from them the State Department case number:
[embassy specific 3-letter code] xxxxxxxxxx

To get info from the Embassy:

The State Department is on 1 202 663 1225 then press 1,0,0 to talk to someone
They can tell you the status of things as they are entered into the Embassy's computer system. Open 8-5 Eastern time - very friendly and helpful line to call!



Great information. . thanks. :thumbs:
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-08 19:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK-1 Fiancee Visa

I sent our K-1 packet to Nebraska on May 29th...and haven't heard anything as yet. Is this longer than usual waiting time? Thank you for any assistance or advice....



My check has cleared. I feel a little better now....wow!!!

Congrats and good luck to you and your SO... :dance: :thumbs: :dance:

BTW: Patience is key when doing this, just hang on and you will be fine...


Hi. .you mentioned about receiving Packet 3 and Packet 4. I have seen Packet 4 because my cousin went thru the same process , shes now in Las Vegas. Packet 4 is the one the the beneficiary will receive as guide for her incoming interview. What about Packet 3? To whom is it addressed and what are its contents?

Thank you.

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-27 23:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK-1 Fiancee Visa

I sent our K-1 packet to Nebraska on May 29th...and haven't heard anything as yet. Is this longer than usual waiting time? Thank you for any assistance or advice....


Hi. Are you the Petitioner or the Beneficiary? Just wondering because your username is the name of a city in the Philippines, particularly Negros Oriental where my sister lives. Our K1 was mailed from FLorida to Texas Center on March 15. . .USCIS Texas received it and forwarded to USCIS California which received the same March 23, got our receipt thru mail April 14 and finally approved June 5, 82 days to be exact . .so just hang in there. .this is a waiting game so you must have patience. Best Wishes



March 23. . . USCIS CA received I-129F
June 5. . . . . Petition Approved and sent to NVC. . .WAITING



Hello ~

My fiancee lives in Tanjay. Just came back from a 2 week stay there..it beautiful there, and so are the people.


That is really great. Maybe your fiance knows my sister, she's married to a well known family there in Tanjay. Been there many times to visit her also. Anyhow, goodluck. The surname of the family is ROA, maybe your fiance have heard of them. Lets keep praying. . .
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-16 09:49:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK-1 Fiancee Visa

I sent our K-1 packet to Nebraska on May 29th...and haven't heard anything as yet. Is this longer than usual waiting time? Thank you for any assistance or advice....


Hi. Are you the Petitioner or the Beneficiary? Just wondering because your username is the name of a city in the Philippines, particularly Negros Oriental where my sister lives. Our K1 was mailed from FLorida to Texas Center on March 15. . .USCIS Texas received it and forwarded to USCIS California which received the same March 23, got our receipt thru mail April 14 and finally approved June 5, 82 days to be exact . .so just hang in there. .this is a waiting game so you must have patience. Best Wishes



March 23. . . USCIS CA received I-129F
June 5. . . . . Petition Approved and sent to NVC. . .WAITING
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-15 04:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFELLOW VJayers.. just want your thoughts in this..

Ok guys.. I've seen some here that have gotten their approvals/NOA2 by calling and after a few days their status online has not changed and even the dates.. some here already have their stuff sent to NVC and still the status are pending.. so I'm kinda just confused why the system is like this..because of others experiences some of us try to call and do the same because we feel that we might have the approval as well base on our timelines.. and yet we get so down because all they tell you is STILL PENDING..WAIT FOR CERTAIN AMOUNT OF DAYS or MONTHS..

So what are your thoughts on these issue..especially those that are on the same boat as I am.. thanks guys..and I'm still praying and waiting for all of us to get approved..



It is indeed a bit odd. Our petition was filed March 15, or 4 days ahead of yours and the Texas USCIS forwarded it to California and was received March 23. Approval was June 5 and NVC received our petition June 22. . . NVC sent our petition to Manila June 26. USCIS sent our approval notice thru email first in June 5 and when we checked our status , it has been changed and approved. After a week we received our NOA2 in hard copy.

Just hang in there. . .your case might still be under review. . there is a lot of background check going on before they approve the same. Keep the faith :)

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-28 23:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMy special thanks....

My special thanks to Dannyrmartin,Regie,Eddie&mary,Flakesman and Stephenjoy.... :yes: (L) Thanks for your great advice and help!!!!and to the rest vj member and staff for making this very helpful site.... :yes: :yes:


Hi,

We noticed we have almost same timeline. Lets keep in touch

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-15 18:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMore than a serious concern!
We are both sorry to hear what you are going through. The emotional turmoil must be great and we are both praying for you to make the right decision. It is hard to think straight when your heart says otherwise. . weigh your options well. You have two choices now, to let go or continue and whatever that is we will be praying for you. It is hard when the trust is broken because it takes time to earn it but there is also the word forgiveness. Think about it . .your heart and mind will guide you. At the end of the day it is you who will make the decision and its your hapiness that counts.

Praying for you,

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-17 00:07:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMARCH FILERS - NO APPOINTMENT YET
[quote name='babycakes' date='Jul 6 2007, 02:59 AM' post='1029879']
Hi,

Thanks to everyone who shared their experiences and tips on how to go about this K1 processing. I would also like to share ours, this is our progress report so far:

February 25, 2007 - Sent I-129F to USCIS - California
March 5, 2007 - Received acknowledgement letter from USCIS (NOA1)
May 23, 2007 - Received approval letter from USCIS (NOA2), forwarded the papers to NVC
June 15, 2007 - Received letter from NVC telling us papers sent to Manila Embassy
June 20, 2007 - Papers received by the embassy

As of today July 6, 2007, no packet was received and no appointment either is posted on their site. I noticed that other beneficiaries from other countries, have already their medical and interview dates. I hope and pray that ours here in the Philippines will be given this month.

Good Luck to everyone.
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Let your fiance call the Department of State 202-663-1225 press 1, press 0, press 0 - be ready with case number , to get your interview date and medical exam date, they are far ahead with dates contrary to the US Manila Embassy's website. Our friend who filed their petition second week of March already has the interview date on Spetember 12. We also filed ours March 23 and has been in the US Embassy Manila since July 10 so we are planning to call DOS by next week. Hope this helps.
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-14 04:31:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVisa Fairness
Very hard for Filipinos too. . not only Brazilians.
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-22 00:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsNOA2 APPROVED, WHAT'S NEXT????????

OK, NOA2 APPROVED WAS MAILED OUT ON THE 9TH, SO I SHOULD RECEIVE IT IN A DAY OR TWO... SO WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP? I KNOW THE INFO IS ON THIS SITE, BUT YET I FEEL MORE CONFUSED THAN EVER? SHOULD I GET MY
AFFIDAVIT OF SUPPORT READY???? PLEASE :help:



Yes, are you sure its NOA2? That is one fast NOA2. . ours took 89 days from filing to be approved. But if it is, wow, congratulations. It goes to the NVC, and after they have assigned your case number then it will be forwarded to the US embassy of the country of your fiance. Yes, send your fiance an original or certified copy of your affidavit of support. Goodluck!

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-11 23:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsQuestion Question Question

I was reading the instructions for Form 1-129F. It said, Submit a completed and signed Form G-325A for you and a completed and signed from G-325A for your fiance. Except for bane abd signature, you do not have to repeat on the Biographical Information form the information given on your Form I-129F.
Does it mean that G325 is not too important? I filled out all parts and signed but I forgot to write I-129F. I just put I-129 which was wrong. Anyone knows?

In addition, I am totally confused. Both my fiance who is USC and I have to prove that we are both free to marry. He can simply send the copy of his birth certificate. Do I have to send my birth certificate? Does it really need? It is not on the check list. I did not send my birth certificate because i thought that i need it when i have an interview at the embassy. Anyone knows? I think that only if one of each or both of us have been married before, we have to send a proof that we are free to marry.


G-325A comes in 4 copies when you print it so you just fill up on the computer the first page and your entries will automatically be reflected in the other 3 pages EXCEPT for the signature because you have to write that down yourself . This form is very important so you must submit it. . all 4 copies that will come out when you print and the affix your signature . .for both.


Proof that you are free to marry - if you have been previously married then you have to submit divorce decrees to the USCIS . . if you have not been married before then a statement of that sort will suffice. For example in the Philippines, a lady who has not been married can obtain a Certificate of No Marriage from their National Statistics Office and that is enough proof that she is free to marry.

I dont know how it works in your countr (Japan) so maybe you can ask the office that registers births, deaths and marriages if you can obtain a certification that you have never contracted marriage with anybody before.

Hope this helps
jomFemalePhilippines2007-08-07 04:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsMARCH FILERS!!!

Yes I hope next week it will bring good news for us !! I understand how you feel Elmira because we are in the same situation not touches no RFE, nothing I just hope soon we will get our NOA2 :thumbs:


Hopefully :) Let's see how many of us will get NOA-2 this week? Good luck to everyone :)



yours should be approved very soon. our k1 petition was received March 23 and approved june 5 so hang in there
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-14 05:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGoodbye and Thanks!!
We are both sorry to hear about your predicament. Someone will come along, someone who will endure because you deserve better.
jomFemalePhilippines2007-09-22 08:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsInterview time for MARCH filers

17 days to NVC!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! :girlwerewolf2xn:



Unfortunately yes. It was a bit frustrating because we saw the timelines here and most couples' petition took only 3 to 5 days to reach NVC from the USCIS. But it is there now and progressing. We hope to get our case number soon and information that it has been sent to Manila. A lot of timelines here show that after one day from receipt the NVC has sent the petition to the beneficiary's counrty. We both hope well have the same luck :)

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-26 05:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsInterview time for MARCH filers

I hope i'm one of the people that will receive a NOA2 next week.. huhuhhuh...



Hi. Our K1 was received by USCIS March 27. . .Aproved in June 5 and reveived by NVC June 22 so just hang in there. . your approval will come soon.

Best regards,

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-25 23:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsInterview time for MARCH filers

Well, NVC still does not receive my application. :innocent:
Guess I'm back in the waiting game.
what can I say? I just sit back and wait. I'm used to it anyway.
Anybody, March filers (NOA2s) please let me know if NVC receives your papers yet.
Thanks
Ism



I just got my NOA 2 in the mail and NVC letter stating that they received my packet and will now be forwarded to Sydney consulate. Both of these letters showed up at the same day because they didn't bother mailing out an NOA2 until I called to ask what the dealio!


A question for you. Our K1 was received March 23, Approved June 5, Received by NVC June 22. My question is. . when they will forward it to Manila, where beneficiary is , does the petition already has a new case number? Or is it the Manila Embassy that will assign the new case number when it will receive the petition? What about your case? Do you laready have your case number now that your petition has been forwarded to Sydney? Thank you very much

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-25 23:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsCurious about how long you've lived with SO.
Met on line October 2007
First and only visit in the Philippines ( february 2007) before k1 ( filed March 2007) was for 2 weeks.
Now, 4 months married and outrageously happy.

So we lived together, in the hotel, and travelling, for two weeks before our K1.
jomFemalePhilippines2008-03-19 18:58:00
Middle East and North AfricaGuess What????????!!!!!!!!!????????????????
After reading your post and your timeline I too had misty eyes. . im a sucker of good stories and yours is definitely one. Congratulations to you and your husband kicking.gif What a great story of endurance,faith, patience and strentgh.

Edited by jom, 15 January 2008 - 11:50 AM.

jomFemalePhilippines2008-01-15 11:49:00
Middle East and North AfricaSunday- It's Superbowl!!
Our team, Greenbay Packers lost to the Giants but since we also like the latter ( because they beat the Cowboys, lol) we will be rooting for NY Giants.
jomFemalePhilippines2008-02-03 13:49:00
Middle East and North AfricaI just lost it with my husband!
Love conquers all. Hang in there. . you will be together very soon.
jomFemalePhilippines2008-04-11 12:55:00
Middle East and North AfricaChildren from previous marriage
My husband has 4 children from two previous marriages. Two adult daughters from the first one and two sons ( 6 and 7 ) from the last one. Before I arrived here, we were already talking online, on the phone and saw each other on the cam. I had no problems with them when I finally arrived here , especially the small ones since they are with us every other weekend. My husband was very honest with them about the situation so they understood. In fact, after I exchanged vows with my husband during our wedding, I also exchanged vows with my step children. My step-daughters are on their own and the boys are well disciplined. One thing that I am thankful is that they respect me. The youngest one is like my tail smile.gif . . he also wanted to marry me, hahaha. I am very patient with them, considering their age but I also impose discipline. So far ,everthing is working great for all of us.
jomFemalePhilippines2008-04-30 21:32:00
Middle East and North AfricaFinally some pic of Nahla!!!!
What a lovely baby good.gif
jomFemalePhilippines2008-10-09 19:15:00
Middle East and North AfricaThe hijab is a symbol of oppression, sexism and perversion - Agree or disagree?
Honestly, they have their own culture , their own way of dressing and we have ours. As long as they don't meddle with how we dress I really see no oppression, sexism and perversion. Bottomline is. . . let them be .
jomFemalePhilippines2008-11-22 17:25:00
Middle East and North AfricaI lost my husband today
Be strong. You are in our prayers rose.gif and may he rest in peace.

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2008-07-27 17:30:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview date for Mid- March filers
Called the DOS today and we got information that our interciew schedule is Septemeber 11 and Packet 4 was sent July 13. .What a relief!!! DOS is tops!!!

To those who have the same timeline call DOS for interview schedule 202-663-1225 :dance:

Goodluck to us,

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-17 10:02:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Procedures9/11 Interview USE Manila
Those who are scheduled for interview at the US Embassy Manila on September 11 lets keep in touch, share some information to get ready for the big day :dance: Goodluck to us all and see you there .
jomFemalePhilippines2007-08-02 08:55:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC timeline on IR-1/CR1 visas

Uppdated:
Added micky-sabry
Added Abrar & Huma


Member Name--------------NOA2 ----- NVC Complete---Interview---Result
jaxguy ----------------- 05/31/05 ----Pending
kimmykashi-------------- 08/25/06 ----02/28/07 ---- 05/24/07 (Pending)
w1n78 ------------------ 09/05/06 ----11/16/06 ---- 03/02/07 (visa granted)
Michael and Milahjean -- 09/07/06 ----11/15/06 ---- 03/15/07 (visa granted)
Amarceau --------------- 09/07/06 ----01/11/07 ---- 03/20/07 (visa granted)
tomrein ---------------- 09/11/06 ----12/21/06 ---- 03/27/07 (visa granted)
dims1 ------------------ 09/20/06 ----12/01/06 ---- 03/19/07 (visa granted)
randynrose ------------- 09/29/06 ----02/06/07 ---- 05/24/07 (visa granted)
BelwinMills ------------ 10/12/06 ----01/17/07 ---- 05/03/07 (visa granted)
Florida-Photo ---------- 11/02/06 ----02/01/07 ---- 03/27/07 (visa granted)
PMRS ------------------- 11/08/06 ----02/13/07 ---- 05/04/07 (visa granted)
AmberBee --------------- 11/21/06 ----Pending
dougyceci -------------- 11/22/06 ----02/15/07 ---- 04/12/07 (visa granted)
Arpita & Deven --------- 11/27/06 ----02/20/07 ---- 05/24/07 (Visa granted)
anneiy ----------------- 11/28/06 ----12/27/06 ---- 04/17/07 (visa denied)
Our Mao ---------------- 12/01/06 ----02/13/07 ---- 04/13/07 (visa granted)
Bosnia ----------------- 12/05/06 ----03/14/07 ---- 03/30/07 (visa granted)
manana ----------------- 12/06/06 ----Pending
Natty Bumppo ----------- 12/06/06 ----Pending
donquijote ------------- 12/06/06 ----03/14/07 ---- 04/30/07 (visa granted)
riblet ----------------- 12/06/06 ----02/20/07 ---- 04/18/07 (visa granted)
Justo/Sheyla ----------- 12/27/06 ----02/13/07 ---- 05/07/07 (Visa granted)
StarProg --------------- 12/28/06 ----05/10/07 ---- 06/28/07 (Pending)
bsuboyus --------------- 01/16/07 ----Pending
Exodus2006 ------------- 01/16/07 ----Pending
Dennis & Ezgi ---------- 01/18/07 ----04/10/07 ---- 05/08/07
Radu & Mari ------------ 02/12/07 ----04/17/07 ---- 05/02/07 (Visa Granted)
ErnestoyAlexis --------- 02/16/07 ----05/08/07 ---- Pending
jediknight ------------- 03/11/07 ----05/15/07 ---- Pending
Karina ----------------- 03/13/07 ----Pending
jacob88 ---------------- 03/14/07 ----Pending
hcheun02 --------------- 03/22/07 ----06/01/07 ---- Pending
Miriam n Alain --------- 03/22/07 ----Pending
NYC__girl -------------- 04/03/07 ----Pending
John & Erica ----------- 04/06/07 ----Pending
Kathy & Prabh ---------- 04/10/07 ----Pending
misfitsbalzac ---------- 04/11/07 ----Pending
Richisusie ------------- 04/16/07 ----Pending
mike & elena ----------- 04/16/07 ----Pending
Singh77 ---------------- 04/17/07 ----Pending
Comelly ---------------- 04/19/07 ----Pending
sjmartins -------------- 04/25/07 ----Pending
Yocasta ---------------- 04/27/07 ----Pending
Kiya ------------------- 05/03/07 ----Pending
arwensun1965 ----------- 05/03/07 ----Pending
Mononoke28 ------------- 05/03/07 ----Pending
knowledge -------------- 05/09/07 ----Pending
Heina ------------------ 05/15/07 ----Pending
nyseness --------------- 05/16/07 ----Pending
niagara_falls ---------- 05/18/07 ----Pending
Brian & Elena ---------- 05/21/07 ----Pending
mikeandlani ------------ 05/21/07 ----Pending
khanshahid ------------- 05/24/07 ----Pending
EmilyRugBurn ----------- 05/31/07 ----Pending
MegDan ----------------- 05/31/07 ----Pending
Singha ----------------- 06/01/07 ----Pending
Trailmix --------------- 06/05/07 ----Pending
micky-sabry ------------ 06/05/07 ----Pending
virt ------------------- 06/07/07 ----Pending
Geist & Stabu ---------- 06/07/07 ----Pending
vylex ------------------ 06/12/07 ----Pending
Nilz07 ----------------- 06/12/07 ----Pending
vonicks ---------------- 06/13/07 ----Pending
dillydally ------------- 06/14/07 ----Pending
Abrar & Huma ----------- 06/15/07 ----Pending



Hi,

We have a question about the NVC process. Our petition was approved June 5 and was received by the NVC only this week, June 22. When will the petitioner and beneficiary get their case number for interview purposes? Is it the NVC that will give such case number or the consulate where the beneficiary is. We are a bit confused because we thought its the NVC that assigns the case number but we have a couple friend who said that their petition (k-1) didnt go thru the NVC and in fact is already on its way to the US embassy in Manila, Philippines where his fiancee is, but he cant also give us his MNL case number because he didnt receive one so my understanding is that their case is still at the NVC. Isnt it that all applications for a visa to enter the USA, ( save probably for tourist visas - i am not sure ) whether an immigrant visa or non-immigrant visa goes thru the NVC?

we need clarifications, thank you.

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-24 00:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresManila Interview

us embassy in manila



Thank you so much for the information :thumbs:
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-07 04:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresManila Interview
Hi all,

Our K1 visa has just been approved. I have been browsing the National Visa Center website and my question is. . which department assigns the interview schedule for the benificiary in Manila ? Is it the NVC or the US Embassy in Manila.


To those who will reply, Thank you

joeand myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-06 23:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresMarry Ex-wife's sister and bring her to the U.S.

I would have thought that, if the intent was visa fraud in the first place, the OP wouldn't have remained married to his first wife for 25 years!!

That is his strongest argument for refuting visa fraud. I don't see any issues here.

G


I believe there is no issue here. If asked about it then just answer truthfully and present later proof of a genuine engagement. If not asked. then no need to divulge anything. Just be truthful. . . thats the only way not to get into trouble.
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-16 18:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresK1 Visa Applicants

To all K1 Visa Applicants...

I have provided some links that may help you along in your K1 Visa Journey:

[CLICK HERE] - Department of State (DOS) Nonimmigran Visa Information (Overview of the K1 Process)
[CLICK HERE] - USCIS FAQ for Fiance(e) (2pg PDF File)
[CLICK HERE] - 5 Stages of the K1 Visa Process "Simplified and Theoretical" (according to Sheriff Uling)
[CLICK HERE] - VJ's K1 Visa Guide & Information (Detailed Steps for Filing)
[CLICK HERE] - VJ's K1 Visa Flowchart (General Overview)
[CLICK HERE] - VJ's K1 Visa Tips (Tips on Forms and Documents)
[CLICK HERE] - VJ's Acronym and Form Definition page (Great for New Members)

NOTE: For my fellow Phil-Am families, please check out the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide. The link is witin my signature block below.

Cheers!!!

Sheriff Uling



Thanks for people like you in this site. Your other posts with more detailed info about the process of K1 visa from filing up to the entry of the beneficiary to the states and even after is very helpful. Keep up the good work.

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-06-28 23:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout purchasing ticket going to the USA with K1 visa

You don't even need to show proof of buying a ticket at the interview. (I think that's where your question is coming from.) They will ask her when she plans on going to go to the U.S. once she gets the visa. (To see if you guys actually have a plan in place, and if she's really going!) They probably won't even ask to about a return trip at the POE, either.

While the K-1 is a "non"-immigrant visa, everyone expects the visa holder to stay in the U.S. The only reason to buy a roundtrip ticket would be if you think you may not get married (maybe?) or if it'll save you guys some cash that can be used for more important things like lumpia wraps. (I LOVE those things!)


Not as proof during the interview but for the real thing already, when visa is there. We wont be purchasing any ticket until visa has arrived , maybe book after the interview. Thanks much for the information :thumbs:
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-15 18:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresAbout purchasing ticket going to the USA with K1 visa
Hi to the experts,

K1 is a non-immigrant visa only good for 90 days and information came to us that its okay to purchase a one way ticket to the USA once the visa is approved. . is this correct? Since the K1 visa is non-immigrant and good only for 90 days and IF there is marriage, we thought a return ticket is NECESSARY because there are cases that marriage never happened within that 90 days period given to the couple.

Do clarify :whistle:

Thanks in advance for the replies

Joe and Myla
jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-14 18:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresI NEED HELP

Hello i need help i am a single mom i have 1 child my fiance put her name on our application but the problem is she is registered on my parents name...i just recieved our appointment letter and she is included there...my question is should i put her name on the DS-157 on the childs list knowing that she is registered on my parents name should i get affidavit to the lawyer that she is no longer on my custody?She is not coming with me.What should i do? For those who have same as my case please let me know what would i do this is stressing me...Thank you so much your reply would be highly appreciated...GOD BLESS



I guess what you mean is that there is simulation of birth t where your parents are the registered parents of your child in her birth certificate making her your "SISTER" . . if that is the case, your fiance should not have written her as your daughter in the petition because for all legal purposes now, she is the daughter of your parents, (your sister). . .

You still have time. .see a lawyer ASAP so the necessary documents can be made as proof if they will ask you during the interview.

Edited by joeandmyla, 16 July 2007 - 09:25 AM.

jomFemalePhilippines2007-07-16 09:20:00