ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
USCIS Service CentersCALLING VERMONT SERVICE CENTER
QUOTE (jab1976 @ Jun 13 2008, 12:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I WILL TRY TO CALL VERMONT SERVICE CENTER LATER TODAY, CAN ANYONE TELL ME HOW I CAN GET IN TOUCH WITH AN IMMIGRATION OFFICER OR ADJUDICATOR AT VERMONT VIA THE PHONE? I HATE TO SPEAK TO THE CUSTOMER SERVICE REP. MOST OF THE TIME, THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO GIVE YOU ANY INFO.


Please post the info that you will get from them. We do have the same timeline and hope we'll get our NOA2 soon. star_smile.gif
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-06-16 08:33:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHaving my fiance on the interview
QUOTE (rebelheart @ Aug 24 2008, 09:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Me and my 4 yr old went to the interview with my husband now. It does a big advantages to the benefiaciary. It helps to in my end because my son whis so young being interviewed too and asked if he knows the guy, my son answer the immigration officer "that's my daddy and mention my husband name" =D , it shows sincerity on both parties that you give full support on this visajourney, and the officer open-eyes to the situation. Even my husband is being asked more than me.

They will allow the petitioner to be inside the interview premises, and they could asked him to be outside too if he wants to interview the beneficiary alone and they will asked him to go inside again for being interview together. More importantly to beneficiary like us, interviewer just wanna know if you know well your husband-to-be in terms of previous marriages or family background.

Goodluck! Go to the interview with your partner. rose.gif


Thanks a lot. You've answered my question well.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-08-24 19:33:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHaving my fiance on the interview
QUOTE (Yiyi and Chris @ Aug 24 2008, 09:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
When I went for my interview (tourist visa --wich i got denied-- sad.gif ) the officers were really nice, trying to get us in the immigrant line, treating us really, really, really nice!!! Except for the denial the experience was pretty good (lol), they don't treat you the same if you are alone!

p.S: I was with my husband!


I guess the treatment will be a bit different when someone is with the foreign looking petitioner. yes.gif
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-08-24 08:31:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHaving my fiance on the interview
QUOTE (Brad and Vika @ Aug 24 2008, 08:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Aug 24 2008, 08:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm planning to have my fiance on the interview. Is this an advantage or disadvantage on our part? Somebody told me that it is not good to have the fiance appear on the interview because you will be interrogated separately and checked if your answers coincides. All I knew before was that the couple will be asked together. Anyone can help me answer this question? I get nervous thinking about it.


All I remember reading is that it can't hurt to have both of you present. At worst your fiance' will be asked to wait while you are questioned. There are LOTS of USCs who go to the interview, and I am going to my fiance's interview in Kiev. Don't worry.


A friend who recently had her interview said that she saw a foreign guy(she assumed that was the petitioner) was just outside the room while the CO interviewed the beneficiary inside. I get confused on what will really happen during interview. Still, I want my hunny to be with me to support me.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-08-24 08:14:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHaving my fiance on the interview
QUOTE (Yiyi and Chris @ Aug 24 2008, 08:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I think it is definetly and advantage, ppl at the embassy will see that he is commited, that the engagement is not fake... I have heard tons of successful stories when both (beneficiary and petitioner) are together

In my case, I'd have my husband with me...



Thanks, this is very promising.

QUOTE (ED*Riza @ Aug 24 2008, 08:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello,

My fiance then( husband now ) was with me and for me it helped for confidence hahaha . We were on one room and it went well mas marami pa ang tanong sa kanya but basic questions lang talaga. God bless and don't worry.


Hope this will happen to me too. Thanks for the reply.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-08-24 08:11:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHaving my fiance on the interview
I'm planning to have my fiance on the interview. Is this an advantage or disadvantage on our part? Somebody told me that it is not good to have the fiance appear on the interview because you will be interrogated separately and checked if your answers coincides. All I knew before was that the couple will be asked together. Anyone can help me answer this question? I get nervous thinking about it.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-08-24 07:31:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHandwritten DS 157 and DS 156k
QUOTE (Freddy007 @ Nov 7 2008, 09:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Did you pay the 131 for VISA fee and get your 157 stamp from bank?
Did you play DV a month in advance?
If you need help e-mail me I allready help 10 people in the process.

Done already a month ago. Thanks!

QUOTE (IzelNAl @ Nov 7 2008, 11:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Be sure you have the latest version of Adobe Acrobat Reader installed on your computer. I spent over an hour working with Izel on these forms only to find out that the computer she was working on didn't have Adobe Reader installed. Here is the link:


http://www.adobe.com.../readstep2.html


Yeah, I've heard new adobe version will help. Thanks for the link!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-10 06:42:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHandwritten DS 157 and DS 156k
QUOTE (Freddy007 @ Nov 7 2008, 09:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yes it is OK,

Make sure it's BLACK pen and and writen very readable.

We just did it less then 2 weeks ago.

Good luck.


Great! Thanks for the prompt reply. I really appreciate it. Congratulations!

Edited by Eric & Althea, 06 November 2008 - 08:42 PM.

Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-06 20:40:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionHandwritten DS 157 and DS 156k
Hi guys! I will soon to have my interview and I don't know if it is okay to do handwriting on DS 157 and DS 156K forms. I have a problem filling them up online. I can't type any letters on the fields even I have my cursor on it. I have no idea what's the problem. So, I might just write on it than wasting my time figuring out how can I type. I was able to fill-up DS 156 form online and printed it with barcode. I had no problem with that except for DS 157 and DS 156K. Thanks for the help!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-06 20:34:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionRequirements for civil wedding.
QUOTE (pushbrk @ Nov 10 2008, 09:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Nov 10 2008, 03:46 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello guys! I and my fiance plan to get married in the court first after a week when I get to the USA. Is it possible that we can do it in a week if we'll do it in Washington DC? What are the requirements? Do they need birth certificate and Cenomar? Please enlighten me. Thanks!



Do a google search for "marriage in Washington DC".



I found it. thanks!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-10 08:17:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionRequirements for civil wedding.
Hello guys! I and my fiance plan to get married in the court first after a week when I get to the USA. Is it possible that we can do it in a week if we'll do it in Washington DC? What are the requirements? Do they need birth certificate and Cenomar? Please enlighten me. Thanks!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-10 06:46:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionBringing an injectable birth control meds
QUOTE (gigracer @ Nov 28 2008, 07:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Nov 27 2008, 10:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I wonder if it's possible to bring Depo-Injection (for birth control) to the US. Any ideas? Thanks!

Hi, you don't need to bring any contraceptive if you don't wanna get preggy. THere's a new method that wud only cost you $250 but that is good for 5 yrs.You can go to the health dept. for free but they will base it on you hubby's income to avail it.


Five years is long. We just need 2-3 years of birth control. Two-fifty is cheap though for 5 years of birth control. That is very interesting!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-28 08:42:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionBringing an injectable birth control meds
Mmmm... I get scared reading some of the answers but thanks I will just have the injection before I will leave and find out later how and where to get the following dose when I get there already. Thanks for all the prompt reply.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-27 22:11:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionBringing an injectable birth control meds
QUOTE (reeses16 @ Nov 27 2008, 11:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I don't know. But why would you bring it with you, you can get it from a doctor in the US?


Hunny said it's expensive there. Do you have any idea how expensive it is?
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-27 11:03:00
US Embassy and Consulate DiscussionBringing an injectable birth control meds
I wonder if it's possible to bring Depo-Injection (for birth control) to the US. Any ideas? Thanks!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-27 10:56:00
Philippinesnursing books reprinted in PI
Hi! I am also a nurse.. passer of all nursing exams though. I heard from some of my nurse friends who went to Saipan (US territory) to take NCLEX exam, they have their books (printed in the Philippines) left in the airport when the custom personnel saw it. That's why when I took the exam in Hong Kong I did not bring any book anymore but just my notes. My advise is just to keep the books somewhere in your luggage and not to flaunt them. I guess they are strict to those who are not white. You may take the risk and the worst consequence is just they will confiscate the books, that's all I guess.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-05-30 08:56:00
PhilippinesCFO Seminar
Thank you all for the informative response. I have a follow up question. Can my fiance' go with me to the seminar and counseling?
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-06-15 09:21:00
PhilippinesCFO Seminar
Hello everyone! I just want to ask how many days it will take to have the CFO seminar? Will it take a whole day? Where is the CFO office in Manila and in Cebu? I want to get the exact addresses for future reference. Your reply would be appreciated. Thank you very much!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-06-11 09:49:00
PhilippinesNOA2..NOA2..NOA2...
Hi girls! I have the same signs and symptoms....hehehe....Everytime I feel anxious of waiting, I always claim God's promise that there is always a right time for everything and that's His time. God knows what lies ahead and so to wait and pray are the best things to do to alleviate this paranoia...
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-05 09:44:00
PhilippinesList of March and April Filers
Hi there! Can we see a new updated list? Still we haven't gotten our NOA 2. crying.gif
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-01 09:00:00
PhilippinesList of March and April Filers
I am anxiously waiting for our NOA2. huhuhu
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-06-28 11:44:00
PhilippinesList of March and April Filers
Can I join here? We got our NOA1 on March 17 and we are still waiting for NOA2... I will definitely check this thread from time to time.

Edited by Eric & Althea, 16 June 2008 - 06:09 AM.

Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-06-16 06:08:00
PhilippinesWe got our NOA2s!!!!!!!
I feel happy for you! whistling.gif Congratulations! kicking.gif
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-17 06:16:00
PhilippinesWe got our NOA2s!!!!!!!
QUOTE (o0pink0o @ Jul 3 2008, 10:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
i was browsing VJ when my messenger said i have 2 emails. it says its from CRIS. at first i was afraid to open them because i don't want RFE lol! OMG! we are approved!!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif i just prayed last nyt and told God that i soo miss my husband and i wanna be with him so soon and look at his response , APPROVALS!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

my mom and i jumped and jumped till we got tired lolz! (nakapagexercise tuloy ako ng wala sa oras laughing.gif ).

God works in mysterious ways. to all who are still waiting, don't lose hope and have faith on Him.
thank you thank you po to all who helped me heart.gif


I'm happy for you pink. Hope we'll get ours too.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-03 07:18:00
PhilippinesCFO Stamp
QUOTE (jamesNrei @ Dec 3 2008, 08:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
1 hour, or less. Download the form from cfo (Philippine based emigrant form) website , print it and fill in the data. so when you get to CFO, just present the completed form, your passport, the green certificate, photocopy of visa and passport, and just wait for the sticker.


This is very informative! Thanks a lot!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-12-02 20:11:00
PhilippinesCFO Stamp
I will soon to have my visa and I will need to have my passport stamped from CFO. I am done with the seminar from PRISM and I have my certificate already. I will be going to their office in the afternoon, how long will it take to have my stamp? Will I be able to finish even if I go there at 1:00 pm? What other requirements they need there. Please share your insights. Thanks a lot!

Edited by Eric & Althea, 02 December 2008 - 09:30 AM.

Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-12-02 09:27:00
PhilippinesAnyone flying to DETROIT, MI?
QUOTE (yankee @ Dec 6 2008, 11:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Dec 5 2008, 11:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Guys! I got my visa yesterday kicking.gif Is there anyone who will fly on the 12th of Dec to Detroit. Wish I could be with someone from Philippines... star_smile.gif



Wow, congrats..that's my Mom's bday...have a safe trip here!!!



A big thanks yankee!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-12-05 22:32:00
PhilippinesAnyone flying to DETROIT, MI?
Guys! I got my visa yesterday kicking.gif Is there anyone who will fly on the 12th of Dec to Detroit. Wish I could be with someone from Philippines... star_smile.gif
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-12-05 22:15:00
Philippinesmedical at st lukes
Hi jab, I remember when I had my medical there was a couple who had their baby went through a DNA test. I have no idea what are the criteria of undergoing DNA test. Just want to inform that some cases happened that way. God bless!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2009-01-14 12:12:00
Philippineswhere did you met your wife/husband/fiancee
can I join here? I met my fiance in adventistsingles.org. I've been a member there since my college days (6 years ago) but I found my love on March of 2007. That's when all started.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-06-19 06:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDisapproved or Denied
QUOTE (john_and_marlene @ Jul 14 2008, 11:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Jul 14 2008, 09:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (john_and_marlene @ Jul 14 2008, 10:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
A denial will take the same time as an approval. Don't read anything into the length of time it is taking other than that they are backlogged.


So, denial can happen in USCIS as opposed to the other reply earlier???


Yes, denial can and does happen at USCIS. There have been posts here on VJ of petition denials. In the cases of denial, either they were not eligible to submit the petition or they did not supply some critical document or did not respond adequately to an RFE.

Some reasons for denial:

1. Not legally able to marry at the time the petition was submitted. There have been some to submit the application before a final decree of divorce or before a statutory waiting period has been satisfied.

2. Permanent resident filing petition only allowed for USCs

3. Filing a second K1 within 2 years or more than 2 without an IMBRA waiver request.

4. Not meeting in person within the past 2 years.


The reasons for denial are not arbitrary. If you meet the requirements, you will be approved. It's just a matter of waiting.



We don't belong to the 4 reasons mentioned above except that I was previously petitioned for K1 visa a year ago. My ex-fiance got married already and "petitioned"(term???) another girl who got an expired working visa in the US.

My question is will my present fiance's petition be denied because he is petitioning a girl who has been petitioned under K1 a year ago???
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-15 05:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDisapproved or Denied
QUOTE (fwaguy @ Jul 14 2008, 10:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Jul 14 2008, 09:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (john_and_marlene @ Jul 14 2008, 10:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
A denial will take the same time as an approval. Don't read anything into the length of time it is taking other than that they are backlogged.


So, denial can happen in USCIS as opposed to the other reply earlier???


Two steps.

Petition can be approved or denied at the USCIS.

Visa can be approved or refused at the consulate.


This is what I knew of since the beginning. That's why I am anxious.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-14 09:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDisapproved or Denied
QUOTE (john_and_marlene @ Jul 14 2008, 10:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
A denial will take the same time as an approval. Don't read anything into the length of time it is taking other than that they are backlogged.


So, denial can happen in USCIS as opposed to the other reply earlier???
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-14 09:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDisapproved or Denied
QUOTE (~Laura and Nick~ @ Jul 14 2008, 10:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We were approved in 3 months from VSC...others have waited 7 or 8...it's a guessing game really.
Don't stress over it....compared to the rest of your lives this time is relatively short. Even after NOA2, you still have some more waiting to do, more paperwork, etc. etc.

Have faith in your love and take each day as it comes.

Best of luck to you smile.gif


Thanks for the words of encouragement. I really need these right now.

QUOTE (fwaguy @ Jul 14 2008, 09:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Jul 14 2008, 08:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (johnichka @ Jul 14 2008, 09:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just be patient. Waiting is tough, but virtually no one on the initial K1 petition gets denied at the Service Centers. We waited 241 days, close to 8 months. Your time frame should be quicker, but who knows. Good luck.


We were expecting last month since he filed in VSC and now it's the fourth month and still no NOA2. huhuhu! Thanks anyways..


If you lower your expectations the chances of being disappointed are greatly reduced


Clear copy! good.gif

QUOTE (chris-lei @ Jul 14 2008, 10:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
If it will give you a peace of mind, call USCIS.

Goodluck! good.gif


That's what my hunny bunny will do today!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-14 09:35:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDisapproved or Denied
QUOTE (johnichka @ Jul 14 2008, 09:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Just be patient. Waiting is tough, but virtually no one on the initial K1 petition gets denied at the Service Centers. We waited 241 days, close to 8 months. Your time frame should be quicker, but who knows. Good luck.


We were expecting last month since he filed in VSC and now it's the fourth month and still no NOA2. huhuhu! Thanks anyways..
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-14 08:50:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsDisapproved or Denied
How do we know if the petition is being disapproved or denied? Does a long wait means disapproval? Please enlighten us as we are stressed already for the long wait. Thanks folks.
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-07-14 08:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNorth West Airlines Baggage Concern
QUOTE (Confucian @ Nov 30 2008, 10:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Don't forget that besides your check-in luggage, you can also carry onto the airplane both (1) a duffel bag and (2) a backpack.


Oh really? That is great! Thanks for the infos!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-30 00:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNorth West Airlines Baggage Concern
QUOTE (dsd^rjp @ Nov 30 2008, 10:12 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Nov 29 2008, 08:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I will fly to the USA soon and my concern is how much baggage I can carry with NWA flight. How much would it cost if I have an excess kilos of baggage? What tips can you give with my upcoming travel? Thanks a lot!


are you going to have connecting flight (domestic)?.. please note that you will have less allowed baggage weight once you are flying in domestic flight.

have a safe trip! star_smile.gif


Yeah, I thought about that... but it will not be that expensive maybe. Thanks!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-29 21:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNorth West Airlines Baggage Concern
QUOTE (DARUMA07 @ Nov 30 2008, 10:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Eric & Althea @ Nov 29 2008, 07:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I will fly to the USA soon and my concern is how much baggage I can carry with NWA flight. How much would it cost if I have an excess kilos of baggage? What tips can you give with my upcoming travel? Thanks a lot!



YOu are allowed 2 checked bags @ 50 lbs. each. Check their website for the excess charges. www.nwa.com Good luck on your trip!


This is great! Thanks for the prompt reply!
Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-29 21:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNorth West Airlines Baggage Concern
I will fly to the USA soon and my concern is how much baggage I can carry with NWA flight. How much would it cost if I have an excess kilos of baggage? What tips can you give with my upcoming travel? Thanks a lot!

Edited by Eric & Althea, 29 November 2008 - 08:53 PM.

Eric & AltheaFemalePhilippines2008-11-29 20:50:00