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sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-11-01 18:39:00
PhilippinesRocky_nBullwinkle has a Birthday Today!
Happy Birthday!

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-11-01 18:42:00
PhilippinesManila Embassy Interview/Visa Status
Love and Marriage … and Migrating to the U.S.
A Practical Guide to Immigration for Filipino Spouses and Fiancé(e)s of American Citizens

link to web page on US Embassy website; http://manila.usemba...v/wwwh3204.html



The Medical Examination: From US Embassy Website.

for latest update http://manila.usemba...v/wwwh3218.html



The Medical Examination

All visa applicants, regardless of age, need to complete a medical examination at the St. Luke’s Medical Center Extension Clinic (SLMCEC) before the visa interview. Applicants are advised to have their medical examinations done at least one week before their interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Manila.

SLMCEC is located at 1177 J. Bocobo Street, Ermita, Manila. They can be reached by telephone at 521-0020 and 521-8647. SLMCEC is open from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is best to arrive for your medical examination between 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Applicants are served on a first come first served basis, but the order of release of the medical reports will depend on the complexity of the results of the medical examination.

What is the cost of the medical examination at SLMCEC?

* The medical exam fee is U.S. $213.35 for adults (15 years and older) and U.S. $185.35 for children (under 15 years of age).
* SLMCEC does not accept credit card or dollar payments. The fees must be paid in Philippine pesos at the prevailing exchange rate.

What is the validity of the medical examination?

* Medical examinations are generally valid for 6 months.

Will chest x-rays be required?

* Children younger than 15 years old will not need a chest X-ray or serological test unless required by the doctor, but will instead undergo a Tuberculin Skin Test.
* According to the U.S. Public Health Service (USPHS), chest X-rays for pregnant women are not dangerous if taken with the proper shielding.
* If you have had previous X-rays, please bring them along for a comparative study.

Are blood tests required?

* A blood test to check for HIV is required for applicants that are at least 15 years old. HIV is the virus that causes the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) and impairs a person’s immunity against disease.

What should I bring to my medical examination?

* Appointment letter sent by the National Visa Center or an e-mail print out of your appointment sent by the Call Center or the appointment date shown on our website (http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.htm)
* Appropriate medical examination fee.
* Passport (valid for at least 6 months)
* Two colored pictures (2 inches x 2 inches) with a white background

What happens after I have my medical examination?

* The medical report, passport and visa pictures are normally submitted by SLMCEC to the U.S. Embassy in Manila. In most cases, only the chest x-ray film and immunization form are given to the applicants in the SLMCEC releasing section.
* The medical examination usually takes two to three working days to process, but can extend up to a few months if there are required tests that need to be completed.

What do I do if I miss my interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Manila because of prolonged and/or additional tests conducted by SLMCEC?

* Upon the release of your medical report, SLMCEC will schedule your embassy interview appointment within the next two working days. SLMCEC will give you an appointment slip. You should bring the appointment slip together with your original appointment letter to facilitate entry into the U.S. Embassy in Manila.


Last Update :: 07/23/2009

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-11-03 17:47:00
PhilippinesManila Embassy Interview/Visa Status
K-1 Interview Preparation Instructions, from Embassy Website

http://manila.usemba...ov/wwwfk1en.pdf

St, Lukes Medical Exam Walkthrough. a thread created by NinJones that members may find helpful...

http://www.visajourn...howtopic=221658
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-10-10 17:17:00
PhilippinesManila Embassy Interview/Visa Status
QUOTE (sjr09 @ Aug 15 2009, 07:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Pinay Wife @ Sep 16 2008, 11:15 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Updating list to congratulate Brian-Charisma and Filiricans. Bon voyage to Janess (OrlandoRenaldo) on the 26th.

It is also that time of the month when we start cleaning the list (to make it more manageable) by removing the names of August interviewees who have been approved and received their visas already.

Good luck to tzeksman and RickiandEva on the 17th and bevs&alex on the 18th.

Hi Filiricans! My family and I are well and thank you for asking. That's so kind of you.

VJ NAME ------------SC-----NOA1-----NOA2----Doc Ver.--Medical---Interview...Result....Visa Dlvrd

September
phil and nanz......CSC....Feb 19...Jul 03...Jul 22..Jul29-30/Aug5..Sep 02..Approved...Sep 09
Orlandorenaldo.....VSC....Apr 10...Jul 14...Jul 21.....xxx-xx......Sep 04..Approved...Sep 09
Brian-Charisma.....CSC....Aug 22...Dec 23...Feb 20.....Sep 11......Sep 16..Approved
bevs&alex..........CSC....Mar 05...Aug 06...xxx-xx.....Sep2,4,5....Sep 18
bluemist...........VSC....Jan.07...Apr 11...June 10....Sep08-09....Sep 29
prettynpink........VSC....Apr 21...Jul 28...Aug 07.....Aug19-20....Sep 29

October
AllRightsReserved..CSC....Apr 19...Aug 07...Aug 29.....Oct08-09....Oct 16
Kawawa.............CSC....Jan 18...Aug 01...Aug 19.....Aug 26......xxx-xx
lady23.............VSC....Apr 21...xxx-xx...xxx-xx.....xxx-xx......xxx-xx
jeffcloe...........CSC....Apr 29...xxx-xx...xxx-xx.....xxx-xx......xxx-xx
Mhaze..............CSC....Aug 01...xxx-xx...xxx-xx.....xxx-xx......xxx-xx

K3
VJ NAME -----------SC----I130NOA1--NOA2---I129NOA1---NOA2---NVC Cmplt--DocVer--Medical--Intrview--Result--Visa Dlvrd

ronjie.............VSC...Mar 03...xxx-xx...Mar 31...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx
Maddy and Rick.....VSC...Mar 18...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx
onizuka............xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...May 19...Jun 02...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx
Val Sandra.........xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Jun 24...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx
Nova&Neil..........xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Jul 14...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx

CR1/IR1
boyceedith.........xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....Jul 01...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Sep 04
Filiricans.........VSC...Jan 29...May 07...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....Jul 03...Aug 08...Aug13-14.Sep 10...DV
tzeksman...........xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....Jul 09...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Sep 17
RickiandEva........xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....Jul 11...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Sep 17
louiep.............xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....Jul 18...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Sep 23
shaman_goddess.....xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....Jul 14...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Sep 29
Marieford_20.......xxx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...Sep 29
xylide.............xxx...Feb 15...Apr 23...xxx-xx...xxx-xx....xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx-xx...xxx xx

LET'S FLY TOGETHER
VJ Name----------Date of Flt.------Flt. No. (Time)-----POE-----Final Destination

September
RyaNriza...........Sep 01..........NW 002 ( 7:55 am)...LAX.....Mesa, AZ
stevent............Sep 01..........KE xxx (12:30 am)...ATL.....Tennessee
marea..............Sep 03..........PR 104 (10:30 pm)...SFO.....Ohio
dbears.............Sep 04..........NW 072 ( 6:35 am)...DTW.....Princeton, NC
gabriela...........Sep 12..........PR 102 (10:00 pm)...LAX.....Los Angeles, CA
ron................Sep 17..........JL 746 ( 9:00 am)...DCA.....Columbia, SC
leejoy.............Sep 17..........JL 746 ( 9:00 am)...DCA.....Columbia, SC
Filiricans.........Sep 26..........NW 072 ( 6:35 am)...DTW.....Orlando, FL
OrlandoRenaldo.....Sep 26..........xx xxx (00:00 xx)...xxx.....Raleigh/Durham, NC
lokashadow.........Sep 27..........JL 746 ( 9:00 am)...HOU.....

Can you update our timeline salamat po.



the timeline hasn't been updated in months. there just didn't seem to be any interest by members in having a group timeline. too bad. I found it helpful back when I was going thru the process.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-08-24 19:18:00
PhilippinesGood credit cards?
QUOTE (Bonksnp @ Oct 27 2009, 01:31 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi,

Just wondering how to choose a good credit cards and open an account to use as one of the proof of our marriage

. Any recommendations?

Thanks smile.gif


really do not need to open a new account. your spouse can have card issued in your name from an existing account. if you want to establish credit in your name, a secured credit card is a good way to start.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-10-27 15:38:00
PhilippinesIntroduction and a few questions
My wife and daughter also flew PAL. my considerations were the ease of transfer when they flew from Davao to Manila. then a direct from Manila to SFO. it was just a hop, skip and jump for me to pick them up at the airport.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-18 18:23:00
PhilippinesAmerican Filipina relationship user manual
QUOTE (charles! @ Mar 3 2009, 04:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (pepe N pilar @ Mar 3 2009, 04:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Mykuls Merry Ann @ Mar 3 2009, 05:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
So if it dont fit ...


offtopic45vn.gif "If it don't fit, you must acquit!"

my version of it is: if it don't fit, use more lube. good.gif



sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-03 19:28:00
PhilippinesAmerican Filipina relationship user manual
QUOTE (elar14 @ Mar 3 2009, 03:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (sunandmoon @ Mar 3 2009, 05:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (sunandmoon @ Mar 3 2009, 03:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
statements way off base. the title of your thread " American Filipina User Guide " was not the right choice.


my bad, American Filipina Relationship User Manual.



it was meant to be a tongue in cheek statement, but hey, i cant help it if you have no sense of humor.


oh well, my bad again... tongue.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-03 18:20:00
PhilippinesAmerican Filipina relationship user manual
QUOTE (sunandmoon @ Mar 3 2009, 03:04 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
statements way off base. the title of your thread " American Filipina User Guide " was not the right choice.


my bad, American Filipina Relationship User Manual.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-03 18:12:00
PhilippinesAmerican Filipina relationship user manual
QUOTE (rheanick @ Mar 3 2009, 10:34 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I dont really agree with the description of lambing here. Lambing is being affectionate either the "sweet" way or the "brutal" way.

Affectionate or "sweet" lambing could be lots of hugs, sweet talks, compliments all over the place, touches. Lambing in a brutal way.. she would be hitting you with her palm or fist in an affectionate way. Not really meant to harm you.
For oyur description of lambing, you married a woman who does not know what she wants. No offense meant to your wife if this is her way of lambing. Tell her to make up her mind.

- This is the filipina wife speaking.

LAMBING


ah...lambing. next to tampo, probably the second most misunderstood cultural phenomenon of the filipina lifestyle. lambing is when she asks to leave, so you do, then she wants you by her, but she tells you to leave again. or she wants you to take her to a restaurant, so you do, but when you get there she doesnt want to go in so you, frustrated, take her home all angry, and she is angry too, because she wanted to go to the restaurant. honestly, after like 3 years, i dont understand it at all. again, ladies, just be open and honest and direct instead of all that lambing stuff. not "when you go to her she says go away, leave me alone, but when you leave she comes running to you and asking you not to leave"



That has always been my understanding of lambing. good.gif OP, your right there is some misunderstanding about making lambing. whistling.gif
I undestand they may be from your personal observations, but I also find some of your other statements way off base. the title of your thread " American Filipina User Guide " was not the right choice. you have made far too many generaliztions, which I doubt apply to most couples, IMHO.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-03 18:04:00
PhilippinesWHAT IF.......
now the OP is a Hater? I don't remember her expressing hate towards anyone. geez, give it a rest people. whistling.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-20 13:02:00
PhilippinesWHAT IF.......
Just a question for the OP, noticed in your timeline that your I-130 was submitted 2-24-09. you received your NOA1 on 3-08-09. just wondering what's the motivation for the thread? seems early in the process to be frustrated or impatient.
just curious... maybe I shouldn't be, since in the previous post was pic of cat... tongue.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-14 15:35:00
PhilippinesLast day in my hometown :(
have a safe flight and welcome to the USA...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-09-02 12:55:00
PhilippinesForms that I need (A little mixed up)
you guessed right. you do not need the DS-230 in Manila.

Edited by sunandmoon, 22 March 2009 - 11:58 AM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-22 11:58:00
PhilippinesConfused about document verification fee
there is no document verification fee at the present time.


this should be moved to the Philippine Forum.

Edited by sunandmoon, 22 March 2009 - 01:15 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-22 13:14:00
PhilippinesCan I divorce my wife for cooking fish?
huh.gif I'm confused, so it's not a legitimate grounds for divorce? damn, I had my wife believing it is... please, no one tell her...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-21 00:11:00
PhilippinesCan I divorce my wife for cooking fish?
remember for better or worse.... tongue.gif laughing.gif there seems to be a simple solution...


sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-01-10 14:34:00
Philippinesconfuse about PDOS and CFO
QUOTE (Mitchamy @ Oct 7 2008, 08:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (melissa/martin @ Oct 8 2008, 09:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello everyone! I just want to ask if I can do the CFO before my interview? Isn't PDOS and CFO the same? Please enlighten me because I'm confused about the two. Thanks!



PDOS are only for FILIPINO OVERSEAS CONTRACT WORKERS.


those who are fiance or spouse of a Foreign National will attend a Guidance and Counseling Seminar.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2008-10-08 17:24:00
Philippineslost after NVC Receipt
QUOTE (NemesisUSAF @ Mar 23 2009, 12:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I received the NOA1 NOA2 and NVC receipt with my MNL case # but am totally lost even after reading the guides on what to do next...I know I have to mail my fiancee the copy of the K1 packet I submitted along w/ I-134, proof of payment of the $455, another letter affirming that I still desire to marry her, 3+ recent pay stubs, copys of the NOA1 2 and NVC receipts.

After that I am totally lost on whether to do document verification and how, how to schedule the medical and then the interview, and then the CFO briefing...

Any help would be greatly appreciated as Im pulling my hair out right now.


there is no document verification. check the link provided by YUandDan. good.gif

then post any specific questions you may have in the forum.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-23 15:06:00
PhilippinesWhen a Filipino says 'it's ok' for no
another Filipina trait is pointing with lips. this apparently is taught at a very young age...


sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-01-17 16:51:00
PhilippinesWithdrawal of Application
post 8, 19 and 37. there seems to be a discrepancy. whistling.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-25 15:42:00
Philippinesk-2 interview questions US Embassy Manila
what and how many questions probably depend on the age of the child. from what I've seen posted in the past, young children are asked one or two simple questions. our daughter, 10 at the time of the interview, was asked one question by the CO, " how old are you?"
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-28 22:12:00
PhilippinesVisitor Visa
QUOTE (jfiala @ Mar 29 2009, 12:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (sunandmoon @ Mar 29 2009, 11:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
it depends if the person can show significant ties to the Philippines. reasons to return home before the visa expires. a tourist visa can be hard to obtain in the Philippines, but not impossible. depends on the individual's circumstances.


Well her parents live there in and she has a a child that lives with her parents. She is renting an apartment. I am not sure how much money she will actually need in her bank account for her to be convincing in her interview if everything else about her situation is convincing in the interview. I was wondering also about how long it takes for the process if she is successful?


this is just an observation, but recent deposits into a bank account would be a red flag to a CO. from the information you provided, it seems unlikely she would be able to get a tourist visa. not sure at the present time what the wait is for a visitors visa.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-29 14:09:00
PhilippinesVisitor Visa
it depends if the person can show significant ties to the Philippines. reasons to return home before the visa expires. a tourist visa can be hard to obtain in the Philippines, but not impossible. depends on the individual's circumstances.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-29 13:55:00
PhilippinesVisitor Visa
US Embassy
http://manila.usemba...v/wwwhniv7.html
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-29 13:24:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
if anyone knows a popular or interesting thraed, please feel free to add...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-30 14:56:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
Medical Exam at St Lukes. topic starter mariquita linda
http://www.visajourn...howtopic=187092

Share your Recipes, topic starter neenuh
http://www.visajourn...howtopic=186610
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-30 14:27:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
Pinoy Restaurants and Directory Thread. topic starter oopinkoo

http://www.visajourn...howtopic=154793
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-26 13:31:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
Bisaya Ispisyal Thread. topic starter Happy Dancer
http://www.visajourn...howtopic=152162
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-26 13:03:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
Pinay Ako Thread. topic starter Rocky n Bullwinkle
http://www.visajourn...howtopic=173026
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-26 12:44:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
the Pinoy Ako thread was a popular thread. any ideas of what threads to provide links?

the pinned thread section of the forum could use some cleaning up. no need for both off topic and say anything threads. the Manila Embassy Thread never really caught on. members seem to express interest in CFO, St Lukes and Embassy Interviews. Maybe threads could be started for each where members could be post their experiences. If they were pinned, it would be more readily accessible to members looking for info about them.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-24 18:09:00
PhilippinesCreating Pinned Thread with links to threads
this is just an idea. Creating a Pinned thread with links to threads that members have shown an interest. there have been several interesting topics in the forum, but after time they drift into the back pages. just today I noticed a thread about sharing recipes. I know there have been threads about it in the past. In the pinned thread, the title could be posted with a description of subject of the thread. then provide a link to the thread. what does everyone think?
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-23 14:52:00
Philippinestraveling to the Philippines next week! about pasalubongs
Victoria Secret lotions 5/$30.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-28 22:59:00
PhilippinesAir 21 fees
Air 21 is used to deliver the Visa. hopefully someone will post the rates.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-31 17:19:00
PhilippinesAre you a rabbit or a turtle?
guess it depends or whether going up or down and how many floors. how if you asked me if I was rabbit or turtle when it comes to.... devil.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-30 14:12:00
PhilippinesVermont Servicing Center cashed my check now what?
you should receive snail mail of your NOA1 within a couple of weeks.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-04-05 00:24:00
Philippinesmy fiancees children
QUOTE (mahal007 @ Mar 28 2009, 10:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Haole @ Mar 28 2009, 01:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mahal007 @ Mar 28 2009, 07:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiancee has a 16 and 15 years old kids that i
inclluded on the petition.are they going to be interviewed also?
Or just my fiancee?

They'll have the medical and be interviewed also.

Hi thanks for the respond.are they getting interviewed the same day as
My fiancee or they have to get their own schedule date?


if they are applying for visa at same time as your fiance, then the interview would be at the same time as your fiance's.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-03-28 13:07:00
PhilippinesAre you really a Filipino?
QUOTE (Mariel_Esteban @ Apr 5 2009, 10:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Want to know just how Filipino you are? Take this less-than-scientific quiz to rate your Filipinoness. You might just be surprised at the results!

Scoring: Give yourself 3 points if you can relate to the following characteristics yourself, 2 points if it relates to an immediate family member (mom or dad) and 1 point if you know of someone who has the characteristic.

(NOTE: This quiz was taken from "The Philippine Review," August 1995 edition.)

MANNERISMS & PERSONALITY TRAITS:

8. You're standing next to eight big boxes at the airport.
9. You collect items from hotels or restaurants "for souvenir's sake."
10. Your house has a distinctive aroma.
11. You smile for no reason.
17. You go bowling
20. You prefer to sit in the shade instead of basking in the sun

Home furnishings
55. You own a karaoke system.
63. You have a shrine to the Santo Nino in your living room

FAMILY:
91. You put hot dogs in your spaghetti.
94. You order things like tapsilog, longsilog, or tocilog at restaurants.
99. Your cupboards are full of corned beef hash, Spam and Vienna Sausages.
100. "Goldilocks" means more to you than just a character in a fairy tale.
101. You appreciate a fresh pot of hot rice.
108. You have a supply of frozen lumpia in the freezer
111. You eat purple yam-flavored ice cream.
115. You know that "chocolate meat" isn't really made with chocolate.

249-345 points: Welcome to America! Judging from your high score, you are an obvious transplant from the Philippines. There is no doubt what your ethnic identity is! You're Filipino, through & through.

173-258 points: Congratulations, you've retained most of the Filipino traits and tendencies your family has instilled in you.

170 and under: You have OFT (Obvious Filipino Tendencies). Go with the flow to reach full Filipino potential. Prepare for assimilation; resistance is futile.


guess I score 48 points...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-04-06 00:35:00
PhilippinesKeeping the PEACE in Philippine Forum is it possible?
back when I was going through the process, the forum was pretty peaceful. I've notice in the past year, the disruptions seem to come in cycles. can the forum ever remain peaceful. from what I've observed, I'm sad to say, probably not...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2009-04-05 23:52:00