ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesCFO, USEM interviews, St.Lukes
QUOTE (beckypua @ Sep 9 2007, 10:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Some requirements have changed so don't go by what you read 100%.
COs changed since then naman but aren't much different now as they were then.
They still are god and can destroy your life with a check in a box with a ball pen if you don't have your act together.
Sad but sometimes even if you do!!


This came from the old Asawa forum.


http://ducecoop.com/interview/


too bad you can no longer access the forum archives. when the forum was operating, I received alot of usefull information and good advise from Ray Bacon. if this could be said about anyone, it's him. He's the Man! good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-10 15:37:00
PhilippinesBig Day Tomorrow..
best of luck good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-12 19:18:00
PhilippinesMy Fiancee Returned Home
K-1 is one time entry. would have to petition again.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-03 15:40:00
Philippineshongkong...
It's best to tell the truth. you are declaring that when you sign the DS-156:

I understand that I am required to submit my visa to the United States Immigration Officer at the place where I apply to enter the United States, and that
the possession of a visa does not entitle me to enter the United States if at that time I am found to be inadmissible under the immigration laws. I further
understand that my adjustment of status to permanent resident alien is dependent upon marriage to a U.S. citizen and upon meeting all of the requirements
of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
I understand that any willfully false or misleading statement or willful concealment of a material fact made by me herein may subject me to permanent
exclusion from the United States and, if I am admitted to the United States, may subject me to criminal prosecution and/or deportation.I hereby certify that I am legally free to marry and intend to marry , a U.S. citizen, within 90
days of my admission into the United States.
I do solemnly swear or affirm that all statements which appear in this application have been made by me and are true and complete to the best of my
knowledge and belief.

Signature of Applicant
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-15 13:20:00
PhilippinesWARNING - ALERT - Lorraine at Embassy!!
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Sep 20 2007, 11:37 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for exposing our secret society. We're all doomed... diablo.gif Hurry up and delete pictures, remove friends, and cancel your account right away. I can't believe that you did this to us! Look at what you have done.... ohmy.gif I'm so ashamed to be a Nigoy!


laughing.gif
but on a serious note anyone referring to their fiancee as husband/wife might want to delete any photo. wink.gif

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 22 September 2007 - 07:02 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-22 19:01:00
PhilippinesI-134
DO NOT make any changes to the I-134. it is a notarized document. don't worry, the way question 11 was answered is acceptable. beleive it is the way it is shown on the example form here on VJ.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-25 13:07:00
PhilippinesK1/K3 co sponsors USEM
QUOTE (beckypua @ Sep 25 2007, 12:59 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Recent response to an email from USEM regarding exceptance of co sponsors for K3 visas.

This is in reply to your inquiry regarding co-sponsorships in K3
nonimmigrant visa cases.

Petitioners in K nonimmigrant visa cases are generally expected to
establish the adequacy of their own financial resources to ensure that
an alien, after admission into the United States, will not become
primarily dependent on the U.S. Government for subsistence. While our
immigration law does not disallow using a joint sponsor when the
petitioner cannot meet the minimum income requirement, co-sponsorships
in nonimmigrant visa cases are not legally bound to address the
financial needs of the applicant. The simple submission of Form I-134
by a co-sponsor is, therefore, not always sufficiently credible to
overcome the public charge provisions of Section 212(a)(4) of the INA.
In assessing the credibility of co-sponsorships, we look at the totality
of circumstances.

For information about financial sponsorship guidelines, you may visit
the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) website at
http://www.uscis.gov.

Immigrant Visa Correspondence Unit
Consular Section
U.S. Embassy, Manila
1201 Roxas Boulevard
Manila, Philippines

Telephone: (632) 528-6300
Fax: (632) 338-4129


good post good.gif my guess is a co-sponsor might more likely be accepted if it is an immediate relative.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-25 13:38:00
Philippinescenomar and NBI
agree with all of the above.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-17 17:07:00
Philippineshelp please
I used liquid paper and wrote in the correction. your fiance can probaby just write a 2 over the +.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-07-15 20:18:00
Philippineshelp please

i need some answer...i filled out my G325a forms and mail it to my fiance...i use the form from here...when my fiance got to see it he ask me why some of the information i have put there has a plus (+) sign...which means there are more information...were just worried that they will not accept it because more of the plus sign appears in year...for example applicats residence for the last 5 years i put 2002 but 2002 doesnt fit the form so it will look like 200+ but you can see a little of the '2' its just the plus sign covered some part of the '2'..but when he fill out the same form on his computer..he said it shows all and no plus sign appears...i dont know if they will accept the form i sent him already or do i need to fill another form? please help..thanks

cheecks


shouldn't need to be redone. my wife made a couple of mistakes on her G-325a. I just corrected them.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-07-15 19:58:00
PhilippinesChecklist for my Interview
QUOTE (beckypua @ Sep 29 2007, 04:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Looks good!

You may need a letter of consent from the father for your anak to immigrate.

Also it's WAY better, logistic wise, if anak accompanys you to the US unless you are planning to go back and get him.

Looks like you aren't planning to take anak to the interview as you don't have DS forms for him.
I suggest you look into doing so.
Easier now than mamaya!
Medical naman!


I agree with that good.gif

QUOTE (skyblue06 @ Sep 29 2007, 04:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (beckypua @ Sep 30 2007, 07:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Looks good!

You may need a letter of consent from the father for your anak to immigrate.

Also it's WAY better, logistic wise, if anak accompanys you to the US unless you are planning to go back and get him.

Looks like you aren't planning to take anak to the interview as you don't have DS forms for him.
I suggest you look into doing so.
Easier now than mamaya!
Medical naman!


We agreed that I'll be back to get him next year soon as I have my GC.....


when you AOS remember also to apply for Advance Parole in case it takes longer that expected for GC...
the K-2 to to be issued within one year from date K-1 is issued, so remember to allow enough time to set up an interview.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-09-29 19:49:00
PhilippinesYES!!!! We're approved
Congrats good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-02 14:36:00
PhilippinesWelcome to the United States
Congrats good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-02 14:37:00
PhilippinesQuestion about child
QUOTE (Tsup2 @ Oct 7 2007, 06:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My Fiance has a 3 year old son. The father is an American who abandoned her when he found out she was pregnant. The birth certificate does not list a name for the Father and is blank. I am concerned that embassy officials will want the identity of the father and require his permission for her son to leave the Philippines. He is in the United States and his whereabouts are unknown. Even if his location was known and we could contact him there is no incentive for him to assist her since if the child came to the US and paternity could be proven he would be subject to paying child support. Does the embassy require permission from Filipino fathers for their child to leave the country. Any info appreciated. Thanks


the child is in sole custody of the mother. there should not be any problem. I've been thru a similiar situation where no father is listed on the birth certificate.

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 07 October 2007 - 12:25 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-07 12:21:00
Philippines4 days till the wedding
Today would be the Big Day. Congrats on your marriage. good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-06 18:17:00
PhilippinesAffidavit of Support w/ Co sponsor
QUOTE (kits_24_faith @ Oct 5 2007, 11:05 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi. We got our NOA2 October 1 and I am going to start collecting my documents for affidavit of support while waiting to get through NVC and get our manila case number.

My questions are:

Can anyone please help us by postinng what I should include with the affidavit of support form in a list? Also I am going to use my sister as a co sponsor, can I do this? If so, besides her filling out an affidavit of support too, what other documents she needs to include? Will it be the same as mine..like for example if I were to include pay stubs and etc..she will do the same? Thank you guys in advance and God bless.


yes, you can use your sister as a joint sponsor. copy of 2006 tax return and W-2 should be fine for your sister.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-06 16:34:00
PhilippinesAPPROVED!!
Congrats good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-07 13:54:00
PhilippinesAnother Approval
Congrats good.gif when it come time to depart the Philippines, have a safe filght and happy life with your SO in the USA
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-06 19:46:00
Philippinessecond k1 process....
QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Oct 15 2007, 04:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
You need to show proof of having met. Do you have that documented? I would recommend that he come visit you.

Once you returned to the Philippines the initial petitioner is no longer involved.


I agree. the requirement of having met in the last two years will have been met if you have documention as proof.
his visiting you in the Philippines will give you stonger evidence of a genuine relationship when it comes time for the visa interview. I'm sure you'd also like to spend more time with him and have him meet your family.
best of luck with your visa journey.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-15 19:30:00
PhilippinesSt,Lukes
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 15 2007, 01:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
As previosly stated, the USE website (also the DOS website) has no infomation concerning an increase in the medical fee. Can someone please call SLEC to verify?


I tried calling but couldn't get thru. busy signals on both numbers. perhaps someone else can get thru or someone who just had medical can verify. I might be lucky I didn't get thru. my wife might be mad I used up some of her Philippine calling minutes. laughing.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-15 20:15:00
PhilippinesIs childs birth certificates needed at interview?
she will not need to submit her child's birth certificate if not applying for a visa for the child.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-16 22:23:00
Philippines$100 Visa Fee
from what I recall, proof of visa payment is not needed at the Medical. she would bring copy of appointment letter to show she has an interview.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-17 19:58:00
PhilippinesApproved NOA2 - Oct 16
Congrats good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-17 14:00:00
PhilippinesFinally here
Welcome to the USA! have a happy life here.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-16 22:27:00
Philippinesgoing home first....
QUOTE (walls1010 @ Oct 21 2007, 01:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Oct 21 2007, 10:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
yes you can. you should have plenty of time to go home and visit your family. you have six months to enter the USA once you been issued the K-1 Visa.
after going home, you'll need to attend CFO since you'll be departing the Philippines with a K-1 Visa. that's a requirement of the Philippine Govt.
best of luck. good.gif


My friend got her K1 visa in HK US Embassy and went backed to the Philippines to see her family before coming to the US and didn't take CFO....so far she's here already without any problem exiting from the Manila airport without attending the seminar.


sorry if I gave misinformation. i was going by the CFO website which says all Filipino Emigrants and spouses/fiance's of foreign nationals must register with CFO and attend a seminar before departing. http://www.cfo.gov.ph/

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 21 October 2007 - 04:43 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-21 16:39:00
Philippinesgoing home first....
yes you can. you should have plenty of time to go home and visit your family. you have six months to enter the USA once you been issued the K-1 Visa.
after going home, you'll need to attend CFO since you'll be departing the Philippines with a K-1 Visa. that's a requirement of the Philippine Govt.
best of luck. good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-21 12:35:00
Philippineswhat's NEXT? after arrival in the US
Congrats on your marriage.
yes, you can apply for your SSN. bring your passport which has your I-94 and visa and a certified copy of your marriage certificate.
here's the giude to AOS on VJ. http://www.visajourn...mp;page=k1k3aos
best of luck with AOS good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-22 16:27:00
PhilippinesAre all this requirements would be enough for my interview???
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 23 2007, 10:05 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (ryza @ Oct 23 2007, 08:13 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jessel chris @ Oct 23 2007, 06:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Oct 23 2007, 04:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 19 2007, 01:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
NOTE: The above is an except from most recent Packet 4, which can be obtain electronically from the USE website. Maybe just having transcripts from the IRS will cover not having the W2s. However, I would think that it would be a good practice to at least provide the minimum requested (especially if it's spelled out in black and white). If I were the CO, I would put you on AR until the W2s are provided.

sounds like you'd be a tough CO to have an interview with.. tongue.gif laughing.gif

I agree with you! smile.gif

good.gif

That's not true because a small contribution to the Sheriff Uling Foundation would go a long way. Hehehehe!!!


hmm... do we have some pork barrel polictics going on here. laughing.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-23 13:13:00
PhilippinesAre all this requirements would be enough for my interview???
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 19 2007, 01:03 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
NOTE: The above is an except from most recent Packet 4, which can be obtain electronically from the USE website. Maybe just having transcripts from the IRS will cover not having the W2s. However, I would think that it would be a good practice to at least provide the minimum requested (especially if it's spelled out in black and white). If I were the CO, I would put you on AR until the W2s are provided.

.


sounds like you'd be a tough CO to have an interview with.. tongue.gif laughing.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-22 15:06:00
PhilippinesWhich Form ? I134 or I864
some are scheduled CR-1 interview before K-3. here hoping you will not need to use the I-134 good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-21 13:36:00
PhilippinesMore than a journey, an odyssey begins.
It looks like you know what your up against. let us know how the tourist visa interview goes. I hope everything can work out for you. good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-28 13:55:00
Philippinesneed some advise
QUOTE (Mister Fancypants @ Oct 28 2007, 11:17 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Oct 28 2007, 10:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I can see why there might have been offensive taken about the comments made on Filipino and American family values. there are differences between traditional Filipino and American family values, but that doesn't mean there is no sense of obiligation to the family here. economic conditions are why you see so many Filipinos sacrifice being with their families to go overseas. there might not be pressure from other family members to go overseas, it can come from the obligation felt and the desire to better the sitituation of their family.
The Op has a K-1 visa in hand. I at least give her credit for not using it if she has doubts about her relationship with the petitioner. we may not agree with her lifestyle choices or what we feel is her stringing along those involved with her. at least give her credit for trying to do the right thing.



Well said, Roy, although as far as her doing the right thing - this should not be a dilemna for her. She should tell her fiance the truth and end the relationship, IMO.


agree with that good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-28 13:19:00
Philippinesneed some advise
I can see why there might have been offensive taken about the comments made on Filipino and American family values. there are differences between traditional Filipino and American family values, but that doesn't mean there is no sense of obiligation to the family here. economic conditions are why you see so many Filipinos sacrifice being with their families to go overseas. there might not be pressure from other family members to go overseas, it can come from the obligation felt and the desire to better the sitituation of their family.
The Op has a K-1 visa in hand. I at least give her credit for not using it if she has doubts about her relationship with the petitioner. we may not agree with her lifestyle choices or what we feel is her stringing along those involved with her. at least give her credit for trying to do the right thing.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-28 12:45:00
PhilippinesSuggestions for adjustment in the US
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 26 2007, 04:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 26 2007, 03:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Tsup2:

HOME: Get a youtube.com account so she can watch Filipino shows/soap operas that she likes (if interested). Some folks get the Filipino Channel via cable/Direct TV/Whatever. Oh, you'll have to get deeply involved in showing her around the city and getting her out of the house. As Haole stated, if you have a home computer, be sure to have internet connection along with a webcam and microphone so that she can chat with friends and family back home and everywhere else.

FAMILY: If she has a Smart or Globe account, tell her to keep it active and check whether her family can eload her account. That way they can text her cheaply. Consider getting an international text package with your local carrier or do a cost analysis on having that versus loading the Smart or Globe account. In addition, if your family is close by, try to keep them engaged in communicating and social events with your wife.

COUPLES: Check here on VJ to see if any couples live in your area so that the wives can mingle and hopefully develope friendships. She might be shy about this so you will have to take the lead and make it happen.

HEALTH: Work out together. Talk walks together. Potentially obtain a gym membership for her or the both of you. If she likes intramual sports, check with the local parks and recreational centers for listings.

SHOPPING: Consider finding an Asian Market where she can gather known ingredients for those awesome Filipino dishes. Also consider finding some Filipino Restuarants in your area (if any exists).

SCHOOL: Another idea is for her to enroll in ESL classes, tech school, nursing school, or whatever (if she is interested).

VOLUNTEER: You might consider checking out volunteer work for her (if she is interested) at the hospital, library, schools, YMCA, and etc (well this is at least until she is able to work).

That's all for now...

Cheers!!!

Sheriff Uling



good suggestions good.gif support your wife in any way you can.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-28 13:58:00
PhilippinesHow Much Money is Needed When Going to Exam & Interview?
The medical is $145 which is paid in peso equivalent at St Lukes. the visa application fee is $100. my wife paid in pesos at BPI.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-11-03 18:02:00
PhilippinesForm I-134 Affidavit of Support Questions
1. what you put down depends on your situation. my income was enough so I only put down my salary and left the others blank. If you do use assets, make sure to provide documentation to back it up.
2. there is no right or wrong answers. either of your examples would be acceptable. myself, I checked do intent
all expenses as necessary.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-10-22 15:17:00
PhilippinesInterview Price
There is no inteview fee per se, just the visa application fees. for CR-1 believe they are $380. have yu already paid it to NVC?
http://usembassy.sta...la/wwwfirfe.pdf

Edited by Roy and Yazi, 05 November 2007 - 07:37 PM.

sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-11-05 19:34:00
Philippinesinterview without tax return
QUOTE (Russ_M @ Nov 9 2007, 12:35 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks all! This is fantastic! Finally after all this time we now can move on with our lives together.

And thanks to all VJ members for their support and encouragement... You're all the best and my best wishes for all!

Salamat Po!


Congrats good.gif have a happy life together.
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-11-09 16:02:00
PhilippinesI am finally with my honey...
best of luck with AOS good.gif it will be a piece of cake...
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-11-10 12:42:00
PhilippinesWe have been APPROVED!!
Congrats good.gif
sunandmoonMalePhilippines2007-11-05 14:59:00