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National Visa Center (Dept of State)Notification from TSC

Does anyone know if I will receive an email and/or text notification when TSC sends my petition to NVC?   Or do I have to keep checking USCIS website or start calling NVC for case number?  Thanks in advance.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-24 20:39:00
National Visa Center (Dept of State)TSC Transfers

We were transferred from VSC to TSC on 6/21, NOA2 - 7/12 and I received the notification that it was sent to NVC today.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-01 17:44:00
Philippinesdotting all the i's

I've been wondering the same thing.  I really didn't want her to wait in the long line, just to be turned away and come back again.   I'm very curious to see what the answer is.  

 

Congrats on getting this far, my case was transferred to Texas on 6/21/13, still waiting for NOA2. 


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-06-29 19:44:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR - SENIMAR

Ok, well as it turns out, they got her name wrong.  They found someone with the same first name, but the surname of that person was her middle name.  That person is 16 years old.  Thats why they wanted her to go through a seminar first.  But I thought you had to be at least 18 to get married in the Philippines?   Anyway, she complained and received the correct CENOMAR in her name within 30 minutes.  Everything is good now.  Just waiting for case number.


Edited by aplummerjr, 02 August 2013 - 02:41 PM.

aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-02 14:38:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR - SENIMAR

 

I am curious about something that you said. You stated when she went to NSO and received her BC and NBI. I was understanding that you can only get your NBIC from NBI and not NSO. Maybe there was a NBI office next to NSO?

 

Sorry, yes you are correct.  She received NBI in Quezon City, then went nearby to NSO and received Birth Certificate, they told her to come back in 3 days to get Cenomar and have the "senimar".  She is on her way there now, she will let me know what happens.  In my opinion, I think she misunderstood what they told her and there is no senimar.  Stay tuned!  :)


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-01 22:07:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR - SENIMAR

I'll let everyone know what happens.  I'm very curious as well.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-01 12:25:00
PhilippinesCENOMAR - SENIMAR

My fiancee went to NSO on Tuesday to get Birth Certificates, NBI and CENOMAR.   She received BC and NBI with no problems.  They told her to come back on Friday to attend a 5 hour seminar before they give her the CENOMAR.  Has anyone else went through this?   Whats it about?

 

They said there is no charge so its not the CFO.  I'm confused because I read VJ a lot and have never heard of this before.

 

Anyone??


Edited by aplummerjr, 01 August 2013 - 10:12 AM.

aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-01 10:11:00
PhilippinesSchedule Interview / BPI

If i have to call and schedule, can I call to schedule (Petitioner) or does she need to do it?


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-20 21:48:00
PhilippinesSchedule Interview / BPI

My fiancee paid the visa fee at BPI late Friday afternoon.  I waited until Monday evening and tried to schedule the interview, but it says invalid receipt number.  So I tried again Tuesday night (which is now) and still same thing.   Is this because of the US Embassy being closed due to flooding on 8/19, 8/20 and the holiday on 8/21?  I assumed BPI would be the one updated the receipt number in their system.  Does the Embassy have something to do with that also because its scheduling through their site?    Any help would be appreciated.  I did check all the info many times, and its all correct including the receipt number.

 

 

 

 


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-20 20:55:00
PhilippinesSt. Lukes Medical

Thanks Hank! 


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-28 15:29:00
PhilippinesSt. Lukes Medical

Our interview is scheduled for October 17, 2013.   We are planning on getting the medical done at St. Lukes 4 weeks before that, maybe around September 17.  We have already pre-registered with St. Lukes and printed the pre-registration form.  The resgistration date on the form is August 28, 2013.  My questions are, is it going to be a problem that the pre-registration form is going to be a few weeks old when she does her medical?  and second, having the medical 4 weeks before interview will not be a problem?   (and yes, i already know thats when the clock starts ticking as far as arriving in the USA).  Thanks in advance.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-28 15:08:00
PhilippinesInterview DS forms help
Our interview is Thursday, Oct 17, USEM Manila received our paperwork September 9, interview was scheduled September 14 and medical was complete September 16. Will we need to complete DS-260, DS-261 and DS-160? I already have DS-156, DS-157, DS-156K and DS-230 (part I).

I'm getting worried from what i've been reading and i'm in Philippines now, just dont want to have to reschedule interview. Thanks!


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-14 17:10:00
PhilippinesCFO Parents Advice Form

 

I have links to samples of the consent/advice forms, click the link below this post.

 

It is a simple form, you can type one up yourself if you choose, but city hall most likely has then too.  Then just get it notarized when the parents sign it.  Remember to make copies of the parents ID to bring to CFO also.

 

Thanks Hank!  Also, it is my understanding that she doesn't need the Immigrant Data Summary because its K1, is that correct?


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-22 17:47:00
PhilippinesCFO Parents Advice Form

Ok, so we had interview on October 17 and were approved.   We plan on doing CFO in a couple weeks.  She is 24, so she will need the Parents Advice form.

 

My questions are, where does she get the form, city hall?  Can it be done in one day?  and What is the Fee for this service?  Thanks!

 

 


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-22 01:35:00
Philippines2go tracking visa

How do we track our visa from 2GO courier? what tracking should we use?

 

I used this site..  http://supplychain.2...trace/index.asp

 

I've been trying to put in our Case Number, and Passport Number, with no luck..   Today I tried the UID number (on the barcode from the Appointment Letter) and it says "Out for Delivery"..  :)  so happy!


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-24 20:13:00
PhilippinesError on Visa?

 

To get that fixed contact the embassy they will tell you how to handle it.

 

If all your fiancee's info is correct I personally won't worry about... smile.png

 

Hank,

FYI, we called the embassy yesterday and they advised us to send everything back via 2GO.  So she had to go to Mall of Asia and send it out.  They said it could possibly cause a problem at POE.  Hopefully it won't take long to get fixed and sent back to her because she plans on doing CFO on November 5.   

 

Just wanted to update you or anyone else that may have the same problem.  Thanks Hank.  :)


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-30 10:22:00
PhilippinesError on Visa?

Arlene received her visa today .. everything is correct, except where it lists my name and address, it says NY instead of NJ.  Is thing going to be a problem?  Is so, how do we get it fixed? Thanks.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-26 18:11:00
PhilippinesCFO Address
My fiancee is attending CFO tomorrow. Does anyone know what address she need to go to in Manila for the seminar? Is this the correct address..

Citigold Center, 1345 Pres. Quirino Avenue
corner Osmeña Highway (South Superhighway)
Manila, Philippines 1007

Thanks!






aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-11-11 03:04:00
PhilippinesDelta airlines?

 

 

emailing a copy of the CC and driver's license is a good idea.  One other that I have read of is driving out to the airport to the ticket counter with your CC and ID and the flight itinerary then it is all handled.

 

Thats exactly what I did.  I went to Philadelphia airport Delta ticket counter and presented my CC and ID.   She made a note on the account that no CC is required in Manila.  So relieved :)  Thanks everyone.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-11-15 18:23:00
PhilippinesDelta airlines?

I'm about to book a flight for my fiancee from Manila to Tokyo to JFK with Delta airlines.  Has anyone had any recent experience with this?   Should I send her a copy of my CC and Drivers License?  I want to make sure she doesn't have any problems at NAIA.  Thanks everyone!


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-11-13 10:07:00
PhilippinesFilipina Name Change?

With some states they do not do the "married name" on the marriage certificate.

 

yes, thats the case with us. Nowhere on the marriage application does it ask for "married name".  So idk what to do.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-11-29 19:08:00
PhilippinesFilipina Name Change?

I'm sure this has probably been discussed before, but I can't find an answer.   My fiancee has been here for about a week and we are going to Social Security next week, then get marriage certificate and get married.   As you may know, filipina's drop the middle name and move their last name to be the middle name and her new last name will be my surname.   How/Where do we make sure it happens that way instead of the "American" way when just the last name changes?    

 

 


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-11-28 19:53:00
PhilippinesPetitioner at interview?

 

INMHO and not meaning to be smart.

 

Hiring a lawyer and going to the interview are two of the biggest wastes in the K-1 process. If you want to go just to see your SO, cool go, but It really is not going to help and you will see them soon anyway.Like I said just my opinion. If the only reason you are going is to help her chances. Save your money and stay home

 

If you have all the paper work, meet the income requirements, cenomar etc, you are going to be approved.

 

As for the lawyer. I hired some shisiter. Biggest waste of Money I ever spent, next to the Ab lounger. Other than reviewing your paper work for accuracy, there is not one thing they can do for you.

 

Thats exactly why we were arguing.  I wanted to prove to him that his lawyer is wrong.  He is planning on visiting a few more times before the interview, including the interview and has no problem paying for it, just like I did.  I visited the Philippines 4 times before our interview and my then fiancee (now wife) is here in the USA with me.   As I said, I was just trying to prove to him that he can do it himself or at least pay ME to help instead.. hahaha :) 


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2014-02-19 18:55:00
PhilippinesPetitioner at interview?

I know the Philippines allows the petitioner to attend the interview because I did it in October 2013.  I'm just asking if this has changed.  He hired a lawyer that told him that effective January 1, 2014 the petitition is no longer allow to attend.  Of course he will call the embassy to find out for sure, but we are in the middle of a debate right now so we can't call.  I just want to prove that his attorney is unnecessary.. haha!


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2014-02-17 20:32:00
PhilippinesPetitioner at interview?

 A friend of mine is going through the K1 process.  He was told that starting January 1, 2014 the petitioner is no longer allowed to attend the visa interview at the embassy.  Is there any truth to this?  Thanks in advance.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2014-02-17 20:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsK1 Petition
Our K1 petition was sent today to Dallas Lockbox. We are excited to start this journey. I have read through almost every appropriate forum and guides on this site before sending. Praying for no RFE's and timely approval. The good thing for us is i'm going to visit her again in May while the petition is being processed.

Thanks for everyone who contributed to this great site. It is really going to help with all the waiting.
aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-02-05 19:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI've always wanted to post this... NOA2!!!!!!!!!

WOW!  At 9:01pm today, exactly 5 months from NOA1 we received txt/email notification of NOA2!!   We were talking on Skype when I got the txt, we are so very excited!!  Thanks God for this site!  So much to do now.. haha..


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-12 20:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI129f transferred June 21 2013 approval?

Just received TXT/Email notification of NOA2 :)


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-12 20:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsI129f transferred June 21 2013 approval?

I was also transferred from VSC to TSC on 6/21. My NOA1 is Feb 12.  I'm haven't heard anything since the transfer and I've seen approvals on petitions that were transferred to TSC with NOA1 dates after mine.  I also check USCIS many many times a day.  :)  I'm really trying to be patient.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-11 21:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVISA APPROVED!!!

 

Hi. I was there too. I was in window 61, she was very nice. at window 65 haha he was very hard. Any update sa visa nyo guys? I was ready then Issued but I still don't have it.

 

aplummerjr- Naka red hubby mo? hehe naka green ka tongue.png

 

Yes, thats right :)... haha


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-23 20:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVISA APPROVED!!!

at long last i had my interview last Oct. 17 and the US consul said "okay ma'am your visa is approved"...those were the sweetest words i heard on that day!!! to GOD BE THE GLORY...i was so overwhelmed and overjoyed!!! to those who are still waiting for their interview date don't be stressed it's so easy... just tell the truth nothing but the truth...US consuls are very nice. Good luck and God bless everyone...

 

We were there that day too :)   Seems like you didn't have the American Consul at window 65.. haha.  We had to go to window 59, she was very nice and smiled a lot and we were approved after 4 questions.  Anyway, congrats!


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-10-23 19:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1

We got our NA02 on Aug 6th . How long is it taking petitions to reach NVC with Texas transfers ?

 

Mine took about 4 weeks from NOA2 to getting my case number.  See my signature or timeline.  She is going to BPI tomorrow to pay visa fee and after I get interview date, we can schedule medical.   Its going very quick now.. :).   Good luck.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-15 15:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1

Finally!  I'll start calling in about a week to get our case #.   The wait from NOA1 - NOA2 was painful, but now its nice to get an update every few weeks.  :)

 

On August 1, 2013, we shipped this approved or re-affirmed case to the Department of State for visa processing. For more information, please contact them directly.


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-08-01 16:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1
Congratulations to all of the recent approvals, I'm so happy and excited for everyone! Things seem to be moving along now, finally!

NVC received our case today (1 week from noa2), got my police certificate and immunizations today. Just waiting on NVC to forward my case to Vancouver.[/quote]

How did you find out that NVC received your case?




aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-16 08:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1

Does anyone know if I will get another notification (email or txt) when our petition is sent to NVC?


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-15 17:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1

WOW!  At 9:01pm today, exactly 5 months from NOA1 we received txt/email notification of NOA2!!   We were talking on Skype when I got the txt, we are so very excited!!  Thanks God for this site!  So much to do now.. haha..


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-07-12 20:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1

Anyone else almost have a heart attack when they saw email from USCIS?  I thought it was NOA2...  :)


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-06-21 12:17:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1

I just received the following email. 

 

On June 21, 2013, we transferred this I129F PETITION FOR FIANCE(E) to another office for processing because they now have jurisdiction over the case. We sent you a notice of this transfer. Please follow any instructions on this notice. You will be notified by mail when a decision is made, or if the office needs something from you. If you move while this case is pending, please use our Change of Address online tool to update your case with your new address or call our customer service center at 1-800-375-5283.

 

What does this mean?  Good, bad?


aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-06-21 11:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsFebruary 2013 filers K1
I'm also a February 2013 filer. Nice to see this group, maybe we can keep each other sane while going through this process. I'm so glad I have another trip to the Philippines in April/May for 3 weeks, it will definately help. Good luck everyone, keep in touch.
aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-02-20 17:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & ProceduresNew K1 Fees?
I'm ready to file my I-129F for K1. I heard a rumor that on February 1 the fees are changing. Is this true or is the fee for K1 still $340? Thanks.
aplummerjrMalePhilippines2013-01-31 19:12:00