Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Philippines	VISA IN HAND...	Hello to everyone...I received my visa today at 10am from the Delbros Office in Iloilo I have a nice feeling, I'm excited and very happy. Good luck to all of us. God bless us all. God be with us all the time.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2008-12-08 09:58:00
Philippines	interview	My fiancee was at my interview (was at the Embassy with me), but they didn't interview me with him. I was alone in the interview. I saw another couple there too and her fiancee didn't interview with her either.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2008-12-08 10:22:00
Philippines	St Marys Question	QUOTE (rheanick @ Jan 21 2009, 10:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> just go there. QUOTE (ray77755 @ Jan 22 2009, 11:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My fiance will go to St Marys on Monday. Does she need a reservation? Or can she just drop by and attend? Yeap, just go there. The first CFO seminar starts at 8:30 so get there early and get it done. There are 2 more sessions after the first so if she misses the first by a few minutes, she can wait for the next.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-01-21 22:22:00
Philippines	Visa in hand! Yahoo!!!!	"We will be leaving on Feb.5, 6:30 am via Northwest Airlines (MNL-NAGOYA-DETROIT)" Congrats and be sure to buy lots and lots of warm clothing (if you can find in the RP), because Detroit is super cold and clothing in the USA is a lot more expensive than in the RP. Congrats!!!!	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-01-22 02:27:00
Philippines	Question and Clarification regarding I-134 Form	http://www.visajourn...p;#entry2583017	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-01-23 12:18:00
Philippines	what's the best thing to do????????	WOW, this means you'll have to start over at the beginning.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-02-01 12:14:00
Philippines	guidance mga sis!	GOD Bless You and GOD Be With You All The Time friend...go go go friend you are ready... Good Luck...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-02-01 20:04:00
Philippines	I miss my life in PHILIPPINES	Start with a lawyer who has handled adoption before, because anything else you hear from anyone probably won't fit within your situation. You'll need a lawyer anyway and maybe some cash for brides to get the process finished as quickly as possible. Well connecting lawyers are expensive, but they can move things through the system faster than a cheap lawyer who doesn't have any connections. Get your check book out! I've "heard" that if a child's parents are alive, the process takes longer, because the parents must legally surrender their children. You being in the USA better hope they don't want cash for giving up their kids. I doubt the process is easy without a well connected lawyer, but if you love them as much as you say you do, really miss them as much as you say you do, really want them as much as you say you do, nothing will stop you from pursuing it. Good luck!	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-02-01 22:59:00
Philippines	Learning to drive in the US	My fiancee who hasn't driven before is driving my car from the passenger seat both in town and on the highway so just learning to look ahead in the distance instead of looking at the lines 5 feet ahead of the car which new drivers seem to do. She has done well with this, but she is still getting down the long slow curves in the road. She wants to turn more than necessary into the curve and then turn out of it but she turns out of it too much so then she turns into the curve again... over and over again! I tell her to turn and hold it so she is getting this down now. After she is good with steering while I have the gas and brake, I will take her to an empty parking lot to learn. There are plenty of empty parking lots on Saturday and Sunday and on any evening. So far so good... I don't recommend a driving school. She'll be ready for the parking lots next week. If anyone teaches their spouse to drive, teach to the book, the drivers manual or else she will fail the driving part of the test.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-02-01 22:42:00
Philippines	pinay from san francisco	Hello...I'm in Concord which is about 40 minutes East of SF...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-02-24 22:34:00
Philippines	What are the requirements for the CFO?	Right its better to wait your visa first before you go to CFO and I recommend ST. MARY'S for your CFO SEMINAR because they are nice and the sticker is within the building of ST. MARY'S. They will attach the sticker in your visa after the seminar and they give you a certificate. I attended my CFO seminar in the morning then at night time is my flight going to AMERICA and there is no problem. That is my experience in my CFO seminar at ST. MARY'S. Good luck... GOD BLESS US MORE AND GOD BE WITH US ALL THE TIME...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-03-22 14:15:00
Philippines	confused, are we approved?	Congrats....your wife is approved...good luck to her trip... God bless...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-03-24 23:40:00
Philippines	To Those Who Are Married, Not Married & Soon To Be Married	Great story. Reminds me of something.... To those of you who have kids.... many couples in one way or another put their kids before their marriage... constantly making life great for their kids and while little by little their marriage suffers. It is okay to put your marriage before your kids, don't feel guilty when you put you wife or husband before your kids. Your kids might suffer a little when you schudule some ALONE time with your spouse, but it is in their best interest that the marriage is foremost and primary, for if the marriage falls apart, the kids suffer far more.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-04-06 12:18:00
Philippines	Self Employed FIANCE...	A lot of self employed people don't make a lot of money and/or their work isn't stable (their low income is actually a result of the instability). For this reason, if self employed, USEM wants to see 3 years of tax returns which are meant to show stability or instability. USEM doesn't want to see just the most recent tax returns or income statement for it could be the best of 3 years or the worst of 3 years. When self employed, it is best to overwhelm USEM with evidence of exceeding the poverty guideline especially if your fiance is anywhere near the poverty guideline. If your fiance greatly exceeds the poverty guideline there won't be an issue at all.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-04-19 00:48:00
Philippines	Affidavit from biological father	It seems there are a lot of ifs, ands and buts tied to the kids traveling. The post I was talking about involved the interview - the USEM wanted something from the father before the visa was approved. Darn, I wish I could find the post, but I can't. It probably doesn't related to this post so probably no worries like others have said.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-03-06 14:36:00
Philippines	Fast Way to Send money to Fiance in Philippines?	QUOTE (lykatodd @ Jun 19 2009, 08:09 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> i suggest western union its only 3 minutes and its already cheap now..you can send 100 to 800 dollars for 12 dollars pay only.. 12 dollars, but be careful, watch the exchange rate friend.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-06-19 20:48:00
Philippines	CFO Manila - Which One is BETTER?	I went to ST. Marys for my CFO. They are friendly and nice. I got my stamp and certificate after the seminar and flew out that night to the USA.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-04-30 02:28:00
Philippines	Question about honeymoon after marriage...	And: http://www.visajourn...howtopic=206046	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-05 21:31:00
Philippines	Question about honeymoon after marriage...	Nope, she can't do it, can't leave the country until she gets GC. There is advance patrol, but that has to be applied for during AOS and so you won't get it for a while after applying for AOS.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-05 21:27:00
Philippines	Introduced by a family member ....	QUOTE (SomedaySomehow @ Jul 15 2009, 05:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have been reading through this website quite a bit today as it is my day off ... I am curious if others here have met their fiance or SO through a relative? And if so did you have any issues along the visa journey because of this? I will give you a little bit of how my fiance and I met ... I met my fiance through my father and his wife ( Who is filipina ) ... my fiance and his wife are first cousins ... initially they gave each of us each others yahoo ID's were we have talked every SINGLE day since that first day ... I assume they will look at our case more closely because of this? I would have enough faith in god and the people working at the embassy's to be able to see our love for each other is unbelievably true and committed so I really don't have any worries about this ... Anyone else here have a similar situation, if so what was or has been your experience so far? For me I wouldn't have it any other way .. I am happy and feel blessed I met her the way I did ... she is amazing. Thank for reading and any replies ! I hope this link can help you...good luck and GOD bless you both...http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=148854&hl=abspears	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-18 00:30:00
Philippines	Question for Filipina's in USA, regarding the food...	Unless you live in the boonies, there are Filipino or Asian grocery stores or markets so it really isn't a big deal. She can make her own Filipino food if she isn't happy with whatever else is available. It is really that simple. She doesn't have to eat anything other than Filipino food, really. "Texas hill country" - maybe you do live in the boonies. Guess you have to take a trip to the city and stock up.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-10 23:07:00
Philippines	privacy between married couple	QUOTE (ErosandSally @ Jul 18 2009, 04:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Even in marriage there limits..... the bigger question is... Do you trust him?...Does he trust you?... Trust is earned. He isn't earning any trust by keeping her out of his email, he is doing the opposite.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-18 17:03:00
Philippines	on b2 visa remarried here in the US (with divorce decree) but not annuled in the phils	You didn't have to file for divorce/annulment in the RP, the minute your ex-husband's divorce from you was final, you were also divorced and single. All you need to do is file the divorce decree in a RP court. Once a judge signs your filing, it is then a matter of record in the RP. Careful here, "it is a matter of record" meaning you were already divorced and you were already single before you filed in a RP court. Filing in the RP court is just to put your divorce on record in the RP, not to grant you a divorce. The tricky part is that with the decree, you are free to marry again pretty much anywhere in the world, but not in the RP. In order to marry again in the RP, you have to first file the decree with the court so it is a matter of record (to wipe out your marriage in the RP). The RP recognizes US divorces basically because the RP has no other choice. What I mean is, if your husband divorces you and the divorce is granted with a decree, the RP can't say "you are still married." If your ex-husband is single due to divorcing you, you are also single. You can cancel the annulment that you have going in the RP, because it is useless, you are already legally single. Annulment is divorce and you don't need two divorces (one is enough!). If I were your fiancee, I'd go ahead with the K-1 because both of you are single and so free to marry (this is the absolute basic requirement to file the K-1). I'd ask you to file the decree in the RP court as soon as you can. If the RP court hasn't acted before you get interviewed at the USEM, you should document all things related to marriage to the Nth degree then cross your fingers and go to the interview. The worst that can happen is that they'll ask for more documentation. If they don't ask for more documentation, with your divorce decree, you are free to marry in the US even if the RP court hasn't acted. If your ex-husband won't give you a copy of the decree, divorce is a matter of public record and so you can get your own copy. I think, even a stranger can get a copy of your divorce decree. (ooops, there I go ahead using my wife's account) Edited by RDDIXON, 17 August 2009 - 02:06 AM.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-08-17 02:04:00
Philippines	Off Topic. Novena to St. Jude	QUOTE (f1_gurl @ Aug 21 2009, 08:36 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Rocky_nBullwinkle @ Aug 21 2009, 08:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Works for me!!!! I've been praying the novena to St expeditus and St jude eversince my fiance filed the petition... it works for me... my st jude novena goes this way: Novena To St. Jude Most holy Apostle, St. Jude, faithful servant and friend of Jesus, the Church honors and invokes you universally, as the patron of difficult cases, of things almost despaired of, Pray for me, I am so helpless and alone. Intercede with God for me that He bring visible and speedy help where help is almost despaired of. Come to my assistance in this great need that I may receive the consolation and help of heaven in all my necessities, tribulations, and sufferings, particularly - (make your request here) - and that I may praise God with you and all the saints forever. I promise, O Blessed St. Jude, to be ever mindful of this great favor granted me by God and to always honor you as my special and powerful patron, and to gratefully encourage devotion to you. Amen PRAYER May the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus be adored, and loved in all the tabernacles until the end of time. Amen. May the most Sacred Heart of Jesus be praised and glorified now and forever. Amen St. Jude pray for us and hear our prayers. Amen. Blessed be the Sacred Heart of Jesus Blessed be the Immaculate Heart of Mary Blessed be St. Jude Thaddeus, in all the world and for all Eternity. (say this prayer, followed by the Our Father and the Hail Mary) This prayer is repeated also 9 times a day? I will try this prayer...GOD BLESS ME...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-08-22 04:51:00
Philippines	Translation	I always use English when my husband is around and even when I'm chatting on Yahoo with family in the RP for, in my opinion, it is the most respectful thing to do. Sad to see so many posts in Tagalog when much of the audience are English only. A lot of Filipinos are afraid to speak in English and write in English when other Filipinos can hear or read, because they are afraid they will judge their English (and laugh at them.... even if it is a silent laugh).	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-08-25 17:42:00
Philippines	Cheap Airline	Just try this link...http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=207970	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-18 00:16:00
Philippines	1st wedding anniv... forever ruined.. sad	You are lucky. Your husband is a nice man. He simply doesn't want to hurt anyone's feelings. The "X" will likely stop visiting eventually, so calm down...You are married to your husband so don't worry...He loves you so much...Jealousy is a waste of energy and emotions. GOD BLESS YOU AND TAKE CARE OF YOUR SELF AND THE BABY... GOOD LUCK...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-05-22 00:16:00
Philippines	Retiring in the Philippines	we are staying in the USA long enough for me to get my US citizenship. we leave before then and i would lose my GC. US citizen... i'd be so proud to be an american citizen!	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2010-04-16 01:04:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Interview Approved!!!	QUOTE (Mitchamy @ Oct 20 2008, 01:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi guys, My interview today and everything went smoothly...APPROVED!!! The CO was so nice and friendly! Thank you everyone for all the help and encouragements. And BIG THANKS to VISAJOURNEY...Such a wonderful site!!! Best regards, Mitch and Amy hello friend...CONGRATULATIONS....i am happy for you... good luck to your journey...take care and GOD BLESS US ALL...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2008-10-20 11:14:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	what's the next step?	Call the Embassy in Manila and try to schedule an interview if your fiancee has passed her medical. If she hasn't been to St. Luke's yet to have her medical, it is time to go there first.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-01-21 22:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Starting the process before 18th birthday?	In my opinion, you should wait for her to become 18 first, then file your paperwork so that there is no hasssle. GOOD LUCK...	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-04-16 02:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Does divorce have to be final to do k-1 visa	QUOTE (Wonderer @ Jul 17 2009, 04:30 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It doenst matter if your divorce is not final for you to meet her in the Philippines. Suggest your bring along the G325a forms and have them completed and signed by her while you are there. This will save you alot of time later. Also, document your visit with alot of photos. Keep copies of hotel receipts, airline tickets as evidence of meeting. If you have never been to the Philippines you are in for a great experience. Great advice. Be sure to realize that 1 G325a form is 4 pages, they appear to be the same, however look at the bottom from and you'll see a slight difference. Have her sign a few of these - if she signs 3 forms, she signs 12 times.	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2009-07-17 17:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Petitioning Wife's Son - K1 Visa - No AOS Yet	Digging this out again. The aforemention son who is 20 until June and in the Philippines has his birth cert corrected. His mom came here on K-1, all her children except for the son are over 21 and all her children were listed on the 129. His mom wants to get him here now. QUESTION: I thought the day he turned 21, he was too old to follow on K-1 visa? *************** Another question about the other kids who are over 21. If the mom becomes a US Citizen (say in 4 to 5 years), how long does it take for her kids to get here after she petitions them? And, does their marital status make them ineligible in anyway?	RDDIXON	Female	Philippines	2010-03-31 22:11:00
Philippines	Philippine Birth Certificate Error	My wife's gender was wrong on her birth certificate. We hired a lawyer and filed a court motion. Three months later our motion was rejected because this new law took the authority away from the court system. We paid the local registrar a 3,500 fee and submitted the following documents, NBI security clearance, Local Court clearance, Local police clearance, Barangay clearance, Primary School records (Form 137), Doctors exam, personal sworn statement and childhood baptismal certificate. The Civil Registrar rejected the OBGYN and local hospital exam. We had to publish the gender correction in the local newspaper for two weeks at our own expense. After two months of going round & round with the local civil registrar, our application was finally submitted to the NSO legal department. Three months later our motion was rejected because they wanted more medical evidence. We have resubmitted with the addition of her childhood vaccine records. We've been told it will be a couple of months before we hear anything back. The new system is not quick or easy. Edited by cybernco, 24 April 2013 - 01:21 PM.	cybernco	Male	Philippines	2013-04-24 13:20:00