biggish data

number of visas issued

I remember sometime ago someone asked about number of immigrant visas that the MNL embassy processes. I just read a DOS report that says the MNL embassy issued over 34000 visas for 2013. That's roughly ~130/day (wow!). The number of applicants the see everyday would be higher since they only count issuances and I didn't account for holidays and closures.

FWIW, MNL is number 2 (or 3) on the list for 2013. Some embassy in Mexico issued over 60k visas.

That would be Ciudad Juarez, just across the river from El Paso. TX.

Consider the other types of visas processed, and 149,300 total visas makes MNL one busy place.

And folks wonder why AP takes so long. Best to slow down and get it right the first time.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2014-06-04 17:53:00

Denied Need help

thanks lesson learn. I done research as much as I can and didn't catch that. in 2012 my unemployed uncle did the same thing and he had no issues using a co sponsor. My other options would to go back to Philippines marry my fiancé apply for cr1. Come back home work and wait another year for my w2 forms least making 15k in 1 year.

As already mentioned, Manila accepts a joint sponsor on a case-by-case basis for K-1s. You could get married then the Embassy would have to accept a joint sponsor.

Now would be an idea time to pursue a CR-1 if you need a joint sponsor, the approvals for Philippines cases are done rather quickly because of Typhoon Yolanda.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2014-06-09 01:39:00

another RFE (chklst) from nvc

"We saw that either your Affidavit of Support was incomplete, some of your

supporting documents were missing, or both."

Missing or incomplete?

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2014-06-09 21:27:00

another RFE (chklst) from nvc

Wife is already in the USA, this petition is for his step-son, which is why all the confusion regarding wanting an I-864 from the wife.

Now that makes sense.

In addition to gathering the missing items per the checklist, a call to NVC to resolve the AOS issue wouldn't hurt.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2014-06-09 21:15:00

Travel Plans

Usually the easiest and best route from Philippines into United States is a flight with no lay overs. Philippine airlines would be your best bet. From Manila to SFO. I know it's a little more expensive, but at least you wont get stuck in Narita.

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-09-01 20:08:00

Got visa today !!!

Congratulations!!! Treat her with great empathy and love.

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-09-11 04:19:00

Proofs for K1 Interview

Yes... if there's a window, you can always just show them. You can also buy 2 smaller binders, and separate the one big one. Just a thought. Good luck!!! :thumbs:

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-10-19 02:32:00

st luke...accompanying

Just thinking... why be there for the medical? If you you're gonna go there, go there for the Embassy interview?! That will really help your cause. If you are gonna go there for the medical tho.... remember.... NO SEX before the medical. :bonk:

It will throw you guys off your timeline. She'll have to be pregnancy tested. Even if it's the night before. That will set you guys back. Keep it in the pants holmes! Good luck n Congrats ahead of time!! :thumbs:

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-10-25 02:46:00

Filipinos in Philadelphia..

This is exactly what I'm worried about when I have to go to work five days a week. How will she handle it? I know I would feel like a caged animal at home all day. Any advice to keep the boredom fom setting in?

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-10-27 19:38:00

Gift ideas

Hershey's cheap?? When I think of American chocolate I think of Hershey's. If I send or bring chocolate it will be Hershey's and Hershey's only. Hershey's is delicious.

Now excuse me while I check to see how my Hershey's stock is doing. Seriously though, Hershey's only for chocolate.

SPOT ON!! Hersey's to the grave!

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-11-01 11:39:00

Gift ideas

Well they can buy any of that stuff in the Philippines, standard gift and they love it is Toblerone Chocolate Bar, never give Hershey's candy or they think your cheap. Get some flowers for Nanay.

Never buy Hershey's candy cause they think you're cheap? Please tell me you're kidding?! I've sent Hersey's kisses, Hershey's assorted chocolates before, and I've never been called cheap! Then again.... I probably wouldn't know it if her family called me cheap anyways. Damn language barrier!! :lol:

Nodozz

Male

Philippines

2012-11-01 05:09:00

cr-1 cr-2 processing

thk you both so much for your help if its ok i would like to ask this i know and have checked out uscis site n processesing times there n also all the processing n timlines i could find here but if its ok i would like to ask personal opinions here of all you good people n i understand hope is hope n that its a good thing but if ok i would like to ask this if everything goes smoothly and we do everything correctly in my vj friends personal opinions if i file our case which is cr-1 for my wife n cr-2 for our girls in april what would be the very best estimate for my wife n our girls to have interview n recieve their visa's??? i know this is asked alot please bear with me on asking thk you so very much godbless

Louie

It can vary greatly, but 8-10 months is a good estimate.

Edited by Leatherneck, 27 March 2012 - 04:15 AM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-27 04:14:00

Schedule Interview

wo0ow everything is in here.. now my only prob is that the BPI gave me my payment receipt but it doesn't consist of receipt no. huhuhuh.. I didn't fill out any forms in the bank it was all electronic. It just asked me with the VISA TYPE , PASSPORT NO. then went to the teller and she processed everything and then gave me the Receipt.. but it didn't contain my receipt no. huhuhu... if i will schedule interview can i also change the appointment date?

Then use your passport number if you use the visa interview schedule portal to set up your interview. By all means, save that receipt -- you'll need it the day of your interview.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-27 03:52:00

million thanks!... visa approved!

Congratulations!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-26 10:14:00

APPROVED

Congratulations!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-28 23:08:00

It was raining when I woke this morning, it was raining when we came back out of Immigrations, it was raining... still... when we grabbed a taxi after lunch heading home. Finally this afternoon it is just cloudy. Funny question would be ... Is the sun shining?

Enjoy the rain and the cooler temps -- because when it's hot, it's hot.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-29 20:14:00

Long as there are no bombs in your under-britches!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-29 20:10:00

I don't want to highjack this thread -- but how's Manila? Is it still raining?

Edited by Leatherneck, 29 March 2012 - 01:11 AM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-29 01:07:00

1. Your lovely Rose may attend the CFO counseling prior to USEM getting the file.

2. Picking up the visa at USEM is not an option.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-28 23:11:00

Congratulations on getting your children home!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-04-01 00:46:00

Done deal. I am going tomorrow. Wish me luck! :-D

Good deal, you really need to get rolling and get that AP approved. You still need to time to allow for the purchase of your ticket without having to sell your house to afford it on short notice.

Good luck tomorrow!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-07 02:07:00

Ok I will do that now. Do I select the following?

1. You need Service on a case that has already been filed
2. Case Processing Appointment - If you received a notice to go to your local office for further case processing.

Do I have to go to the appointment with my husband?

Select #1.

You don't "have" to go with your husband -- AP is for your benefit.

Edited by Leatherneck, 07 March 2012 - 01:52 AM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-07 01:50:00

Yes I have received the NOA for AP. Do you think I should wait within the week and see if the document I faxed will suffice? Should that be approved, do you have any idea how long till I receive the AP travel document?

Or take no chances and just go for Infopass? I'm afraid they might not like that I am being redundant in this request and cancel everything instead.

NO...if you have the NOA for the AP, call your local USCIS office and schedule an appointment. The problem with waiting -- you really do not have the time to waste. You're inside of 30 days of your children's visas expiring.

I personally would work the InfoPass option, since that can be approved on the spot.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-07 01:19:00

I have not scheduled for infopass yet. AOS was received last January 31, 2012. Yes I have received NOA for AOS and have done my biometrics and have also received the notice about my case being transferred and currently processed.

But do you have a NOA for the I-131 you filed?

You have less than 30 days, you should work the InfoPass option -- they can approve you on the spot.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-07 01:10:00

April 5th, 2012

Then you need to be on top of this daily -- I would focus on the InfoPass.

Do you have NOA for the expedite?

Edited by Leatherneck, 07 March 2012 - 01:05 AM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-07 01:03:00

April 5th, 2012

Just schedule an appointment at your local office/Info Pass, your AP might be approved that day.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-07 00:59:00

Be sure if you go with the option of having someone other than your husband accompaning the children from the Philippines, make sure you give them written (notarized) authorization to do so to avoid any hassles on both ends of immigration...just to cover the legal stuff.

You might want to research what documents will be required by DFA or immigration on that end so the children will be allowed to exit without hassle/delay.

Edited by Leatherneck, 05 March 2012 - 11:59 PM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-05 23:57:00

For someone to bring your children to you, like Hawaii, so you are not exiting the US -- that person will need a B1/B2 visa to enter the US or some other visa.

Edited by Leatherneck, 05 March 2012 - 11:47 PM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-05 23:43:00

The thing is, I was talking to a higher agent. I was transferred through to her because the first agent could not answer my question. I hope I am on the right path. :-(

I'm sorry but I did not understand the comment. Were you meaning to type something more?

Sorry, my laptop was flipping out. My original comments are closed.

1. You got bad info from that person -- your children are able to enter with their K-2 visas.

2. Your kids already have visas, why the need to file I-130s? Do your children already have visas in their passports or do they still need to have visas issued by USEM?

3. Can a family member bring the children to you? Can someone travel with your children and meet you in Hawaii?

Edited by Leatherneck, 05 March 2012 - 11:19 PM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-05 23:19:00

Edited by Leatherneck, 05 March 2012 - 11:05 PM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-05 22:57:00

Medical Passed

Thanks Leatherneck! You a Pal!

You bet!

Somehow, I think it would be good to get you on a (your very own) Harley someday -- in the very near future.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-26 00:06:00

Medical Passed

Congratulations to you and Grace!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-25 18:12:00

Jeez... did we share a common "EX".....

When it came to evil and vicious I thought she had the market cornered.

I'll bet your ex didn't have your utilities turned off on a Saturday morning when she knew you'd be at work and away from home for more than 16 hours. Imagine the ruined food due to no utilities until Monday morning. Now that is evil!

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-29 01:36:00

Thanks very much, this will come as quite reassuring for my wife Emma, thank you.

I know Filipinas -- your wife is probably worried about it. A big Semper Fi to your father.

Edited by Leatherneck, 28 March 2012 - 05:53 PM.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-28 17:52:00

Thanks for the reply Leatherneck; my father was a marine during the Korean war. The wife and I are concerned because the interviewer asked her personal questions regarding my ex wife, who is your typical bitter, jealous and very evil ex and decided to email the manila fraud unit a bunch of garbage about my wife's supposed occupation, character, etc.

I have the utmost respect for the Marines, soldiers, sailors and airmen that served in that awesome war. Most folks have no idea of the sheer craziness of what happened at, and the escape from the Chosin reservior.

Trust me, I understand how vindictive an ex can be. As soon as they are satisfied with the documents requested -- your wife will get her visa. I can assure you, that call from your ex-wife was not the first they've received -- they too understand what vindictive ex-wives are capable of. You and your wife will get through this with a visa in hand.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-28 17:19:00

Id like to her from others, please share your thoughts and experiences in this area if you can, , thank you so much.

Real simple, as soon as they get around to reviewing the CENOMAR -- a consular officer will approve the visa. Most likely you will not hear one word from USEM -- 2Go will just show up at her door with the visa.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-28 13:27:00

After she came to USA.

However, the OP posted a very refreshing story of how his young wife has been quite resourceful in the use of her time alone. A very different story compared to the one posted 10 days ago.

Congrats OP -- you picked a keeper.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-19 07:16:00

After she came to USA.

You have way too much patients.

For Me I am the Man in the Relationship, the Alpha.

My gurl is told and understands, that it is my way or the highway.

I will punish or scold her if she try the old silent treatmeant, for me I deal punishment quickly and swiftly, This is what a Pinay gurl knows and appreciates.

I get it -- you're joking or you're trolling. I'll give you the benefit of doubt and assume you're joking. You posted this on a good day, cause there were times in the past on this board, you'd still be dodging the arrows and digging the knives out of your back.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-03-19 07:01:00

any other fees?

thanks Bob im done with the CFO seminar i will just have to go back there for the sticker once i get visa approval after that time to book ticket to US.

Then you're done - there are no other unknown fees associated with your visa journey.

Leatherneck

Male

Philippines

2012-04-05 02:36:00