ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesStarting business in the U.S.
Right! Of course a good credit standing and a good name counts a lot too. But for a start, you are pretty much on the trial and error side. You can't make it big right away the first time. So enjoy the wins and may be losses... But keep going.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-11 11:17:00
PhilippinesStarting business in the U.S.
DOne Rhea! Hoping for the best for you!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-10 16:30:00
PhilippinesStarting business in the U.S.
Hi rhea! I would love to give you a free makeover. I am going to head to KY. sad.gif I have always wanted to be a makeup artist / beautician ever since I was like 7. I am taking up certificate courses here in the Philippines and would get the certificate before I leave for KY. It's a TESDA course so it is recognized abroad. It takes time but i will get there. In case I do get the chance to be anywhere close to you, or you come over to KY, just holler and you'll be prettied up!

QUOTE (rheanick @ Feb 10 2009, 03:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
HappyDancer,

Are you in AZ area? Can i sign up for a free session? whistling.gif I just had my hair and make-up done for my wedding... it cost me USD 105 + tip.

Go for it!!! good.gif

QUOTE (HappyDancer @ Feb 11 2009, 04:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I'm planning to go for a career in cosmetology and going back to the travel agent business someday, maybe about two years from now. The way I would approach it would be to study the market behavior first. My credibility would depend greatly on word of mouth since it's going to be like an on-call type of business. I would give out free makeover sessions to friends and relatives of my future husband along with hanging out with some friends who already have contacts in their areas. When I finally am confident that I can do it on my own, then I would make use of the worldwide web for adverts, get a license, get a business permit and get it going... Slowly but surely.



HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-10 15:19:00
PhilippinesStarting business in the U.S.
I'm planning to go for a career in cosmetology and going back to the travel agent business someday, maybe about two years from now. The way I would approach it would be to study the market behavior first. My credibility would depend greatly on word of mouth since it's going to be like an on-call type of business. I would give out free makeover sessions to friends and relatives of my future husband along with hanging out with some friends who already have contacts in their areas. When I finally am confident that I can do it on my own, then I would make use of the worldwide web for adverts, get a license, get a business permit and get it going... Slowly but surely.

HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-10 14:47:00
Philippineshow far is st. lukes and USEM from the airport?
There may be a flight that arrives 6am... hoping he gets there on time. i would say he can get to St. Lukes at 7am
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-18 15:38:00
Philippineshow far is st. lukes and USEM from the airport?
Depends on what time of the day... After 7am, you'd pretty much have to spare 30-45 mins. Before that would be only for 20mins

HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-18 15:17:00
PhilippinesPREGNANT!
WOW!!! Congrats! You must be very excited!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-16 13:02:00
PhilippinesHaven't receive the USEM letter
Don't wait for the packet or letter from the USEM in Manila.

Go ahead and have your fiancee call the USEM at 02-301-2000 and ask then if they have received your case. They should be asking you for your MNL case number at that point and some details about your fiancee's mailing address. For my case, I found out the reason why I never managed to get anything in the mail from USEM was because there was a typo error on their end, they keyed in my address wrong. I had that amended. Then they will let you know if they have received your case from NVC. Once they have it in the system, you can then call the call center to set the interview date: 1-909-101-7878 (USE A PLDT OR SMART LANDLINE for this call).

Good luck!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-10 14:29:00
PhilippinesDS 156 form Q for K2
Thanks!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-26 10:51:00
PhilippinesDS 156 form Q for K2
Bumping this thread. Hope someone answers my Q soon. Thanks!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-26 10:29:00
PhilippinesDS 156 form Q for K2
QUICK Q: DS 156 for my daughter, she's 7: she's a K2 derivative to K1.

Q: 36. Has Anyone Ever Filed an Immigrant Visa Petition on Your Behalf? If Yes, Who?

HOw should i answer this?

Thanks!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-26 10:07:00
PhilippinesWhy are some USEM Staff so rude?
Hmmm... I think you just got a cranky one who's having PMS. I was the one furious and rambling at them when I called as they got my address wrong. Anyway, he was nice... So I guess you can try your luck next time and remind them not to give you an attitude if they do next time.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-23 07:18:00
Philippines2 consecutive chest x-rays in a month harmful?
Ditto ANGKANO. YOu should be okay.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-27 14:40:00
PhilippinesInterview done!!
Congrats!!! Yipeeyay!!!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-25 11:03:00
PhilippinesFeel Sad About My Medical Exam
Sorry for that... Hope all goes well. Will pray for you sis.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-25 11:52:00
PhilippinesHappy yet Nervous
God bless... Hang in there and be ready for the BIG DAY!!!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-28 11:11:00
PhilippinesThe Embassy lost our documents...
thanks for posting. this was very helpful!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-28 12:35:00
Philippinesnewbie..
Welcome to VJ!!!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-18 13:23:00
PhilippinesAbortion Question
Wonder what happened to Conan?
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-01 15:10:00
PhilippinesAbortion Question
Sorry about the situation Conan. I can imagine how difficult this must be for you to ask openly for feedback. Hope all's well with you! Let us know what happens!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-24 08:53:00
PhilippinesAbortion Question
My take on this issue is that doctors are able to know if there had been a conception (pregnancy) by the size and shape of the reproductive organs. It's their SOP to ask questions. One case I have seen is that it was very evident that she got pregnant and when the doctor asked her about it, she said it was a miscarriage. Knowing the underground business of abortion, this is a red flag for doctors and they would have to dig in deeper. Hope this helps.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-23 06:21:00
Philippinesyeheeey, NOA2 here !!!
WOW!!! Happy dance time! Good luck. It's going to be so much faster now. smile.gif
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-28 11:34:00
PhilippinesI have colds and medical is monday March 2, 2009
Thanks a lot Rhea!

Edited by HappyDancer, 02 March 2009 - 01:26 AM.

HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-02 01:26:00
PhilippinesI have colds and medical is monday March 2, 2009
Thanks so much everyone! God bless you all!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-01 16:22:00
PhilippinesI have colds and medical is monday March 2, 2009
edp: ack! 14 days huh? now, that's just what I need. hope it goes away soon. sad.gif
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-28 12:08:00
PhilippinesI have colds and medical is monday March 2, 2009
QUOTE (bmtrrbt @ Feb 28 2009, 11:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Good luck to you guys...dont worry everything will be fine...just make sure you drink plenty of water and lemon juice...

God bless you...you will pass.


Thanks a lot bmtrrbt. I really hope and pray everything will be fine. I am doing double doses for vitamin C and will go shop for fruits tomorrow.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-28 11:33:00
PhilippinesI have colds and medical is monday March 2, 2009
This may be a dumb question but I get to use this card every now and then. I am working full time and of all times for this stupid cold to hit me is the week before my medical. I have already filed for vacation next week. MY daughter has cough and colds too - know what I mean? It's not harsh or anything. NO fever, no flu. Just plain dumb cold and cough for the lil one and I FEEL LOUSY.

NOw, will this affect the medical results? I need to be sure. I don't wanna jeopardize my med results just because of this &*XF(^D dumb cold. Our flight is at 4am from Cebu.

Any thoughts?

Edited by HappyDancer, 28 February 2009 - 11:21 AM.

HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-02-28 11:20:00
Philippinesmedical exam done
Congrats! Wish me and my daughter luck. We both have colds and lil one has cough. sad.gif We're flying out to Manila on tuesday and will arrive there at 6am. Pls pray for us.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-01 15:31:00
PhilippinesStrange Question
Liar liar...
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-01 15:29:00
Philippinesworried..any information???
tell us wjen you get your visa so we'll do the happy dance!!! congrats!!!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-02 01:58:00
PhilippinesGot our appointment schedule!!
Will be at SLEC on March 5. PM me if you wanna meet up!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-04 13:30:00
PhilippinesMedical and Interview...Anyone?
Hello there dear OP. I will come back for medical with my daughter on March 5. Interview will be March 27 but looking at getting an earlier one if I get cleared on the medical this week. PM me if you want me to meet up with your SO.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-04 13:19:00
PhilippinesMarch 2 and 3 Medical Exam at SLMCEC
Congrats! I will head there later with my daughter for the 2nd day of medical.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-04 12:59:00
PhilippinesUSEM and mailing confirm letter to beneficiary
USEM mails confirmation letter to your beneficiary via Air21 - a contracted service of FEDEX in the Philippines. They're pretty good.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-05 08:23:00
PhilippinesCan a relative accompany me on my medical ang interview?
Piscean - what he meant is the schedule for medical. They have special considerations for your situation since you're pregnant. But I highly doubt it if you can bring chaperones onyour interview date. You can ask the enbassy guards discreetly and nicely. Goodluck
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-04 22:00:00
PhilippinesCan a relative accompany me on my medical ang interview?
Suggestion: Get a note from your attending OBGYN that you might need extra help through a chaperone or an escort to your interview due to your delicate situation. Hope this helps.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-04 14:36:00
PhilippinesCan a relative accompany me on my medical ang interview?
Medical - Yes.
Interview - No. The petitioner will have to stay outside.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-04 13:16:00
PhilippinesNBI clearance
TRavel to USA may be something new. I got my NBI last October and they still didn't have that option: Travel to USA.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-02 01:35:00
PhilippinesNBI clearance
QUOTE (spartan @ Mar 1 2009, 01:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
And make sure your NBI states " TRAVEL TO USA" and not just "TRAVEL ABROAD"





QUOTE (dzyrhetom @ Mar 1 2009, 07:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello fellow VJ'ers,

Im just worried lately about my NBI clearance since my interview appointment at usem is fast approaching..I just renewed my NBI clearance last DEC. 23, 2008..Do you think guys, a 2-month something old NBI clearnce is okay? or do I still need to get a new one?
Has anyone here experienced this before? please help...Thank you so much.



Sorry, but I don't necessarily agree with this. As per the US embassy guidelines - Travel to USA was never specifically required and I seriously doubt if there is such a thing.
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-01 15:07:00
PhilippinesRescheduling Interview to a closer date after medical clearance
Thank you. Now for the interview - pray for us!
HappyDancerFemalePhilippines2009-03-06 23:25:00