Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	Since I seem to have to beg folks to read the guide, I'm also considering creating a separate thread. It will be the "cliff notes" version.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-07-01 18:18:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	JUNE 18 WEBCHAT WITH U.S. EMBASSY TO DISCUSS FIANCÉ (K) VISAS The U.S. Embassy’s Virtual Consulate Davao will host a live webchat on Wednesday, June 18 to discuss issues concerning fiancé (K) visas. A group of experts from the U.S. Embassy Immigrant Visa section will be available to discuss a range of new developments in this visa category as well as to address any questions regarding qualifications, applying for a visa, costs involved, etc. During this live webchat, interested participants can log online to discuss and ask questions about fiancé (K) visas. The program will start promptly at 7:45 a.m. on Wednesday, June 18 and last one hour. Those interested in participating in this live webchat should register as a user and log in by 7:45 a.m. Philippine time (Tuesday, June 17 by 6:45 pm EST). To join the live chat, follow the instructions on the Virtual Consulate Davao’s Web site at http://www.usvirtual...tedavao.org.ph/. This information was taken from the USE website [CLICK HERE] QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Jun 14 2008, 04:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> looks like in the future a new DS form will be coming out to replace the DS-156. 156k and 157. http://travel.state....forms_1342.html hopefully it will simplfy the process for those applying in the future. WOW! Thanks a bunch. The only unfortunate thing is that the government probably spent a little change developing the online version of the DS-156, which was implemented two years ago. Hopefully, they have gotten their monies worth because it should undergo an overhaul with the new DS-160 for that replaces the DS-156. 156k and 157. We'll be standing by for the roll-out date for the Manila Embassy. Keep a look out... Cheers!!! Sheriff Uling Edited by Sheriff Uling, 15 June 2008 - 02:37 AM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-06-15 02:28:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Pinay Wife @ May 29 2008, 09:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Better if you celebrate your birthday at Hooters. According to Doug, if Hooters is made aware that it's your birthday, the girls will sing the birthday song (while sitting on the celebrant's lap???) and will have pictures taken with them. Make sure lang your Pinay asawa is not the jealous type ~ you don't want to go home with two black-eyes hehehe. I'm going to bring a bunch of fake ID's so that everyday is my b-day when I go to Hooters in Manila. Yeah Baby Yeah!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-30 04:52:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 29 2008, 04:38 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Nice... hubby would love to know that there's a place in Manila where we can get good chicken wings. That's a good excuse to go to Hooters. I'm going to use that line... Thanks!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-29 09:03:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	Yeah Baby Yeah! Hooters in Manila... Now I have a place to hang out in Manila... Mabuhay Hooters!!!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-28 23:43:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 27 2008, 07:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Just got back from our memorial weekend. We went to W. Memphis, AR. and had a good time. How's everyone doin'? Good, but we didn't get an invitation to spend time in W. Memphis, AR for memorial day... Other than that, we're doing great...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-28 13:57:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ May 24 2008, 12:54 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> just trying to keep the thread from gathering dust. Too late! This place is like a haunted house...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-27 14:21:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 21 2008, 12:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ May 21 2008, 02:01 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 21 2008, 06:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I meant to say "butt" Does it hurt too, Sheriff? That's why I have banned pointed shoes in our house... :-) Just don't aim for ang tumbong ko... :-) Instant cure for hemorrhoid I'll stick with the professional opinion on this one... Sounds like another Pinoy superstition. In fact, I'll ask ang asawa ko. Hehehehe...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-21 14:33:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 21 2008, 06:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I meant to say "butt" Does it hurt too, Sheriff? That's why I have banned pointed shoes in our house... :-) Just don't aim for ang tumbong ko... :-)	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-21 14:01:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 20 2008, 12:44 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ May 20 2008, 02:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 20 2008, 12:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm glad to see you Ate Cora! Who are you kicking? Ang asawa niya when she doesn't get her way. Ate Cora is spoiled. : Don't kick him on the ______... That hurts...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-20 14:50:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ May 20 2008, 12:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm glad to see you Ate Cora! Who are you kicking? Ang asawa niya when she doesn't get her way. Ate Cora is spoiled. :	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-20 14:34:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (NoelandTintin @ May 19 2008, 02:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thanks EricC. Great job on this Doc verification guide. Kudos! It's very easy to read and straight forward. I love it! It's the first reference in Document Verification Section 4.5 of the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-19 17:56:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	DOCUMENT VERIFICATION: A STEP BY STEP GUIDE w/ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Compiled by: EricC This step by step guide is to further help people better understand the document verfication process. Thanks and good luck to everyone on their journey. Step 1 - Pay the 650 Document Verification fee at your nearest Metrobank. Step 2 - Text Delbros - (0917) 5555-313 using the following format: USE/CASE#/SURNAME, GIVEN NAME, MIDDLE NAME/BRANCHBANK/DATE OF DEPOSIT/TIME OF DEPOSIT/AMOUNT. For example "USE/MNL987654321/Montemayor, Maria Angelica Fatima Buenaventura/Gil Puyat Ave/NOV 28, 2007/1430PM/PHP650". This step is very necessary because it is "to enable Delbros to identify and validate the deposit you made..." You or your Fiancé(e) can text this information, just make sure all the info is right and its the beneficiary's info. Step 3 - You will receive a text shortly from Delbros that says "DELBROS HAS SUCCESFFULLY RECEIVED THE INFORMATION YOU SENT. WE WILL SEND YOU A TEXT CONFIRMATION AFTER WE VERIFY YOUR PAYMENT. THANK YOU." After a few hours you should receive another text that says, "THIS IS TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE DEPOSIT YOU MADE. RECONFIRM YOUR PAYMENT TO THE DOCUMENT VERIFICATION AS REQUIRED BY THE US EMBASSSY. THANK YOU." Be patient as these texts can take a while. Step 4 - Call Delbros after you recieve the last text message to verify that they did in fact receive your payment. The number you call is (632) 339-2761 and ask to be transfered to the Document Verification Department (loc 104), you will most likely talk to Robbie. Step 5 - Fax your Metrobank receipt including the beneficiary's full name, mailing address, telephone number, case number, and visa category to the USE's Immigration Visa Unit - (632) 301-2591. This is just to let the embassy know that you have paid the Document Verification fee. Usually the embassy likes you to call them to verify they got your fax (632) 301-2000 ext 5184. Step 6 - Give it about a week, then call Delbros' Document Verification department on Tuesday (since the Embassy usually sends the requests on Monday) and ask if they sent your request to NSO already. If they have ask what date they sent it. If they haven't sent it yet, ask them when to call back. Keep doing this until you get a date. This will give you peace of mind that NSO has got the request to verify your documents. It can take a week or two for NSO to verify the documents. Frequently Asked Questions Will this guarantee that I wont get a white slip due to document verification? No! This is only a guide, and doesn't guarantee anything. You can do all these steps and still have the misfortuntion of getting the white slip due to document verification. Things can still happen, especially in a very long and complicated process like this, which will cause a delay in your document verification and cause it not to be ready at time of interview. This guide is so you know you did everything you could to get the document verification done before your interview. Do I have to follow all these steps? No, you don't have to do all these steps. How many of these steps you follow is totally up to you. I did just fine following only Steps 1, 2, 3 and 6. I didn't even have to do step 6, it just gave me peace of mind. The minimum you should do is Steps 1-3 because these are what are instructed by Delbros. The other steps are just so you know you did everything you possibly could. Does everyone have to go through document verficiation or is it random? Not everyone will have to do document verification but the vast majority will have to. It is better to pay the fee when you really didn't have to then not pay and find out you have to at your interview and have your visa delayed. Also on the embassy's webpage it states: "Applicants whose visa eligibility is dependent upon their marital status (i.e. K-1, K-3, CR-1, IR-1, F-1 and F2-B categories) will normally need to have their documents verified through the National Statistics Office (NSO) before the U.S. Embassy in Manila can issue the visa. Those with a delayed birth or death certificate or only local civil registrar copies of such documents may need to have their documents verified. In order to avoid unnecessary delay in the visa issuance process, the U.S. Embassy in Manila strongly encourages applicants in the categories mentioned above to pay the document verification fee prior to their immigrant visa interview. " I personally wouldn't risk it. I did the document verification but still my visa was delayed... Why? Document verification isn't the only reason for your visa to be delayed. You can still get on AR (Adminsitrative Review) for insufient evidence, missing a document, extensive name checks, etc. You can even get the pink slip and still have your visa delayed for simple things like having to redo finger scanning. The embassy says not to book your flights, quit your job, etc until you have your visa. It is good advice.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-19 00:27:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Skeeter211 @ May 16 2008, 06:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Here in body, but I seem to have lost my mind. hehehe Scott Hehehe...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-18 14:17:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ May 14 2008, 08:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm over here... Hey.... Over here...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-05-15 00:15:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Apr 15 2008, 04:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Danoco @ Apr 12 2008, 07:16 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> pokes head in the room looks around hmmm seems very very quiet in here Yap. back in the day, this thread was a cozy meeting when it was in the Foreign Embassy Forum. The success of this thread probably contributed to the creation of the Philippine Forum. Now that there is a mansion to roam around in, not many come to visit this cozy cottage. Hehehe... I usually stop by just to see what's going on... As time has passed, some of our regulars have move on, but the fond memories and the thread lives on...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-04-15 18:58:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	Phil-Am Families: Based upon the recent policy changes, there have been extensive editorial updates to Sections 4.3 and 4.7 of the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide in order to bring the guide up-to-date. Please review and advise via PM. Thanks a bunch... Cheers!!! Sheriff Uling p.s. - God bless... Edited by Sheriff Uling, 11 April 2008 - 01:27 PM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-04-11 13:27:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Skeeter211 @ Mar 11 2008, 06:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> WOOOHOOO!!!!! Thank you Lord!!!! Our daughter's K-2 Visa arrived yesterday via Delbros!!!! Now she can come to the states and we can be a happy family together! We will wait till July just before the next school year starts, but the visa process for our family is finally done! (Except her AOS... ) WOOOHOOO!!!! Thanks to all those that helped along the way and to the Lord for making all things possible! Take care! Scott Yeah Baby Yeah!!!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-03-12 15:21:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	DISAGREE!!! QUOTE (ryza @ Feb 19 2008, 01:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> AGREED!! QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ Feb 17 2008, 03:23 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My husband (then fiance) almost used the visa assistance service of Cherry Blossoms (since that's where we met). I told him NO, I'll take care of everything. He was surprised and could not believe it. So I told him that in my heart, I was so sure that we will end up together so I have decided to look for informative websites where I could get infos about visa matters even when he hasn't proposed to me yet. I was very presumptiuous at that time because I know that that day we met, we're destined to be together. I used to hang around at Asawa.org but somehow, that website got closed down. And then I found this website. Without VJ and all the helps from my Manila Thread Family, we will never be this successful in our journey. --Mae	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-02-20 00:16:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	Please review Section 4.7 of the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide concerning document verification and PM me any suggestions. By the by, I found out that even lawyers are reviewing our Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide to gain insight into the process. Go figure!!! Edited by Sheriff Uling, 15 February 2008 - 01:10 PM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-02-15 12:35:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (rea @ Feb 10 2008, 11:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hi everyone! just wanna share all the recent good news in me and my husband's life!! well, i am now pregnant and we are expecting a baby boy! i got my employment authorization card in the mail sometime in january and i am working now with H and R Block for part-time! and my husband was promoted in his job this year! we are now waiting for my greencard... goodluck to all of us!! Great News! It's so awesome that things are really moving along in an extremely positive direction. That's very heart-warming. By the by, congrats on the pregnancy... Cheers!!! Sheriff Uling	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-02-10 16:26:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Jan 26 2008, 10:06 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> perhaps what we need is moderation from the President of the Manila Thread, PW. haven't seen much from her lately, has she retired? She's now the chairperson of the board. So we should be expecting a response in the near future...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-26 17:03:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Jan 22 2008, 09:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Jan 22 2008, 10:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Jan 17 2008, 12:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> If we do not see a better picture from "prettyfacenbody," I might have to revoke her Philippines forum privileges. Can we get a vote? it's a lost cause Sheriff, I don't think she's going to cave in. maybe we just have to leave it at just another pretty face. or is it the prettyfacenbody that has peaked your curiosity... me too I'm going to send her a PM and see if we can work this thing out.... The PM will go something like, "POST A REAL PICTURE... YOU'RE SUCH A TEASE!!!" I have sent her a PM and now waiting on her compliance... OR ELSE!!!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-25 14:35:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Jan 22 2008, 10:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Jan 17 2008, 12:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> If we do not see a better picture from "prettyfacenbody," I might have to revoke her Philippines forum privileges. Can we get a vote? it's a lost cause Sheriff, I don't think she's going to cave in. maybe we just have to leave it at just another pretty face. or is it the prettyfacenbody that has peaked your curiosity... me too I'm going to send her a PM and see if we can work this thing out.... The PM will go something like, "POST A REAL PICTURE... YOU'RE SUCH A TEASE!!!" Edited by Sheriff Uling, 23 January 2008 - 12:59 AM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-23 00:58:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	If we do not see a better picture from "prettyfacenbody," I might have to revoke her Philippines forum privileges. Can we get a vote? Edited by Sheriff Uling, 17 January 2008 - 03:26 PM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-17 15:25:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ Jan 14 2008, 11:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Novelyn & Gragg @ Jan 14 2008, 08:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (ryza @ Jan 13 2008, 11:46 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hi! happy new year to all VJ'ers i just want to know if i can apply for my driver's license now while waiting for my SSN or should i wait for my SSN first before going to DMV. thanks and good luck to all of you In most (if not all) states you will need your SSN to apply for a drivers license or state issued ID card. To be safe, check with your DMV to find out the exact requirements for your state. DMV actually asked for my SSN when I applied for Non-Driving License and Learner's Permit... It also seems like DHS, SSA and DMV are all connected to one another when it comes to verifying your identity or status here in the US. SSA had to verify DHS if the greencard I showed them is genuine/valid, same with DMV when I applied for the learner's permit, they had to check my status/identity with DHS and SSA. --Mae P.S. I still cannot believe it that I can legally practice driving now that I got the permit. The written test wasn't so bad. You are absolutely correct! The USCIS, SSA, and DMV are all under the preview of the DHS...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-14 22:44:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	Good deal.... Kudos!!!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-12 10:44:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	From the Manila Embassy Website (CLICK HERE) under "Important Announcements." "APPLICATION FEES FOR U.S. NONIMMIGRANT VISAS TO INCREASE ON 01 JANUARY 2008 Effective 01 January 2008, the application fee for a U.S. nonimmigrant visa will increase from $100 to $131. This increase allows the Department to recover the costs of security and other enhancements to the nonimmigrant visa application process. Applicants who paid the prior $100 application fee before 01 January 2008 will be processed only if they are scheduled and appear for a visa interview before 31 January 2008. Applicants who paid the prior $100 application fee and appear for visa interviews after 31 January 2008 must pay the difference -- $31 -- before they will be interviewed. " The fee increase has already been addressed but I wanted to address the above in red. Cheers!!! Sheriff Uling Edited by Sheriff Uling, 06 January 2008 - 04:20 AM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2008-01-05 07:51:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	Update in red. NAME.............NOA2.....MNL RECD....PACKET4.....MEDICAL....INTERVIEW...MNL CASE# K1/K3 brentsheila.....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-04-08...2007-xxxxxx huggyapple......xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-04-08...2007-xxxxxx melkeikilani....10-16-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-820xxx Tanjay..........10-31-07....11-23-07....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-04-07...2007-xxxxxx TimY............11-02-07....11-26-07....xx-xx-xx...01-28-07...2-04-07...2007-819xxx shiningangel....11-05-07....11-05-07....xx-xx-xx...01-29-08...2-05-07...2007-819xxx Edp333..........10-23-07....11-27-07....xx-xx-xx...01-30-08...2-06-08...2007-xxxxxx bacbac..........xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-06-08...2007-xxxxxx captainjeff228..xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-06-08...2007-xxxxxx honeybear.......xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-06-08...2007-xxxxxx Darling&RG......xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-06-08...2007-xxxxxx ripolo78........xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-06-08...2007-xxxxxx ILoveJoy........xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-07-08...2007-xxxxxx Raquel1208......xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-07-08...2007-xxxxxx LuckyLalaki.....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...2-07-08...2007-xxxxxx bluebelle.......xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx mattandsherykl..xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx todd1000........xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx EternalLove.....11-02-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx nicks...........11-09-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-844xxx cjthel..........11-13-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-844xxx derrel&Lai......11-19-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-847xxx MariEnMichelle..12-11-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx Arrta...........12-13-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-851xxx jfd.............12-19-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx CR/IR djturbo.........09-14-07....xx-xx-xx....xx-xx-xx...xx-xx-xx...x-xx-xx...2007-xxxxxx[/quote] NOTE: The USE only issues Packet 4.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-12-26 15:15:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ Dec 5 2007, 05:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hello Manila Thread family! Well, I am finally done with the AOS. Since it was transferred to CSC, it was approved last Dec. 3rd without an interview. It is such a good feeling knowing that I can now live freely here in the US, drive (but I have to learn how to drive first ) and travel out of the country. No more immigration for almost 2 years - yeahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh! Good luck to all who are still waiting in the visa process and may your journey will be as smooth as mine. Cheers to all! --Mae Good deal! We're so very happy for you... Now you can focus on the real order of business and that's your new lives as husband and wife... Yeah...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-12-05 12:52:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (imaskin @ Dec 3 2007, 07:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I applied for my EAD but i got the rejection notice, asking me to pay $300 something...i paid $1010 though for my AOS. Even if i had enclosed the receipt notice of my I-485 along with my EAD application and two 2x2 photo. The telephone number they(Nebraska Service Center) provided do not work. Will they stop reviewing the case of my AOS if they reject my EAD? I had experience my first snow here in WA... i was amazed. Goodluck Manila family Imaskin... Imatellin you NO! Your AOS case will not cease because the EAD was rejected. If you did not file your EAD along with you AOS application, then you were required to submit your NOA1 (Receipt Notice) along with your EAD. If this was not your issue, then I am humbly sorry for your temporary delay in joining the workforce and hopefully your AOS will be approved soon... Per the USCIS website, in the Application To Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status (I-485) [CLICK HERE] - "If you filed a Form I-485, Application to Register Permanent Residence or Adjust Status, on July 30, 2007, or after, then no fee is required to file a request for advance parole on Form I-131 and/or employment authorization on Form I-765. You may file the I-131 and I-765 concurrently with your I-485, or you may submit the I-131 and/or I-765 at a later date. If you file Form I-131 and/or I-765 separately, you must also submit a copy of the receipt for your Form I-797C, Notice of Action, as evidence of the filing of an I-485." Cheers!!! Sheriff Uling Edited by Sheriff Uling, 04 December 2007 - 01:02 AM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-12-04 01:01:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (ryza @ Dec 2 2007, 06:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> the fee for AOS/EAD/AP is $1010 right? what if i wont apply for AP? is it cheaper? thanks No! The AOS is a one time fee whereas the advance parole (optional) and employment authorization (optional) are include in the fee and the beneficiary has the choice to apply for the optional benefits.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-12-02 23:46:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	The Manila Embassy has finally updated the website to indicate that the medical exam fees have increased in two different locations on the site[CLICK HERE] and [CLICK HERE]. Edited by Sheriff Uling, 28 November 2007 - 11:05 PM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-28 23:04:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (jeng @ Nov 28 2007, 12:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I read this from some posts regarding application of state ID/drivers license..."download print-out of a DMV regulation stating that a state ID can be issued while awaiting for the finality of the AOS/greencard". Can somebody give me a link so I can understand it??? Thank you so much...I am so pissed today not getting a learners permit with their reason that I cant understand... Please reference the Adjustment of Status - Forms and Tips for K1 Visa Beneficiaries [CLICK HERE] just for the AOS tips. The beneficiary can apply 10 - 14 days after arriving to the US, but no later than 21 days before the I-94 expires for a social security card, driver's license, or State ID. I'm not sure whether it's a policy, regulation, or immigration law but it is absolutely certain there will be a cease and decise on processing any of the three before or after the specified window of opportunity previously mentioned. Hopefully someone has a reference or you can do the leg work yourself and let us know what you have discovered. QUOTE (jeng @ Nov 28 2007, 12:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I cant exactly tell from Sect. 1.1 the status between expiration of I-94 and AOS approval. Does this mean that it is statusless??? Until the AOS is approved the beneficiary’s status is nonimmigrant. Once the AOS is approved, the beneficiary’s status will be legal permanent resident (LPR) A.K.A “Permanent Resident.” However, you will only be issued a conditional two year greencard until, if you have been married less than two years. Then 90 days before your two year conditional greencard ends, you must apply to lift the conditions of residence to receive the normal 10 year renewable green card. QUOTE (jeng @ Nov 28 2007, 12:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> When can I apply for a current passport under my married name??? Is this really required for now??? ...WHERE can I apply? ... You can apply to amend your passport to state your married name as soon as you receive your certified marriage license. No, this is not required for any aspect of the immigration process. Meph started a thread which has references cited by other members on where you can apply to amend your passport to your married name [CLICK HERE]. Amending your passport is also not required to travel outside of the US. However, if you do not amend your passport to your married name, then you will have to carry a copy of your marriage license when traveling outside the US in order the validate who you are at the POE. NOTE: Do not travel outside of the US until you have received your advance parole or greencard because you will not be permitted back into the US otherwise, which means that you will have to start the visa process all over again as a K3 visa. Edited by Sheriff Uling, 30 November 2007 - 12:07 PM.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-28 16:26:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (jeng @ Nov 27 2007, 03:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Hi all, I knew I read about this somewhere but i cannot find it...I just want to know what is now my status when my I-94 expires in Dec 22 but already mailed my AOS packet last week... thanks. Please reference Section 1.1 of the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-28 15:47:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (prettyfacenbody @ Nov 17 2007, 07:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> the pic in my avatar is actually me. i hope somehow you will now have an idea of what i look like... QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 31 2007, 05:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Am I the only person who is wondering how "prettyfacenbody" looks...? Where's her pics? QUOTE (PatientlyWaiting @ Oct 31 2007, 11:07 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm curious din PW (aka Pangit Woman ) p.s. Roy & Yazi, thanks for the good wishes. How's everything? QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Nov 1 2007, 01:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> we all know the prettiest women in the world come from the Philippines. still prettyfacenbody, you've peaked our curiosity. we're waiting... I'll be the first to write... TEASER!!! We want more... a full facial shot and let's see that body Yeah Baby Yeah	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-26 13:04:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	I love the Manila Embassy Thread and all the folks here... Yeah Baby Yeah!!!	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-26 03:00:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (niceguy26 @ Nov 25 2007, 02:33 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Is there a link that has the entire list of things the beneficiary needs for interview? We are trying to gather stuff soon, and I keep searching, but I can't find a list that covers everything ex: (NBI clearance, passport photos, police clearance, which forms? etc...) Thanks in advance for any help Please review Section 4.3 of the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide.	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-25 05:51:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (prettyfacenbody @ Nov 17 2007, 07:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> the pic in my avatar is actually me. i hope somehow you will now have an idea of what i look like... QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Oct 31 2007, 05:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Am I the only person who is wondering how "prettyfacenbody" looks...? Where's her pics? QUOTE (PatientlyWaiting @ Oct 31 2007, 11:07 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I'm curious din PW (aka Pangit Woman ) p.s. Roy & Yazi, thanks for the good wishes. How's everything? QUOTE (Roy and Yazi @ Nov 1 2007, 01:56 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> we all know the prettiest women in the world come from the Philippines. still prettyfacenbody, you've peaked our curiosity. we're waiting... I'll be the first to write... TEASER!!! We want more...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-17 12:20:00
Philippines	Manila Embassy Interview/Visa Status	QUOTE (PatientlyWaiting @ Nov 13 2007, 02:22 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (Sheriff Uling @ Nov 13 2007, 01:31 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> A few of our X-mas pics... Ganda babae, ganda lalaki. Salamat po. You are too kind...	Sheriff Uling	Male	Philippines	2007-11-14 10:34:00