Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Anyone in the same shoes? I-134 Jitters	thanks for the response lee&jeniebee.. i hope our visajourney goes well and no rfe's.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-03-17 11:48:00
US Embassy and Consulate Discussion	Anyone in the same shoes? I-134 Jitters	To My Fellow VJers, I just need to get this off my head so I'm asking for your thoughts and opinions regarding this matter. Here's our scenario in a nutshell: 2002 - 2006 - We met in the university, in Manila. We became a couple. Graduated in 2006. 2007 - 2010 - We tried to do business in Manila but return of investment is very slow and we are getting older hence the dream of settling down. June 2010 - He went back to NY (he is a USC and his family is based there, he just went to Manila to study college) to find a job so we can settle there for good. He wasnt able to find a job right away until after 7 months. Feb 2011 - He got employed, a full time job where he earns above the 125% poverty line. He got another job, a part time job in his dad's business. So basically, he has two jobs that earns above the 125% poverty line for a household of 2. My concern is this: We don't have ITR papers to show the consulate as he just started working. My interview at the consulate will be approximately around August 2011 so by that time we can only show letter of employment and pay stubs, and some money in the bank. I've read some refusals due to lack of financial documentary requirements. I'm extremely bothered by this. Please shed me some light.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-03-17 03:52:00
US Citizenship General Discussion	US passport and Philippine passport	yes you have to show both.. my fiance's a dual citizen too.. he brings the 2 passports all the time..	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-07-26 21:30:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion	i-751 January 2014 filers	Please update me on the VSC list, got the letter today, but the approval was made on July 30. Thank you!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2014-08-02 23:42:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion	i-751 January 2014 filers	Spoke to a tier 2 representative about my case being outside of normal processing times. She said they are currently working on January 6th cases. Seems strange since so many people, who filed after that got approved already...   We are on the same boat.. called 2 weeks ago and spoke to a tier 2 officer, they said everything looks good but they just need more time (which probably means they havent worked on it yet) and told me to call back again after 2 weeks to follow up.. might try calling again tom... i filed 01/09	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2014-07-29 18:56:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion	i-751 January 2014 filers	called USCIS customer service after the 6th month since NOA... they said although it is already outside the normal processing time of VSC, when they looked at their secondary system they said that the office where my case was sent was still dealing with previous cases backlog, so mine was considered to be still under normal processing time.. geezzzzz. it is just taking forever.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2014-07-13 19:47:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussion	i-751 January 2014 filers	Hi, Please add me to the list.. under VSC   VJName..............Date of I-751...NOA1 Date....Biometrics.....Approved SASHIBELLS........... 01/06/14......01/09/14......02/06/14......--/--/-- Edited by Sashi Bells, 10 July 2014 - 06:22 AM.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2014-07-10 06:21:00
Philippines	using a co-sponsor	we are in the same shoes.. my fiance just got his job too..since he studied and stayed here in the philippines for quite some time, he doesn't have income tax returns for 2010. That somehow worries us but i think having a stable and above the poverty line income now is what actually matters. i guess we are halfway on our waiting time..keep us posted what happens to your interview..	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-04-21 02:46:00
Philippines	Do the Philippine consulates accept CO-SPONSOR NOW?..	You should get one to play it safe. I think it depends on a case-to-case basis. In my personal experience, the CO who did my interview did not accept our co-sponsor, but I know some who have successfully used one. If your fiance did not meet the requirements then you should definitely have one. HI, i read here you used co-sponsor but was not accepted.. i just want to ask if you submitted the I-134 of the co-sponsor together with your other documents? or you gave it during the interview proper? I'm somehow worried, my fiance just started working last february, so we dont have ITRs yet since we've been together here in manila before he went back to the states. His current income is $800 per annum short of the 125% poverty level which is $18,400 i think. But he does have savings in the bank which is over the x 5 the $800 shortage, which i read could be used as a cover up for the shortage. We've been together for 9 nine years and the upcoming interview is freaking me out. I know co-sponsors are not not allowed in USEM but we're also preparing his mom's ITR's for back -up, just in case.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-22 07:48:00
Philippines	Do the Philippine consulates accept CO-SPONSOR NOW?..	You should get one to play it safe. I think it depends on a case-to-case basis. In my personal experience, the CO who did my interview did not accept our co-sponsor, but I know some who have successfully used one. If your fiance did not meet the requirements then you should definitely have one. HI, i read here you used co-sponsor but was not accepted.. i just want to ask if you submitted the I-134 of the co-sponsor together with your other documents? or you gave it during the interview proper? I'm somehow worried, my fiance just started working last february, so we dont have ITRs yet since we've been together here in manila before he went back to the states. His current income is $800 per annum short of the 125% poverty level which is $18,400 i think. But he does have savings in the bank which is over the x 5 the $800 shortage, which i read could be used as a cover up for the shortage. We've been together for 9 nine years and the upcoming interview is freaking me out. I know co-sponsors are not not allowed in USEM but we're also preparing his mom's ITR's for back -up, just in case.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-22 07:48:00
Philippines	CFO at St. Mary's and COF Extension Office	Thanks for sharing! Updated and informative!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-07-19 06:46:00
Philippines	CENOMAR/July19,2011 interview	hi im scheduled on july 25 for interview, my cenomar is dated june 18.. i have the same concern too.. but i believe it's pretty good	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-30 06:11:00
Philippines	Visa Delivery	Hi, I see you are under CR-1, I'm under K-1, i don't know if it's the same but I think they do additional processing for your papers like if youve submitted some more documents in the interview, in K-1, with the visa delivery theres comes a packet that you are not allowed to open, you have to bring it sealed and present it to your point of entry.. that contains maybe your files..	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-07-26 21:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	NOA1 February Fillers?	Hi barn and cean maybe you can wait til later today as it is monday there in the US.. But i think the wait time is up to 9 days on a regular basis.. Happy valentine's to you as well.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-14 06:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	NOA1 February Fillers?	Congratulations andrey and milena!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-14 02:16:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	NOA1 February Fillers?	don't worry, i believe you'll have it tomorrow.. we have one day timeline difference	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-09 20:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	NOA1 February Fillers?	just got our NOA1 this morning via e-notification, so relieved.. after 7 days of waiting.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-09 11:58:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	NOA1 February Fillers?	<br />Oh sweet at least I'm not alone here.....that's quite a relief. <img src='http://static-forums...ult/kicking.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' />  I was also reading the January 2011 Filers it seems that  some of them got there NOA1 within 3 days, I hope it's also gonna be that fast for us. We should really keep each other posted knowing we have the same timeline, it's hard to wait isn't it? like wondering everyday what happened to our &quot;hardwork&quot; paperwork, well I guess this is just the start for us <img src='http://static-forums...efault/wink.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /> <br /><br /><br /> <br /><br /><br /> I totally can relate.. feels like ages.. waiting and waiting, checking if there's any update.. and yes, the start of a long visa journey.. a waiting the game that is worth the while. I also read about people getting the noa1 the same day, though the usual is like 4 days. wheeew we should have it this week.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-08 21:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	NOA1 February Fillers?	<br />Nice, very informative! Yes, we have G-1145 with the package and paid through personal check mailed to the Lockbox address. Oh, so we still have to wait for the mail before we can get the case number? How about for the e-mail or text notification is this also considered as NOA1 or just acknowledging that they received the package? Also, I think getting through the USCIS site we can also use the Receipt number, not sure though will this also be mailed together with the NOA1? Thanks so much, appreciate your response.<img src='http://static-forums...efault/good.gif' class='bbc_emoticon' alt='' /><br /> <br /><br /><br /> Hi! We have the same timeline, we still don't have the NOA1. Hopefully this week.. Just like you, we keep on checking..	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-08 11:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	OMG OMG WERE APPROVE!!!!!!!	congratulations fellow vermonter! we hope to follow the roll of approvals soon..	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-03 02:28:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	APPROVED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	congrats!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-07 19:45:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	APPPPPPROOOOVEEED BEFORE THE 5th MONTH!	thank you dear VJ family!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-15 22:27:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	APPPPPPROOOOVEEED BEFORE THE 5th MONTH!	congrats to you guys!!!!! so happy for you, finally your NOA2 arrived Thank you Barn and Cean! Yours will come soon! We almost have the same timeline!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-14 21:12:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	APPPPPPROOOOVEEED BEFORE THE 5th MONTH!	OH MY GODDDDD!!! I CANT BELIEVE IT! When hope seems to be fading away. THERE COMES NOA2!!!! Halfway there!!! I feel so shivery high right now hahahahahaha Thank you VJ Family for being a lifeline amidst the waiting time. More challenges to come but at least we are a step closer!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-14 20:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	Visa approved!!!	congratulations on your approval!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-22 08:38:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	October Filer Receives NOA2 after almost 10 months	WOW Finally, i'm so happy for you! I've been following your case! You deserve it! Keep the faith!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-07-27 22:22:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	SO HAPPY!!!! GOT NOA2!!! JUST NOW!!!!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-06-14 20:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	hi danik713, i have the exact concern for VSC.. no feb approval so far this week.. im thinking they are trying to organize things and they are approving the RFEd cases last year and then moving on to january so as to be in the proper order.. im not sure.. the march filer who got approved i think was an expedited request.. oh my where are our case files.. the approval rate seems to be slower again.. hmmm.. $75USD to mail measely papers.. ridiculous. It is pricey to "overnight" to Trini too. Next day delivery actually takes several days - talk about false advertising. Congrats Andrey & Milena!! Lovelyjoy, about time huh? I thought NVC was supposed to be quick, but I suppose a couple weeks is nothing compared to the NOA2 wait. Welcome smasbreuk, you should get that case number soon. Would anyone like to put a good word in at VSC for the rest of us? This week VSC has approved petitions from August, Septemeber, October, November, December, January, and March - but nothing from February. I am pretty sure we have no red flags or anything obvious to worry about, but every day I get a little nervous or paranoid. Lately I've been thinking about the interview and getting denied there. I wish there were more members or reviews for Trinidad like there is for Canada or the Phils. jingo, I have read from other VJ members that once a form expires they will continue to accept it until a new version is published. There are also some forms which indicate "previous versions also accepted." I do not know this for certain and have only read about i so I can't give you a link/source - but hopefully they will post something new on Monday. It's really not a complicated form so I'd hope Consulars would be understanding... but who knows.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-05-28 22:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	good vibes for all feb filers.. yes vsc is rolling. yay!!! hopefully it stays that way.. hmm.. can we actually have our shots done prior medical? what shots can we do? will they accept it?	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-04-30 21:59:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	hi jingo, we also got our NOA1 hardcopy yesterday, i think we almost have the same timeline. wow i hope it's true for jan/feb filers.. faster and no rfe's	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-15 11:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	Yup read some timelines with 2 months waiting time For noa2, it's really case to case basis. Hopefully we will be one of those =D	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-14 03:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	Good question hahahaha i think after the noa1 we should keep the love goin and prove it is ongoin. ;D let's all hope the process gets faster, no rfe's, and no blizzards that might affect their work hours and result to delays	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-11 06:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	I think the legit date to follow is the one from noa1 Snail mail. I have the same concern. On the uscis site it says it's feb 2 but they gave a notice on feb 9. So im just waiting for the snail mail and i will just follow the date there.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-11 04:53:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	[quote name='Barn and Cean' timestamp='1297396155' post='4469525'] Did you guys try to login to USCIS and see if you can check your status there? Still no NOA1 for me it seems that it's taking them a little bit delayed now compare to last month. [/quote I tried to log in at uscis site using the case number, it works. Same info they sent on email.	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-11 04:29:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	Congratulations marc and ner, it truly is a waiting game. Let's keep each other posted feb filers!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-10 01:57:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	I think yes, all K-1 goes to TX Service center first then they sort it out and send them to the either VSC or CSC, depending on the petitioner's location.They sent NOA1 notification through sms and email, still waitin for the snail mail. They gave a case number that you can use to track visa USCIS website.I believe you will get it this week =D	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-09 22:40:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	I am a February filer	finally got NOA1 this morning after a week of waiting.. wheeew	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-02-09 19:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	Length of time dating before marriage proposal	nice topic you got here.. we met in the university, way back in 2002 so we are a couple for 9 years now.. we practically grew up with each other =D the proposal was dec 2010.. our noa1 date is feb 2, 2011.. so yes, we are waiting in vain for noa2..	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-05-21 04:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	i-134 question 11 annual income help	thanks for this info tahoma, ive always thought we need to wait for the packet	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-05-22 20:13:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures	i-134 question 11 annual income help	Hmm i am not sure if i can schedule that for her?, don't she have to wait to receive the packet and completing that before scheduling? Some say they will consider co-sponsor,.. waaa i cant focus now. Yup you have to wait for the packet, i hope it goes well for us, same shoes.. Well we just have to give it a try, the worst we could get is an rfe anyway.. But im pretty sure there will always be a way =D it will be ok!	Sashi Bells	Not Telling	Philippines	2011-05-22 08:26:00