ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesDivorce question

After reading all of these posts, I am confused as to the best option for you.

  If you try for an annulment, wouldn't the Philippine court question the reason since you already have a presumption of death?  This seems like it would make the convoluted anulment process even more time consuming and expensive.

If you go forward with the presumption death, wouldn't the NVC or DOS want to see a death certificate since this is a US citizen?  It is hard to believe that they would accept a presumption of death certificate from a foreign country as proof an American citizen who resides in the US is dead.  As far as the US govt potentially not knowing the marriage in the Phils took place, they will see it on the cenomar.

Since the marriage took place in the Philippines and since your fiance still resides there as a citizen, I am not sure a divorce decree from the US would nullify the marriage.

Even if they did accept that, would they allow you to divorce someone who is dead?

Maybe I am missing something...


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-29 12:29:00
PhilippinesInterview tomorrow.. Wish me luck!

Best of luck!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-02-20 09:47:00
PhilippinesI-29F approved, MNL# received, what's next?

Hanks page is great, it helped us a lot.  I also found the info at the following link to be excellent!  Between the two, I think you have all the info you need.

http://philippinefia....com/steps.html

 

Cheers


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-29 19:23:00
PhilippinesHas anyone went through Newark NJ as point of entry?
My fiance went thru Newark on Feb 16. Took her about an hour to get through everything. She was travelling alone.
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-03-23 13:28:00
PhilippinesHong Kong Visa and Packet 4 Problem!
You can request a letter from the us embassy in Manila that says they need a police clearance. There is no need to wait for the packet 4 to be sent.
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-04-01 18:29:00
PhilippinesJanuary 2014 Interviews Thread!

Annie recieved her visa in hand yesterday.  It was delivered by 2Go to her house in San Antonio Zambales.  Her interview was Jan 16 and she was told she was approved then.  On Monday the status changed to Issued.  Was never able to see a status at 2Go..


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-30 10:52:00
PhilippinesJanuary 2014 Interviews Thread!

I'm not celebrating yet! Lol well, maybe just a little bit! Juuuust---a---feeeeeeewwwe---mmoooooorrrreeee---ddddaaaaaayyyyysssssss!!!!

 

 

I feel exactly the same way!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-24 20:43:00
PhilippinesJanuary 2014 Interviews Thread!

Our status changed today to Issued!!  Life is good!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-24 12:53:00
PhilippinesJanuary 2014 Interviews Thread!

Annie interviewed on the 16th.  The visa status changed today from Ready on the 17th to AP.  I was hoping for Issued.  I hope there is no problem..


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-23 17:34:00
PhilippinesJanuary 2014 Interviews Thread!

Thanks RedPepper!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-19 08:56:00
PhilippinesJanuary 2014 Interviews Thread!

Annie had her CFO class on the 15th and her embassy interview the next day.  Both went smoothly and she was approved.  Now waiting for the visa to be shipped.  The information on tracking status is VERY useful.

 

Thanks!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-01-17 11:06:00
PhilippinesDoes my 17 year old K2 step daughter need an NBI clearance to follow to join?

Thank you Hank and apple21!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-04-13 17:37:00
PhilippinesDoes my 17 year old K2 step daughter need an NBI clearance to follow to join?

We are now in the process of bring my two step-daughters over from the Philippines ages 14 and 17..  They were both listed on the 129f which was approved.  I have tried searching but I didn't see an answer to the NBI clearance.  Also, will she need a cenomar?.  Thank in advance for your help.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-04-13 11:55:00
PhilippinesPlease udpate us for any interview slot opening
We lucked out with the interview of my two K2 follow to join step-daughters. We were only able to schedule one interview but when they got to the embassy they let them both in and they both are approved and awaiting their passports and visa. Time to book their flights now I think.
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-09 09:22:00
PhilippinesPlease udpate us for any interview slot opening

June 9 is available now


Hi Zedyan,
Thank you for the update! I was able to book one interview on June 9th. I have two minor step-daughters so I am hoping to get another interview on the same date. I talked with the embassy to see if they can be interviewed together but was told no. I guess I just have to keep refreshing the screen and hope to get another interview.
Thank you again for your update!!



jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-06 12:13:00
PhilippinesPlease udpate us for any interview slot opening

Thanks again Hank!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-02 18:53:00
PhilippinesPlease udpate us for any interview slot opening

Thanks llindsay.  I was asking about the browser auto refresh add on that was mentioned earlier.  It automatically refreshes your screen every so many seconds.  Seems like a waste if you are not notified when there is a screen change such as when dates appear on the dashboard.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-02 17:52:00
PhilippinesPlease udpate us for any interview slot opening

Thanks Guys,

I guess I will try the browser refresh add on to see if that helps.  How does it notify you when there is a change?


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-02 14:56:00
PhilippinesPlease udpate us for any interview slot opening

We are also anxiously waiting for my 2 follow to join K2 step daughters to schedule their interviews.  So hard to hear we missed some chance to schedule.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-02 14:19:00
Philippinesinterview Appointment in Manila
All I can say is that I am thankful this did not happen when my wife scheduled her interview in Feb. This interview is for my two k2 follow to join step-daughters.
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-05 13:25:00
Philippinesinterview Appointment in Manila

We saw a June 24 date available last night around 11:00.  However when we clicked continue to book the date it was no longer available..


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-05 10:04:00
PhilippinesSchedule Appointment
Congratulations!
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-07-01 14:04:00
PhilippinesSchedule interview Appointment in manila

This lack of scheduling availability is very frustrating.   My two K2 step-daughters have had their medical but need an interview to come here as a follow-to-join to be with us in the states.  I was hoping to have them take English classes this summer so they are better prepared for school in Sep.  Now, I don't have any idea when they will be able to come.

It would be nice if there was a separate scheduling process for K2s since their mother was already interviewed and approved. I would think their interview is really more of a formality..


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-05-23 14:32:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

I started a September 2013 Filers posting on Sep 03.  Maybe we can merge them together somehow?


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2013-09-09 10:39:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember K-1 Filers

Hi Guys,

As Jess&Mohamed said,

 

"Hello!

 

Please join the "September 2013 filers" discussion here: 

http://www.visajourn...er-2013-filers/"

 

We have a lot of Sep K1 filers already posting on that thread.  It would be good if we all had only one place to look to see how others who filed in our month are progressing. I look forward to seeing you there.

Best of luck to you all in your visa journey.

Cheers

 


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2013-10-14 18:21:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsCeac.state.gov

I had trouble too.  I was selecting non-immigrant visa and selecting the Philippines.  Got an error.  When I select immigrant visa and enter the case number, I get the following message

Your case is in transit to the Consular Section. Your interview date was provided to you by the National Visa Center.

 

This part is confusing..


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2013-11-07 19:06:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsWhat do you think?

Hi Janet, Seems like you already know the answer as was said before.  If you are afraid that if you ask your fiancé to postpone the marriage until you know each a little better he will end the relationship, then it wasn't meant to be.  Spend more time together if at al possible.  The DR is really not that far from the US and flights are not that expensive.  If a tourist visa from there is possible then have him come stay with you and meet your children.  If it is meant to be it will work out.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2013-12-01 12:18:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
Annie has received her AP/EAD and has started a new job. She had her last driving lesson today. Hopefully, she will have her license within a month.
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-08-29 14:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

Hey Hey, 
 
My husband got his employment authorization "combo" card with advanced parole.
 
Today we got a letter from USCIS......
 
Here's what it said:
 
"USCIS has identified your application as a potential interview waiver case.....
 
...As you know your case is currently pending.....
 
..Due to workload factors not related to your case, USCIS anticipates delay in completing your case. Presently, we anticipate that delay to be approximately 6 months from the date of this letter.." 
 
 
 
 
Anybody else receive a letter like this???
 
Currently our I-485 is still at the acceptance stage.. since April 11



















We got the same letter in the mail yesterday.
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-08-19 14:25:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
Congratulations!


Approved and issued!
 
Quick update.  Ruby received the requested documents about 2 weeks ago and sent it all in to the embassy the same day.  Status was updated 2 days later indicated it was touched and still in administrative processing.  Status switched to issued last Friday and she received everything back from the embassy on Tuesday.  She's back in Manila today for her CFO seminar.  So glad to finally be through this part of the process and she and her daughter will be here on 7/15.  Not a moment too soon, I'm drowning in wedding planning...  ;)
 
I-129F Sent - 9/12/13
NOA1 - 9/16/13
Alien Reg # changed - 10/8/13
NOA2 email - 2/24/14
NOA2 hardcopy - 3/1/14
NVC ship to Consulate - 3/13/14
Consulate received - ?
Packet 3 Recd - never
DS-160 Filed - 3/6/14
Called and received appointment time - 3/27/14
Medical - 3/28/14
Interview - 4/4/14 requested additional documentation
Receive additional documentation - 6/18/14
Approved! - 6/27/14
Visa in hand - 7/1/14
Arrive in the US - 7/15/14!!   :)
Wedding date - 9/13/14




















Annie's 14 and 17 year old daughters arrived here early Wednesday am. So nice to finally have them here with us.



jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-07-10 11:20:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

you got your AOS interview already??
how???
Last update I received about AOS was that they received it...
and now nothing.



It was Annie's Biometric interview. They just took her fingerprints. Still waiting for a real interview if we will need one.

jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-19 15:02:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
Congratulations!
jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-11 14:41:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
We lucked out with the interview of my two K2 follow to join step-daughters. We were only able to schedule one interview but when they got to the embassy, they let them both in and they both are approved and awaiting their passports and visa. Time to book their flights now I think.
Annie has her AOS interview in Bedford, NH this Friday. Best of luck to all.

jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-09 09:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

We filled out the ds-160 on the embassy web site.

 


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-06-04 19:36:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

We finally received the three confirmation letters in the mail.

At the same time we are trying to bring over Annie's two daughters over as K2 follow to join.  There have been no interview dates available for over a month now.  We have called and talked with the embassy but they just keep saying to wait until more dates become available.  I was hoping they could be here in time to attend an English class before school starts in August..


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-05-28 16:30:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers
AOS Update
Thought I would let you guys know about our AOS process so far.
We sent our package with the AOS, EAD, and AP documents and electronic notification request forms priority mail on May 2. It was signed for on May 5. On the web site it says you should get a confirmation of receipt within 10 days. Well we just received the e-mails yesterday, May 22.
I guess I was spoiled by the prompt reply I received when I submitted the I-129 package.
We are now waiting for the confirmation to come in the mail.
Best of luck to all.
Cheers!






jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-05-23 14:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

Things have been insane around here lately. We moved into our new house on the 2nd of May and S arrived on the 5th. He shipped out his things, so as soon as we somewhat got my things unpacked his arrived. Ha! We're getting married on the 4th of July. Life is good!

 

Congratulations!!


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-05-19 08:24:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

Congratulations!

I just sent of Annie's AOS, AP and EAD package.  I hope this part goes smooth as well.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-05-02 14:33:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

 EAD is the employment authorization doc. and the AP is the Advance Parole- it provides a non-immigrant K-1 visa holder permission to re-enter the United States while their Legal Permanent Resident Adjustment of Status (AOS) application is pending.

 

I looked it up...I'm not that smart :rofl:

 

Thanks Yanet!  Yes the EAD allows your spouse to work here in the US until the AOS is complete which can be several months. Annie is very anxious to get out of the house and get a job.  The AP is required only if you need to travel out of the country before your status is adjusted.  My son is getting married in Mexico so I want to make sure Annie can travel with me to the wedding.  I hope everything goes quickly for you.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-03-25 10:47:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsSeptember 2013 Filers

Usually when this happens, your visa is about to be issued. Shouldn't take long now!

We are married! Waiting for our official certificate so we can file our AOS package. :)

 

Congratulations!! We are getting married this weekend.  We will be right behind you filing for our AOS, EAD, and AP.


jgoodmanMalePhilippines2014-03-24 15:56:00