ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesYEPEE!!!!!!!! Case Complete
QUOTE (Lady AA @ Oct 20 2009, 08:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
But i do not know if we can ask to get a earlier schedule interview at the embassy.



naku sis it cant be scheduled earlier. tried calling US embassy in manila. they said it can later but not earlier.
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-19 21:06:00
PhilippinesYEPEE!!!!!!!! Case Complete
haha smile.gif congratulations sis smile.gif appointment letter very soon smile.gif yipeeeeeeeee smile.gif then PINK!
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-19 09:52:00
PhilippinesNon-Immigrant and Immigrant Medical
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Oct 20 2009, 08:12 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Does the results for each category got the same validity period?



they are both the same. the process and payment. validity is both 6 months.
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-20 18:22:00
PhilippinesPinoy Mnemonics
P
A
L

which means palamunin. (somebody elses feeds you).ideally pal means philippines airlines.

P-oahinga
M-muna
A-anak

which means you cannot go afford to go to school that particular sem, ideally PMA means Philippine Military Academy
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-15 14:39:00
PhilippinesCFO question
Cebu and Manila only ata
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-19 05:10:00
PhilippinesCFO question
Called CFO a while ago,told her im done with my medical and i dont have my passport is it okay for me to attend their seminar? She said ,YES its okay to attend seminar.She said just go there and bring 2 valid ID's told her dont have any other but my NBI clearance.

She then asked me if Im married,said YES. So she said bring the ff:
1.Birth Certificate
2.Marriage Certificate
3.A Valid ID (She said NBI Clearance is a VALID ID)

but Im going to bring optional documents:
1.Original Legal Capacity to Marry of my husband
2. Original Divorce Decree

Im planning to attend the seminar on october 22,2009. On that same Day Im planning to get my NBI ID CARD. Ill go to carriedo first before attending the seminar.

Also Im going to bring the original copies of my documents and 2 photocopies including the NBI,we never know,just to makin sure have enough copies.
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-19 04:54:00
PhilippinesI-130 packet sent!!
QUOTE (Kevin-n-Merlaine @ Oct 23 2009, 03:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I mailed out packet out to the Chicago lock box yesterday. Finally the ball is rolling!! We're both so excited to have the process officially started!! I'm just curious how long it took before you heard anything?


My husband filed for my and our sons I130 april 2009,we got our noa2 august 2009 smile.gif more or less 4-5 months smile.gif goodluck!
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 18:49:00
PhilippinesMy CFO experience
QUOTE (Tahoma @ Oct 23 2009, 03:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Congrats and Good luck on your interview.

tokyo tokyo's meals are very tasty.

~Chinook



yeah it taste good. my fave is beef misono smile.gif and prawn tempura yumm! yess pls smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 19:39:00
PhilippinesMy CFO experience
sis sa CFO sa my quirino. sa orange na building. smile.gif dun po stickers! smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 08:34:00
PhilippinesMy CFO experience
hi smile.gif it was a very hectic day for me today smile.gif

8am went to NBI carriedo, got my NBI ID card. smile.gif

10am attended guidance and counselling @ PRISM

1230 One on One counseling,asked me for my mom in laws name. and some info about my beloved hubby

1240 my yellow certificate was released smile.gif

1:00 pm arrived at CFO

1:45 pm got my green certificate smile.gif

then i ate a hearty meal @ tokyo tokyo and i bought little mr gabby his fave oreo cheesecake YUMM! smile.gif

ill just go back to CFO for me and gabby's stickers yey! smile.gif

now the only thing to worry is the INTERVIEW ! ...
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 07:51:00
PhilippinesChanged departure date, in US now :D
QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Oct 23 2009, 08:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello VJers!

Pippo and I are in the U.S. now. biggrin.gif We changed departure dates to avoid the wrath of Lupit...which I think should be aptly renamed to Lame-o. LOL

All the same, we are finally reunited with Rick here in Florida.

Your turn will come soon! POE Review to follow...VJ seems to be in maintenance mode.



congratulations sis smile.gif done with my advance seminar. just counting the days till my interview smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 20:38:00
PhilippinesVisa Dilivered!!!
congratulations!
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 19:51:00
PhilippinesOMG!OMG!
congratulations! smile.gif

good luck on your trip soon smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-21 04:47:00
Philippinestipping government workers
also the seminar before getting married bout the family planning thingy,since we paid the civil registrar we did not need to attend. hahaha smile.gif also instead of coming to the city hall for the wedding,the MAYOR went to my house,take note MAYOR of my town! hahah special treatment LoL. Also he agreed to be one of our sponsors (NINONG) hahaha smile.gif,and the Municipal Treasurer is also our sponsor (NINANG) so when i go to the municipal hall im treated like a SPECIAL guest haha smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-19 09:48:00
Philippinestipping government workers
QUOTE (lbounds @ Oct 19 2009, 07:34 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Has anyone heard of having to "tip" the workers in any of the offices in manila to speed along the process of getting the forms, waiting in lines etc ?

I've heard this is common in the Philippines and have seen it myself before in some goverment offices there though not directly related to the visa process.



YES. hahaha. example our Marriage certificate,paid someone to make NSO copies fast. within two weeks i have our MC issued by NSO wink.gif also my NBI,paid them,they printed my clearance in an instant,NO waiting.
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-19 06:46:00
PhilippinesNBI and CENOMAR
QUOTE (AFweatherguy @ Oct 23 2009, 09:27 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Also, my Fiancee's would perfer to get her vaccinations after she arrives in the U.S.


whether she likes it or not, she WILL have to have it done here. its going to be the last step (medical process).

annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-23 08:50:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
QUOTE (Steve and Nor @ Oct 24 2009, 04:07 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Anna,


Musta na?
I just read this post of yours just a few minutes ago. Yes, you are right. There is always good and bad wherever you go. But we are all glad, you and your son passed the exam.

I will be having my exam next week, Oct. 27-28 and I really pray I will be able to pass it. My interview will be on the 19th of NOvember.

May God guide me all through out.

God bless us all, Sis.


hi sis smile.gif im happy we are done with the medical. im also done with cfo,did an advance seminar.just going back for stickers smile.gif ill do that when i pass the interview smile.gif my interview would be nov 23 @ 830 am. goodluck to the november batch.. GOD Bless smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-24 07:07:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
QUOTE (philmae83 @ Oct 8 2009, 01:25 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
congrats anna and son...also good luck to your interview



thank you sis smile.gif godbless and goodluck to US all smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-08 05:56:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
QUOTE (LÜvtechwifey @ Oct 8 2009, 08:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
whuw! that's #######! Why would they be so rude to you?
Guess when I was there the kind hearted were present. lol

But I still filled out the evaluation form and submitted it to the guard. They might have some awakenings from what I wrote.



i dont know hahah. well it does not matter anymore haha. smile.gif im done with them,and swear IM NEVER COMING BACK THERE! hahah
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-07 20:13:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
QUOTE (Bob 4 Anna @ Oct 7 2009, 10:57 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (anna L @ Oct 7 2009, 09:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Bob 4 Anna @ Oct 7 2009, 09:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well babe, looks like we're just waiting for NVC Case Complete & Interview.....

wrong also our 1st yr anniversary on friday! smile.gif

1yr of meeting, Wedding Anniversary isn't until Jan...



yeah,i know.

QUOTE (marriedtomrg @ Oct 7 2009, 10:49 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Sorry to hear about your experience at St. Luke's, however I am happy that you still got positive results (an approval, that is).

Our interview is tomorrow morning at 7:00 a.m. I'm having diffuculty sleeping...lol. Ganito lang siguro talaga...

Take care, Anna. smile.gif



goodluck sis!
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-07 18:03:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
QUOTE (Bob 4 Anna @ Oct 7 2009, 09:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Well babe, looks like we're just waiting for NVC Case Complete & Interview.....



wrong also our 1st yr anniversary on friday! smile.gif

QUOTE (Lady AA @ Oct 7 2009, 10:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (anna L @ Oct 7 2009, 08:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
some pics.smile.gif ive attached to my post. just cant edit anymore so i made a reply. smile.gif


Hi sis, you are really brave to face those rude person inside SLMEC, I will go for medical next week. God bless you.



GOODLUCK! and just ignore them. smile.gif coz once youre done with them youll never see them again! :)take care!
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-07 09:48:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
some pics.smile.gif ive attached to my post. just cant edit anymore so i made a reply. smile.gif

Edited by anna L, 07 October 2009 - 08:41 AM.

annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-07 08:40:00
PhilippinesMy bittersweet experience @ SLMEC
September 24 - first day
- Mine went well so far.
- After Physical Exam a "DOCTOR" there told me she is giving me a Referral to see a Psychologist (for my Son cause he is deaf). She said its OPTIONAL. So when I was called at the US counter told them I wont go to the Psychologist since its optional.

September 25- My son's Skin test.
- after skin test they told me to check out at one of the Windows at the ground floor.
- Went to that specific window that was when they said the "see a psychologist" IS NOW A REQUIREMENT. (I got pissed off)

September 28-Skin test reading
- we were scheduled 8:00 am
- one of the staff told me to get the papers of my son at the specific window where i checked out
- @ 8 am Went to window A, she said the guy assigned to that window is not available till 830 am. so i told her,Maam Our schedule is 8 am, she said well he is not available till 830 am. and before I even had the chance to talk she said NEXT! ( haha nice eh?)
- went back to the 2nd floor talked to the staff told him cant get the papers the rude lady wouldnt talk to me,he went downstairs to get it for me then
- @845 Am asked them is my sons papers there yet? the attendant said they are looking for it. so I went back to my seat
- @ 930 Am asked him again is my sons papers there yet? He said they dont know where youre sons papers are. (#######! so much for coming early,almost an hour past and still looking for my sons papers) I was crying cause I have never been treated like a retard,could not take it so when i could not control it I cried,cried and cried.I cant do anything then.
- @ 940 my 63 yr old mom talked to the staff and said my grandsons schedule is 8am are is papers already there? He answered in a very rude and loud voice Cant you wait? he would be called soon,they lost the papers so they are looking for it! (wow so they lost my sons papers and its us that should wait for how many hours coz they dont know where they placed it? plus he could have talk to my mom in a nice way, cmon she is a seniour citizen!)
- @ 10 am finally we were called for Skin test reading,RESULT:POSITIVE,so we were instructed to go to the 3rd floor xray.
- @ 10:30 am called @ the xray room,my son had his xray. told us to wait @ the second floor for the result.
- @ 2:00 pm I was called @ the second floor,i was asked if there is another family member doin the medical,so i said Yes.my son he said You cant have the shots unless we already have youre son's xray result.So i went out of the immunization room and went back to my seat.
- @ 3:30 pm we were asked to go to the window @ the ground floor where i checked out the last time. So went there and the nurse told me,did you go to the psychologist? Said not yet sir, our schedule was 10 am this morning but we were instructed by the doctor to go the xray room. so he said why did you put the receipt on the box? (like he was accusing me of bypassing the "see the psychologist thingy") so i said sir,we were instructed by the doctor ro wait on the 2nd floor and put our receipts there,(basically ignored that he was tryin to pick a fight).
- @ 3:45 called psychologist and asked her if we can see her that day,she said she is too busy,so i said okay maam,before hanging up the phone she said,were are you from? maam we are from tarlac,so she said okay you can see me today just come here asap)
- @ 430 we have arrived at her clinic in cubao. she basically asked me some stuff about my son and said You know I dont even know why they sent you here,youre son is deaf and he is only two,so automatic he cannot do a lot of things, i did not say anything. she then assured me what ever the result of the exam it will not affect the visa application. so i was relieved. she told me result would be available within a week.

Oct 2 - @ 330 pm called SLMEC if the results are there already said negative.
Oct 5 - @ 1030 am called SLMEC and asked them for the result again negative,they instructed me to call the psychologist.
- @ 1130 am called Psychologist,she apologized for the delay coz they were sent home friday due to the typhoon,I said its okay maam.told me to call SLMEC tuesday or wednesday for the result.


oct 6 @ 1130 am called SLMEC,for the result,said its available,asked the guy I was talking to if we can come back wednesday,he said yes. and instructed me to give the receipt to the guard when we arrive.

oct 7 @ 2:30 am we left paniqui,tarlac to go to SLMEC
- @ 430 we have arrived in manila.
- @ 530 went to SLMEC,and stayed at the lobby
- @ 7 am went to the guard and handed him sons receipt said comeback 8 am
- @ 730 went to the 2nd floor and talked to my mom about going out coz we are not allowed to go inside SLMEC till 8 am,fortunately saw one of the staff at saint lukes who actually took my receipt,asked me where we are going said leaving, asked me why,said the guard says we should leave,he asked did you go to the psychologist? said yes sir. called yesterday they said the results are already here. He said go downstairs and tell the guard about the situation,told him I already did that. but nweys went downstairs again. To my surprise he was beside the guard, The guard told me come back 8 30 am.so he said NO,they are for immunization. haha Im soo happy. Said thank you to him.
@ 830 my name was called at the immunization room, had 3 shots. (tetanus,chicken pox and anti cervical)
@ 900 was called @ counter A,they let me sign forms for the CD and Immunization Docs. told me i will be called again.
@ 10 am my son was called at the immunization room. He had 4 shots ( all of which are booster shots of the vaccine he previously had),he was cryin so loud..huhuh sad.gif
@ 11 am my name was called again at counter F,they have given me my xray CD and immunization sheet.
@ 1:30 pm my sons name was called @ window E,asked me to have my sons thumbmark on the forms,they also had handed the Xray CD and Immunization Sheet of my Son. whew! as I leave SLMEC i had a big smile on my face and sayin thanks GOD finally!
@ 135 pm called my super handsome hubby saying hun,finally we are done with the medical! he says he is proud of me smile.gif and said dont forget STARBUCKS before going home (starbucks is my fave, he always says Id go to starbucks once in a while,plus this time he said its a reward for being a brave girl)

DONE! smile.gif
Comments: based on my experience some people at SLMEC are really mean and rude. But some are nice and very polite.I guess thats balance of nature.I mean if in one building all people are nice,it just then too good to be true. Like its not real. Yes its possible but thats not always the case.Bottom line is,same time next year me and my husband would just be laughing at this chapter.and to those mean people there @ SLMEC,same time this year they might still be there processing medical for people like Us, who are fortunate enough to be with our SO's wink.gif. goodnight guys! and to my hubby thank you so much for the support and love.in love with you always and forever,Anna smile.gif


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annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-07 08:28:00
PhilippinesQuestion for those who have been approved
QUOTE (GuardianOne @ Oct 23 2009, 06:37 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
We just got our NOA2. I was wondering how long it took from your NOA2 to your interview date and visa approval? I'm hoping she can be here before our Anniversary which is just before Christmas.



what kind of visa? if its immigrant theres no way that would happen. if its immigrant more or less 2 months.
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-22 18:47:00
PhilippinesNeed clarification for NBI
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Oct 25 2009, 06:29 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (anna L @ Oct 25 2009, 01:19 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Oct 25 2009, 05:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks!! Did you get the same remarks? unsure.gif



YES smile.gif



kicking.gif kicking.gif Thank you so much!!! kicking.gif kicking.gif



Welcome sir smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-25 05:54:00
PhilippinesNeed clarification for NBI
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Oct 25 2009, 05:45 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks!! Did you get the same remarks? unsure.gif



YES smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-25 05:19:00
PhilippinesNeed clarification for NBI
QUOTE (Lancelotte25 @ Oct 25 2009, 04:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello guys,

I just received my NBI from the Philippines today but in remarks it indicates "NO DEROGATORY RECORD".
Will this cause me an RFE or any delays?

Thanks

Lee



NOPE. only means you dont have any criminal records smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-25 04:44:00
PhilippinesI am back........
hi eros nice to see you back smile.gif

i hope you are okay now smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-25 05:54:00
PhilippinesOMG... for December Interview!
QUOTE (Lady AA @ Oct 21 2009, 08:11 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello guys! I called NVC tonight and the operator told me that NVC is giving me a schedule for December because there are no more slots for November at the US Embassy Manila. The operator also told me that NVC do the scheduling every 2nd week of the month... I need to wait until 2nd week of November to have the interview date and that is also what the operator told me... they will send the appointment letter also by 2nd week of November. I am really wishing that i can be with my husband on Christmas.



hi sis. sorry was offline a while ago. tomorrow ill attend my advance seminar. smile.gif and get an NBI ID CARD. smile.gif sis im wishing youll get december 1st week schedule / interview so you can come home before christmas. ill keep u in my prayers smile.gif take care smile.gif

Edited by anna L, 21 October 2009 - 08:24 AM.

annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-21 08:22:00
PhilippinesManila Embassy, St. Lukes & CFO Info and Experiences
http://www.visajourn...h...=221944&hl=


my saint lukes experience
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-20 18:24:00
PhilippinesHas anyone had a positive experience with SLMEC?
QUOTE (airmansparky @ Oct 28 2009, 07:59 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Yeah the doctor started yelling at my wife then started asking her what grade she graduate in and what was her average in math and science. making my wife almost cry. Then she wrote something down she said. now when she went to get her results. they said she has to come back for another appointment with the doctor sad.gif I dont understand. my wife is sweet and kind, she did nothing for the doctor to be mad. now her interview date has been pushed back because of this sad.gif what do i do? sad.gif im so upset, pissed, and sad. I wanted my wife here for thanksgiving but now its not gonna happen. What should I do? should I complain about the doctor that did that to my wife?


READ THIS : http://www.visajourn...h...=221944&hl=

annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-28 07:26:00
PhilippinesDone with my Medical
congrats smile.gif and hope you bring home good news smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-30 07:20:00
PhilippinesThank's God! Dec. 04 at 6:30AM
QUOTE (Lady AA @ Oct 27 2009, 08:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi to my fellow vj!
I just called tonight NVC and I already have interview date: Dec. 04, 2009 at 6:30AM. I really thought i need to wait until 2nd week of November but God is really great for always helping me and us here. I really hope that i can bring home the famous PINK.


Hindi nmn sila msyado excited mkita ka e noh!? 630 am smile.gif iM happy for u sis. Finally smile.gif now seat back relax smile.gif mwah
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-27 16:10:00
PhilippinesHow does my fiancee get an "old" ID for a Philippine passport?
she can get an SSS id as long as she has an SSS number,but it would take 3 months before they release it. form 137 are released by schools. I did get my form 137 last june 25,2009. The voters ID would be released january of 2010 but she has too apply for it now. DFA wants old id.as I said THE OLDER THE BETTER,but just incase you dont have any old ids they would accept new sss ids and voters id,they just want to be sure you are who you are.

Edited by anna L, 26 October 2009 - 04:55 AM.

annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-10-26 04:53:00
PhilippinesBirth Certificate Problem
QUOTE (AKGirl @ Apr 22 2009, 05:40 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Everyone~

I really hope someone can ease our worries. Here is the situation! My sister's priority date is about to come current. She was petitioned by my mother as F2B (single over 21) and her kids under 21 are to travel with her. The problem is when her children's father registered their birth certificates, he stated a marriage date in order for them to carry his last name. Although she is SINGLE and can be proven with a CENOMAR (certificate of no marriage) we are afraid this would cause problems with the process of their visa.

Can anyone please advise what we should do??? Do you think having a marriage date on her childrens birth certificates would cause problems even if she can prove she really is single with a CENOMAR???


hi. ive had the same problem. well what youre sister could do is go to the municipal hall where they registered the birthcertificates. and file for correction.. it usually takes 3 months smile.gif but it still depends on the case. nweys the first step is to go to the local civil registry where the certificates where issued. then from there ask them the next step,coz it usually depends upon the case of the correction. smile.gif goodluck

annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-04-22 23:59:00
Philippinesvisa delivered!
wow congrats! smile.gif ingit ako ahahaha smile.gif godbless sis and happy trip! wink.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-04-22 22:57:00
Philippinesheading to states
QUOTE (MMW @ Apr 22 2009, 05:39 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi All well we are finally eady to head to the states. We will be flying out May 12th, anyone else planning to head out then?



wow smile.gif have a safe trip and congratulations! smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-04-23 20:31:00
Philippinesheading to states
wow! congratulations smile.gif have a safe trip! smile.gif
annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-04-22 08:06:00
Philippineshow to obtain SOLO PARENT ID
Solo Parents: Benefits and Requirements

Q. What is RA 8972 or the Solo Parent’s Welfare Act?

A. Republic Act No. 8972 or the Solo Parents’ Welfare Act of 2000 is an Act that provides for benefits and privileges to solo parents and their children, appropriating funds therefor and for other purposes. The Act aims to develop a comprehensive package of social development and welfare services to solo parents and their children to be carried out by the Department of Social Welfare and Development (lead agency), various government agencies and other related NGOs.

Q. When did the law take effect?

A. The law was signed into law on November 7,2000 and took effect on November 28, 2000. Its implementing rules and regulations was approved on April 2002.

Q. Have the LGUs been informed of the law?

A. All the concerned LGUs through their local social workers were oriented on the law last 2002.

Q. Who are considered Solo Parent ?

A. Parent left alone with the responsibility of parenthood due to (1) death of spouse, (2) physical and mental incapacity of spouse as certified by public medical practitioner, (3) imprisonment of the spouse for at least one year, (4) legal or de facto separation from spouse for at least one year, (5) annulment of marriage as decreed by a court or church, (6) abandonment of spouse for at least one year, (7) a woman who gives birth a result of rape and crimes against chastity, provided the woman keeps and raises her child, (8) unmarried mother or father who has preferred to keep the child instead of others caring for him/her, (9) any other person who solely provides parental care and support to a child provided he/she is a duly licensed foster parent of DSWD, or duly appointed legal guardian by the court through adoption or legal guardianship, and (10) any family member who assumes the responsibility as head of family as a result of death, abandonment, prolong absence or disappearance of parents/solo parent for at least one year.

Q. Are OFWs considered Solo Parents ? Can they avail of the benefits of the law ?

A. In section 3 of RA 8972 the law did not consider OFW as one of the categories of solo parents since the other spouse still exercise parental duties over his/her family. However, if the other parent is abroad and has lost contact with his/her family for a year or more, the other parent can be considered a solo parent due to disappearance or prolonged absence.

Q. What is the Package of Services of the Comprehensive Program

A. The comprehensive package of programs/services for solo parents includes livelihood, self-employment and skills development, employment-related benefits, psychosocial, educational, health and housing services.

Q. What are the Steps Necessary to Avail the Package of Services

A. A solo parent shall apply for a Solo Parent Identification Card (Solo Parent ID) from the City/Municipal Social Welfare and Development Office. Once the solo parent ID is issued by the city/municipal social welfare and development officer, a solo parent can apply for services he/she needs from the C/MSWD office or to specific agencies providing such assistance/services.

Q. What are the requirements in securing a solo parent ID ?

A. (1) Barangay certificate residency in the area (2) documents /evidence that the applicant is a solo parent (e.g. death certificate of spouse, declaration of nullity of marriage, medical certificate (if incapacitated) (3) ITR or certification for the brgy./municipal treasurer

Q. What document/proof will I present if I have a child or de facto separation from my wife/husband?

A. A Certificate issued by the Barangay Captain indicating the circumstances of one’s being a solo parent.

Q. If I file the application, can this be secured right away?

A. No, the social worker has to complete first the assessment/evaluation of the solo parents situation. ID is issued after 30 days of filing. The validity of the ID is one year.

Q. In case of transferee ?

A. Applicant should seek first clearance from former Barangay where he/she will surrender his/her ID issue to him/her.

Q. If ID is not yet available at the C / Municipal level?

A. The Social Worker can issue a certification of eligibility, provided the assessment process is completed.

Q. Can one avail of Parental leave even without a Solo Parents ID?

A. As long as there is a certification of eligibility issued by the Social Worker.

Q. Is parental leave retroactive since the effectivity of the law was last November 2000?

A. No, Parental leave is non-cumulative and can be availed only during the current year. Further, it can only be availed after the issuance of the Solo Parents ID.

Q. If the LGU is not yet issuing solo parent ID, how can a Solo Parent avail of services particularly the parental leave?

A. A certification of eligibility issued by the social worker can be presented meantime that the ID is not yet available. However, the certification of eligibility can only be issued once the assessment/evaluation of the situation of solo parent is completed.

Q. Is the 7 day parental leave apart from the existing 3 days special leave?

A. The law clearly indicates that the granting of the 7 days parental leave is or top of the 3 day special leaves and other mandatory leave benefits.

Q. Can Solo Parents avail of maternity leave?

A. There is no provision in the law that there is a maternity leave for the Solo Parents, however, other laws can be applied.

Q. If I have already been issued an ID, where will I go to avail the benefits?

A. A solo parent can directly inquire from the following agencies for the availment of services


* Health Services (DOH)
* Educational Services (CHED, TESDA)
* NHA (Housing)
* Parental Leave (Employee of solo parent, DOLE, CSC)


Q. Are there any educational benefits for children who are in high school or elementary ?

A. None, High School and Elementary education are free in public schools. CHED and TESDA only offer the study grant program and scholarship for college/tertiary/vocational to Solo Parents and their children who are living below poverty threshold.

Q. Are there Income Generating Project or livelihood programs?

A. Concerned agencies like DSWD, TESDA and DOLE provide skills development and livelihood program.

Q. What are the other programs / services?

A. Other services included in the comprehensive program consist of health, housing, and psychosocial services as well as livelihood and skills development program. A solo parent can directly inquire from the agencies concerned the requirement for the availment of services


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annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-04-24 00:02:00
PhilippinesLucky CHARM!
QUOTE (honeybadger @ Apr 22 2009, 08:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey VJ family!!!

Got my GREEN CARD yesterday with no interview at all. kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

Got my learner's permit today ..took an exam and passed! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif


Was hired too this week ( first US JOB) kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif

Hubby and I are so GRATEFUL for all the blessings!

God Bless!





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annapriceFemalePhilippines2009-04-23 20:37:00