Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	ATTENTION JULY FILERS!	We were approved today!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm so happy!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!	brooksmc	Not Telling	Scotland	2008-02-05 00:51:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	ATTENTION JULY FILERS!	QUOTE (babblesgirl @ Jan 13 2008, 11:49 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (brooksmc @ Jan 13 2008, 07:43 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I have been strong in staying away from here because it tends to wind me up. But today I couldn't stand it any longer so I peeked in. And I shouldn't have. Because so many of us are in limbo. I checked online and nada-zip-zilch. It's very upsetting to see June approvals and then seen posts like from babblesgirl about October approvals. I'm quite depressed. Need somehow to get spirits up before I talk to the boy. He's stressed enough as it is. I'm sorry I have to start being more positive. Maybe this will be our week... Don't apologize, I'm certainly not blaming you, LOL. I am mad at myself for not being stronger. I just want it all to be done.	brooksmc	Not Telling	Scotland	2008-01-13 15:00:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	ATTENTION JULY FILERS!	I have been strong in staying away from here because it tends to wind me up. But today I couldn't stand it any longer so I peeked in. And I shouldn't have. Because so many of us are in limbo. I checked online and nada-zip-zilch. It's very upsetting to see June approvals and then seen posts like from babblesgirl about October approvals. I'm quite depressed. Need somehow to get spirits up before I talk to the boy. He's stressed enough as it is.	brooksmc	Not Telling	Scotland	2008-01-13 14:43:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	ATTENTION JULY FILERS!	Doesn't your fiance have 120 days to enter the US, then you must get married within the 90 days from entry? If that's true, then that's 4 months to get here, and another month and a half to get married (leaving time for the change of status, right?). I wouldn't do it until you have visa in hand. In the end, it's that you're both married and with each other that matters, not the venue. That's how those places make money, making the customer feel they HAVE to have the perfect wedding.	brooksmc	Not Telling	Scotland	2007-09-06 21:56:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reports	ATTENTION JULY FILERS!	I got my I-797C, Notice of Action, in the mail today!!! I shrieked out loud!!! I am now with the California Service Center which explains the delay. At least it's not lost!!!!	brooksmc	Not Telling	Scotland	2007-09-06 20:49:00
Philippines	CFO seminar/sticker	Hi, Do you think SMEF-COW will allow me to have seminar, though in my passport I am still using maiden name. I am married abroad to a norwegian. I didn't do report of marriage yet to the philippine consulate. Is there anybody same experience like me. Note: I prepared marriage certificate authenticated by Philippine consulate here. Thanks for reply. You are clearly exempted from attending the seminar. Who are exempted from attending Guidance and Counseling Services? The following are exempt from attending the counseling program: * Filipino spouses and other partners previously granted permanent residence status in the country of destination; or> * Filipino spouses and other partners with permanent residence visa issued abroad. However, you will have to register with CFO thru online registration. How can Filipinos residing or working outside the Philippines, and holding immigrant visa or permanent residence status register with CFO? Do they need to return to the Philippines for the registration? Filipinos residing or working outside the Philippines whose immigrant or residence visas were issued abroad may avail of the remote (on-line registration or by facsimile). Only those residing or working outside the Philippines whose immigrant or permanent residence visas are issued abroad may avail of this registration. The CFO link: http://www.cfo.gov.p...ions&Itemid=858 Edited by let-it-be, 20 August 2012 - 03:53 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-20 15:44:00
Philippines	airport pick up plans?	Tell your girl to 'wear her big girl pants'! Now's the time to do it. No way she'll get lost in the airport. One doesn't need to be fluent in English to ask questions to fellow passengers.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-20 15:34:00
Philippines	bringging my father to visit US	hi everyone! My husband wants to my dad to visit here in US. please,can anybody tell me how to start & work a visitors papers (for a special dad)? what are the requirements? is there any website to go for this visitors visa? Thanks, B-2 Visitor Visa http://manila.usemba...nivisatype.html Application Procedures http://manila.usemba...pplication.html Edited by let-it-be, 25 August 2012 - 05:55 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-25 17:54:00
Philippines	SLMC Required Docs for Medical Appt.	I have read the REQUIRED DOCUMENTS at St. lukes. Regular Immigrants and K-Visa Applicants Valid passport Photocopy of Passport Biographic/Data Page, the page in the passport that contains the applicant's photo and information 3 pieces recent 2x2 visa photos (2 for submission to the U.S. Embassy, 1 for clinic file) The US Embassy requires you to bring the 2x2 photos for your visa issuance. We regret not to release the medical report until such time that you can provide this requirement. Appointment letter from the Embassy or Instruction letter from the National Visa Center (NVC), if available, 2 photocopies of your Appointment Letter/ Instruction Letter Applicants are also required to provide the name, address and contact number of their petitioner in the U.S.A. should I wait for this to be received?if yes how long should it take? Thank you! I only presented the (printed) email interview appointment confirmation when I had my medical because I didn't wait for the appointment letter from the Embassy. SLEC accepted it. So, you'll be fine if you don't have it yet.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-25 19:03:00
Philippines	SLMEC	am i going to attend CFO seminar even i dont have yet my visa? Yes, you can attend the guidance & counselling seminar in CFO even if you still don't have your visa. You can return for the registration once you have the visa. http://www.cfo.gov.p...1348&Itemid=918 You may avail of the Guidance and Counseling Session even while you are still processing or waiting for your visa. If such is the case, you will only be issued the GCC. Once your visa is released, you will return to CFO to continue with your registration. The CFO sticker will then be affixed on your passport.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-25 18:52:00
Philippines	NBI from hong kong	thank you so much for the rply,but how can i ask a letter from the embassy?i wanted to have that doc.before my interview?im sorry but i am desperately need help.god bless You can go to the US Embassy to request for the letter. Bring your passport, a copy of your NOA2 & the NVC letter that has your MNL number.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-27 17:32:00
Philippines	NBI from hong kong	anybody can help me PLEASE about how to acquire POLICE CLEARANCE from hong kong?i m working in hong kong before though i need to get police clearance from that country?and how?god bless everyone and thank you.. I found the link of the Hong Kong Police Website: http://www.police.go...t_no_crime.html You need a letter from the US Embassy to get the police clearance. Keep the original & just send the photocopy ... which is clearly stated below. Notes to Overseas Applicants The issuance of Certificates of No Criminal Conviction is a charged service provided by the Hong Kong Police Force which is solely in connection with a person's application for a visa to visit or reside in another country, or for adoption of children. Applications for the Certificate for any other purposes will not be accepted. Application Procedures and Documentation Requirements 2. Applications should be made in writing to: The Commissioner of Police (Attn.: EO CNCC) 14/F, Arsenal House, Police Headquarters, 1 Arsenal Street, Wan Chai, Hong Kong 3. Applicants may also arrange to hand in their application to the above quoted address or deposit their application into the drop-in box provided at the First Floor of the Arsenal House, Police Headquarters, 1 Arsenal Street, Wanchai. 4. All applications must contain the following documents: a) A completed application form . b) A photocopy of his or her Hong Kong Identity Card / valid Travel Document. c) A photocopy of a letter from the relevant Consulate / Immigration Authority / Government Authority, which contains his or her name and clearly indicates that the production of the Certificate is required. d) A photocopy of the documents proving his or her relationship with the Principal Applicant for the application if the said letter does not contain his or her own name. e) A full set of his or her fingerprints taken and certified by a recognized police or law enforcement agency where he or she presently resides. A full set of fingerprints should include the impression of each of his or her fingers, the plain impression of the four fingers of his or her left and right hand taken simultaneously, and the plain impressions of thumbs. Certification of the fingerprints must clearly state: i. The name and rank of the person taking the fingerprints ii. The full name of the police or law enforcement agency with their official chop, and iii. The date and place taken Fingerprints submitted that do not clearly show certification are not acceptable. Fingerprints taken by the applicants themselves, a legal representative or private / commercial agency are also unacceptable. f) A bank draft to the amount of HK$185 per person, made payable to "The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region". The draft must be payable in Hong Kong. A personal cheque in Hong Kong dollar which is issued and authorized by any licenced banks in Hong Kong is also acceptable. Application documents issued in languages other than Chinese or English, shall be accompanied with an official transcript, in Chinese or English, as endorsed either by the issuing authority, or a certified translation services body. Authorization to disclose Criminal Records and Issuance of Certificate 5. The applicant can download a fingerprint consent form, an application form (online form)and a standard personal data form (online form) for completion, and then send them together with the application. He or She shall authorize the Hong Kong Police to retain the fingerprints and that details of any criminal conviction recorded against him or her in Hong Kong can be disclosed to the appropriate Consulate/Immigration Authority / Government Authority without prior reference to him or her. If the aforesaid documents are not received by this office at time of application, blank forms will be sent to the applicant upon acceptance of his/her application. In the absence of the completed documents, application shall not be further processed. 6. If no criminal conviction data against the applicant in Hong Kong is located, we shall issue the Certificate and send it directly by registered mail to the relevant Consulate / Immigration Authority / Government Authority within four calendar weeks. 7. If criminal conviction data is found, both the relevant Consulate / Immigration Authority / Government Authority and the applicant will be replied with a letter advising that the Certificate could not be issued and listing out the conviction data by registered post, within the prescribed period. 8. If the applicant is under investigation by the Hong Kong Police Force, or is currently a defendant in criminal proceedings in Hong Kong, or is subject of non-payment of fine including traffic offences, his/her application will not be further processed until the matter concerned has been concluded. We shall issue a letter to the applicant informing that his/her application is pending conclusion of the matter. Once there are no outstanding matters, a Certificate or letter will be issued, in accordance with Paragraphs 6 & 7 above. Handling of Personal Data 9. The personal data provided by the applicants will only be used for the purpose of processing their applications. Every applicant has the right to request for access and correction of his or her personal data, by sending a written request to the Chief Inspector (Support) Identification Bureau at 10/F, Arsenal House West Wing, Police Headquarters, 1 Arsenal Street, Wanchai, Hong Kong. In order to recover the administrative cost of acceding to such request, the applicant may be charged for any copy of the data requested, and in most cases, the prevailing government rate for photocopies will apply. All fingerprints and other personal data collected shall be destroyed within a reasonable period of time upon conclusion of the application process. Enquiries 10. For enquiries, you may write to the Office, e-mail eo-cncc-ib@police.gov.hk call (852) 2860 6558 or fax (852) 2200 4321. Pol. 930 (01/10) Edited by let-it-be, 27 August 2012 - 04:46 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-27 16:42:00
Philippines	parents consent form for marriage	I have a question here. Do both parents need to show up to have this form signed? I have a question here. Do both parents need to show up to have this form signed? Yes, both of your parents are required to be there to sign this sworn statement.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-02 00:19:00
Philippines	CFO	Hello everyone! I am new here and and I really need your help about the CFO Certificate. Please answer the following questions: 1.When can I get my CFO Certificate? Is it right after the seminar or I will wait for few more days to receive it? 2.What is the next step after the CFO seminar? Please help me this is my biggest problem for now I tried to email the CFO but they didn't reply yet. O my! Some of my documents are going to expire! Thank you! 1. CFO will give you the certificate right after the seminar. 2. You can proceed with the registration if you already have your visa. They will then affix the sticker on your passport. If you don't have your visa yet, you can just go back to CFO for the registration & sticker once you have your visa. Below is the CFO link: http://www.cfo.gov.p...1348&Itemid=918 Edited by let-it-be, 02 September 2012 - 09:26 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-02 21:26:00
Philippines	Going to the USA	I am no fan of the airlines, but I do have to tell you that some passengers have way too much weight in their carry on. The flight attendants can help you accommodate the luggage, but the passenger should do the lifting of their own bags. If you can't lift it you have no business bringing it into the aircraft. I agree, mine was so light as I barely brought anything with me from PI. Why pay for extra baggage fee? When I could buy more clothes & stuffs here.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-31 11:08:00
Philippines	Going to the USA	I'm sorry and don't take this personal, but it's Delta's fault you were fatigued? That's called jet-lag and not drinking enough water. And its all airlines policy that flight attendants can't lift peoples heavy bags. Sorry to hear about your bad experience Not taking it personally. Not at all. Funny, I only remembered it just now when I read this thread. Maybe I should have phrased it differently, when I wrote 'bad experience' I meant, it wasn't a fun experience. You know what, policy is policy. But did she have to be rude? That was my point.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-31 11:03:00
Philippines	Going to the USA	Asian Flight attendants are much younger and really courteous, while on Delta they kinda seem a lil bit old and snubbish. I had a bad experienced with Delta, I was so over fatigued from the flight that I had to remain seated with my eyes closed even after all the passengers except another fellow filipina had already left. Despite being in such state not a single steward/ess that walked pass me ever bothered to asked me if I was okay.The other Filipina was asking the flight stewardess for assistance with her luggage that was tightly lodged on the overhead compartment. The stewardess which was in her late 40's rudely told her that she can't lift anything heavy whatsoever and she should ask someone else to help her. I was shocked!!! I felt bad for the other Filipina. I was in no shape to help her at all as I barely have the energy to stand up. I didn't even have the energy to go talk to her or anything.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-31 10:49:00
Philippines	Good or bad idea?	Thanks for the help and info! I'm having trouble finding much info about getting a tourist visa here in the US with the PHI Embassy though. Some people say you need to go to their office directly to get the visa, but when I look at their website or hear their recorded info on the phone concerning the visa, it doesn't mention a requirement to come to the Embassy/Consulate for an interview. I think you can get the extension or visa waiver in NAIA. Call them to verify if you get it from them. Ninoy Aquino International Airport T-I, II, & III Bureau of Immigration,Pasay City Benito G. Se Jr. - Chief BI NAIA Tel. # 852-2936 | Fax: 879-6081 Just wanted to throw it on here as information for others. EXTENSION OF STAY How can aliens admitted under E.O. 408 (non-visa required nationals admitted for 21 days) extend their stay in the Philippines beyond 21 days? Aliens admitted under E.O. 408 (non-visa required nationals admitted for 21 days) may extend their stay in the Philippines beyond 21 days by applying for a visa waiver which will entitle them to an additional valid stay of 38 days. This will allow them to stay in the country for a period of 59 days. What is the maximum extension of stay that can be granted? Foreigners holding temporary visitors visa pursuant to Philippine Immigration Act of 1940 and aliens admitted under E.O. 408 may extend their stay in the Philippines every 2 months for a total stay of 16 months. Extension of stay after16 months, up to 24 months need the approval of the Chief of the Immigration Regulation Division. Extension of stay after 24 months need the approval of the Commissioner. (MCL Memorandum dated 31 July 2007) Link: http://immigration.g...d=207&Itemid=80 Edited by let-it-be, 22 August 2012 - 10:11 AM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-22 10:10:00
Philippines	Good or bad idea?	You can extend the 21 days stay in the Philippines by simply applying for "extension" at the Bureau of Immigration. This is the link : http://immigration.g...d=118&Itemid=43 You can extend the 21 days stay in the Philippines by simply applying for "extension" at the Bureau of Immigration. This is the link : http://immigration.g...d=118&Itemid=43 toinks the grammar!	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-19 17:31:00
Philippines	Good or bad idea?	I don't know how I feel about carrying all that cash on me in PHI though, it is very high risk of robbery and theft - depending on where you go of course. I know how to defend myself, but I'd rather avoid problems. I'll try to carry cash on me though and deposit it in my fiance's account though. Do you guys know what's the best way to get a longer temporary visa to stay in the PHI? I read you cna apply for a 6 month tourist visa, but I'm not sure if it can all be done by mail, or if they will need me to travel to the closest consulate (which is NYC for me)to obtain it. That would be a hassle to have to travel all the way to NYC to get a tourist visa, but their website instructions don't mention if you have to or not? Thanks again! You can extend the 21 days stay in the Philippines by simply applying for "extension" at the Bureau of Immigration. This is the link : http://immigration.g...d=118&Itemid=43 Edited by let-it-be, 19 August 2012 - 05:14 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-19 17:04:00
Philippines	Good or bad idea?	Thanks for all the replies everyone, I really appreciate the different opinions because it's a tough choice. Well, I'm not planning to come back to the US again unless I'm with her. So my plan was to go there, and wait for an NOA2 or RFE and respond to USCIS from the PHI or have my family member respond for me. My main question is, why couldn't I respond to USCIS from the PHI if I have everything they require? I think the only possible piece of evidence they might request is a "long form" birth certificate, but in my state, the kind of birth certificate I have (laminated card birth card, with a seal on the back) is the only kind of birth certificate anyone has. So other than that, I can't imagine what else they would request from me that I don't have. So I wanted to just wait for a response from VSC, but I'm not really seeing how waiting here in the US is beneficial anymore compared to being with my love. Bring your Tax Returns or Tax Transcripts for the past 3 yrs. Your fiancee will need that together with the Affidavit of Support & supporting documents for her interview. Maybe you can order your "long form" certified true copy birth certificate online? They must have a copy of it in the state where you were born? Edited by let-it-be, 17 August 2012 - 02:00 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-08-17 13:55:00
Philippines	Question about medical exam	I agree it is really a matter of personal choice. When I had my medical exam I had a cold. Despite this my x-ray was fine. I passed my medical. Tell her to bring a jacket or coat coz it's kinda chilly inside St Lukes. Bring water & antihistamine too. Good luck!	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-15 12:39:00
Philippines	CFO concern	Registering for what? Or are you talking the sticker? Yes. Register & pay that fee to get the sticker.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-20 08:47:00
Philippines	CFO concern	The fee is noted on the page you linked. Php 400 for counseling seminar We were talking about the Registration Fee not the Counselling Fee.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-17 16:44:00
Philippines	CFO concern	You may avail of the Guidance and Counseling Session even while you are still processing or waiting for your visa. If such is the case, you will only be issued the GC Certificate. Once your visa is released, you will return to CFO to continue with your registration. The CFO sticker will then be affixed on your passport. Quick question, no need to pay additional fee right on top of that P400 fee for the certificate they paid on the 1st day? There is a registration fee aside from the counseling fee. I'm baffled why the registration fee is not reflected anymore on the CFO website. I swear it was there before 4 yrs ago . The fee back then was PhP 250.00. They might have jacked up the fee. Maybe. http://www.cfo.gov.p...gram&Itemid=833 6. Payment of the authorized registration fee. Edited by let-it-be, 16 September 2012 - 10:21 AM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-16 10:19:00
Philippines	Maiden Name on Passport	Yes, I already have my GCC (Guidance Counselling Certificate). I attended the seminar even if I don't have my visa yet then I will just go to CFO for the sticker once I get my visa. They didn't say anything about having to get a new passport..they did see that my passport is still in my maiden name but they never said anything against it. I see . You'll just have to carry your Marriage Certificate as a supporting document when you go through the Immigration in NAIA.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-19 03:54:00
Philippines	Maiden Name on Passport	Have you attended the CFO seminar? You should renew your Philippine passport for the name change. Wouldn't Philippine Immigration (NAIA) looked into the fact that your name in your passport and visa doesn't match with that of your CFO Certificate & sticker? http://www.cfo.gov.p...1348&Itemid=918 As Filipinos going abroad as fiancé(e)s, spouses or other partners of foreign nationals, you are required to attend the CFO's guidance and counseling session in order to secure the Guidance and Counseling Certificate (GCC) and theCFO sticker. You need this certificate to renew or apply for a new passport at the Department of Foreign Affairs (per Department of Foreign Affairs Order Nos. 11-97 Implementing Rules and Regulations for Republic Act 8239, "Philippine Passport Act" and 28-94). You will also need to present this certificate together with your spouse/partner visa, at the Immigration office at the international airport on your day of departure. Edited by let-it-be, 19 September 2012 - 03:06 AM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-19 03:05:00
Philippines	Balikbayan Box - What Would You Send	By the way, for a while they had a promo. After sending 5 boxes, the 6th box was FREE! I think it was only at that LBC branch that had such promo or I could be wrong.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 22:49:00
Philippines	Balikbayan Box - What Would You Send	LBC is expensive. We use ALAS and gets there fast and never had a problem.. Make sure you use a lot of tape. When we send them for my wife's family I tape the top and bottom so much you can't see the box. These boxes get thrown around so more tape is better. For a few years LBC's standard box 24 X 18 X 18 was $65. They have reduced it down to $60 now. They don't offer the jumbo size at all. For that price it sure is a heck of a good deal to me. For Mindanao delivery it takes up to 55 days but most of the time it gets to my parents house on the 45th day. Actually the counting starts when they load them up in the container. That's what I was told. I have not tried any other shipping companies so my experience is solely with that of LBC.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 22:30:00
Philippines	Balikbayan Box - What Would You Send	Thanks All for the suggestions. Here's what I already have in the box... Instant Noodles (Sapporo Ichiban of course) Spam Corned Beef Pantene Shampoo (Damn had to be the expensive stuff) Pantene Conditioner (see Damn comment right above) Lotion Candies Smoked Sausages Tabasco Soap Tooth Paste Here's what I may get thanks to some suggestions here on VJ and from some friends... School Supplies Rice Coffee Creamer Cookies Cereal Any more suggestions are welcomed. My box is about half filled, and for $55 I want to stuff the ####### out of this box. FYI, I use Forex to ship to the Philippines. LBC is also available, but I don't like the fact I have to bring my stuff to their location and fill the box there. Forex will even pick up my box at my home. That's kinda a bummer that the LBC there won't do pick-up. Where I'm from they do pick- up. We didn't avail of it until recently when they closed the one that was close to our house. They relocated near the PDX airport so it was a lot convenient that we didn't have to drive all the way there to drop off the box. Maybe add towels. It'll serve as an added padding for your other items. Edited by let-it-be, 23 September 2012 - 07:24 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 19:21:00
Philippines	Balikbayan Box - What Would You Send	I'm new to this, where can I find out more about sending a box like that? What is LBC, is that a shipping company? Anyone have a good recommendation in the Bay Area? I saw yesterday some companies near Seafood City in Vallejo for shipping that kind of box. Are there rules about what can be included? Do they typically make it there in one piece? My fiancé is here now, but would be nice to send back some gifts at Christmas. Yes, LBC is a shipping company & more. This is their website: http://www.lbcexpress.com/US/Services/ The recommended items are the ff: 1. clothes.bags 2.towels/bedsheets/blankets 3.shoes 4.chocolates 5.canned goods 6. toys Items that can't be included are also listed in the link: http://www.lbcexpress.com/US/FAQs Yes, the boxes does make it in one piece. They are known to be a reliable courier. Edited by let-it-be, 23 September 2012 - 12:05 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 11:55:00
Philippines	Balikbayan Box - What Would You Send	Include instant oatmeals, poptarts, swissmiss, etc. They are a big hit every time we send LBC box.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 10:56:00
Philippines	how much t rent a room in manila	I searched it & this is what I found : http://www.visajourn...-near-st-lukes/	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 15:17:00
Philippines	DS-157 Questions	My fiancee has a masters degree in Soil and Water Management. I have a few questions relating to the U.S. Department of State Form DS-157: Supplemental Nonimmigrant Visa Application: 1. #9: List all countries you have entered in the last ten years. (Give the year of each visit): My fiancee went to Thailand for a conference. Will my fiancee be ok with the Consulate? or will she be flagged? Just write Thailand. She may or may not be asked what was the purpose of going to that country. 2. #13: List all professional, social and charitable organizations to which you belong (belonged) or contribute (contributed) or with which you work (have worked): Should she list all the universities she worked for? She is also a member of several professional organizations. Should she just attach her resume? I don't think all of that information will fit in the space #13. I am wondering if you can give some insight what is #13 for so we can cater to the question. If the space is not enough she can write "See attachment" on that space. Have her type all the organizations in another bond paper. Indicate MNL number & date on the upper right side. I think there is another form that asks for previous or present employment/s. 3. #14: Do you have any specialized skills or training, including firearms, explosives, nuclear, biological, or chemical experience? As I mentioned, she has a masters degree. Should indicate that in the question? I don't know the answer to this. 4. #17: List all education institutions you attend or have attended. Include vocational institutions but not elementary schools: I assume that high school should be included. Am I correct? You are correct high school is included. Thank you for your help.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-24 20:56:00
Philippines	Dual Citizenship new passport and name change?	I will be go through the naturalization process soon to become a US Citizen. Its my understanding that i will need to apply for dual citizenship in the philippines after i become naturalized. My question is this; Since i will be having a legal name change during the naturalization process, when applying for dual citizenship what name will i need to use and what name will appear on my new philippine passport after dual citizenship is approved? Thank you. You may apply for dual citizenship in the Philippine Consulate which has the jurisdiction of your state. The Philippine Consulate General in San Francisco has the jurisdiction of Colorodo. The link to their site : http://www.philippin...sf/faq-sf/#dual Application for reacquisition of Philippine citizenship REQUIREMENTS: Submit the original and one duplicate copy of the following required documents to apply for reacquisition of Philippine citizenship: One (1) original and one (1) photocopy of the duly-accomplished Dual Citizenship application form, typed or printed legibly in black or blue ink Copy of Philippine Birth Certificate (original to be presented before the oath taking, when applying by mail) Copies of Philippine and U.S. Passports (originals to be presented before the oath taking, when applying by mail) Copy of Marriage Certificate/Contract, for married women (original to be presented before the oath taking, when applying by mail) Copy of U.S. Naturalization Certificate (original to be presented before the oath taking, when applying by mail) Six (6) colored photos, 2" x 2", taken within six months before the date of application, showing a clear front view of applicant's face, with a white background. No sleeveless attire. Blurred or low quality photos are not accepted. Processing fee of $50.00 (non-refundable), payable in money order, bank draft, certified check or cashier's check, and cash when personally applying. Personal checks and credit cards are not accepted. Note: The Philippine Embassy/Consulate General assumes no responsibility for any delay or loss in the mail, or while the documents are in the custody of the courier service. The applicant should note the tracking numbers of all envelopes used and submitted. The applicant will be informed of the date for the oath taking before a Consular Officer at the Embassy/Consulate General. Prior to taking his/her oath, the applicant will be required to sign the Oath of Allegiance prepared by the Embassy/Consulate General. The applicant will receive his/her original copy of the notarized oath of allegiance, together with the Order of Approval, Petition for Reacquisition of Philippine Citizenship and Identification Certificate issued by the Embassy/Consulate General, after the oath has been administered. If the applicant is a Bureau of Immigration registered alien, he shall surrender the original ACR and ICR/CRTV, or in its absence, an affidavit explaining the loss of said documents for transmittal to the BI. Edited by let-it-be, 24 September 2012 - 08:11 PM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-24 20:10:00
Philippines	DS-156 Questions	I am filling out the DS-156 application: Nonimmigrant Visa Application. I have several questions since some of them are confusing. Again some of them may be stupid questions, but I have to confirm to keep the nerves at bay. 1. #22: When Do You Intend To Arrive in The U.S.? I don't have a specific date yet since this process is long. Can I just put November 30, 2012? That's the anticipated time frame. Is that ok? What I did I used a pen & wrote "Once I get my visa" 2. #26: How Long Do You Intend To Stay in the U.S? - It is a Fiancee visa. What's an appropriate answer to write? I was about to say "Duh! Forever!" lolz I don't think that's appropriate. You can answer "Forever" 3. #27: What is the Purpose of Your Trip? - I intend to marry my fiance, ....., within 90 days of my arrival. Is that ok? That answer will do. 4. #32: Do you Intend to Work in the U.S? (If YES, give the name and complete address of U.S. employer) - My fiancee intends to work, but does not have an employer yet. Is that ok? Yes, that answer is okay. 5. #33: Do You Intend to Study in the U.S? - My fiancee intends to study, but has not identified a school yet. I hope that answer suffices. That answer will do. 6 #40: You may have guess, but I am preparing this for my fiancee. I am that OCD and nervous. Do I have to really indicate that I prepared this application? If yes, this means I have to sign it and send it to her???? Let her sign it. Thanks for your help!	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-24 20:43:00
Philippines	Fiance is 23--do we need to notarize or even have parent consent?	CFO counselors are known to have asked documents that weren't mentioned on their website. But it does mention in Number 4 for their requirements for the Guidance & Counseling Program. http://www.cfo.gov.p...onals&catid=140 4. Other documents as may be required by the counselors; and They should update their site as to what sort of documents one is expected to bring. Edited by let-it-be, 23 September 2012 - 10:37 AM.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-09-23 10:36:00
Philippines	Bringing baby to the Philippines Embassy NY	Thank you for that information. I thought you had to wait for the birth certificate to be recorded at the NSO. I'm thinking of getting a Philippine passport for my kids as well for collection purposes. Your welcome.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-10-03 19:36:00
Philippines	Bringing baby to the Philippines Embassy NY	I don't know that I would bother getting a passport for the daughter, even with dual citizenship the USA requires her to travel using the US passport, not sure of the benefit of having a Philippine passport. I'm only stating the fact that it can be done while they're there. It is up to the couple if they deemed it necessary to get their daughter the Philippine passport.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-10-03 15:28:00
Philippines	Bringing baby to the Philippines Embassy NY	Do you have plans in getting your daughter a Philippine passport? If so, you can apply for it that same day.	let-it-be	Not Telling	Philippines	2012-10-03 14:57:00