Forum	Title	Content	Member	Sex	Country	Date/Time
Philippines	Who is still waiting for the visa from USEM for January	QUOTE (aynaku05 @ Jan 24 2008, 10:52 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Jim snd Mercy, We had our interview last Jan. 4 and afterwhich the consul said we're almost done pls proceed to window 37. We go there, from there the man gave is the paper and said there is still a document to be verified, it will take 2 to 3 weeks for verification. We don't know what document to be verified. We paid at Delbros for the delivery of the visa already and keep on calling them too if the visa is already ready for delivery but up to now we have not heard from the USEM yet. Our lawyer sends her query to the embassy but they said to just wait. In fact, my fiance contacted already the congressman in his area and we're waiting for the reply. It has been 3 weeks now that we didn't hear from them. Don't know what was happening. The worst is my landline here in the Philippines is bayantel and we could not go thru the visa call center. I was able to call the center yesterday when i had a chance to talk to our GM at the office where i am working to let me use the phone(as we were not allowed to use for personal call) so i could contact the call center. When i get to talk to the call center agent named Cora she told me that it will take 6 weeks to verify the documents according to their system. And if after 6 weeks i will not hear from the Embassy, i will call again and let them know. I am just wondering why it took that long to verify the docs.? why not inform the concerned person what specific docs they want so they will be provided? we are in hell thinking about it and it made us desperate. aynaku05 Sorry to know that you didn't hear about this.. http://www.visajourn...showtopic=99501	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-24 23:15:00
Philippines	CENOMAR	QUOTE (Curt and Leah @ Jan 3 2008, 07:52 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I already have a CENOMAR issued last Sept 2007, and it does not appear on their records National Indices of Marriages. meaning i have never been married before. But it make me worried because it says that was only based on the records of 1945-2007, does this means that i need to get another one because our interview date will probably mid of Feb??? pllllllssssssss help me.... thanks. As per Rina said.. It is always recommended to get fresh documents before interview.. Edited by Roserick, 03 January 2008 - 10:34 AM.	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-03 10:34:00
Philippines	My Jan 30 CR1 Interview Experience	WoW!! What a great detailed Interview Experience.. Let me CONGRATULATE you for the VISA APPROVAL!!! I hope you get you VISA asap.. Since looking at your Interview experience.. I didn't see any issues with your documents other than the NBI Clearance, which was clearly not expired. Thank You so much.. You lessens the tense and pressure for my wife's upcoming interview... I see that they haven't even requested any Financial docs from the I-864.. WoW!! This is looking good.. But I will still come prepared with my co-sponsored I-864 if asked.. Good Luck to all.. Keep this Interview Experience going.. BTW what type of VISA classification did you get? Assuming you have a IR-1?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-30 12:15:00
Philippines	Visa Pick-up Request Letter	QUOTE (garya505 @ Feb 1 2008, 12:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> They told me flat out that I needed to give them a written request and many of us here know from experience that a written request will give you your best shot at getting them to approve. Who? If so.. Why can they just put it on their USEM website? Like "If you would like to request a visa pickup please have a written/typed letter and a valid reason for the Visa Pickup"	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 12:28:00
Philippines	Visa Pick-up Request Letter	QUOTE (kev_n_jena @ Feb 1 2008, 11:28 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Roserick, why would you suggest not to bring a letter? Do you think the chances of getting permission to pick up the visa are better without a letter requesting it or that it doesn't make any difference? Writing a letter seems like a very easy thing to do and costs almost nothing. Kev_n_Jena Action Speak louder than words... Technically.. Now this is technically ok.. You gotta buy a paper, pen, or the hassle of typing it.. What's the hassle of saying it? QUOTE (sofia2009 @ Feb 1 2008, 11:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I don't think it matters as long as readable..In our case, we made print out letter for visa pick up though I am not with him on his interview ..I heard they are not granting the visa pick up if the petitioner is not with the beneficiary, but no hurt for trying..at least we tried Well you just heard it from another poster.. Not really an official rules by USEM.. Good Luck though..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 11:54:00
Philippines	Visa Pick-up Request Letter	Forget the letter... Just ask for it..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 10:53:00
Philippines	Doc.verification?650 to pay Delbros?what doc?	This is the easiest way.. Click here.. http://usembassy.sta...la/wwwfdelb.pdf	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-27 22:33:00
Philippines	IR VISA	QUOTE (ruby_jade @ Feb 2 2008, 02:24 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> hello i remember that u mentioned this before, but some of the members here said that we should send it to the uscis... we already have a son, we will register him and get a US passport when my husbands take his rnr soon.. thanks Yupz.. You can do that too.. Check this link for more info.. http://www.visajourn...hp?showforum=82	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-02 16:46:00
Philippines	IR VISA	QUOTE (ruby_jade @ Feb 1 2008, 09:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> HI TO ALL VJ MEMBERS??? how long does an IR visa to get approved... were almost two years married so i want to apply for it.. we are still gathering some requirements... my husband is in iraq... we need information and suggestions!!! thanks... Technically CR-IR Visa can take up to maximum 12 months.. As for K Visas it can take up to maximum 6 months.. THAT's TECHNICALLY!! Reality.. I have seen K Visa wait for 12 months.. almost the same with CR-IR, some IR go for 18 months.. This is due to the backlog @ USCIS until now they still haven't sort things out.. But as soon as you get out of USCIS and get to NVC.. Everything will get smoother, and faster... As long as the paperworks your providing are correct.. Good Luck!! If you ask me for opinion.. I would go for IR.. Why? Its cheaper in the long run.. IR = (I-130 $355) (AOS fee $70) (VISA fee $400) That's it.. Your good for 10 yrs.. K3 = (I-130 $355) (I-129F who knows??) (K VISA fee $131) (Removing Conditon $500 more) etc..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 10:51:00
Philippines	February Manila Embassy Interview	I would like to stay in Hyatt Regency.. Any recommendation?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-20 08:12:00
Philippines	February Manila Embassy Interview	QUOTE (babyandherboy @ Jan 8 2008, 05:50 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Or don't leave anything expensive in the room ok ok.. Then we should not leave any expensive stuff on the room... It will still be my pick for the convenience of it.. Plus heard about the good breakfast buffet.. Is it really? Also plus me and my wife can watch the sunset over @ the Manila Bay... Off the record.. That Chowking across the Embassy cooks good too.. I don't know maybe we were just so hungry.. Last time we had an interview for our daughter's passport we came @ the embassy 8am and got done @ 3pm.. Oh I am so excited for this interview...	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-10 12:58:00
Philippines	February Manila Embassy Interview	Forget my Bayview Suggestion.. I was just watching the news today on GMA Pinoy TV 24 Oras.. Bayview Park Hotel is on the headline... There has been some theft on the rooms.. Now that's something to worry about.. The Staff are being accused.. Edited by Roserick, 07 January 2008 - 10:22 AM.	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-07 10:21:00
Philippines	February Manila Embassy Interview	Bayview Park Hotel Manila Its located across the USEM.. Rates goes as low as $54 a night.. http://www.bayviewpa...80512#contactus	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2007-12-14 23:05:00
Philippines	CFO Certificate	QUOTE (djturbo @ Jan 22 2008, 11:21 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Well put "Marie 9", WOW I know this information is really going to help those that still need to attend the CFO. Great job..!! Put us on that club.. "CFO Guidelines Club"	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-22 11:37:00
Philippines	CFO Certificate	QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Jan 22 2008, 09:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Filipinos were being treated terribly when they went to foreign countries so their government made it mandatory to have the training before they could board an international flight. I had heard of some domestic help being held as slaves in Hong Kong. It is a good program Yepzz... Alot of foreigners abroad are abusing the kindness of our Filipino Women... Which is not right.. We love and respect our Filipino Women...	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-22 10:58:00
Philippines	X-RAY FILM NO NEED FOR PORT OF ENTRY	Not all POE are the same.. Some POE can be really ####### about stuff... My aunt even recommended me to avoid having a POE @ St Paul Minneapolis MN... They are very strict over there.. All I can say is just do the right thing... They still have the rights to send you back home if you go against them.. To Point out the OP's title was actually clear.. Stating in Detroit that the POE is loose...	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-04 12:30:00
Philippines	USC going to USEM for the interview .. how fast can you get the visa	QUOTE (garya505 @ Feb 1 2008, 12:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It all depends on the CO. Some don't allow the petitioner in the room, some allow him in but don't talk to him (like in our case), and some will ask him questions. It's the sole decision of the CO, as is approval of VISA pick-up. The only thing that everyone will agree on is that it's generally a big positive to go, if you can afford it. We saw lots of women very nervous, some had questions which we could answer. Some were still finishing their forms or gluing on the photos. One lost her numbered ticket and there was a mad scramble for everyone to find it. One went to the wrong window and my fiancee went to find her and get her to the right window. And, maybe you'll meet some new friends like we did ... WoW... Thank You for the answer.. Unlike other sarcastic answers here.. like "What is CFO? Why don't you google it and find out" So things really get tight in there.. Don't really know this cause i mostly go to the American Citizen Service the one on the Upper Left.. All I know is.. The room on the lower right is packed with people.. Which I didn't want to get in business knowing. Edited by Roserick, 01 February 2008 - 01:00 PM.	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 12:57:00
Philippines	USC going to USEM for the interview .. how fast can you get the visa	QUOTE (kev_n_jena @ Feb 1 2008, 12:09 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Probably not by law, but I'm just guessing. If you go to the interview, maybe you could refuse to answer any questions and report back on your results. Kev_n_Jena Its a question.. I don't need a suggestion to do it... I am just saying... The whole interview is for her.. Alot of posters are saying alot the of the questions are more towards the petitioner if he's available..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 12:24:00
Philippines	USC going to USEM for the interview .. how fast can you get the visa	QUOTE (David-Mae Forever @ Feb 1 2008, 10:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Your presence during the interview is not going to complicate anything. As a matter of fact, it can show a strong proof of a bona fide relationship. Most of the time, the CO asks the petitioner some questions too. I even met a couple during my interview and it was the petitioner who answered all the questions because the applicant got so nervous and tongue-tied to speak. It's comforting for the applicant to have the presence of his/her petitioner/fiance(e). --Mae Is the petitioner Obligated to answer the question the CO Ask?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 11:58:00
Philippines	unique case for manila	QUOTE (joanabc890 @ Feb 5 2008, 07:15 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> any thoughts on this: fiance was and still is unemployed. mother was co-sponsor. had the interview and paid the delbros fee. safe to say its already approved? thanks for your reply. Which delbros fee are you talking about? Delivery or Docs Verification?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-05 11:22:00
Philippines	For the people asking how I did it or asking for opinion!	QUOTE (sofia2009 @ Feb 1 2008, 01:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Howdy.. South here!..very little snow and sometimes not even have snow on winter time Come on.. Where..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 13:38:00
Philippines	For the people asking how I did it or asking for opinion!	QUOTE (sofia2009 @ Feb 1 2008, 12:33 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Oh yeah CFO...Forgot about that ..that will be March 6 or 7..No he is not packing yet because I made him shop clothes in PI because clothes here in the US for guy is expensive ..But as soon he is done shopping, i will make him pack ..that's how crazy I am to be with him!!! Question.. Where are you guys in the States? Cause if your in the North East or North West.. It would be better to buy clothes here.. Winter clothes.	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 12:50:00
Philippines	For the people asking how I did it or asking for opinion!	WoW.. 6 days.. Isn't that kinda too early? What about CFO? ( I heard it can be done in one day even with stamping) Let me guess.. Your having him packed already?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-01 12:19:00
Philippines	chat proofs & email print outs	QUOTE (honeybear @ Feb 6 2008, 09:10 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Some pre-screeners are stricter tho, they ask for some emails and love letters.... you can have Well that's pretty normal for K-VISAS.. They really need to find out that if the courtship is legit..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 21:53:00
Philippines	chat proofs & email print outs	QUOTE (rjp44 @ Feb 6 2008, 04:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> We did the same thing. A complete log of chat dates over the last 2 yrs plus a page of chat each, one from each month over that time. We weren't ask for any of it, so don't know what the CO would have thought about it. From all the IR-CR Interview experience I have been seeing.. The bottom line is.. PICTURES ARE A MUST!! That's it.. Seems like they don't ask for anymore Documents.. Like CEMAR, NBI, Police Clearance.. Well duh.. :bummer: We already submitted them to NVC..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 13:04:00
Philippines	Already Married, but filed as Unmarried Child	As the great Atty. Michael Gurfinkel said.. "There is no such thing as SECRET MARRIAGE" USEM will get to the bottom of it.. http://www.goodnewsp...hers_heart.html	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 22:06:00
Philippines	how much does western union charge?	QUOTE (Derrel & Lai @ Feb 6 2008, 09:51 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> I first sent a debit card on MY account. Problem... MasterCard debit card with MY NAME ON IT... if she got 'caught' with it, they could say she stole it or whatever... just another means to get a bribe... SO.... Opening the joint account, she gets a card with HER name on it... PLUS... she can use it at a store or anywhere MasterCard is accepted... And the 'fee' is only the 1% foreign transaction fee.! Additional two cents, credit my account, debit yours. - Derrel I tried that.. HSBC has a strict rules.. They need her presence for Joint Account.. Oh well I just told her that whenever she makes a withdrawal at any ATM she always bring her Driver's License with her with her married name on it.. and our Marriage Contract..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 22:01:00
Philippines	how much does western union charge?	Be like me.. FOR FREE.. Asked for a duplicate of your debit card from your bank.. Send it to your spouse. You put some money on your account, and she can just withdraw them.. Anywhere there is ATM that accepts VISA or MASTERCARD.. Otherwise I use xoom.com	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-20 14:08:00
Philippines	how much does western union charge?	yupz.. www.xoom.com is the best.. Only $5 less they charge for Money Remittance fast service too.. and alot of locations.	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-20 07:59:00
Philippines	We just received the denial notice.....	QUOTE (richsha2008 @ Feb 6 2008, 08:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Yes, we hav our case no. We're just waiting for our NOA2, but, too bad, we're denied before it comes Does the Petitioner have any Criminal records in the past? You have to tell us.. What did your fiance really send to USCIS for proof of bonafide relationship.. Maybe its insufficient and there is nothing can be done at this time..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 21:50:00
Philippines	We just received the denial notice.....	QUOTE (richsha2008 @ Feb 6 2008, 06:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> My Baby just received the denial notice from USCIS last night ( Philippines time ). The reason why we're denied is lack of documents. I was wondering, if that's the reason, why they didn't send us an RFE about that? Even just in our emails. They just denied us that fast w/o even telling us to pass the missing documents first. And they sent us the denial notice 3 months after they received our petition. We even hav our case number. My Baby gonna call them tonight ( Philippines time ) to make clear of the decision. I even told him to pls. ask them why they didn't send us the RFE first before making the denial decision. Even at first, we're wondering why they denied us on that stage. So strange. They gave us their contact no. So we know if we hav to make an appeal or maybe, we'll just send them the missing documents. Hopefully, the latter. 'Coz I really want to be with My Baby asap. I really DO miss him a lot. And I want to make a family w/ him. Appealing can make the processing longer than 6 months. And it's so looong..... What did you exactly send them for proof anyways?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 19:58:00
Philippines	Phone Communication for Philippines	What about SKYPE? SKYPE is better than Yahoo Messenger.. YM gets delayed voice and Cam.. SKYPE always gets real time voice and cam...	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 12:58:00
Philippines	Phone Communication for Philippines	www.startec.com http://www.startec.c.../EN/default.jsp	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-05 10:31:00
Philippines	Approved CRBA	QUOTE (lostGurl18 @ Feb 6 2008, 09:06 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (ruby_jade @ Feb 6 2008, 09:19 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> wow congrats! were gonna do the CRBA and US passport of our son too!! what were asked? my husbands passport is stolen too however we have sched with us embassy for his renewal loss passport, can i apply there directly? how much do i need to prepare (amount)?dna testing amount estimate?documents? how long did u received the ssn# and passport? thanks. sorry for my curiosity godbless Whoa.. Slow down girl... What were asked? Questions like... Where is the father? Date the father last visited the Philippines? Stuff like that.. To apply for the CRBA... All they can do for you @ the embassy is give you instructions on what to do.. You have to call the ACS # then they will mail you the application, then you have to call again and they will pick up the application.. After 2 weeks of review, they will call you and give you an Interview Appointment.. I have forgotten the fee.. But I think its no more than $200 if approved. DNA testing depends on the Consul.. If you can't make the consul to believe that the kid is really an American, then he will likely suggest that... FYI: DNA testings are very expensive.. They can vary up to PHP50,000.00 pesos.. Documents? They will be on the instructions.. (Father's passport, Father's BC, etc..) If approve the passport will be sent via DHL in about 2 weeks upon approval. No SSN# is issued..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-06 21:40:00
Philippines	Approved CRBA	Congratulation.. I got my daughter's passport and US Birth Certificate Last Year.. Don't forget to get your USC kids the Exit Permit from the Bureau of Immigration (Intramuros) upon leaving the Philippines.. Or else they will be denied for the travel..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-02-05 12:56:00
Philippines	Flying to Manila for Fiance Interview	QUOTE (Longwait2 @ Jan 25 2008, 11:00 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Thats what the guy did at window 38..He brought that letter back to the consul who previously interviewed her, and He approved it! No one knows why he refused it at first! Maybe the consul thought it was a soliciting letter.. ) If the consul refuse the letter.. Why can't you just ask the consul to re-consider his decision.. Its the same thing by giving it to Window 37/38.. Your risk of getting to more trouble by the consul for doing that (Not meaning Denial) Just saying that your not honoring the consul's decision.. Its like if a judge sentence you guilty on charges.. You ask the clerks to reconsider the case.. To me that's a slap in the face if I'm the judge. Also one more thing.. Of all does people who got Visa pickup refusal.. I haven't heard them ask the consul the reason for refusal.. I mean you have the guts to re-request the Visa Pickup but don't have the guts to question the reason for refusal? WHY? Edited by Roserick, 25 January 2008 - 11:09 AM.	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-25 11:07:00
Philippines	Flying to Manila for Fiance Interview	QUOTE (Longwait2 @ Jan 25 2008, 10:45 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Base on experience, If the consul will refuse to accept your letter requesting for visa pick up..Try to ask the lady/guy at window37/38(releasing window)..Pinktulips tried that and for a couple of minutes waiting, The consul who refused at first finally granted her request! She got her visa after 2-3 days!Good luck guys!!! Cherry&John Ok Question.. If the consul refuse the letter for Visa Pickup, and you decide to give it to Window 37/38, Don't they do the same and show the letter to the Consul that just refused the letter?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-25 10:53:00
Philippines	Flying to Manila for Fiance Interview	QUOTE (Jartu63 @ Jan 25 2008, 09:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> QUOTE (jasman0717 @ Jan 25 2008, 09:01 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> Have fun on the trip. Do you have an open ended ticket? You could wait until you have the visa and CFO stamp and then try to book your flights together. Good luck I've heard about the open ended ticket...I've also heard they can be expensive too. but in any case, I'm just not sure how to go about getting one... Just tell em.. That you want your return flight to have an open date.. Meaning you will book your flight in return when you decide to go.. (Restrictions Apply) You just have to go to the Airlines Office in Manila Philippines..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-25 10:33:00
Philippines	Flying to Manila for Fiance Interview	Good Luck with the gamble Marc.. I will be going to my wife's interview too.. But to me its just too risky.. So I canceled their reservations... I rather adjust my flight going back to the US when she gets her visa, rather than adjusting 3 Flights for a $50 fee on each one.. I know its just $150 and I'm not trying to be cheap.. Its just that I'm not rich.. I go barely above the P-Line.. As a matter of fact I went below the P-Line for the 07 ITR. Good Luck to all..	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-25 10:29:00
Philippines	Federal Poverty Income Levels 2008	QUOTE (aappllee @ Jan 25 2008, 03:29 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}> 2008 HHS 100% Poverty Guidelines Members of household------------- 48 ContiguousStates-----------Alaska--------------Hawaii 1---------------------------------$10,400 -----------------------$13,000-------------- $11,960 2----------------------------------14,000 -----------------------17,500-----------------16,100 3---------------------------------17,600 ----------------------22,000------------------20,240 4-------------------------------21,200--------------------------26,500-------------------24,380 5-------------------------------24,800------------------------31,000----------------------28,520 6------------------------------28,400-------------------------35,500----------------------32,660 7--------------------------------32,000-----------------------40,000-----------------------36,800 8-------------------------------35,600-----------------------44,500-------------------------,940 For each additionalperson, add-----3,600---------------------4,500-------------------------4,140 SOURCE: Federal Register, Vol. 73, No. 15, January 23, 2008, pp. 3971–3972 Please note that income of sponsor should be 125% of poverty line. Also, I don’t think the embassy and USCIS released a new bulletin/announcement re: new income requirement. Until then, this is just fyi. p.s. sorry the table looks confusing. i had a hard time inserting the actual table. you can visit the site if you want :-) Source: http://aspe.hhs.gov/...rty/index.shtml Well if you check the the current 2007 Poverty Guidelines I864P.. All the way in the bottom it does says.. QUOTE These poverty guidelines remain in effect for use with Form I-864, Affidavit of Support, from April 1, 2007 until new poverty guidelines go into effect in the spring of 2008. So meaning these are set by the US govt. But will take effect on USCIS on Spring.. That's my understanding.. hmmmnnn.. Wonder what's their guidelines on W2?	Roserick	Not Telling	Philippines	2008-01-25 12:25:00