ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesStudent petitioner
rosejosh, on 10 Jul 2014 - 01:47 AM, said:rosejosh, on 10 Jul 2014 - 01:47 AM, said:

I haven't asked .. What should be the income?

 

The income for 2 (two) at the required 125% threshold should be $19,663.

 

http://www.masslegal...guidelines-2014 or https://www.federalr...erty-guidelines


Edited by Greenbaum, 10 July 2014 - 08:17 AM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-10 08:16:00
PhilippinesBalikbayan Visa?
Mike&Gina, on 10 Jul 2014 - 8:38 PM, said:

Hi Don & Jenny.....Mike & Gina here. I lived there in Cebu, Philippines for 6 months last year (Oct 13 - April 14) as I hate Winter here in Ohio. Loved it there but did get alittle homesick for family and friends here, and my nice home and life I have here. To make a long story shorter...I brought Gina here to USA on K-1 Fiance Visa. We just got married on June 14th, and filed her paperwork for her green card. We expect to have the green card in November or December at the latest?? (we hope!!). We also want to return at that time back to Cebu again to live for 4 months or so till April 2015. I also have many questions as well.... Balikbayan Visa?? Should I get Gina's Philippine Passport changed now here in the USA (Philippine Consulate - Chicago)from her maiden name to her new married name?? Can we travel back to the Philippines for a 4 or 5 month stay without any problems from USA or Philippine Officials for both of us - her and I??? last year when I was there, I had to go to the Philippine Consulate twice - every 59 days to EXTEND my Visa and stay. I hope I "qualify" for the free 1 year Visa because I am now the spouse of a Philippine Citizen - my new wife Gina? Any help will be greatly appreciated....and Hank (the expert), your advise and opinions are also welcomed and appreciated!! lol Mike & Gina.... hopefully heading back to Cebu!!!

 

Mike.... Hank answered most of your concerns with references to the information that backs his answers. Take a read, it's about two or three entries back.

 

Yes you can avail yourself of the Balikbayan (See my answer on page 1) because you are married to Filipino. Just follow the instructions as put forth in my earlier reply. Yes you should not stay any longer than 5 months.

 

I'd be real careful about another trip after this one as things start to look "fishy" to USCIS for GC purposes.

 

You can get Gina's passport changed to reflect her new married name, but keep in mind that it will take 4-6 weeks to process.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-10 20:17:00
PhilippinesBalikbayan Visa?
bxman, on 10 Jul 2014 - 10:24 AM, said:

Yes we did ROM

I just ordered a NSO marriage certificate  $20 and 6-8weeks to receive it

I will also carry my Marriage Certificate issued here in America where our marriage occured

And also a printed copy of the Balikbayan statute

 

Then your good to go. Have a safe and enjoyable stay in the Phil.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-10 09:28:00
PhilippinesBalikbayan Visa?
Hank_, on 10 Jul 2014 - 09:40 AM, said:

 

NSO marriage certificate is the CEMAR, same as the CENOMAR only not. ;)    If you did your Report of Marriage through the consulate near you then NSO has that information.  But not sure why you want it.

 

No the airline does not check to see if your return ticket is within the 30 days, never have with me.   Relax you are worrying too much.

 

1943.gif


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-10 09:08:00
PhilippinesBalikbayan Visa?
bxman, on 10 Jul 2014 - 12:05 AM, said:

What is a NSO Marriage Certificate?

I will have a Marriage Certificate issued from my local courthouse where we received our license 

 

I am being told that when checking in at the airlines for a boarding pass that is when they will check to see if I am in compliance with Philippine 30 day departure rule and if I cannot show a ticket that takes me out of the country by the 29th day I will be denied a boarding pass

 

I understand once we arrive in the Philippines I stay with my wife at immigration entry point and she can request I be given Babikbayan entry stamp

 

NSO Marriage Certificate is if the marriage took place in the Philippines. From what I gather from your posts you were married in the USofA so use your marriage certificate from USofA and you will have no problems.

 

If you are uncomfortable then print off the information from the official Philippine website for the Balikbayan to show the airlines that you will avail yourself of that "visa".  

 

You can find the complete stature here: http://www.lawphil.n..._9174_2002.html

 

From the Philippine Consulate website:

 

Balikbayan one-year visa-free stay

 

Balikbayans ? any overseas Filipino returning to the Philippines, including former Filipinos who have acquired foreign citizenship ? can stay in the Philippines without a visa for a period of one year. The balikbayan visa-free stay privilege is extended to the balikbayan?s non-Filipino spouse and children, provided they enter the Philippines with the balikbayan.

Former Filipino balikbayans traveling to the Philippines are advised to bring either their old Philippine passport or copy of Philippine birth certificate as proof of their former Philippine citizenship. Accompanying family members of the balikbayan can bring appropriate supporting documents:

  • For the spouse: copy of marriage certificate
  • For each child: copy of birth certificate
  • For adopted children: copy of adoption papers

Philippine Law (R.A. 9174) provides benefits to baikbayans:

  • Tax-exempt maximum purchases in the amount of USD 1,500, or the equivalent in Philippine and other currency, at Philippine Government?operated duty free shops
  • Exemption from Travel Tax, provided that their stay in the Philippines is one year or less. If their stay in the Philippines exceeds one year, Travel tax will apply to them.

http://www.philippin...-free-stay.html


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-10 08:27:00
PhilippinesBalikbayan Visa?

We have a question my VJ family may be able to help me with.
I am planning on visiting the Philippines with my Pinay wife for 5 months this Oct-Mar (currently in planning stages)
and need this question answered prior to buying the round trip tickets
 
My question is this
I am looking at round trip tickets for us both: Depart USA in Oct and Return In Mar (5 months) (Cheapo Air) Korean Airlines
We plan on her requesting a Balikbayan visa upon arrival for me to stay up to 1 year free
Will they sell me a plane ticket that does not show I am leaving Philippines before the 30 day allowance?
Or could they sell me the ticket and then deny me to board the plane at departure time?
Will I need a throw away ticket?
 
I figure 5 months will give me a very good idea if i can live there long term and at the same time not mess my wife's 10 yr green card application next year
We can apply for ROC in Aug 2015
 
Any info anyone can give will be greatly appreciated
 
Don & Jenny
















Yes you can avail yourself of the balikbayan visa. More details here http://www.philippin...-free-stay.html

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-09 16:41:00
Philippinesred ribbon on offical docs
Don't need it, as originals and copies will do just find. If you have it done your wasting your time and money.
GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-11 08:35:00
PhilippinesGOT MY K1 VISA INTERVIEW APPOINTMENT/SCHEDULE ON AUGUST 11TH! (Schedule made today July 11, 2014)

 

I paid my appointment schedule (240$ or P10,560) thru BPI on July 8th (tuesday) @10am then my payment appeared online(https://cgifederal.secure.force.com) by 6pm of the same day(contrary to the said 4-6 hr clearing time), called US Embassy right away for interview appointment, but no available slots yet. 

 

Started to monitor online for available schedule every chance i get starting tuesday(july8) til yesterday (july10) i got restless and googled topics about k1visa appointment unavailability and got surprised a lot of people are experiencing the same difficulty i have. 

 

Then i read the threads related to my problem, read thru every post i see then ended up downloading the Check4change (my first time to hear about this fancy application) on my macbook. I applied it on the Dashboard page i want to refresh every second to not miss any slots. It was already 4am (july11) and my macbook is on 4% battery plus i got sleepy so decided to just sleep away.

 

When i woke up i talked to my fiancé about this strange stuff im doing (check4change), and somehow i mentioned that ive read threads that they had their medical exam first even w/o appointment schedule. 

We were like is that possible? So to address our curiosity he said go and call the embassy right now (10am,july11,today) to ask if u can get the medical exam w/o appointments.

 

So i called the Embassy (02-982-5555) and talked to an agent (the same person i talked to last july 8th when she said that there was no sched available yet) and before even telling my main concern if i can have a medical first w/o appointment she quickly mentioned the available schedule is on AUGUST 11, 7:30am, i was surprised and i was like oh, okay, im picking that one. :))

 

So she sent me an email right away regarding the appointment page i have to print and bring to St.Luke's 2weeks before my interview date.

 

Then i asked 'Is it possible to have medical exam even w/o appointment?' She answered 'Yes in some cases that's possible but we dont encourage it since the medical exam result has an expiration date and you need to be sure about your interview schedule date'. 

 

So my question was answered with a surprise bonus of Appointment Schedule! :)))

 

I wanted to make the story short however there may be a lot of fellow k1 visa applicants out there being in the same boat. 

 

A very quick shoutout to all who created threads/topics like this one, theres many of you i cant name you all guys but its just so nice to have these people make an effort to help others who are hungry for information that none of some websites can answer. 

 

Conclusion:

Its best to be proactive than to pass time and wait for your chance that other's might have been getting away from you. 

 

SO! BEST OF LUCK FELLOW VJ PEOPLE!

 

PS: this is my first time to create a topic/post, did i miss out on anything? Please let me know. This post was made by my adrenaline rush anyway :))))

:joy:

 

 

Congratulations your doing a good job by being proactive. Read the threads with the topics of interest to you. There is a wealth of information to help in your journey. From the main page of the Philippines Threads you can search for those topics you are interested in. There are guides to help you along the way. One of the best guides out there is the one Hank has on his website. It takes you through the process step by step. Look for Hank's name and snoopy camper, scroll to the bottom of his post and follow the handy dandy world wide famous flashing red arrow.

 

BTW you don't have to call the Embassy as everything you need is online including interview dates, medical, CFO, NSO, NBI etc.

 

Good luck

 

Hank's red arrow. http://visaconnectio...ilippines.com/#


Edited by Greenbaum, 11 July 2014 - 07:28 AM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-11 07:18:00
PhilippinesNBI for embassy

To be sure get a new NBI and don't forget any AKA's. Better safe then delayed.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-12 11:00:00
Philippines1040 tax returns help!

Your TurboTax printed tax return is fine. Getting transcripts from the IRS is precious.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-12 10:54:00
PhilippinesPercentage of denied k1

What we got here is another thread going south fast. 2008.gif


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-13 15:17:00
Philippinesrescheduling appointment for K1

Well this comes down to "a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush"!  Many have outlined your pitfalls so far, luck, two cancels before having to start over, missing a date you wanted but having cancelled the one you had.... on and on. No one can predict what will happen in the future for scheduling. From what we have seen these two past weeks it looks like maybe the "expedites" have gone through the system and things are beginning to return to "what is normal". Too early to tell.

 

 

 

abirdinthehand.jpg

 

 


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-13 15:31:00
Philippinesmy husband hold in manila immigration

The origin of the word is Latin, but not even close to what you say as those words did not exist in Latin (you are taking a joke definition you found in the spoof of the urban dictionary ...

FYI... The words origins are from the Latin word Ad (toward) and Sumere (to take) which makes Assume or "to take towards" these to assume.... (BTW, the word A$$ did not have such a meaning as it is Celtic in origin) and "scholars" NEVER said the a$$ out of u and me thing... It was a saying attributed to Benny Hill! So in the future, without proper research I would hesitate to quote things based n what you "assume" to be truth...

And actually the proper term here is that people are speculating on the crime committed as being AWA and many have said the OP really needs to find out the details of his ban...



 

 

It was a Joke. Don't get your underwear in a bundle.

 

And if you read my earlier statements, I agreed that the OP does need additional information. 


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-04-21 12:07:00
Philippinesmy husband hold in manila immigration

I assume because her husband is an AWA offender.

 

It hasn't been established whether he is an AWA offender or not hence your assumption.
 
The word Assume comes from the Latin words ###, u and me, and, according to ancient scholars, its meaning, roughly translated is "to make an ### out of u and me".

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-04-21 09:23:00
Philippinesmy husband hold in manila immigration
VOL, on 20 Apr 2014 - 06:39 AM, said:

Just fly to Singapore and meet him there and spend time with him.

 

 

 

Before you advocate that she fly somewhere to meet him, don't you think it would be advisable to know what is causing him to be refused entry into the Philippines and why their case is taking 17 plus months to get approval?


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-04-20 12:14:00
Philippinescheap hotels by st. Lukes

We stayed at the Hotel Soriente, which was cheap, clean but only the bare necessities/amenities. It's just about a half a block from SLEC. Also, not far from CFO but you will need to take a taxi about 100 peso fare.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-14 06:36:00
PhilippinesHow soon can I start K1 Visa application after annulment?
xwind, on 14 Jul 2014 - 07:26 AM, said:

Hi, my fiance's annulment should be done soon and we're expecting to have the Certificate of Finality within the next 2 weeks. From the Philippines side, there is still work to be done: getting her records updated/annotated at the Local Civil Registry and then updating her records at the NSO (this could take up to a couple months I think). From what I know the US only cares about the Certificate of Finality (final decree), so I don't think I need her annotated marriage certificate or updated CENOMAR to begin her K1 application, is this true? Do you think it's okay for us to start her K1 as soon as we get the Certificate of Finality? Thanks.

 

Yes you can start the K1 now but keep in mind you will need the MC annotated and the updated CENOMAR for the interview.  This is exactly how we started our process. The annotated MC took about 30 days from NSO. Good luck.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-14 06:31:00
Philippinescheap hotel by CFO manila

There is a pinned thread at the main sub page under "HOTELS, Manila". There are over 4,000 entries. You can do a search from that same page; just look up to the left of the page and you will see a box that says "search" it can be your best friend. Need I say more.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-14 05:20:00
PhilippinesConsular interview Monday...no time for panic, but...
Rob187, on 13 Jul 2014 - 10:28 PM, said:

My Fiancé's visa was just approved at USEM Manila. She told me there was close to 1000 people in the quay by 7.30am. She was #4 in line and #1 in the immigrant line. She crossed the finish line 'approved' by 9.30am. Whoowweee  :dance:  Next stop Boston  :star:   Thanks to all the VJ'ers here that provided some very timely and wise advice  :thumbs:  

 

Cheers,

            Rob187

     

                                                                                                                                                                                                                       

 

 

 

Congrats!  1969.gif


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-14 06:28:00
PhilippinesConsular Section U.S. Embassy will be closed on Wednesday, July 16, 2014

The Consular Section of the U.S. Embassy will be closed on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, in anticipation of inclement weather conditions related to Typhoon Rammasun/Glenda. Consular services have been suspended in order to safeguard the public and our employees. Individuals with scheduled visa interviews should monitor our website or contact our visa information service at 02-982-5555 to reschedule.

 

For U.S. citizens with American Citizen Services appointments, please either reschedule your appointment by visiting our website or await contact by the ACS unit in the next few days. For emergencies involving U.S. citizens, please contact the Embassy through the main Embassy telephone (63-2) 301-2000. We expect to open during regular hours on the next business day, provided conditions improve. Please monitor our website.

 

NOTICE TO VISA APPLICANTS SCHEDULED ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2014

 

Because of possible inclement weather conditions brought by Tropical Storm Glenda, all interviews on Wednesday, July 16, 2014, are cancelled. All affected immigrant visa applicants have been rescheduled to the morning of Thursday, July 31, 2014. Please come prepared for your immigrant visa appointment on the new date. Please plan to arrive no later than 6:15am.

 

Nonimmigrant visa applicants scheduled on July 16 must reschedule their appointment by contacting the Embassy call center through the following numbers: (02) 982-5555 and (02) 902-8930, open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday to Friday. Appointments can also be booked online by accessing http:// www.ustraveldocs.com/ph.

 

http://manila.usembassy.gov/


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-15 06:32:00
PhilippinesSeptember Appointments are open!!
Lonesome in US, on 15 Jul 2014 - 06:59 AM, said:

Wow they have open the whole month of Sept, What a change from the way it was a few weeks ago!!

 

That's great news!  1953.gif  It sure has been difficult for many to get appointments. I think we are back on the "normal" schedule again.  Good luck to anyone who needs an appointment.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-15 06:05:00
PhilippinesLife after K1 POE
TBoneTX, on 14 Jul 2014 - 01:07 AM, said:

You can read the Guides (atop any VJ page) or search for appropriate posts in the CR-1 Process forum.  Please avoid hijacking someone else's thread.  Thanks.

 

VJ Moderation

 

Thanks TBoneTX. I see thread hijacking so often here in Philippines thread. Your services are recognized and appreciated. Thanks.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-16 19:16:00
PhilippinesCR-1 traveling through Beijing or other foreign ports

I treat China like Russia, "doveryai, no proveryai, ?trust, but verify.?   I wouldn't fly through either of them if the flight was free.  2068.gif
 


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-16 19:01:00
PhilippinesCR-1 traveling through Beijing or other foreign ports
SennaBrigante, on 15 Jul 2014 - 02:39 AM, said:

Transit is no problem since she won't be going through any type of immigration counter. She'll just go through baggage checks in that airport then to her gate if there are no extreme problems like cancelled flights for 24hrs.

Hong Kong airport is a nice stopover. Love that airport.

 

Unless the travel through airport requires another screening of the baggage that baggage will transfer onto the next leg of the itinerary without the OP touching the bags.1943.gif


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-15 05:40:00
PhilippinesCR-1 traveling through Beijing or other foreign ports
she can fly through any international destinations including Hong Kong, Japan, China and then onward. Be careful of the layovers as that can add a lot of extra time to her itinerary. I've seen 36+ hours traveling through China to arrive east coast USA when taking a flight through Japan can be 24-26 hours.
GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-14 08:12:00
PhilippinesSchedule interview Appointment in manila

This is great news.... almost a year now that the dates have been given out at a snails pace. I hope everyone waiting will get something and finally move on with the rest of there lives. Best of luck to you.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-07-08 14:08:00
PhilippinesSchedule interview Appointment in manila
Baby arcel, on 29 Jun 2014 - 03:27 AM, said:

Now im ready to look for a date of interview...but as of now there is no open dates for interview!??????

 

Some are using a software program that looks for page updates on your dashboard signaling that you may have an appointment available. It's one of the best ways to get an appointment when one becomes available. See this thread and read about others and their experience.

 

http://www.visajourn...k-1-scheduling/


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-29 07:10:00
PhilippinesSchedule interview Appointment in manila
Baby arcel, on 26 Jun 2014 - 7:48 PM, said:

After i created an account for scheduling interview what i do next? Do i have to go to schedule appoinment? And what kind of visa am i going to select... I have to ask this detail by detail to avoid error...im looking for your response guys!

 

The best step by step instruction is Hank_'s Handy Dandy Boy Scout Ready website. Follow this link: http://visaconnection-philippines.com/# and select the tab NVC - USEM and follow the instructions. You can't miss with his guide in getting your visa the easiest way.

 

Thanks Hank_ for all that you do.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-26 19:12:00
PhilippinesSchedule interview Appointment in manila
McBy, on 19 Jun 2014 - 07:40 AM, said:

 

Wow, I have been checking using the C4C every 10 seconds and that slipped through.. i did not even see it... hope to find a schedule soon!

 

Try moving the time that C4C checks from 10 seconds to 2 seconds. Some one else here did that and got a hit and was able to grab a date. Keep trying.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-19 07:03:00
Philippinescan my wife do her medical and CFO after receiving her case # FROM NVC
Keep in mind that the visa expires after 6 months and the time begins with the completion of the medical and NOT the visa issuing date. So plan accordingly.

Edited by Greenbaum, 04 June 2014 - 08:41 AM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-04 08:41:00
PhilippinesShortest time to receive Visa after Passing Interview
Al422, on 03 Jun 2014 - 2:55 PM, said:Al422, on 03 Jun 2014 - 2:55 PM, said:Al422, on 03 Jun 2014 - 2:55 PM, said:

 

Some people don't help.  I don't mean this in any sort of derogatory way; I am just stating an unfortunate fact:  You were one of those people.  I am not accusing you of any sort of malice, but when you see you are not having a good effect on a person, that is the time to walk away.  I think you got that message eventually, but only after you fanned the flames and stoked up a considerable bonfire.

 

Several people did help, and I had the privilege of helping some of them.  But rather than nitpick what you could have done better, I hope the next time you see a little fire burning in someone's head and your efforts only make the flames grow stronger, that you walk away and let someone else put the fire out.

 

My flames went out long before we got our visa issued, and you had nothing to do with that successful fire extinguishment.  If anything you made the job of those who succeeded harder.

 

I don't dislike you, and my criticism of your lack of people skills here is only for the purpose of hoping that you will not damage other people like you damaged me.  Don't worry about me.  I am over you.  I got over you last week.  All I ask is that you please not make what you did to me standard operating procedure on other people.

 

AI422.... did you not say in another thread that "Two weeks is not even considered a delay." but here you are ranting how your not getting any movement on your visa. Many of us were trying to tell you as well as others, and might I add from our experience, that two weeks is not a long time. And for you, it was "T-14" your measurement not mine.

 

Yes you have a lot going on in your life health wise, and I'm sure having Candy there with you would ease your anxiety.

 

Let me share something with you. I lost my previous wife to breast cancer in 2005. I had three children ages 12 and twin girls at 9 years old to raise and support on one income by myself after she passed. I never took the "whoa is me" attitude. I did what had to be done to raise my children to adulthood. I never complained.  Then in 2009 I had prostate cancer that was around the time that I met my lovely Filipino fiancé and we began our journey. Would having her here during my sickness have helped.... Hell Yes! BUT it was not going to happen. So realistically I did what had to be done to insure that I was well for when she did arrive.

 

The best thing she told me in the beginning of our journey was that I will need more patience then I have ever mustered in my life. You know, she was right. It was those words that got me and "us" through the trials and tribulations for our journey.  There were times that I wanted to throw the towel in. Trips and trips to this agency and to that government agency and not understanding the "culture" of why it couldn't be done the American way. NOW.  Thousands of dollars were spent to ensure in the end she and her children would be next to me and my children. I can tell you that it took 5 years to get her visa and I am proud of her accomplishments, because in the end she was the one who had to endure the 3 hour non air conditioned bus rides, the ferry rides late at night, flights back and forth and the continued disappointment when she needed to return again because it would take "weeks" to complete the documents.

 

Our journey included one K1 and two K2's to the USA. It was hard. But you know, its like eating an elephant; one bite at a time. So two weeks waiting from interview to visa in hand was a cake walk. Many of us who comment on the forums do not paint a panacea for the questioner. We play it straight and sometimes the OP does not want to hear the answer. We know from experience or the experiences of others that that answer is what is going to make their experience easier and will ensure a positive result. 

 

Many of us see others here who are struggling with the visa process. We spend countless hours helping and communicating and encouraging that the path they're on is worth ever step of the way. We research many hours to help those requesting help. What you say will not deter my desire nor theirs to help others reach their goal. I'm sorry but mine is a "Can Do" attitude and therefor it's hard not to comment when I meet a complainer. 

 

If you have seen the many posts that apple21, Sweet Cakes or Hank post, they are there to help. Many times their posts go unappreciated, but there are those times that one will get a thank you or praise. I have the greatest respect for Hank and so do hundreds that he has helped. You can see the outpouring in the "thank you Hank" posts.  There are others that I have not mentioned but believe me they are hard at work to help anyone who ask for help.

 

You didn't go to Candy's interview, if you had, you would have seen your "Country" at it's best. There are thousands there (at the USEM) trying to reach their dream and the people who work there are trying to do the best for our Country and for the individual, it's truly is a thankless job. I wish I could go back in the Embassy and meet with the Filipino CO and the American CO for our case and tell them that I appreciate all that they do.

 

You know, you and I could sit down and have a beer together and we probably see eye to eye on many subjects. But this one we do not.  I hope you see we both have our own road to hoe; but brother, maybe the pain and the journey will become easier if we work together.

 

Now that you are near your dream, I wish for you and Candy that all your dreams will come true. Safe travels to Candy and all the best to the each of you in your new life together. Safe travels and Gods speed with your health. 2059.gif


Edited by Greenbaum, 03 June 2014 - 08:29 PM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-03 20:23:00
PhilippinesShortest time to receive Visa after Passing Interview

Just got ISSUED today.  To answer your original question of how long did it take:  2 weeks.

 

Congratulations.

 

Now tell me, and I believe that most of us told you to stop ranting because the process can take any amount of time but for you it was normal processing of two weeks, just two little measely weeks, and you got yourself so worked up all about nothing. 

 

I wish the two of you all the best.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-03 12:51:00
PhilippinesShortest time to receive Visa after Passing Interview
J_d_Petitioner, on 01 Jun 2014 - 1:56 PM, said:

 

What I find useful might not be useful to you and vice versa. Thank you though for the taking the time to comment - it's also appreciated! (On a light note, I like yiour emoticons)

 

Thank you. I wish you luck and safe travels.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-01 13:01:00
PhilippinesShortest time to receive Visa after Passing Interview
Al422, on 01 Jun 2014 - 12:57 PM, said:Al422, on 01 Jun 2014 - 12:57 PM, said:

This is a useful thread becauase it corrals all the data into one place.  Yes i know everyone's case is different, but it still gives some reaonsable idea.

 

Thank you to the OP for this smart idea.

 

 

What good is this information. Everyone is different and no two visa processes are the same. This would be referred to as "flawed data" if you were taking a statistical class.

 

So tell me, why is it so good if in the end the information is not useful to the OP?

 

It's all FEELGOOD information, that's all it is.  Enough said by me. I will refrain from commenting on your subject.  2056.gif


Edited by Greenbaum, 01 June 2014 - 12:42 PM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-01 12:40:00
PhilippinesShortest time to receive Visa after Passing Interview
Hank, sweet cakes and I went through at a less stressful time so we are not what is the norm now. We have never seen it this slow but Yolanda exipiedites have slow the system to almost a crawl. Like Hank said, no one can say when the visa will be issued. Everyone is unique. That question cannot be answered definitively asking is fruitless excerise. Have patience and your turn will come.
GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-01 11:50:00
PhilippinesShortest time to receive Visa after Passing Interview

2 weeks.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-01 11:10:00
PhilippinesAdministrative Processing
Journey31, on 26 May 2014 - 12:38 AM, said:

My dad interview was may 12 and consul said that it was approve when he went to the last window the guy said he need to get a cenomar and nbi letter of explanation so after the interview he went straight to nso and get the cenomar the lady said theyre the one that will send the cenomar to usem but the nbi letter of explanation the guy said he doesnt have to do anything coz theyre the one that will request to nbi and nbi will send the letter to usem directly then he said to just go home and wait for the visa within 2-4 days its been 2 week and we havent got the visa and when i check it online it just keep updating to administrative processing saying to send the document thru 2go..i dont know what to do now

 

We had a 221(g), in fact we knew that it would happen because of the circumstances to a 10 year old case that we had been working to correct early on before the interview. Two months before the interview my wife visits the NBI in Mindanao with all the supporting documents to correct her NBI. They excepted the documents and stated that the problem would be corrected in Manila. So we go through the interview and lo and behold, the problem was never corrected and the USEM required documentation from NBI, hence the 221(g) after the interview. Next day she goes to Manila NBI and inquires and finds out that her record was never updated to show the new information. On that visit she got the records update but they could not inform USEM of the corrected record till USEM requested a new NBI with explanation. So we has to wait additional two weeks for the matter to clear up. Shortly afterwards the visa was issued.

 

It's a process that can be frustrating. Keep working on clearing up your information and you will soon have your visa.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-05-26 07:11:00
PhilippinesAdministrative Processing
lexussmith, on 24 May 2014 - 03:57 AM, said:

that's also what I'm curious to is that why the a.k.a. in the NBI Clearance is being a big deal in the embassy? I'm worried because a.k.a. means also known as so I put my other nickname which I'm also known as to.and I don't think the embassy can say whether it's right or wrong coz that's not my real name..I put there my name and my husband's surname coz I'm married.and I don't think there will be any issue regarding that..

 

I can answer your curiosity to why a AKA is such a big deal to the Embassy. Because they want to know who is coming into this country (USA). We want good people to immigrate to the US and assimilate and contribute to this country.  We DO NOT want anyone who wants to do harm to anyone as terrorist did on 9/11. I am glad you are trying to understand the process. I hope this helps and puts your mind at ease. I'm sure after you are in the USA you want to be safe. Right? 1945.gif


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-05-24 16:25:00
PhilippinesWhy CFO? Human Trafficking for one.

I'm with you on this topic. My wife saw me on our first shopping trip throwing out the plastic bags and said we should keep them "as you never know". Of course me, I don't reuse those bags because they seem to split or tear, always at the wrong time. So, she has saved and now we have "tons" of plastic bags.

 

You know, I thought about why she keeps these things and it goes back to her upbringing. When you have very little you find ways to reuse what you have in new ways. Us Kanos don't think that way because we often times have too much.

 

Along the same lines of this discussion she said you Americans have a gadget for everything and I replied, yes we do because we are lazy and invent things to make our lives easier. She laughed and so did I.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-06 06:39:00
PhilippinesWhy CFO? Human Trafficking for one.

I agree with SC and Hank on this one.

 

I'm from the school of thought better to have too much information then not enough especially the younger ones who can be naive. 

 

Please read   http://globalnation....afficking-in-us


Edited by Greenbaum, 02 June 2014 - 02:16 PM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-06-02 14:07:00