ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesNBI clearance issue (maybe?)

I need to backtrack here. You will not get a letter from NBI on your own accord. What I meant to say is to go to NBI and try and figure out what your in the Data Base for. Once you know that you will have a head start in collecting your proof of innocence for when the request goes to the NBI which in turn will help with the letter of explanation.  Don't leave something in the hands of a Government worker to solve, take ownership and do it yourself.

 

Case in point. My wife had some dismissed court cases some 10 years ago. NBI only had a few of the cases noted that they were dismissed but others were still "open". She immediately began the research at her local court and was able to get all the documentation to prove that her cases were satisfied with a dismissal. She went to the Manila NBI office and presented the documentation and the letter (221g) was sent over to USEM, answered to the CO's satisfaction, and her visa was issued one week later.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-18 17:08:00
PhilippinesNBI clearance issue (maybe?)
Brassballs, on 17 Oct 2014 - 08:46 AM, said:

USEM guidelines states:

 

An official letter of explanation from the NBI is required for any notation of "No criminal record" or "No pending case".

 

My wife went to NBI office in Marilao, Bulacan yesterday to obtain her clearance and asked for this additional letter and was politely informed that No criminal record means No criminal and there would be No letter of explanation.

 

Anyone have recent interview experience and should we be concerned if she doesn't have this letter?

 

Confused as always.

 

NO CRIMINAL RECORD and NO CASE PENDING could mean she is in the NBI's database for a past offense.

 

If her NBI says either of those two phrases, she needs to return to NBI and request a letter of explanation as to WHAT she is in the database for. Once she finds out the cause is, she can begin to "fix it" before her interview. She may get a 221(g) from the CO at which time the embassy will ask NBI for the explanation. It will take some persistence from her with the NBI but this can be a deal breaker if not taken care of soon.

 

If her form says something like NO RECORD ON FILE or NO DEROGATORY RECORD then she has nothing to worry about.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-17 08:08:00
PhilippinesNBI letter of explanation and NBI clearance with "aka"
Giskat09, on 09 Oct 2014 - 04:14 AM, said:

:( is there a specific dept. where u can request for an explanation letter? they said the NBI submit the documents to USEM every Friday only. 1 month is already long, #######. 

 

There is a department within NBI that answers the 221(g)'s. Yes Friday is the normal day that documents are returned back to USEM. AND YES, you will need more patience. The visa process is not a race it's a marathon. In due time your status will change and soon your visa will be in hand. PATIENCES.

 

van&neil, on 09 Oct 2014 - 04:29 AM, said:

Yes that's true, NBI submit only every Friday. My status went to Ready Yesterday then back again to AP today!

 

Your getting close to your visa issuance. Continue to have patience, your almost there.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-09 04:03:00
PhilippinesFollow up medical within a wk upon arrival in LA..where to go?
snappy, on 17 Oct 2014 - 8:17 PM, said:

Feelow vj'rs pls help me.We arrived LA almost a week now and i have a follow up med within a week for my med result in SlECS. And i dont know where to go...pls need advice from anyone with experience in this case. Also what are steps we should take and we should have?

 

Can you give us a little more information please. You should have gotten your medical results before departure. Can't travel without them. You say "follow up med within a week". What are you following up and why a week? With a little more information I think you will get more results.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-18 17:30:00
PhilippinesUS Manila Embassy allows petitioner to attend the visa interview?
charlynn, on 17 Oct 2014 - 2:23 PM, said:

im getting my interview on the 12th of november... does manila us embassy allow my husband to attend with the visa interview with me?.... i am great appreciate all of you who shared your knowledge with me... tnx

 

Yes he will be able to attend but you may find true what Zedayn put forth as their experience. It's a great experience to attend and see how our immigration system works. You will also be amazed at the number of visa's that they process in one day. The place is PACKED. Bring him with you and have a wonderful time. You may never have this opportunity again.

 

Zedayn, on 17 Oct 2014 - 3:54 PM, said:

 

Most definitely YES!  In fact they appreciate when the petitioner is there.  However, it is up to the CO's discretion if they will allow the petitioner at the interview window with you. 

 

I went with my wife to her visa interview, went to the biometrics and the first interview with the Filipina consul, no problems.  In fact the Filipina consul even asked me half the questions.  When my wife interviewed with the American consul, he asked me if I was the petitioner to which I said yes.  Then he said he appreciated me so much for coming and to have a seat and they would call me over if they needed anything.  So even though she interviewed alone, she did really well coz she got approved.

 

Our experience was identical to yours. Even the "words" you use were almost identical. :thumbs:


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-18 16:52:00
PhilippinesPOE Guam: any recent experience?

I don't have any experience at Guam but I looked at flight arriving at around your time and found 5 flights. Your flight is schedule be the first to arrive and before these 5 flights. So IMHO, I think you should be ok but only because you are in the "front of the line" as flights are concerned.

 

More information can be found here. Keep in mind it is about 2 years old but not much changes in Guam I believe.  http://www.visajourn...is-enough-time/

 

BTW. Please return and update your thread to what your actual experience was so others can be more informed. Thanks.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-18 17:22:00
PhilippinesLooking for company
PhiLandShiR, on 22 Oct 2014 - 12:17 PM, said:

 

 

Thats good news,  she is just worried about making the connecting flight out of Tokyo.

 

Having never been in a plane before I can understand this concern.
 

She will not change airlines so I am expecting it will be a snap.

 

We would be meeting her at POE in Minneapolis.

 

-Phil

 

The flight is very simple. She can meet many Filipino on her flights. If she has any questions ask the people behind the desks to help or others on her flight that have flown before. In Tokyo, even though she will be on the same flight to Minneapolis, she will disembark and pass through security and then reboard the same plane. She will have to take with her all her belongings. Tell her to be sure to bring a jacket or sweater as the planes tend to be cold. A good pair of slippers or thick socks will make her feet warm and comfortable. Be sure to bring something to "entertain" her with; reading material always seems to do the trick. They show movies, at no charge, through out the flight so that helps too. 


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-22 15:48:00
PhilippinesAnybody here experience from AP then Ready and now AP again
van&neil, on 22 Oct 2014 - 06:35 AM, said:

Thank you everyone ! finally visa ISSUED today after 3 months under AP.... feel so relieved and happy !!!

 

Congrats!! :joy:


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-22 15:53:00
PhilippinesAnybody here experience from AP then Ready and now AP again
van&neil, on 17 Oct 2014 - 12:25 AM, said:

Yes true, this is the hardest part, I'm just jealous other's got approved after 3 day's while my case need to wait 3 months even I already submitted required documents they ask. It's really frustrating and annoying but like everyone said I can't do anything other than waiting.

 

Yup. But just think, you can now go through all your stuff and decide what your bringing what you will do with what you will leave behind.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-17 08:13:00
PhilippinesAnybody here experience from AP then Ready and now AP again
van&neil, on 16 Oct 2014 - 05:33 AM, said:

Hi I'm just wondering if anybody experience here being in Administrative Processing for 2 months then went Ready for 1 day but after goes back to AP again.It's been a week now of waiting again sigh..... I'm really confused and worried. Please enlightened me. Thanks everyone..

 

This is the hardest part of the process.... waiting for the visa to finish processing. The other is watching everyone else get approved while yours "sits". This is where you will need patience. No one can predict when you will receive your visa. It can be 2 weeks to 6 plus months. The wait will try and kill you but you need to stay positive. We found that if we wait a couple of days before looking to see the changes, then the time seems to go by faster.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-16 21:33:00
PhilippinesPost Visa - Pre-departure from Manila to U.S. questions :)
Don & Marivic, on 21 Oct 2014 - 11:26 PM, said:Don & Marivic, on 21 Oct 2014 - 11:26 PM, said:

Marivic received her visa :D but she still has to go to counseling class and CFO.  I also know there is a tax at airport and some sort of departure fee (there's always another fee isn't there?   :P )

 

The counseling class and CFO mostly seem to ask for a lot of the same basic things USEM was looking for like birth certificates, passport bio pages, etc., but they may ask for any number of other things not specifically listed as well.

 

Question 1)  What things might they ask for other than ...

 

Requirements for Attendance to Guidance and Counseling Program
1. Original and photocopy of two (2) valid identification cards with photograph;
2. Duly completed guidance and counseling form;
3. If married, original and photocopy of marriage contract on security paper from the National Statistics Office (NSO), or from Local Civil Registry Offices (LCRO); or original and photocopy of Report of Marriage duly registered by the Philippine Embassy/Consulate or the Department of Foreign Affairs (if married abroad);
4. Other documents as may be required by the counselors; and
5. Payment of Php 400.00 counseling and registration fee.

Requirements for Registration
1. Original and photocopy of passport;
2. Original and photocopy of visa;
3. Original and photocopy of Immigrant Data Summary for US-bound emigrants (except for K visa holders);
4. Original and photocopy of Confirmation of Permanent Residence for Canada-bound emigrants;
5. Original and photocopy of Certificate of Eligibility for Japan-bound emigrants;
6. Original CFO Guidance and Counseling Certificate (after satisfactory completion of the GCP); and
7. Duly completed emigrant registration form.













 

Question 2)  Other than the airport and departure tax in Manila what else may be needed before departure (mostly where documents are concerned either to leave Manila or to enter the U.S.) ?

 

Links to any web-sites for what might be needed when entering the U.S. is good too.  I'll continue to google and see what I come up with.

 

As always thank you in advance.  She's almost here ;)  Mwuah!

 

 

 

Follow Hank's nifty CFO Guide from the famous flashing red arrow. Be sure your wife/fiancé is prepared to answer questions about you and be sure she is confident about your relationship and looks the interviewer in the eye when answering. Don't waffle when answering or they will ponce on her like a hungry lion. 

 

This may help. http://www.visajourn...nar-experience/

 

Travel Fees:

 

Travel Tax/Exit Fee for all those immigrating:  1620 Php (currently) Can be paid at the airport if its not included with the purchase of your airline ticket.   Counter is staffed 24/7 at NAIA

 

http://www.tieza.com...l-tax-rates.php

 

Terminal/Airport Fee:   550 Php  (currently)

 

From <http://www.visajourn...-terminal-fees/>

 

Good luck.


Edited by Greenbaum, 22 October 2014 - 03:34 PM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-22 15:33:00
Philippinesfinally, visa issued after 221g
Hank_, on 22 Oct 2014 - 10:09 AM, said:

Congrats!!   :joy:

 

Make sure to get the CFO sticker also

 

She coming to pick up her mother and return to the US. Depending on her mother's age she may not need the CFO. :secret:


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-22 15:51:00
PhilippinesVisa on hand

Let's party like it's 1999!!! :jest:  Congratulations. Gods speed with the remainder of your journey. :dance:


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-18 16:55:00
PhilippinesHow to set appointment at SLEC without appointment
NKrishMT, on 23 Oct 2014 - 01:26 AM, said:

We got CC yesterday but no interview appointment yet, and I am wondering if I can do my medical sooner, how do I set an appointment and what do I need to bring? Thank you all so much! :)

 

 


Edited by Greenbaum, 23 October 2014 - 03:54 PM.

GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-23 15:53:00
PhilippinesNo appointment letter received
Rob63, on 05 Oct 2014 - 4:58 PM, said:

So, I stand by my original post LOL... Good luck with everything... :joy:

 

Yup. Like you said you need to know what visa they are processing as you stated things are different depending on which one. The OP should update her timeline which will help "us" to better serve her and answer those questions.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-05 17:37:00
PhilippinesReport of Marriage in Los Angeles Philippine Consulate
David & Zoila, on 21 Oct 2014 - 9:55 PM, said:

 

Yes, but thank God my wife is here with me in US now.  If one just knew ahead of time who to bribe the whole thing could get done sooner.  I have never seen a more corrupt government than the Philippines.  Of course if you know your way around that can be a great benefit... :devil:    hahaha

 

Well, I tend to agree with you but if you sit long enough and ponder our government we just disguise our bribes differently. All governments are corrupt including the US of A. 


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-22 15:40:00
PhilippinesReport of Marriage in Los Angeles Philippine Consulate
monet.declaro, on 20 Oct 2014 - 1:28 PM, said:

 

Okay, got it.  Although do they do international passport photos?  The requirements are different than the passport photos Walmart usually takes which is always 2x2.  I'll ask them too.  Thank you for the reply!

 

Separate photos.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-22 15:35:00
PhilippinesDNA
We did not have this situation. Ours was a simple K1 & K2 with no proof needed as the children were hers from a previous marriage.
GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-23 19:33:00
PhilippinesDNA
Kathy and Jesse, on 23 Oct 2014 - 3:22 PM, said:

Can anybody tell me what is the USCIS accredited lab for DNA that will assist my daughter in Manila too.. We are hoping to refile her petition soon and the atty said include a DNA along with our petition.

All replies will be greatly appreciated

 

Here are a few answers to your questions and some good reading of what others have done. You will find USCIS accredited labs for the DNA test contained within.

 

http://www.visajourn...Stage_-_Embassy

 

Though this information is about a year old it may add some additional information to your search.

 

The US Embassy ACS Section via email sent us the procedures on what we needed to do and a copy of the memo from the Examiner indicating that we needed DNA Testing.  They also provided a list of AABB Labs Accredited International DNA Center in the US that we can contact.

 

On 20 Oct 2013 we contacted DDC DNA Diagnostic Center Baltimore MD for Paternity Testing at http://local.dnacent...ltimore MD.html and the cost for the DNA Kit was $449.  It includes three DNA Kits, cost of shipping and handling both ways (kit from USA to USEM Phil and samples from Phil SLEC back to USA DDC DNA and results to USEM from DDC DNA) and processing fee for the DNA Result.

 

On 25 Oct 2013 the US Embassy ACS Section received the DNA Kits from DDC DNA Diagnostic Center Baltimore MD.  According to the instruction memo from the ACS Section once they receive the DNA Kits they will contact St Luke?s Extension Clinic and set-up an appointment.

 

On 11 November 2013 we got an email from St Luke?s Extension Clinic indicating that our appointment was set for 5 December 2013 at 10:30AM and another appointment on the same day at US Embassy ACS Section at 12:30PM.

 

On 5 December 2013 at 10:30AM we went to St Luke?s Extension Clinic to register and pay the fee of 1,500.00 peso.  You can go there earlier which we did at 9:30AM instead of 10:30AM since it is just for registration and payment.  First you will proceed to the 4th floor and register.  Once you are done on the 4th floor you will proceed to the 5th floor and pay the fee then back to the 1st floor to fill out some forms, get digital photo and finger printed for their files.  Then you will proceed back to the 4th floor for final instructions for you next appointment at the US Embassy ACS Section.  We had to bring the following:

 

 ·         Your US passport or valid ID

 ·         Child?s NSO certified birth certificate (original or photocopy)

 ·         Mother?s passport or valid government ID

 ·         Drinking water for child if 3 years old and below

 ·         Two pieces 2x2 photos each with white background, if you have not yet submitted photos at the embassy at the time of your application

 

 On 5 December 2013 we proceeded to the US Embassy for our second appointment.  The actual DNA collection took place at the US Embassy, 2nd floor Cubicle 13 or 14 at our appointment time at 12:30PM but we had to be there 15 minutes prior by 12:15PM.  Once we were there the lady that will do the DNA testing gave all three of us a plastic cup and told us to go to the CR and gaggle five times before the test.  It took us 45 minutes to complete the DNA Testing.

 

Now just waiting for the final results.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-23 15:48:00
PhilippinesVISA approved for Wife :) ticket purchase question
rebel, on 25 Oct 2014 - 05:02 AM, said:

 

  • According to Philippines law, tickets for flights departing from the Philippines cannot be purchased from any region other than the Philippines.

?what is the usual way to purchase one way tickets to the US?  I am planning on traveling  to the Philippines next month, VIA Cebu,  for a short visit , then accompany my wife and son back to the US.  my normal travel agent has warns dmd about this Law . I am guessing it is regards to travel tax, but  I assume there dis a way to book all out flights in the US and pay this tax.  any feedback would be appreciated. thanks

 

 

You can buy your tickets online for all travel. Just print off the tickets and bring them with you. Pay the departure taxes and get on your flight to USA.

 

Travel Fees:

 

Travel Tax/Exit Fee for all those immigrating:  1620 Php (currently) Can be paid at the airport if its not included with the purchase of your airline ticket.   Counter is staffed 24/7 at NAIA

 

http://www.tieza.com...l-tax-rates.php

 

Terminal/Airport Fee:   550 Php  (currently)


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-25 05:14:00
PhilippinesInterview experience

Hon08 is correct. Be sure to have court papers with you for your interview. The papers are the dismissal that you received from the court for your case. Make a copy and bring along the copy as well as the original. They will verify and hand you back the original and keep the copy. Expect a delay of 2 weeks to 30 days before you have your visa. It's not unusual for the visa to take longer but no one here can predict your timeline. Check your status on CEAC.


GreenbaumMalePhilippines2014-10-25 05:23:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVISA IN HAND

Congrats, have a safe trip!


pdnov142012Not TellingKenya2013-08-28 06:26:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportspraise JESUS!!!

how did it go? did they approve you? did you get you visa yet? HOPE SO!!!energy.gif


pdnov142012Not TellingKenya2013-08-20 06:01:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress Reportspraise JESUS!!!

Congratulations! The Lord is surely faithful. All the best today!


pdnov142012Not TellingKenya2013-08-19 05:05:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsVISA AT HAND BUT GOT A QUESTION

congratulations.

like you've been told, that is the date by which you've gotta be in the states, and then, after that, 90 days by the end of which you should have been married. 


pdnov142012Not TellingKenya2013-11-13 07:34:00
K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Case Filing and Progress ReportsGot Approved !!
Congrats!
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2013-04-18 02:59:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi am chance with this proof of relation ?

each embassy is diff but you have lease agreements and prob bank records that ur together that makes it eaiser to prove your marriage is genuine but for those that arent living together yet it makes it more difficult to prove bcos the embassy wants to see clear evidence of a genuine marriage so all those things i mentioned are needed at the interview for ppl not filing dcf



Oh okay. Thanks for your answer!
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-14 11:27:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi am chance with this proof of relation ?

From Instructions for form I-130:

OR Your husband or wife has lived outside of the United States, after the marriage for a period of at least 2 years.

I just mailed in my marriage cert. (been married 3 1/2 years) with my I-130 and copies of all my UK visas and both of our passport pages and we were approved.

Her husband is in the United States Air Force and from what I understand, has lived out of the US for a length of 2 years.


Exactly, he's living in the UK since 3 years, so did I.
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-14 08:58:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi am chance with this proof of relation ?

YESS everybody please do what yachachiq12 has been saying!!!!

Just because you have a marriage cert doesnt mean anything it just means your married.. but is it a REAL marriage of fruad?? ITS TOTALLY UP TO YOU TO SHOW THEM ITS REAL!!!! Bring everything!!!!!!!!!!!! and i mean everything!!!! chats emails letters cards, receipts for gifts, pictures... and tons of them... phone records, trips taken with boarding passes and flight itineraries letters from family members and friends saying they know about you bring in your webcam history together... i know my husband and i are online every day.... so we have hours and hours and hours of history to show ... bring pics of not only the two of you together but together with family or friends too... wedding reception pics wedding pics anyhting you name it to prove your together...i even brought my bank statements and asset statements showing my husband is on as Paid on Death.. (i cant add him to my bank account etc until he comes here so this was the next best thing)



Well, we'll be doing the DCF and I sent out a few questions to the Embassy and they said since we live together since we are married ( and before) and we don't really have like chats or phone records, it is not neccessary but I guess it is needed then.
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-14 08:56:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresi am chance with this proof of relation ?

Whoa! Careful there with the misinformation. An I-130 filing and a visa application (the interview stage) both require you present evidence of a bona fide marriage. A marriage certificate does not prove a bona fide marriage. Get ready to show some primary evidence of co-mingling your lives. That applies to you too, Jason. You don't want to end up in AP or with a denial.

Review page 3 of the I-130 instructions http://www.uscis.gov.../i-130instr.pdf

Your consulate instructions will also ask for evidence of a bona fide marriage relationship for your interview. This goes beyond photographs, which are considered secondary evidence of a relationship.


So does that mean even when you've been married for over 2 years you need to show the evidence that this is not a fake marriage?
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-14 02:33:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresmistakes made on DS-230
I personally would contact USCIS and would let them know and then also take the documents to the interview unless they say something else when you contacted the USCIS.
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-16 05:28:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresDS230
I believe it says on the DS-2001 to send it back with the DS-230 Part 1 and especially when you have to fill something out and sign the DS-2001 ;)
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-17 08:19:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview APPROVED!
Congrats! :thumbs:
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-18 12:40:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A questions!
Hmm, when I click on it, it just comes up the G-325A ... weird :unsure:
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-18 10:41:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A questions!

I may be misunderstanding the question, but for the IR-1 or CR-1 Visa (Which ris petitioned via form I-130), a G-325A must be completed for both the spouse (beneficiary) and the petitioner (US Citizen).



Right, I know that... I was just wondering where it says that for the CR-1 visa the G-325A should be filled out because in the first posting it's been written that there must be a G-325 as well and I didn't see that on the website that I posted.
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-18 06:10:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresG-325A questions!

1. The G-235A is the right one for the CR-1

3. Yes, that sounds right.

4. My husband checked "other" and specified I-130.



I have a question, on this website I only see the G-235A http://www.uscis.gov...0004718190aRCRD
and we will be doing the IR1 so I can't fill out this one? It doesn't say anything on the paper itself.
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-18 02:37:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & Proceduresinterview is tomarrow
Good luck!
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-18 10:43:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresMy hubby's visa approved
Congrats!! :thumbs:
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-19 02:21:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresInterview Tomorrow!!
Good luck!
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-24 01:31:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresVisa Approved! :)
Congrats!
diathFemaleUnited Kingdom2011-10-19 02:13:00