ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresAdvice? - NVC - Passport name from maiden to married
Looking for a little information. We submitted the maiden name passport bio page with the DS-230 at the NVC, Looks like our case
should be completed tomorrow 6/26.

Note: all paperwork except the passport Bio page was submitted with the married name. Also, the NVC Benificiary name was always
the Married name until today. When I called today,, they asked if she had another possible name, The NVC name is now her
maiden name.

Now we have a new passport with the married name. Suggestions? My thoughts are to wait until an interview date is established before
attempting to correct the name in the paperwork.

Suggestions? Should we attempt to get this fixed before the interview? Or just bring the old and new passport to the interview and have
the Manila Emassy resolve at that point?

All suggestions welcome.

Thanks!
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-25 21:54:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresNVC to Interview at the Embassy in Philippines....
QUOTE (222halo @ Jun 24 2009, 05:47 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi, can anyone tell me what the average time is between case complete at the NVC and interview date at the embassy for the Philippines.... I can't seem to figure out that info from the timelines....


Thanks in advance,
Andy and Kim


When I see a question like this,, First thing I do is to look at YOUR timeline. You have not kept it up to date, If members don't take the time to fill out their timelines,,, how can we be expected to derive good dates. We all should try to keep our timelines accurate. That I think is a reasonable cost of membership to VJ.

Regards and Good lock for a quick interview,,,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-24 21:50:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresCR 1 misleading information by immigration
QUOTE (AbbynSheryl @ Jun 25 2009, 04:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
here is the link it says 5 months
https://egov.uscis.g...e=serviceCenter
i started on march 12 and
i was one delay in getting papers from manila
now she is almost ready for the interview in september
CR1 does not take long
abby n sheryl


Hello my friend, If I am not mistaken, the 5 months is for the California Service Center,,, then you have the NVC timeline...
Plus the embassy processing time.

You are right in that our timeline is about 5 months end to end...

But, if you ask Immigration,,, they would probably state 5 months CSC + 2 months NVC + 2 months Embassy = 9 months.
and shave a month off that for a K3.

My two centavos,






DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-26 11:34:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI 130 bona fides : i don't have much!
QUOTE (cyntralala @ Jul 1 2009, 09:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello!

I just got married with my boyfriend, so i'm not yet on his lease and we don't have bank account together...well actually as for now, what we have is a marriage certificate and tones of pics (we know each other since two years).....so would that be sufficient???

thank you all!


You need to prove a bonafide marriage,, For me I was only married for 2 weeks when I filed for the I-130. So. 6 PICs from the
wedding and one affidavit from a familiy member that knew about the marriage.

Now when she goes in for the interview... The timeline will be longer and proof of a continued bonafide marriage will require more
documetation.

Regards,


DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-02 06:45:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130 Q21. Last address we lived together...
QUOTE (Frequent_Flyer @ Jul 1 2009, 08:32 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi VJers,

My wife and I just got married on June 19th (YAY! biggrin.gif ) and are filling out the forms required for the CR-1. On the I-130, question 21 asks to list our last address where we lived to together. Unfortunately, we have yet to live together so my question is will this hurt our application? Secondly, the G-325 asks for an alien registration number. I don't have one. Do I leave this blank?

Thanks for the help all. Super excited to start the process and looking forward to being reunited with my hunny!

Frequent_Flyer


The I-130 form I used the address we spent together in the PI... Was for only a few days....
My G-325 I put N/A...

Normally you do not want to leave items blank. Use N/A, None. And if the space is not enough
make an addendum sheet and put the information there.

Example:

G-325a Completed by USC - Addendum

This form is submitted in connection with an application for:
I-130/K3 PETITION FOR ALIEN RELATIVE



Regards,


DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-02 08:05:00
IR-1 / CR-1 Spouse Visa Process & ProceduresI-130
QUOTE (amy83 @ Jul 1 2009, 10:38 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello,

I keep coming across different info - when sending in the I-130, do we need to send in copies of our long form birth certificates? Or are copies of all passport pages sufficiant?

thanks,


Yes, either is fine. I used B/C. However,,, when in doubt always give more documetation then asked for. Never want an RFE
for lack of paperwork.

Regards,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-02 08:42:00
US Citizenship General Discussion3 mos. state residency requirement
Not sure where you are getting the 3 month state residency requirement. I have not seen that one... However, leaving for vacation for 2 months does
not end or suspend your resident status. That is certainly acceptable by the immigration process. You will only have issues with immigration if you
exceed 6 months.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2010-07-30 09:48:00
US Citizenship General Discussionadoption is final
Also,,

30. What documentation can I get of my adopted child’s citizenship?

If you want documentation of your child’s U.S. citizenship, you may obtain a Certificate of Citizenship
from the USCIS and/or a U.S. passport from the Department of State. You do not need a Certificate of
Citizenship issued by the USCIS in order to obtain a passport for your child.

My take,,, is why spend the money on a Cert of Citizenship when a passport will serve the same purpose,,, and you
will need a passport anyway.

regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2010-08-26 15:59:00
US Citizenship General Discussionadoption is final
Well if she is a citizen by adoption... Then,,, just apply for a US passport for her. That will be her
proof of US Citizenship going forward.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2010-08-26 15:32:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionFilipinos who naturalized...
The BALIKBAYAN PRIVILEGE (Visa Stamp) was given to all of us on our last trip to the Philippines. I hear of some Filipinos
using the Philippine Passport to travel to the Philippines and then using their US Passport when entering the USA.


Regards,
Doug
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2011-09-17 09:29:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionUS citizenship application
You need to provide a little more about your situation. If your daughter got derivative status from your immigration she will obtain
her citizenship when you get yours. You can submit a copy of your naturalization paper (once you get it) with her US passport application
and she will get a US passport... or you can file for a N600... Personally just getting a US passport is better and cheaper.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-05-19 22:26:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 Process
Yes you can file. As you within the 3 month window before your POE date.

Wifes POE date 08/24/09

We filed N400 5/25 "Dallas" just got notification "On July 26, 2012, your N400, APPLICATION FOR NATURALIZATION was placed in line for interview scheduling."

So,,, we will see. However, keep in mind. You can reschedule any portion of the process, fingerprints, interview and oath ceremony. So,,, if the
pregnancy becomes an issue for any date, you have options.

Also,,, if you search VJ for "N400 May 2012" people are tracking their status by filing location. This might give you an idea as to how it might apply
to your situation.

Regards,
cd
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-07-28 10:14:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionCitizenship
Assuming you are a US citizen. Your wife is able to apply for citizenship 90 days before her 3 year anniversary of arrival. Example. My wife arrive 8/24/09 applied for citizenship N400 5/25/12 and received her citizenship on 9/25/12. She applied for her US passport on 9/25/12 (using her cert of citizenship).

Side note. you do not have to apply for an N-600 for the stepson if you do not want... You can just apply for a passport for him using the Wifes Cert of citizenship papers. The US passport will
then become proof of citizenship for him... Cheaper and quicker.

Regards,
dc
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-10-15 21:10:00
US Citizenship General DiscussionN-400 for a minor child???
Personally,, I would not waste the money on "Certificate of citizenship or N600"... Just apply for a US Passport... That is better then
any naturalization document. You should never need the Naturalization document again,, after the Passport is issued.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2010-07-23 09:11:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionEmployment Authorization
Also,,, an unrestricted Social Security card should show up in 2 to 3 weeks.. That and her passport will be all she needs.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2010-01-18 16:37:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionAfraid a dire mistake has been made..please help!
First, the 1099 does not show when she worked just the year and the employer. Second, if they ask specifically about the dates of the work (which I doubt they will do) just be honest about it. If you use a tax transcript I am not so sure the income even shows who earned it.

I don't think anyone can comfort your nerves on this one,,, The government is not good about sharing information with other agencies and I think they will focus on the relationship bonafides,,, not, your employment. Just a thought...

Good Luck,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2010-01-13 14:27:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionLeaving the USA to vist home
Conditional GC, her passport and ticket with same name is all that is needed. My wife has travel twice to the PI and is still a Conditional Resident.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2011-08-24 15:59:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionUSC wife changed after i stopped financially pampering her.
Stop giving her money,,, If she leaves on her own and/or files for divorce... Better for you.

A court will be more likely to give her the short end of the deal if she files... Also, put a
freeze on your credit reports,,, to keep her from applying for additional credit in your name.

Someone from California that has been through the divorce process might be able to shed additional
light on protecting yourself.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2011-10-03 06:26:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionI-751: July 2012 Filers
This is a good guide to follow...

http://www.visajourn...ontent/assembly


Regards,
dc
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-05-26 12:27:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionREMOVAL OF CONDITIONAL STATUS
Review our timeline. 2yr GC expiration date Aug2011, filed I751, received 10 yr GC Feb2012... NO INTERVIEW.

Regards,

dc
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-05-29 11:06:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General Discussionwondering ang confused
Wife was in same situation Aug2011 - Feb2012... We kept the letter but, did not notify the employer.

However, the employer has a copy of the required I9 documents. I don't think most employers review
the expiration dates on your id related documents.

Regards,
dc
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-06-21 15:33:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionLifting of Conditions in Residency - do I need AOS?

Hello Chrissie!
The 90 day window is calculated based on the expiration date on your green card (not wedding anniversary)
USCIS calls it "anniversary" but they mean anniversary for becoming a permanent resident.
They like to confuse :P

Use the calculator in this link and just enter your GC expiration date.
http://www.uscis.gov...Calculator.html
It will give you the EARLIST date you are allowed to file.
be careful not to file too early or too late!

And yes, you only need the i-751 form.
But you also need to send evidence of bonafide marriage as the previous poster listed.
Good luck!



Good catch,,, Yes,,, it looks like the earliest date you can file is 07/09/2010 based upon your point of entry date
of 10/7/2010.


If you file earlier it will not be accepted... Not sure about the money. I suppose it would be forfeited.

Regards,
dc

Edited by DouglasFiel, 21 May 2012 - 07:46 PM.

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-05-21 19:45:00
Removing Conditions on Residency General DiscussionLifting of Conditions in Residency - do I need AOS?
This is a cleansed copy of what I sent last year. It was approved and accepted without an interview...

Note: She received her 10 year GC about 6 months after her 2 year GC anniversary date.

05/26/2010

USCIS Vermont Service Center
75 Lower Weldon St.
P.O. Box 200
St. Albans, VT 05479-0001


RE: I-751 JOINT PETITION TO REMOVE CONDITIONS OF STATUS ON:

(CR1 VISA) {Spouse Full Name}, A#xxx-xxx-xxx



Dear USCIS examiner:

Enclosed please find a JOINT I-751 petition for removal of conditions of permanent resident status regarding my wife, {Spouse Full Name}. Please also find a check for $590.00, the fee for this form. My wife entered the US on a CR1 visa. We are all happily living together and request that this petition be accepted for removal of conditions on the residence of my wife {Spouse Full Name}.

Enclosed also please find the following documents to verify the status of our marriage and ongoing relationship:

• Photocopy of green card of (immigrant spouse).
• Three affidavits by U.S. citizen relative/neighbors, attesting to our relationship and marriage.
• Copy of our daughters birth certificate
• Printout of a family picture taken in Dec 2010 with our daughter
• Copy of the 2010 income tax return (form 1040) showing joint filing
• Photocopy of driver license with joint address (Issued Dec 2010)
• Photocopy of Medical Insurance card for {Spouse Full Name}, and {Daughters Name} showing she is on my company health plan
• Photocopy of Insurance benefit payment showing that she is using my health insurance
• Photocopy Automobile Insurance Declaration showing {Spouse Full Name}, and {Husbands Name} (husband) on a shared policy
• Photocopy Transamerica Life Insurance showing {Spouse Full Name} (spouse) is the named beneficiary for a $xxx,xxx life insurance policy.
• Photocopy of Transamerica Life Insurance indicating the policy is current

You may feel free to inquire at any of the sources of enclosed documentation for validity of their statements, and you are always welcome to visit our home should you ever desire to do so. Please advise me if you have any further questions or problems related to this petition.


Sincerely,



{Husbands Full Name}


Regards,
dc
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2012-05-21 15:39:00
PhilippinesAttitude Change to Live In The philippines
QUOTE (loveusomuchhoney @ Jun 16 2009, 06:17 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Have any of you experienced meeting a Filipina and falling in love with her and discussing her moving to your country and marrying you and then right about when the petition is approved or shortly after she gets to your country she starts hinting to you about moving to the Philippines when you retire? But before that it was all about her saying she had NO problems moving to your country and marrying you and having a happy loving relationsahip forever? Seems like having you move to the Phils was in her mind all along and she only was agreeing to come to your country for as short as a time as possible. I have nothing against about moving there and actually have thought about it prior to her mentioning it but it just seems as if that was her plan all along and she never was truthful to me about it.


I have been around the Filipino community for more then 25 years,,, I am not sure if anyone has addressed this or not,,, First you wife is definately missing her friends, family and the closeness of the Filipino society. This is to be expected. And she fantisizes the idea of living in the Philippines... In the future. But, reality for most mixed marriages,,, comes from the children. The thought then,, is when they are out of HighSchool... maybe, they can go to college in the PI... Then,,, if that fails,,, well when they are out on there own,,, then now you are 20+ years down the road, The USA is now mostly YOUR home,,, It is definately your childrens home, Now comes the grand children. Time to make your choice. Live in the Philippines,,, or be accessible to your children and grand-children. I recommend,, listen to what she is asking,,, cause,, as time goes by her vision of the future will most likely change to match new realities.

Regards!!!
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-16 22:28:00
Philippinesfiancee's passport photos
QUOTE (DEFA17 @ Jun 22 2009, 09:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hello, everyone again.....I put in my packet a couple of weeks ago and received a response that the passport photo I submitted for my fiancee they were not accepting because o the resolution on it????? want me to resubmit new photo.....(well I guess the rest of the packet was good)....has this ever happened to anyone before? .....Here is what we did.....she got the pictures taken scanned them sent them to me ...then i went to CVS and printed them out in the glossy format .......they looked great!!!!......here is the question I am leaving next week on the 1st to go see her again....should I just get the ones that she got done and bring them back or should she send them? or should I go and get new ones done while we are out there and bring them back to resubmit...all feed back would be appreciated...Thanks all you VJ'rs


Easiest way,, in my always humble opinion. Have her get the PICs taken on a digital camera (most of the PI passport places use digital cameras) and email you the JPGs. You can take to Target or? and use the Kodak PIC system. Cost me like $0.35 for 6 Passport Photos.

Just make sure the camera will do 2 Megapixals. I did this for her PICs at NVC and also, for mine when renewing my passport.

Regards,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-22 11:34:00
PhilippinesMy visa journey
QUOTE (yuki-lyka @ Jun 24 2009, 10:00 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just want to share with you guys about what I've learned and experienced in processing my K-1 visa.. from gathering requirements 'til acquiring my k-1 visa... especially if the beneficiary is from Philippines. Click here to read my post..

Good luck and enjoy your visa journey.. good.gif

Soon I will post my AOS or Adjustment of Status experienced..


thanks rose.gif


Nice writeup,,, Thanks for taking the time to share.

Regards
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-25 09:09:00
PhilippinesI passed my interview
QUOTE (Candy_Vince @ Jun 25 2009, 07:48 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
hi guys , i just want to share to everyone that i passed my interview this morning kicking.gif kicking.gif , thanks God...everything is all worth the wait....

to those who are still waiting for their approvals and interview appointment , have faith.. you'll get yours soon..have faith...


God Bless us all....


Congratulations. I wish you the very best...

Regards,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-25 07:59:00
PhilippinesTourist Visa
QUOTE (KevinArdith @ Jun 25 2009, 10:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
kicking.gif Hello all,
My Fiance' wants to come visit me in the US on a Tourust Visa. We have not filed for a K1 and do not plan to until 2010. I have heard that Tourist Visa;s are being denied in record numbers, although I have seen no "Proof" of this. Let me add she does not plan on staying, she will return to to PH. My concern here is if she applies for the Tourist Visa and is denied, later down the road in 2010, is that going to send up some kind of red flag when we file for the K1? I wonder if they will see it as someone just looking for a way to get into the US and deny the K1.

Thanks for any help,

Kevin Hawley


I don't think it would hurt to apply for a visa,, However, unless she is wealthy, has a great job she is taking leave from,, owns a business, (basically, as unrefuteable reasons for returning) they will most likely deny the visa.

True story, Had a relative apply,,, she was a business woman wanting to attend her sisters wedding. Reason for denial.. The interviewer said, "You are too good looking,, you will just find someone to marry you".

Remember, you are not in Kansas Toto.

Good luck,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-25 11:09:00
Philippinestravelling: need your suggestions and advices
QUOTE (john&louella @ Jun 25 2009, 02:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi guys, I am K1 Visa holder,i will be travelling this August going to NC.

1.my mama will make the wedding dress for me (floor length,semi-serpentina, full beaded bodice)
since it wont be that engrande type of dress, my first thought is just put it inside of my checked luggage, is it wise/safe to do it that way?
2.i want to wear veil,just a simple one (yong sa likod lang di naman takip yong mukha)
- di naman kaya over-dressed ako for a court wedding? unsure.gif
3.i also think of brining with me a year supply of contraceptive pills- ok lang ba yon? di nama kaya maka aberya ako sa custom/immigration? or shall i require a letter from my ob who will prescribe me of these?

Maraming salamat mga kababayan ko.
Ingat and i hope everyone is having a good day.


The custom folks can pretty much do anything they want,,, I have done 15 international trips in the last year.

I usually have some prescription narcotics with me,,, and no prescription. Just the label. I have never had them take a second look. And, I suspect that with BC pills,, they are not really a highly controlled substance. That given, get a prescription for peace of mind.

As far as your luggage, You should be fine there. The chances of the TSA agents actually checking your bags is unlikely. And, if they do,,, you will be right there with them.

Good Luck,




DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-25 11:21:00
PhilippinesQuestion about the K1 and marriage...
QUOTE (rockhouse @ Jul 7 2009, 09:36 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hey all,
what happens if a filipina gets her visa through a K1, but then during that 6 month time-frame her and her USA beneficiary get married in the Philippines?
Is the K1 still valid for travel to the USA? Is the whole process started over as a K3? I am just curious as to how that would work....thanks.


You could have a ceremonial marriage,,, If you wanted to have something that is more for the family and friends. Just make sure that would
not be considered a legal and binding marriage according to local law.

Regards,



DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-07 10:35:00
PhilippinesThings to bring to US
QUOTE (o0pink0o @ Jul 6 2009, 11:18 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (jiskat08 @ Jul 7 2009, 01:11 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
ill just wear slippers since wearing rubber shoes is also hassle - for checkpoint! lol

What about polvoron and pastillas... since it has milk, is it ok still?


oo hassle nga ang rubber shoes (tennis shoes). yan yung suot ko nung dumating ako tas napagod lang ako kakatanggal at pagtali ng shoe lace ko while carrying my big purse at jacket. pero if you'll wear flip flops then bring socks na rin in case lamigin ka sa plane smile.gif

pastillas and pulvoron are ok.


Rules on liquids for carry on. Must be 100ml or less containers. These containers must be able to fit in a one quart (.9 Liters?) clear plastic zip lock type bag. You are allowed to carry on one of these bags.

There is exceptions for baby formula and medications with prescription.

Looks to me that the most often discarded liquids at security check points are expensive
cometics, bottles of lotion, bottles of sunscreen and of course bottles of water and soft drinks.

As far as food,,, You may bring almost anything you want for consumption on the airplane. However, keep in mind that only processed food
will be allowed through the point of entry in to the USA. Nothing fresh and no seeds or plants. Even Dried Fis is ok.... Although,,, I think checked
luggage is better for that one.

Note: lotions, cosmetics, etc may be in checked luggage at any quantity as long as it is not flammable,,,

A few other exceptions apply but, this should cover the bulk of the flyers.

Regards,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-06 12:02:00
PhilippinesFast Way to Send money to Fiance in Philippines?
QUOTE (JANETandLYLE @ Jun 19 2009, 12:57 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What's the fastest way to send money to the Philippines without costing an expensive service charge? Any idea's? Can I fed ex to the hotel or her home some money form? just an idea... can i go to my usa bank and have it wired to a phil bank?


I travel internationally for business all over the world... I find the best way to get cash,, Is the use of ATMs.

For my wife, I set up an extra checking accouint (in my name) with ETrade bank.
Just use a bank that doesn't kill you on ATM fees and exchange rates.

With ETrade I get the international bank to bank rate and no fees.

I just transfer the money online into her account from mine. She can get the money in 2 minutes.

Note: I put the ATM card in between a couple of pieces of thin card board and wrote on the outside, Pictures please don't bend.
Just to make sure it arrived...

Regards,


DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-19 10:21:00
PhilippinesSan Francisco for honeymoon
QUOTE (MikeeLucyForever @ Jul 9 2009, 01:14 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello VJers,


Me and my husband will be having our delayed honeymoon in San Francisco this coming August. I am looking forward for this trip because I really want to see the San Francisco bridge and the Alcatraz while my husband wants to go the wine country. What other parts of this state that we must see guys? We'll rent a car at the airport but we'll be there for 3 days only. Any suggestion's appreciated.


If you have the time and looking for a bit of nature...A drive north up the coastal highway (Highway 1) with a return trip
through the highway of the Giants (Giant Redwood Forest) is a nice day trip.

Another,,, good trip if crossing the GoldenGate is to spend part of the day in Sausalito. It is just across the bridge on the right.

Of course,,, Food, Food, Food... China Town, Little Italy, and of course getting a little homesick Daly City is home to lots of Filipinos
including the presense of a Goldilocks.

Also, keep in mind. Depending on where you plan to spend your time... It is very expensive to park around SF and usually quicker and
easier to use public transportation. When traveling on business there we usually rent a car during the weekends when we do the day trips.
And use the subway/trolley/taxi during the week around the Warf and Downtown areas.

Enjoy,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-09 16:49:00
Philippinesmedical passed...
Congrats!!!

This has been a good bunch of VJrs for the August Interview Group.

Hope all of us get through the medical and interview with no issues.

Good luck to all....

Regards,


DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-15 22:38:00
PhilippinesPhilippine marriage requirements
QUOTE (tngirl21809 @ Jul 17 2009, 12:55 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
that's wrong...
but marriage licenses, i think (not sure), must be obtained from where one resides... so that when the marriage ban is put up the locality will be informed.

once you have your marriage license, you can marry anywhere within the Philippine Territory.

JUST ONE ADVICE: Do not skip the marriage ban (10 days) for obtaining the license. You would get tons of grief for this later on.


Yeah I think that is the case. The marriage license request is posted publically for 10 days (As was in our case),,,
Then after that a licence was issued. There was no restriction on where the marriage could occur.

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-17 07:45:00
PhilippinesNeed Some Advice...
QUOTE (k32005 @ Jun 29 2009, 03:44 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
(I posted this as a reply on another thread on March 06 2008, but I thought I'd move it here to start a new thread and get some input from everyone)...

"When I met my wife, I knew her family just made enough to get by on their bills and daily expenses (Just like I did). Her dad worked, but her mom didn't work. After my wife arrived here in the US, she asked me if she can send some money to help out her family for that month. I said "ask them how much they need and help them out." She sent them money for that month. The following month, she sent some money again. This continued to be a monthly thing. Since I keep track of our finances, I later noticed that the amount she is sending has been increasing. I didn't say anything because for the most part, the money she sends increased after she started working. However, she was sending almost 100% of her paycheck.

My income barely pays for our house and our daily expenses. My only gripe is that the money that she is sending to her family could be used for savings. My idea of helping is to set aside some money for us first and then help those in need. As the saying goes "charity begins at home." However, my wife sends money first, and if we're short in cash for the month, then I have to work overtime.

Ever since we got married, my wife's family's living conditions have elevated so much. Her father does not work anymore, her neice now goes to school, and they just hang out everyday. Her family does not have any more financial worries. It is as if they won the lottery. Meanwhile, back here in the U.S., we are living paycheck to paycheck and working overtime to make ends meet.

We got into an argument one day because of money. I sold one of our cars because it was going to cost a lot of money to repair. I was gonna use the money to buy things we need for the house, and those things that we've been wanting to get the whole year, but couldn't afford to. I found out later that she has sent some of that cash to her family. I told her "didn't you already send money this month?" She replied, "I sent it for my neice because she called and she needs to attend a christmas party for school." We then got into a big argument.

Because of that argument, she is now very cautious (as far as amount) in sending money to her family, although she still sends money monthly. Unfortunately, my wife has quit her job, but still sends the same amount of money. We sure could use that money for a new car. "


There is a cultural responsibilities to help their parents and siblings... I think most of us understand that...

You took her out of the chain of financial support for the family.

But,,, Unless you are independently wealthy and are willing to just give them mass amounts of cash. i think a reasonable approach is to limit
the cash to "What you can afford" with a maximum limit set to about amount of money your wife could of added to the household income...
Assuming 1. They send her to a good school, 2. She got a good job and 3. she gave the family most of her income.

For example a nurse with a good job might make $200 or $300 in a small town.. Maybe $400 or so in Manila...

I let my wife know,,, that my main responsibility is to help my immediate family, But, since I love her,,, I will help her with one of her
responsibilites.

At the end of the day,,, if she is sending all of that money abroad and not assisting in her primary responsibility which is to help her children
and husband... Her parents will live in the best house in the neighborhood, all of the relatives will be going to the good schools,,, And, you
will be living below average in the USA and your kids are going to the community college. We always need to strike a balance.

My two centavos,

Regards,





DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-06-29 10:01:00
PhilippinesCFO??
QUOTE (GD21 @ Jul 24 2009, 09:20 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I just read about this. What is this?
I have been waiting 5 months for Vermont to do their thing then after this is done I figure another 2-3 for her to get the medical and the interview and the visa. My next step was once that visa is in hand I'm putting her in a seat on the next flight to LAX. (love you baby)
Now I read that she needs to do a CFO? What's that? I gather it's some kind of seminar for foreign living seems a bit redundant since she's going to live with a foreigner but when in Rome, right? Anyway, what is this? How long does it take? Can she do that now while we are waiting around? Thanks for any feedback.


Takes one day,,, there is more information around here on it.. Bascially,,, I think it is a seminar,, for fiancees and spouses to know what their rights
are and who to contact in the event of abuse...

Regards,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-24 21:32:00
Philippineshow will i know if our case has been receive by the NVC?
To get your NVC Case Number and start the NVC process...

review the link: http://www.visajourn...he_NVC_ShortCut

Regards,
DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-26 00:11:00
PhilippinesCalling all August Interviewees
QUOTE (Dean Cain @ Jul 28 2009, 07:50 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (DouglasFiel @ Jul 28 2009, 05:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (Dean Cain @ Jul 27 2009, 11:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello guys August is just around the corner now. star_smile.gif I know most of you are already done with the medical exams, CFO stamps and so forth. I know you guys are all excited that our Journey is almost done. It's been along journey for us and the hardest part is being away from our love ones. But we all know that's just a temporary separation. Soon we will be united with our love ones for good. yes.gif I am very excited myself, kicking.gif i will be leaving for the Philippines in two weeks to be with my wife for her interview which is set on the 13th of August.. Good luck and God Bless to everyone and lets go get those PINK SLIPS star_smile.gif


Good news Dean, glad you are going to attend the interview... Will you try to get the visa issued on the same day and have her return
with you?

Our interview is on 8/17. I am planning to arrive in Manila on 8/15 and departing on 8/23. I hope that my wife can return with me..

Good Luck and our best regards,



Hey Doug! That's good. I am leaving this week already, but we will be heading for the US on the 22nd smile.gif just a day early from you guys... biggrin.gif


With your return on the 22nd... The question still remains,,, are you planning to request same day visa? Or,,, are you planning to do a embassy pickup? Or just going to use Air21 with the assumption that the visa will arrive in time for the return trip?

As for Filemarie and I,,, we will try a same day visa pickup or embassy pickup,, instead of Air21 delivery.

Please let me know your thoughts,,,

Thanks!

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-28 10:09:00
PhilippinesCalling all August Interviewees
QUOTE (Dean Cain @ Jul 27 2009, 11:23 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hello guys August is just around the corner now. star_smile.gif I know most of you are already done with the medical exams, CFO stamps and so forth. I know you guys are all excited that our Journey is almost done. It's been along journey for us and the hardest part is being away from our love ones. But we all know that's just a temporary separation. Soon we will be united with our love ones for good. yes.gif I am very excited myself, kicking.gif i will be leaving for the Philippines in two weeks to be with my wife for her interview which is set on the 13th of August.. Good luck and God Bless to everyone and lets go get those PINK SLIPS star_smile.gif


Good news Dean, glad you are going to attend the interview... Will you try to get the visa issued on the same day and have her return
with you?

Our interview is on 8/17. I am planning to arrive in Manila on 8/15 and departing on 8/23. I hope that my wife can return with me..

Good Luck and our best regards,

DouglasFielMalePhilippines2009-07-28 07:43:00