ForumTitleContentMemberSexCountryDate/Time
PhilippinesPOE Chicago
Hi all, Jenny will be flying into Chicago as her POE. Anyone here had any experiences that they could pass along about do's/dont's/look out for/watch for/be carefull for/prepare for?.....THANKS` smile.gif David

Edited by DavidandJenny, 16 January 2008 - 02:37 PM.

DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-16 14:35:00
PhilippinesTIME TO SHARE THE GOOD NEWS!!
kicking.gif C O N G R A T U L A T I O N S kicking.gif


God Continually Bless You Both
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-16 08:34:00
PhilippinesAvoid Philippine Airlines -- Possibly UNSAFE
I think the US Gov is in need of an attitude adjustment, their track record isnt 100% as well. I flew from the Dallas/Fort Worth area coming and going to the Philippines on AA awhile back and AA was delayed coming and going and one of the reasons was that the floor in the plane was unstable/loose (oops) And, coming back the flight I was suppose to catch left 15 minutes 'before' it was scheduled to depart! Leaving over 30 passengers in Dallas. They had to find a pilot and bring him a plane to get us back home (an hour & a half late).

The pilots and airport workers, security here are overworked and under paid....sound familiar? Its no different...
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-16 16:13:00
Philippinesvisa in hand
kicking.gif congratulations to you both kicking.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-19 05:57:00
PhilippinesAny cheap hotel near SLEC?
Jenny stayed at the City Garden Suites, here in the usa it would be considered inexpensive...and the hotel was very nice, very close and was affordable.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 06:22:00
PhilippinesCFO MANILA
kicking.gif Only took one day....a little uncomfortable, but all in all Jenny was treated very nicely kicking.gif

yes.gif We have only 5 more days and we will be back in eachothers arms again !
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 11:45:00
PhilippinesCFO MANILA
We were wondering what to expect at CFO, how long will it take and also....what is this?

#3 Original and photocopy of Immigrant Data Summary for US bound/Confirmation of Permanent Residence for Canada bound/ Embassy Certification of Eligibility (for Spain bound C visa holders);

Thanks....david
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-12 12:01:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
QUOTE (edp333 @ Jan 15 2008, 09:53 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Does anyone know the specifics about first time flyers getting an overweight allowance on baggage at Ninoy Aquino?


Jenny will ask this crucial question for JAL tomorrow. She will also ship other things needed.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 05:21:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
QUOTE (Mike-Mely @ Jan 15 2008, 09:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
so are you at about 230 days from I-129 sent to Visa in hand?



Yes, and by the end of this month we will be reunited again here in the USA kicking.gif CFO was a little crazy there, but all in all everything went very smoothly.

QUOTE (niceguy26 @ Jan 24 2008, 04:04 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
on evaair.com in the hot e-fares section, it says the following:

1.A maximum of four passengers (including children) can be booked with each transaction provided that one of the adult passengers is the cardholder who pays for the transaction. (Someone is considered to be a 'child' if his/her age is between 2 to 11). You are required to present the credit card used to purchase the ticket during check-in at the airport. For identification at the check-in counter, you must use a credit card with the card number and name stamped into it. You are required to input your first name and last name exactly as displayed on the credit card. Passengers who fail to do so will be denied boarding unless they purchase a full-fare ticket at the airport ticket counter.


Does this mean that I cannot purchase a one-way ticket for my fiancee at the special e-fare rate?


I would call......always call when in doubt or having questions.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 05:19:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
QUOTE (Mike-Mely @ Jan 15 2008, 07:21 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
For David and Jenny-

Mobissimo and Vayama seem to have one-way into Tulsa for 770-850$ late Jan and early Feb.
I think it will be hard for you to do much better than that.


Yep.....just bought one, got it and she is on her way sooooooon. Vayama seemed to do the job for us kicking.gif kicking.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-15 22:01:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
I think it needs to be understood that Im not looking for a boat to bring her here blush.gif its just the end result is to get her here. Planes are planes, maybe I feel this way because I have traveled a great deal all my life globally. There are many ways to get here, many to choose from, and all will pretty much take a long time...I just want to take the shortest route/and get a good deal if I can. So far Vayama is looking good.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-13 10:11:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
QUOTE (edp333 @ Jan 11 2008, 06:18 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (DavidandJenny @ Jan 11 2008, 06:08 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
QUOTE (mossycouple @ Jan 11 2008, 02:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
the ones i think is the cheapest one is mobissimo.com. Try zuji.com too.


wow, over 1,900.00US is not cheap for a one way (mobisso)


I have found the best prices with kayak.com.


Well for some reason they were of no help either (kayak) MNL to TUL is not available on any day. We will just keep looking...
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-11 19:23:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
QUOTE (mossycouple @ Jan 11 2008, 02:43 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
the ones i think is the cheapest one is mobissimo.com. Try zuji.com too.


wow, over 1,900.00US is not cheap for a one way (mobisso)
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-11 19:08:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
Thanks....this all is very helpful good.gif Just want to stay on top of this and start checking now.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-09 17:18:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
QUOTE (Roserick @ Jan 9 2008, 02:05 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
What do you mean?

What Agency or What Airline?

If I were you I would shop around Philippines to get a good deal..


Best place to buy a ticket for the USA (thanks)
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-09 16:11:00
PhilippinesAirline Travel
Who would you choose to book the flight from the philippines to USA?
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-09 13:35:00
PhilippinesDo we need to present the 2007 ITR during the interview?
QUOTE (shallan @ Jan 24 2008, 05:39 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My fiance doesnt have ITR for 2007 he wont have it until April he said. We got his 2007 payslips/paystubs. And also a letter from work stating how much he earns and how long he've been employed in that comany. I hope they wont make it a big deal. blink.gif


Did he file already for 2007? Here right now in the USA they are recommending people to file electronically, because the IRS hasnt the new forms yet available. Its something to do with Congress here...maybe someone can shed some light on this.

If he has filed his 2007 already, make a copy and have it notarized and sent to you along with the W-2 for 2007. Better safe than sorry, just my opinion.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 07:31:00
PhilippinesDo we need to present the 2007 ITR during the interview?
I can only say that an ITR wasnt sent, however a 'notarized copy' of my 2006 was given/sent as well as W-2 attached. And this was acceptable to the consulate. Having said that, I really think that it depends on who will interview you. So, in retrospect, I would have also had the ITR available as well, although we weren't asked for an ITR, but asked for the actual return.

*we are in the year 2008 and if you can obtain the 2007 ITR, then I would have this available, the more proof, facts, documents..the better...just my opinion.

Edited by DavidandJenny, 24 January 2008 - 06:07 AM.

DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 06:02:00
PhilippinesJanuary Interview at US Embassy Manila
QUOTE (RandyandRina @ Nov 24 2007, 06:35 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Added:

07/ Tue...................K3.......................... chabo
09/ Wed..................K1.......................... delbertjohnson
09/ Wed..................K3.......................... JamesRachel (aka Jimbobh58)

kicking.gif Congratulations! good.gif

DATE..................... VISA ....................... NAME
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2007-11-24 07:49:00
PhilippinesYour Favorite Mode of Transportation in The Philippines
Tricycle for me.... biggrin.gif miss those tricycles.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-12 04:54:00
PhilippinesX-RAY FILM NO NEED FOR PORT OF ENTRY
Jenny was advised from St. Lukes in Manila to bring her X-ray along with her, just in case, they would have asked to see it. Of coarse they didn't.... in Chicago.

Edited by DavidandJenny, 04 February 2008 - 05:02 PM.

DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-04 17:01:00
PhilippinesAPPROVED!!!!
Congratulations !
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-07 06:06:00
PhilippinesVisa is Approved in Manila
Congratulations...God Bless
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-07 06:08:00
PhilippinesANSWERED PRAYER - my interview experience, jan 8, 2008
Yes Congratulations ! kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-09 12:47:00
PhilippinesAPPROVED!
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DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-14 13:22:00
PhilippinesAPPROVED!
QUOTE (bacbac @ Oct 26 2007, 06:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif approved and speechless kicking.gif kicking.gif kicking.gif



Congrats to you both, i know you are both relieved and very happy!
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2007-10-27 06:09:00
PhilippinesWe're getting so close!
Congratulations ! Its one heck of a ride huh? And soon you will be together (and let me tell you .....its WORTH everything kicking.gif ) God Bless You Both....david & jenny

Edited by DavidandJenny, 21 February 2008 - 08:46 AM.

DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-21 08:46:00
PhilippinesApproved and on her way to me soon---
Congratulations !
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-21 08:49:00
Philippinesdocument varification USEM Manila
so, let me understand this.....we have an interview on january 7th, 2008......we should pay this right away? thanks - david
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-01 18:30:00
PhilippinesMy interview experience
Congratulations ! good.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-06 05:26:00
PhilippinesPort of entry
Just remember that any POE here in the USA will be a new experience, unfamiliar territory, a large airport. And as said before 'ask questions or assistance' but from Authorized Personel only (flight attendants, ticket counter representatives, immigration officials etc.)

You will be ok good.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-02-21 08:33:00
PhilippinesMarch 5th - Approved
kicking.gif Congratulations
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-03-05 11:52:00
PhilippinesWhat did you wear on the day of your interview?
yes!Just wear something formal and that you feel comfortable...i know d feeling...gud luck!just take a deep breath and smile ok good.gif jenny
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-03-06 19:35:00
PhilippinesMarch 2008 Interview Dates
Congatulations and God Bless You ALL good.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-16 14:26:00
PhilippinesMArch 10 Interview - APPROVED!
QUOTE (lady_anne @ Mar 12 2008, 06:26 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
My March 10 interview experience was a very pleasant one. My request for visa pick up was also approved. The Consul at window 32 was very nice. He did not even ask me my reason why I wanted a visa pick up though he told me he can't promise when will my visa be ready for pick up. Then 2pm of March11, I received a call from the Embassy telling me my visa is ready for pick up on March 12. So I picked it up in the morning of march 12 then had my CFo stamping in the afternoon! Now I just arrived at my place and will start packing my things. Am leaving on March 20. Wowee!!

Thanks for all the help VJ family for all the helpful information. good.gif good.gif good.gif


Hay fren congrats!i know d feeling...im so excited for u.from where are u in Pinas?Good luck!jenny good.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-03-12 21:59:00
PhilippinesFinally Visa Delivered
QUOTE (dawnlake23 @ Mar 13 2008, 01:26 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
After 35 days and dozens of phone calls to the USEM my visa was finally delivered today.

Goodluck to all who are still waiting! kicking.gif kicking.gif good.gif


good.gif thats good news!congrats! kicking.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-03-13 08:36:00
PhilippinesFilipinas
well whistling.gif

Edited by DavidandJenny, 22 November 2007 - 04:55 AM.

DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2007-11-22 04:54:00
PhilippinesThe cheapest international call
Making calls can get very expensive. In the past year (actually longer) I have used Sprint calling cards (ouch $$), ATT (before I knew they had a international long distance plan wacko.gif ) Various discounted calling cards (cheap ones .11¢ and poor quality, many dropped calls) FiLam (terrible quality .13¢ - .16¢) and primarily now for consistancy, quality, reliability, AT&T International on the home phone (.16¢ ) & I bought a Verizon Mobile Phone, and make calls internationally at about .19¢ when Im on the go here.

Overall...expensive if you make a lot of calls. Can't use the Aspen Service (location in Mindanao/Zamboanga del Norte) Have used many hours courtesy of Yahoo & Skype (best) online (free sort of) however internet service depending where you are in the PI is unreliable, sometimes very sloooow and will cost a little for your SO. And is not very convenient for your SO to battle the crowds, traffic & inconvenience, So, I bought a laptop for jenny. And she has used Smart for her internet service this past year.

Buying the laptop has probably saved us hundreds of dollars/php. And you can see and talk kicking.gif
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-20 04:49:00
PhilippinesUS marriage Certificate..
This may be helpfull?

http://chicagopcg.com/index.html
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-08-31 10:17:00
PhilippinesK-1 Visa denied at interview, for meeting at Cherry Blossoms.com
I know that one of the questions on the I129F form initially filed asks if you met through a marriage broker.

I also know that Cherry Blossoms will file your papers/assist you essentialy for a fee and I have yet to actually talk to anyone that has used their services and had thought about using this service because I wanted to make sure the papers were all correct....but decided not to. Filipina heart, well seems like just a meeting place for people. Sorry to be so ignorant about both of these places, if in fact they are marriage brokers.

But it does seem to be an important area in question. I would make very sure that, from the get go, that in your hearts you know that you are meant to be with one another and have a lot of proof, ongoing proof. Just be very detailed and organized with anything you send or file..and be honest.
DavidandJennyMalePhilippines2008-01-24 05:44:00