hi guys.
im getting married to my filipina wife this oct.
like others, as much as possible i want her to be with me here in the USA asap.
how hard and long is the entire processing (paperworks etc.) for her and me to be together?
can i do the entire processing myself or do i need to consult an immigration lawyer?
i am a US citizen by the way.
thank you so much guys, i just need help on this.

Yes it is possible to do this yourself, the vast majority of us do. Lots of valuable experiences within VJ as well as the guides and FAQ. A lot of great members that will also offer you support throughout your visa journey. However if you dont think you have a straight forward case, you have concerns or your free time is limited, it can pay to seek a consult with a good immigration attorney.

Welcome to VJ and all the best to you.

thank you so much. this site is awesome. the best site in the world!!!!!!

Well, you can see by my timeline and story that I also married a lovely Filipina May 3rd, 2006. She is the Love of my life and everyday without her here in the US is utter agony.

It takes about 8 months before your wife can come to the US, perhaps less if you get a breadk.

As far as being apart...it is the most difficult time of my life. To be able to endure the months apart, I go see Meinda every 6 weeks. I am going to see her for my 3rd visit August 29th for 17 days.

We are only about 2 months into the process, and we are hoping she will be here by Christmas, but no one knows how long it actually will take..

Go for it, even though it is sooooo hard, it is worthy it!

Rob and Melinda

Have you received your I-129F approval yet? Your timeline doesn't show if you've received the I-129F approval. I filed my I-130 on April 12, 2006 and had approval on July 18, 2006, the I-129F was filed on April 26, 2006 and approved on July 20, 2006. I know what you mean about the long wait I got married last December and haven't seen my wife since then. FWIW it usually takes 5-7 months after you receive the I-129F approval and actual arrival of person petitioned if they are coming from the Philippines. Of course it's also dependent on how fast the people involved take care of the requirements they need to file. My wife just got the DS-3032 for my step daughter since I filed an I-130 for her also because I will eventually need to for her after I file the I-485 when the get here. Does anybody know if the DS-3032 is needed for my wife also if she is a K3? If not we will go ahead and send the papers for my step daughter.