I see... thanks!

Since Monday (May 28th) is a holiday here in the US, will the embassy be closed as well?

I tried to find out what holidays they observe on their site, but could not find it. I am guessing they will be closed as well.

Hi to all.....

Im facing packing problems, were taking 4 big luggages, 2 carry ons and back packs but still we have some more things that are valuable for me and my son and we're bound to leave next week. Im wondering if somebody here know an inexpensive way of sending my stuffs in the US like Forex or like the balikbayan boxes.

Any input will be helpful

Thanks

Memorial Day is also a HOliday in the Philippines, since USEM observes US and Philippine Holidays. Here is the link for the Holidays: http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwhholi.html

Thanks guys AGAIN for all of your help! I thought they would be closed. I expressed her documents to a friend in Manila today and they will get there by Friday so she will have my current pay records, phone logs, letters, etc.

Of course AFTER I get back from sending everything, (had to send everything before noon since it is Saturday) I get her packet in the mail! I will fax her interview letter to her so she will have it when she gets to Manila and can get started on her medical.

I will still call and see if they will send a packet to St Lukes so she will have all the info from it and an original appointment letter for her interview.

(HEY, I paid $18 for that phonecall, I may as well use my 'free' second call!)

Can someone help us answer question 37 on DS156? My fiancee has several half-brothers and half-sisters in the US. A couple only about 45 minutes from me. She says she didn't grow up with them, doesn't know them, doesn't know their status, and would rather leave it blank. I think not. Does anyone know for sure how to fill this out? And what does she do to list them all? It doesn't fit in the box.

Thanks so much. Our day is getting so close now!

If I may ask - how did you send them??

Bill

I sent everything Global Express Guaranteed at the main US Post Office here, but the package is delivered by FedEx.

Guaranteed delivery plus it can be tracked online all the way to its destination unlike Global Express mail which only will tell you when it arrives in Manila.

HI PW,

I got my visa today, May 28, 2007 in Manila.

Thank you for everything!

HI PW,

I got my visa today, May 28, 2007 in Manila.

Thank you for everything!

Hi guys,

I'd just like to share my experience during the interview day...I cannot believe that the 2 interviews I had were so pleasant...just like what others are saying, we're just making ourselves nervous but in reality, it could be your most memorable interview in ur lifetime..hehehe...but its normal to be nervous..actually, it is still okay to be nervous so you could prepare yourself more...most of the times, too much confidence and reluctancy bring you to harm...

The filipino interviewer was so nice..she is already like a mommy so i felt like i am just talking to my mom...she got my birth certificate, nbi, cenomar, my fiance's affidavit of support, certificate of employment, 2006 ITR and W2 only, some pics, cards, emails and phonecards. She only asked me these questions:

1. How did u meet?
2. How many times he came here? and how long for each trip?
3. How many are they living in their house?
4. Are his parents dependent on him?
5. Has he been married before?
6. Have I been married before?
7. Do each of us or do we have children?
8. Where am i working?

I guess thats it..it was just a short interview.

The Consul was equally nice...my interviewer was a girl...Consul Deborah.

She didnt even ask my name, she actually said, "You are Ms. ______, right?" I said yes.

The rest of the questions:

1. How did u meet?
2. In what chatroom we met?
3. Has he been married before?
4. Have I been married before?
5. Do each of us or do we have children?
6. Looking at the pics..."Is he a filipino?"..i said "no, he is a korean."...she joked, "Oh, it doesnt matter, I just wanna ask."

After few seconds of stamping something and signing on my papers, she told me, "OK Ma'am, Ur visa has just been approved. Go to the waiting area and wait for your name to be called."...I was so thrilled....Approval statement came out from her mouth...i just kept on thanking her.

Its true that once you are infront of the interviewer, you wont be nervous anymore as long as everything you will say is true. Nothing to be worried about.

Again and again...all cases are different from each other...there are still consuls who denies visa...just be prepared and pray, pray, pray...

When God is in control, everything will be in their right places.

Goodluck to all who will have their interviews soon!

Godbless us always.

Congrats, jeng!!!!!

BTW, can I see tour timeline so I can estimate my interview date (hind naman excited no. he hehe).




Anyone knows the answer to my question....

Hello Everyone,

Right now, we do not have our Manila Case No. yet from NVC. Is it too early for me to fill-out the forms needed for the interview? especially the DS forms...

Please advise.

Congratulations again jeng! Thanks for sharing your experience. It will surely help us who are about to have our interview in the coming days.

June is fast approaching. I can't believe that after all the hardships and trials that we had to go through, we're almost there and will be reunited with our loved ones.

Here's to the rest of the June interview batch and to everyone! May we all be successful!

Mae

Here is our timeline:

November 10, 2006 - filed petition to USCIS
November 28, 2006 - USCIS receives the petition
February 13, 2007 - Petition approved
February 28, 2007 - Case forwarded to Manila by NVC
May 15, 2007 - Schedule Medical but took it on May 10-11, 2007
May 22, 2007 - Interview schedule - Approved!
May 28, 2007 - Visa was delivered.

Goodluck to you!

Hi gracy,

I came to the USA with my 2 sons and so we had 6 boxes, 3 handcarries and 3 backpacks and I still had so much left in Manila so I understand the predicament you are in. And I had already bought around 6 boxes in my previous trips to the USA while waiting for the fiancee visa to be approved.

Allow me to share my experience on packing items to bring to USA. First, use balikbayan boxes instead of luggages...the boxes are lighter and carry more items...buy the UTILITY BOX brand of balikbyan box available at National bookstore in Manila and use ductape to seal the edges and the top and bottom...the boxes can load up to 1.5 times of the luggage capacity...and the customs people at port of entry dont normally open the boxes since they know it is hard to seal again..just be sure no fresh fruits and meat items in the boxes.

Choose the items to carry...more esp the items your son will miss or are attached to...most of the Filipino foods are available in the stores and supermarkets in the USA so no need to bring too much. And you will want to try new food items here anyway. Also, the clothes in the Phils are only good for summer wear in the USA so you also need to buy clothes in the USA. And make sure that the clothes you bring can stand washing and drying in the washing machine, normally no ironing of clothes in USA.

I suggest you bring the emergency medicines for your son that he may need within the first 2 months that you may not yet be covered by medical insurance. Normally, medical insurance also covers medicines so dont buy too much. Meds for cough, colds, fever are available at most supermarkets here but not the asthma and allergy meds and they come in different brand names. Grown ups can adjust faster than kids and you dont want to take chances.

If your son has not yet flown long haul flights, it will be best to see a pedia and get a presciption for ear ache drops and nausea from flights...my youngest son had ear ache and clogged nose and asthma meds with him in the flight...and he is already 12 years old, and he had an asthma attack here so we were prepared and brought his meds and nebulizer.

Oh, and remember to bring him something to amuse him over the long hours in the plane...a coloring book or a toy and some powdered milk...you can ask for hot water from the flight attendant...or you can request for bulkhead seats if you are travelling with children since you are the first priority for boarding.

Pack the rest of the items which you cant bring also in balikabayan boxes properly labelled with your USA address and surely there will be a relative or a friend who can bring it for you at a later trip. DHL and Fedex normally charge $150-$200 per box, door to door, but will the contents be worth the shipping cost?

Hope to have shared some thoughts with you.

Maria

My wife just called me and she was going to get a new NBI clearance and certified copy of her birth certificate, but they just told her there were too many people in line and she would not receive her papers today. Her flight for Manila leaves tomorrow, so she cannot return. (We just got our interview appointment last week, which is why we are in such a rush)

According to the interview letter I received it says they already have approved the NBI clearance and certified birth certificate I sent in with her application. I sent in originals, not photocopies.

Does that mean she does not have to have another copy, she was just getting them in case there was a problem with the ones they received?

If she has to, she will have a few days between her medical and her interview where she can go and get the papers while she is in Manila. I am hoping she will get her medical done this Wednesday and Thursday, then her interview is next Wednesday, June 6.

hi dogwood, i got my nbi clearance for 3 hours only at the parksquare 1-makati city kiosk(manila)..there are actually 4 kiosks where she can renew her clearance, and it is located in:

1)Park Square I, Makati City
2)SM Mega Mall (Bldg. B. Basement), Mandaluyong City
3)Gotesco Grand Central , Monumento Caloocan City
4)Tutuban Center Mall 1, Divisoria

while, she is waiting for her medical and interview, she can obtain her clearance as all these kiosks are located in Manila, all she needs to bring is a copy of her old certificate and pay the corresponding fee..for details, here is the nbi website -NBI CLEARANCE


for the bc, she can choose to get it from nso online and just have it delivered to a place where she is staying, it normally is delivered within a week's time...website for the online request can be accessed here.. -NSO birth certificate/ cenomar/others yes it is a little expensive but it is convenient..

hope i am able to help you..goodluck!

Thanks a lot Maria! Your reply is really informative. I already bought 4 big luggages and 2 carry ons but Im thinking of ditching the other luggage in replace of the box, your right a box can carry more than the luggage. We'll be flying PI airlines and I checked with them if we could take his Barney stuff toy, they said aside from the 2 luggages, 1 carry on and back pack he can bring Barney too which is really great, then his laptop on his back pack.

We're off to see his pedia tomorrow for his booster shots, and got your reply in a good time, thanks for the advice about the ear drops

Congrats Jeng

PW,

We picked up Cheryl's visa package at the Delbos office in Cebu on May 23. They were kind enough to text Cheryl as soon as it arrived so we could pick it up and get the CFO sticker in time to make our flight the next day. Arrived LAX May 24. We went through the visitors line together at POE with no problems. Thanks for maintaining this list. It's been a convenient way to see how things are progressing for people going through Manila. Plus all the pearls of wisdom you're shared...

Mike

Thanks for the info! Kathlene will try and get another bc & NBI while she is in Manila, but what I was wondering is if she needs to have them for her interview. on the 'Notice To Visa Applicants' it says they have received the originals of her bc & NBI so she may not need another copy, but it would be good to have them anyway.

hey guys anybody here knows a travel agent/agency in the US? we wanted to buy a ticket for phil and we want it around in between sept to nov. i dont have the green card yet (hoping to have it this yr in God's will) and my husband's business is so unpredictable, so if possible we could buy a ticket which we could change the date/time if its needed. its just hard to do it online like orbitz.com where we usually buy our tickets coz their date is fixed. thanks for the help!

ron/may

cheers people!!!!!

If she knows about the half-siblings, she has to declare them. Just put "I don't know" for status. During interview, just tell the truth that she does not know them and did not grow up with them. Additional sheet can be added if space is not enough.


Thank you for the update and the kind words, Mike. Have a happy married life!



I have not tried them but if you want a reputable Filipino travel agency, you may want to try LBC Travel. Click here http://www.teamlbc.com/01prdts.html

Updating list.... June is around the corner. Good luck to our June batch.

Legend:
OK - Visa approved
AR - Admin Review/Add'l Docs Required
ME - Military Expedite
AO - Age-Out (Derivative approaching age 21)

Name..................NOA2....MNL REC'D..PACKET...INTERVIEW..MNL CASE#..STATUS..DELIVERED/#OF DAYS/PLACE DLVRD
K1 LIST

01..Skeeter211......01-17-07..02-27-07..04-02-07..05-03-07..2007-52xxxx..OK..May 11/08 days/Davao
02..chadandlira.....01-25-07..xx-xx-xx..04-02-07..05-09-07..2007-536xxx..OK..May 16/07 days/Gen. Santos
03..Honeysweet......02-01-07..02-20-07..xx-xx-xx..05-10-07..2007-540xxx..OK
04..chadmides.......02-12-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..05-17-07..2007-547xxx..OK..May 24/07 days/??
05..gracy_byron.....02-08-07..02-28-07..xx-xx-xx..05-18-07..2007-xxxxxx..OK..May 23/05 days/Pick up
06..joemaria........02-12-07..02-28-07..xx-xx-xx..05-22-07..2007-55xxxx..OK
07..Jeng............02-13-07..02-28-07..03-31-07..05-22-07..2007-554xxx..OK..May 28/06 days/Manila
08..imaskin.........02-21-07..xx-xx-xx..03-30-07..05-24-07..2007-xxxxxx..OK
09..princess sutil..02-20-07..xx-xx-xx..04-02-07..05-24-07..2007-xxxxxx

10..orion44.........02-22-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..06-05-07..2007-xxxxxx
11..David-MaeForev..02-27-07..03-14-07..xx-xx-xx..06-07-07..2007-564xxx
12..JeffK...........03-08-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..06-18-07..2007-573xxx

13..elmasguapo......12-15-06..01-08-07..xx-xx-xx..07-03-07..2006-xxxxxx
14..CountryBoy......03-29-07..04-23-07..xx-xx-xx..07-04-07..2007-608xxx
15..dave&evan.......04-12-07..04-25-07..xx-xx-xx..07-05-07..2007-60xxxx
16..trakon2002......04-05-07..xx-xx-xx..04-25-07..07-11-07..2007-613xxx
17..happyinlove.....04-14-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..07-11-07..2007-xxxxxx
18..C&M14...........05-03-07..xx-xx-xx..05-25-07..07-11-07..2007-62xxxx

19..rea.............05-01-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-xxxxxx
20..Anthony Julie...05-xx-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-63xxxx

K3 LIST
01..AnneiyandJacky..11-28-06..xx-xx-xx..02-27-07..04-17-07..2006-685xxx..AR..Co-sponsor

02..CherylandMike...02-05-07..02-26-07..05-03-07..05-16-07..2007-546xxx..OK..May 23/07 days/Cebu
03..Robor007........02-06-07..02-26-07..03-30-07..05-16-07..2007-546xxx..OK..May 23/07 days/??
04..jeffry..........02-07-07..02-26-07..xx-xx-xx..05-16-07..2007-546xxx..OK..May 18/02 days/??

05..luvbugs4ever....12-14-06..12-21-06..03-02-07..07-03-07..2006-8xxxxx
06..islandprincess..05-21-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-xxxxxx


IR-1/CR-1
Name.................NOA2.....CASE CMPLT..PACKET..INTERVIEW...MNL CASE#..STATUS

01..orimai..........10-16-06..03-08-07..02-19-07..05-30-07..2006-xxxxxx..
02..Gobruins........12-20-06..04-03-07..xx-xx-xx..05-23-07..2007-50xxxx..OK

03..crambajoy.......09-19-06..05-10-07..05-23-06..06-20-07..2007-xxxxxx
04..StarProg........12-28-06..05-10-07..xx-xx-xx..06-28-07..2007-508xxx

05..islandprincess..05-21-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-xxxxxx

Hi ate Cora pls update us:

Visa received May 28, 2007, Manila
Thanks everyone for all the support!

thanks patiently! i called but they still not open. pacific time they say lol. well il try later on. but thanks so much!!! good job on keeping the list. i was once there. it really give us some ideas on how far or how soon are we from getting an interview!

hello............... im leaving on may 31. i would just like to know if the nothwest airline are really strict when it comes to the sizes of luggages? do they really use tape measure for checking the baggage allowance up to 62 inches dimension only?

They are strict regarding luggage. Their fees are hefty for oversize, overweight, and excess bags.

When we were there in January, the fee for excess bags was $240 each and the fee for overweight bags was $600 each. We didn't have any oversize bags, so I don't know what the fee would have been for that. You can call the Northwest office in Makati and ask them what the fees for oversize is.

Jeng and Joemaria ---> CONGRATS!!!

Most of the luggages are within the allowed dimension regulations, so you don't have to worry about that. I arrived here May 2, me and my husband have 4 luggages (1 that is 62', and 3 smaller than that).. They did not do any measurements but You should not exceed the weight limit, because you will be paying for every excess in weight (kgs.). Per luggage, should be atleast 32 kg and below only.

Have a safe trip!

Let me say I have never flown Northwest Airlines to the Philippines, but generally my experience is they (the airlines I have used) did not meaure size of the suitcase in inches as long as it is standard luggage. What they did measure in all cases has been the weight. You are allowed 32 kgs (70 lbs) per bag with two bags max to check in economy class. If you are overweight, it is VERY expensive. If you have a way to check the weight before leaving, that would be good because they will weigh the bags and it will cost you for excess weight. I don't know what NWA charges, but PAL charged me $150 US one time for a bag going to Manila. The earlier quote was $240 for NWA so they are high too. If you know your bags are obviously over-sized, then you might want to reconsider just in case. The suitcase that looks like it will hold an entire Jeepney inside might cause some concern, but if its a standard luggage, I think you will be okay in size, just watch weight closely.

Scott (and Mirasol)

Congrats Maria! It's really time to pack your things and be with your honey! I'm jealous! I can't wait for my turn!!! It seems like the closer I get, the more anxious I become.


Mae

Instead of using the standard luggae, I suggest you use a Balikbayan box which is measured to standard size allowed my NW. Because the box is light, you can pack more items. Just use ductape to seal the top, bottom and sides and this is very sturdy and can withstand the travel to USA. I use the brand UTILITY BOX available at National Bookstores in Manila. Also, it might help to weigh the box first before finally sealing the box...a standard balikbayan box will carry approx only 32 kgs. Acutally, I have been travelling with NW for years and have brought more than 10 bozes to USA and have nevr been assessed for excess baggage weight...they allow excess of 2 kgs per box. And they also are very friendly and considerate of children or handicapped passengers.

As for handcarry luggage, just use the standard small size luggage sold in department stores...tell them it is the size for overhead bins and they all conform to the standard handcarry specs. In addition you can also bring a backpack instead of a handbag...it carries more and is easier to sling over the handcarry trolley luggage...remember you need to free your hands because this is a long haul flight and you want to store the handcarry and the backpack in the overhead storage compartment. And make sure you bring all the documents and x-ray film in the small handcarry trolley luggage which you may need at port of entry. Happy trip.
Maria

Hi everyone:)

How many days are the usual visa delivery process in the province like cagayan de oro? I had my interview last 24th of May, and i was tracking my case number today on delbros website....it still said that the shipment is still processed at the US Embassy. I hope i am not put on AR, although the consul didn't say that, but is there posibility that i get put on AR without informing me? or i think i am just excited to get my visa in hand that's why i'm thinking a lot of things right now.

I would not panic just yet. Remember that the 24th was Thursday....then one day and its a weekend. Monday was an Embassy holiday and then its only been 1 1/2 days again. In other words, working days, it has only been 2 1/2 total days, so I would give it more time before I worried. Delbros site sometimes is a little slow to update too. Keep checking and be patient. If you don't see any change by Friday, then I might start calling the Embassy, but its still early yet I think.

Scott (and Mirasol)

Thanks my dear sistah...im excited to be with my honey ko,lol!
Im all set, ready to go...



Thank you Mae, I know u will do good in your interview too. Im telling u after the interview thats the only time i feel like my life is back to normal. You'll have our prayers. Im already packed my things before my judgement day, see its not obvious how anxious iam, lol!
Goodluck Sis...

Guys just wanted to ask...some of our friends who has same interview of me (may 22) dont received their visa yet, is this normal?! They have their pink slip and paid delbros, and wasnt told by the CO " to wait till u hear from us" or asked for additional requirements, wondering what's going on...any input?!

Thanks!

Legend:
OK - Visa approved
AR - Admin Review/Add'l Docs Required
ME - Military Expedite
AO - Age-Out (Derivative approaching age 21)

Name..................NOA2....MNL REC'D..PACKET...INTERVIEW..MNL CASE#..STATUS..DELIVERED/#OF DAYS/PLACE DLVRD
K1 LIST

01..Skeeter211......01-17-07..02-27-07..04-02-07..05-03-07..2007-52xxxx..OK..May 11/08 days/Davao
02..chadandlira.....01-25-07..xx-xx-xx..04-02-07..05-09-07..2007-536xxx..OK..May 16/07 days/Gen. Santos
03..Honeysweet......02-01-07..02-20-07..xx-xx-xx..05-10-07..2007-540xxx..OK..??
04..chadmides.......02-12-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..05-17-07..2007-547xxx..OK..May 24/07 days/??
05..gracy_byron.....02-08-07..02-28-07..xx-xx-xx..05-18-07..2007-xxxxxx..OK..May 23/05 days/Pick up
06..joemaria........02-12-07..02-28-07..xx-xx-xx..05-22-07..2007-55xxxx..OK..May 28/06 days/Manila
07..Jeng............02-13-07..02-28-07..03-31-07..05-22-07..2007-554xxx..OK..May 28/06 days/Manila
08..imaskin.........02-21-07..xx-xx-xx..03-30-07..05-24-07..2007-xxxxxx..OK
09..princess sutil..02-20-07..xx-xx-xx..04-02-07..05-24-07..2007-xxxxxx

10..orion44.........02-22-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..06-05-07..2007-xxxxxx
11..David-MaeForev..02-27-07..03-14-07..xx-xx-xx..06-07-07..2007-564xxx
12..JeffK...........03-08-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..06-18-07..2007-573xxx

13..elmasguapo......12-15-06..01-08-07..xx-xx-xx..07-03-07..2006-xxxxxx
14..CountryBoy......03-29-07..04-23-07..xx-xx-xx..07-04-07..2007-608xxx
15..dave&evan.......04-12-07..04-25-07..xx-xx-xx..07-05-07..2007-60xxxx
16..trakon2002......04-05-07..xx-xx-xx..04-25-07..07-11-07..2007-613xxx
17..happyinlove.....04-14-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..07-11-07..2007-xxxxxx
18..C&M14...........05-03-07..xx-xx-xx..05-25-07..07-11-07..2007-62xxxx

19..rea.............05-01-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-xxxxxx
20..Anthony Julie...05-xx-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-63xxxx

K3 LIST
01..AnneiyandJacky..11-28-06..xx-xx-xx..02-27-07..04-17-07..2006-685xxx..AR..Co-sponsor

02..CherylandMike...02-05-07..02-26-07..05-03-07..05-16-07..2007-546xxx..OK..May 23/07 days/Cebu
03..Robor007........02-06-07..02-26-07..03-30-07..05-16-07..2007-546xxx..OK..May 23/07 days/??
04..jeffry..........02-07-07..02-26-07..xx-xx-xx..05-16-07..2007-546xxx..OK..May 18/02 days/??

05..luvbugs4ever....12-14-06..12-21-06..03-02-07..07-03-07..2006-8xxxxx
06..islandprincess..05-21-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-xxxxxx


IR-1/CR-1
Name.................NOA2.....CASE CMPLT..PACKET..INTERVIEW...MNL CASE#..STATUS

01..orimai..........10-16-06..03-08-07..02-19-07..05-30-07..2006-xxxxxx..
02..Gobruins........12-20-06..04-03-07..xx-xx-xx..05-23-07..2007-50xxxx..OK

03..crambajoy.......09-19-06..05-10-07..05-23-06..06-20-07..2007-xxxxxx
04..StarProg........12-28-06..05-10-07..xx-xx-xx..06-28-07..2007-508xxx

05..islandprincess..05-21-07..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..xx-xx-xx..2007-xxxxxx

glad to see you finally made it PW

Thank you Mae, I know u will do good in your interview too. Im telling u after the interview thats the only time i feel like my life is back to normal. You'll have our prayers. Im already packed my things before my judgement day, see its not obvious how anxious iam, lol!
Goodluck Sis...

Guys just wanted to ask...some of our friends who has same interview of me (may 22) dont received their visa yet, is this normal?! They have their pink slip and paid delbros, and wasnt told by the CO " to wait till u hear from us" or asked for additional requirements, wondering what's going on...any input?!

Thanks!
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My husband had his interview on May 22 and was given a pink slip.. he received his visa on May 25.. i guess he was just lucky?

can anybody recommed a travel agency for my husband's flight arrangements?

thanks guys

Hello Everyone,

What is Packet 3 and 4? Should I fill out anything from these and submit to US Embassy back? I want to do the shortcut (if there is).

Thank you.

Island_Princess

The Manila Embassy only issues Packet 4, which lists of required documents, applications, and guidance required for the visa interview and medical exam. You will also receive a paper copy of the DS-156 Nonimmigrant K1 Visa Application (that must be completed online), DS-156K Nonimmigrant Fiancé(e) Visa Application, DS-157 Supplemental Nonimmigrant Visa Application, I-134 Affidavit of Support, as well as the Appointment Letter that has the Beneficiary's visa interview date and medical exam appointment listed. Please review the Manila Embassy K1 Visa Guide # 2 (the link is within my signature).

Cheers!!!

Sheriff Uling

p.s. - My apologies for the update. I decided to give you a full answer instead of the fluffed response that I initially typed. Everything that I underlined is what the beneficiary will (should) receive. Fortunately it's all available online with the exception of the Appointment Letter. By the by, there are no shortcuts beyond a Military Expedite (ME), which still requires all the forms and the medical exam to be completed before the visa can be issued.

I think our interview is next!!! This Tuesday at 7:00.

And ours two days after, Thursday at 7:00 too! This is really getting exciting, isn't it Rick?

Here's to our successful interviews!!!

Yes it is! Mae, I keep looking at your signature and subtracting two days from it so I know when she's going in to her interview. Only five days!! Let's get those visas! Mharis tells me you are as prepared as me, we spend a lot of time here on VJ. That's good. Going into the interview we can have some confidence that our paperwork is in order.

five days! Seven days!

Good luck to both of you!!!! Our prayers are with you!

Scott (and Mirasol)

We really really wish you both the best - at the interview and after.

Bill and Joan

@orion44,

Yeah, it really helps a lot being here in VJ all the time. So far, my paperwork is looking good and just needs some double checking, which I'd do 2 days before my interview. I hope Mharis and I will both make it through.

@Scott and Mirasol... Joan and Bill,

Thanks guys! We need your prayers so badly!



Mae

HELLO GUYS! PW please update my timeline. INterview on May 24, 07. APPROVED! I received SMS from Delbros that they will deliver tomorrow. YUHOOOO I will fly to DC on June 7! Im happy finally I will be with mah baby forever! Thanks!


PLS. Click the link for my interview experience. http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=70953

Hello PW... I see your chart has our 'Place Delivered' listed as ?? so I wanted to let you know Lina's place was in Metro Manila - Mandaluyong City to be exact.

Congrats to all the recent approvals and good luck to those who are waiting now.

Yes, thanks everyone. Okay, I'm starting to get into my narrow focus now. Almost out the chute. Woohoo! And Congratulations Princess Sutil, I'm happy for you.

Mae, I feel some visas coming!

Well Mirasol left for Davao this AM at 3AM for an early morning flight to Manila. She sent me a text message that her plane landed safely in Manila. She will travel to the CFO office to get her sticker and then back to the airport to make the long wait for her flight to SFO tonight. In just a hair over 24 hours from now, my sweetheart will be arriving here in the States...WOOOHOOO!!!!

Poor girl is so tired and beat. She could not sleep last night just thinking about the trip and also sadness of leaving her family behind. She is so excited to come be with me in one breath and so sad and crying in the next breath because she will miss her family so much. I wished I was there to hold her and comfort her. I felt so helpless here and unable to do anything but offer some supportive words. I hope the homesickness will pass in time.

Speaking of support, thank you again to all those that helped us reach success. I really learned a lot from this website and the people here. We were successful because of all of you.

Take care and God bless!

Scott (and Mirasol....soon to be in the USA!)