Our petition has been received by the US Embassy in Manila and we didnt have to pay $18.00 to call the embassy to get such information. Petitioner can call directly the Department of State (202)663-1225 Press 1, press 0, press 0 to inquire if your petition is already in Manila. Be ready with the case number. To get the interview date ahead, call the DOS also. Hope this info helps. $18.00 is not too much but , if we can call free then the better
Goodluck everyone
Joe and Myla
