Questions regarding schedule for medical exam and interview

[Jack&Maria 5]

Hello fellow Vj Members,

We got our NOA2 on Nov. 19, 2012 and my fiance called the USCIS on Nov. 30, 2012, saying that they received the packet. The USCIS gave my fiance our MNL case number.

Here are some of my concerns:

1. Can I have my medical exam even without the appointment letter from the US Embassy in Manila?

2. Can I have an appointment for the visa interview online (after paying the BPI)even I didn't receive any letter from the Embassy such as the packet 3 and packet 4?

I really need help!!!

[Josteve 2]

Hello fellow Vj Members,

We got our NOA2 on Nov. 19, 2012 and my fiance called the USCIS on Nov. 30, 2012, saying that they received the packet. The USCIS gave my fiance our MNL case number.

Here are some of my concerns:

1. Can I have my medical exam even without the appointment letter from the US Embassy in Manila?

2. Can I have an appointment for the visa interview online (after paying the BPI)even I didn't receive any letter from the Embassy such as the packet 3 and packet 4?

I really need help!!!

Yes you can have your appointment interview even if u ddnt receive ur packet 3 & 4,this can be done online or by phone after paying at BPI but wait till noon b4 you can do it so that ur payment will be generated.I made my appointment online and it was hassle free. I tried calling the embassy twice but always busy.Then make sure you print the appointment letter (2 copies )coz u needed for your medical.It is always good to have ur medical 2 weeks ahead before your interview date so that in any case there will be problem on your medical results, you have enough time.You can do registration online for your medical in order for you to save time when u arrive at ST.LUKES.

[SteveKarlaMayer 21]

Hello fellow Vj Members,

We got our NOA2 on Nov. 19, 2012 and my fiance called the USCIS on Nov. 30, 2012, saying that they received the packet. The USCIS gave my fiance our MNL case number.

Here are some of my concerns:

1. Can I have my medical exam even without the appointment letter from the US Embassy in Manila?

2. Can I have an appointment for the visa interview online (after paying the BPI)even I didn't receive any letter from the Embassy such as the packet 3 and packet 4?

I really need help!!!

Congrats!

1.) Most cases I've heard had their appointment letters being shown to the SLMCEC's guard. I think they will look for it.

2.) Yes. Better to pay your visa on the morning so you could manage to make an online appointment by afternoon. Packet 3 and 4 are not really necessary. Just present your NOA2 and your appointment letter during the interview in case they will look for it.

God bless and wish you the best.

[toastedpancake 15]

Hello fellow Vj Members,

We got our NOA2 on Nov. 19, 2012 and my fiance called the USCIS on Nov. 30, 2012, saying that they received the packet. The USCIS gave my fiance our MNL case number.

Here are some of my concerns:

1. Can I have my medical exam even without the appointment letter from the US Embassy in Manila?

2. Can I have an appointment for the visa interview online (after paying the BPI)even I didn't receive any letter from the Embassy such as the packet 3 and packet 4?

I really need help!!!

Congrats on your Noa2 )

1. yes you can as long as you have your case number already

2. yes, 6 hours after paying at BPI you can set an appointment online. No need to wait for those packets, just search what packet 3 and 4 all about

Goodluck!!!

[Jack&Maria 5]

Thank you for the replies fellow VJ members!

its really a big help from all your answers you gave me today!

[Jack&Maria 5]

So in this case fellow VJ members, I can pay the visa fee through BPI.

I have concerns in question NO. 1.

If there is no Appointment letter from the Embassy or Instruction letter from the National Visa Center, can I still have the medical exam?I am worried that I will go in St. Lukes Extension

Clinic, they will not allow me to have the medical exam because I don't have complete docs such as the two docs I've mentioned above..

[Tahoma 2,292]

So in this case fellow VJ members, I can pay the visa fee through BPI.

I have concerns in question NO. 1.

If there is no Appointment letter from the Embassy or Instruction letter from the National Visa Center, can I still have the medical exam?I am worried that I will go in St. Lukes Extension

Clinic, they will not allow me to have the medical exam because I don't have complete docs such as the two docs I've mentioned above..

Now that you have your MNL case number, you can pay your visa application fee at BPI.

When you schedule your Embassy interview online, you will print out two copies of your interview appointment confirmation. You will use one copy of your interview appointment confirmation to be admitted into St. Lukes for your medical.

Don't forget to pre-register on St. Lukes website for your medical. It will save time on the day of your medical.

Here is the Embassy's letter which tells you that you are eligible to schedule an interview and gives you interview preparation instructions: Link to USEM interview preparation instructions. Don't wait around for the Embassy to send you this letter because you could be waiting forever.

[Penguin_ie 5,994]

*** Moving from K3 spousal visa forum to Philippines regional as question about K1/ embassy specific issues ****

[Hank_ 9,174]

Hello fellow Vj Members,

We got our NOA2 on Nov. 19, 2012 and my fiance called the USCIS on Nov. 30, 2012, saying that they received the packet. The USCIS gave my fiance our MNL case number.

Here are some of my concerns:

1. Can I have my medical exam even without the appointment letter from the US Embassy in Manila?

2. Can I have an appointment for the visa interview online (after paying the BPI)even I didn't receive any letter from the Embassy such as the packet 3 and packet 4?

I really need help!!!

SLEC wants to see the confirmation page for scheduling your appointment - either from online or calling and waiting for them to mail you a confirmation letter. (read the requirements on the SLEC website)

There is NOT as packet 3 or 4 mailed out for K-1. Everything is done online.

Manila Embassy:

NOW THAT YOU HAVE YOUR MNL # (don't need to wait for the letter from the embassy )

(NOTE: When getting NSO certified copies of your Birth Certificate get 4 - 6 extra copies for bringing to the States with you. You will need them from time to time)

http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3023.html

Once you have your MNL # :

You can pay your nonimmigrant visa application fee with cash or debit card at any Bank of Philippine Islands. Before going to the bank, you must print the applicable U.S. visa application deposit slip available below on this page. Take the printed deposit slip with you to pay your fee. If you print a deposit slip in advance of the day in which you plan to make your payment, please take note of the expiration date on the deposit slip. If the expiration date passes prior to using the slip to make your payment, simply return to this site and re-click the appropriate link below to generate a new deposit slip. Bank agents will NOT accept payments based on expired deposit slips. Upon receiving of your payment, bank will issue you a receipt. Save your receipt. It cannot be replaced if it is lost. You will not be able to schedule an appointment without your receipt number.

http://ustraveldocs.com/ph/ph-niv-paymentinfo.asp

Select the deposit slip that matches your visa application fee from the list below. Values are shown in U.S. dollars and native currency. This page has more information about the different visa application fees.

http://ustraveldocs.com/ph/ph-niv-visafeeinfo.asp

For K-1 the fee is $240

After you have paid the visa application fee, keep the BANK receipt for your records. It cannot be replaced if it is lost. You will not be able to schedule an appointment without your receipt number.

If you have an account with either Bank of Philippine Islands (BPI) or BancNet you may choose to pay your visa application fee online using their online bill pay services. Click on either of the links below if you are a BPI or BancNet customer and wish to make an online payment.

If you are paying for more than one applicant, please DO NOT make a lump sum payment for all the applicants. A UID/receipt number is required for each visa application fee payment for EACH applicant for scheduling an appointment. After you have paid the visa application fee, please keep the fee receipt for your records.

Receipt Format

Note: If you have a Bank of Philippine Islands receipt, your fee receipt number should be your passport number. If something other than your passport number appears in the circled area on the graphic, use that information as your receipt number. This receipt number verifies your payment and allows you to schedule your visa interview

When scheduling online with the embassy you need to use the receipt number as shown on the payment receipt from BPI.

Priorty Date; this is the date the NOA 1 was accepted.

Make sure to print two copies of the interview confirmation page as you will need one for St. Luke's and the other (maybe, they might mail the interview letter) for the embassy.

(open all of these links then save them to your bookmarks so you have them for easy access)

Embassy Letter:

http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/Revised%20K1%20Instruction%20Packet%20_3__rtf2_005.pdf

(Tagalog) http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/K1instructionTag%20rtf3%20_2__rtf2_007.pdfhttp://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/K1instructionTag%20rtf3%20_2__rtf2_007.pdf

(The DS-156 can be difficult to complete sometimes, if you have issues try a different browser.)

http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ph/

Embassy (Manila) Phone Number (and email)

(632) 301-2000, extension 5184 or 5185 (local number: USEM 301-2000 loc 5184/5185 call them around 3-4:30pm)

** (214) 571-1600 or (646) 254-3546 (these are USA numbers)

NEW EMAIL ADDRESS

In order to serve our visa applicants more efficiently, we have created this new e-mail address: IVMNLAppointments@state.gov , for early appointment requests and visa scheduling issues. Please note, however, that early appointment requests will be approved on a case to case basis (i.e., aging out cases, or in cases involving personal or medical emergencies), and only if visa interview slots are available.

For other immigrant and K visa concerns, please send an e-mail to IVManilaReplies@state.gov

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To enable us to electronically sort the messages and provide better, more timely responses, you should follow the instructions below.

The subject line of your email should indicate the visa applicant’s last name, first and middle name (ex. DOE, John James), case number/USCIS receipt number, visa category and priority date.

Messages should be limited to 500 characters or less. The mail size should not be more than 15 KB.

Do not submit documentation or attachments with your message as our system is unable to receive inquiries with attachments.

Do not send your inquiry more than once as duplicate inquiries will congest our system and delay our response time.

************ INTERVIEW DAY: Remember no electronics are allowed in the embassy; no cell phones, no cameras, no memory stiks. And no food. **************

TRACK YOUR VISA/PASSPORT AT THE EMBASSY

Here is a link for requirements for receiving your passport with the visa, there are also options for tracking the status of your visa/passport is currently. You can also change delivery options.

http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ph/ph-niv-passportretrieve.asp#trackingoptions

2GO CUSTOMER SERVICE FOR CHECKING DELIVERY

2Go customer service hotline (+632) 5287-136 is available Monday to Friday 8:00 am to 7:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

TRACK YOUR PASSPORT/VISA THROUGH 2GO

http://supplychain.2go.com.ph/CustomerSupport/etrace/index.asp Enter your MNL number or passport number or UID number off the embassy confirmation letter (online confirmation page by bar code).

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St. Luke's:

(GUYS if you are in the Phils with your Fiancee before the medical NO contact until AFTER St. Luke's is completed - as in KEEP IT IN YOUR PANTS)

http://www.slec.ph/us-visa-applicants.shtml#required-docs

Have copies of passport bio page, confirmation page from scheduling interview online at embassy (or if the embassy mails a confirmation letter bring a copy of that), and of course the 2X2 photos. (copy of annulment is asked for at times)

PREREGISTER at St. Luke's website, it saves time when you arrive. http://www.slec.ph/us/registration/

CFO:

ALL exiting required to attend. There have been changes regarding CFO so for sure read through their website.

Update: Please check the schedule of the counseling session before proceeding to CFO because it is country-specific and the slots are limited only to 15 per session (exception: Tuesday & Thursday mornings there are 30 slots). It is on a first-come-first-serve basis.

CFO Online Registration Form: http://www.cfo.gov.ph/pdf/downloadable%20forms/registrationform.pdf Complete this and print a couple copies to bring to the CFO seminar, it will save you time.

http://www.philembassy.no/sites/default/files/downloads/new_gcp_flyer.pdf

http://www.cfo.gov.ph/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=1348:fiancee-spouses-and-other-partners-of-foreign-nationals&catid=140

Required documents & "OTHER DOCUMENTS" they ask for at CFO: copies of; CENOMAR, certified birth certificate, bio page of passport, visa page from passport, pictures together. From USC - bio page of passport, birth certificate, divorce decree (if been married before) are the most common requests. The "other documents" clause can be ANYTHING with those nit-wits at CFO.

** From the Family Code of the Philippines: it's 21-25 years old for advice and 18-21 years old for consent. (Some are posted on VJ that they were not asked for this, yet others have been asked, so be prepared)

Art. 14. In case either or both of the contracting parties, not having been emancipated by a previous marriage, are between the ages of eighteen and twenty-one, they shall, in addition to the requirements of the preceding articles, exhibit to the local civil registrar, the consent to their marriage of their father, mother, surviving parent or guardian, or persons having legal charge of them, in the order mentioned. Such consent shall be manifested in writing by the interested party, who personally appears before the proper local civil registrar, or in the form of an affidavit made in the presence of two witnesses and attested before any official authorized by law to administer oaths. The personal manifestation shall be recorded in both applications for marriage license, and the affidavit, if one is executed instead, shall be attached to said applications. (61a)

Art. 15. Any contracting party between the age of twenty-one and twenty-five shall be obliged to ask their parents or guardian for advice upon the intended marriage. If they do not obtain such advice, or if it be unfavorable, the marriage license shall not be issued till after three months following the completion of the publication of the application therefor.A sworn statement by the contracting parties to the effect that such advice has been sought,together with the written advice given, if any, shall be attached to the application for marriage license. Should the parents or guardian refuse to give any advice, this fact shall be stated in the sworn statement.

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Travel Fees:

Exit Fee for all those immigrating: 1620 Php (currently) Can be paid at the airport if its not included with the purchase of your airline ticket.

Airport Fee: 550 Php (currently)

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