DS-160 filing questions - K1 and K2 Manila to USA

[REO-Sparks 1]

K1 with three K2s for Manila to USA

 

We are currently waiting on our NOA2 for our K1 Visa for Manila. We have three children that will accompany us from the Philippines to USA as K2.

Has anyone recently completed this process with children? If so can you reply about your experiences. Also about arrival with children in the USA.

 

Specifically, I understand that only 15 years old and up need to attend the interview. Is this correct? Our children are 9, 10, and 15.

  The DS-160s...  Do I need to rill out a separate DS-160 for each child and the Beneficiary too? For some reason I thought that when you added children to the Beneficiary's DS-160 that the form then allowed continued filing out of three more forms all linked and to be submitted at once? Where did I get this idea? Also then I assume there is a separate DS-160 (Visa) fee for each of the children and beneficiary, i.e. times 4. Currently we have the DS-160 filled out to the "Review" section after the "photo". We do not intend to actually submit it until we have the NOA2 as I think I am seeing recommended on this forum. So did I miss something where the children's forms should be linked together for one submission?

 

Also can someone please explain about arrival in the USA. Will I, The sponsor Fiance, be able to go through the same immigration/customs line to help with the children. I'm sure they will be all wound up from the excitement. Perhaps I need to break out this into a separate question here on the forum. If so then mention that and I will. Also I seem to be unable to figure out how to post to the specific Philippine forum.

 

Regards

Erlin and Floyd

 

[rbv_shard 22]

4 minutes ago, REO-Sparks said:

Wow I am surprised that there are absolutely zero responses. Would it be possible to post this somewhere else where it might be seen?

I don't see anything in your question that should have a Philippines-specific answer.  Maybe the part about whether teenagers should be at the interview.  Probably would have gotten more attention if it hadn't been moved here to the Regional forums.

Regarding entry logistics, I've seen overwhelming mentions on other sites that you'll be able to go through immigration and customs as a family if you arrived on the same flight, using either the lines for US residents or other passport holders.  Just don't try to use a Global Entry line.

[REO-Sparks 1]

I have been unable to find the information I need to complete the DS-160 application. I understand I will wait to submit it until I have the number from Manila to put on it.

I have been able to complete the DS-160 for my Fiance beneficiary, still un-submitted. I indicated there are three children traveling with her/us to the USA.

Again I have not  yet submitted it.

What I need to know is how to link the children's DS-160s to her DS-160. It is not showing any place to continue on to fill out their DS-160s. 

Please someone that has completed this let me know how it works.

Regards

Sparks

[Edward and Jaycel 2,226]

8 minutes ago, REO-Sparks said:

I have been unable to find the information I need to complete the DS-160 application. I understand I will wait to submit it until I have the number from Manila to put on it.

I have been able to complete the DS-160 for my Fiance beneficiary, still un-submitted. I indicated there are three children traveling with her/us to the USA.

Again I have not  yet submitted it.

What I need to know is how to link the children's DS-160s to her DS-160. It is not showing any place to continue on to fill out their DS-160s. 

Please someone that has completed this let me know how it works.

Regards

Sparks

 

@maryaaaa can you provide any details on this from your experience?

[REO-Sparks 1]

We are currently waiting on our NOA2 for our K1. We have three children that will accompany us to USA as K2.

Has anyone recently completed this process with children? If so can you reply about your experiences. Also about arrival with children in the USA.

 

  The DS-160s...  Do I need to rill out a separate DS-160 for each child and the Beneficiary too? For some reason I thought that when you added children to the Beneficiary's DS-160, that the form then allowed continued filing out of three more forms all linked and to be submitted at once? Where did I get this idea? Also then I assume there is a separate DS-160 (Visa) fee for each of the children and beneficiary, i.e. times 4. Currently we have the DS-160 filled out to the "Review" section after the "photo". (Beneficiary photo accepted) We do not intend to actually submit it until we have the NVA as I think I am seeing recommended on this forum. So did I miss something where the children's forms should be linked together for one submission?

 

Also can someone please explain about arrival in the USA. Will I, The sponsor Fiance, be able to go through the same immigration/customs line to help with the children. I'm sure they will be all wound up from the excitement. Perhaps I need to break out this into a separate question here on the forum. If so then mention that and I will. Also I seem to be unable to figure out how to post to the specific Philippine forum. Specifically, I understand that only 15 years old and up need to attend the interview. Is this correct? Our children are 9, 10, and 15.

 

Regards

Erlin and Floyd

[TBoneTX 48,142]

Yet another thread has been merged into this one.  Please post further only in this thread.

[TBoneTX 48,142]

Merged thread is moved back to the K-1 Process forum.

[REO-Sparks 1]

Thank you so very much!!

Hopefully I get some answers there as my original post moved to phillipines has gone about 2 weeks with no answers at all!!

 

Again appreciate it!

 

Sparks

 

[REO-Sparks 1]

And this was a DS-160 question

Is there not a forum directly for the DS-160 application? I thought that was where I posted it. Was that incorrect?????

 

[TBoneTX 48,142]

Your queries are fine here.  It's frustrating, but be patient -- folks will be along to help.

[pushbrk 13,920]

On 10/2/2025 at 6:32 AM, REO-Sparks said:

K1 with three K2s for Manila to USA

 

We are currently waiting on our NOA2 for our K1 Visa for Manila. We have three children that will accompany us from the Philippines to USA as K2.

Has anyone recently completed this process with children? If so can you reply about your experiences. Also about arrival with children in the USA.

 

Specifically, I understand that only 15 years old and up need to attend the interview. Is this correct? Our children are 9, 10, and 15.

  The DS-160s...  Do I need to rill out a separate DS-160 for each child and the Beneficiary too? For some reason I thought that when you added children to the Beneficiary's DS-160 that the form then allowed continued filing out of three more forms all linked and to be submitted at once? Where did I get this idea? Also then I assume there is a separate DS-160 (Visa) fee for each of the children and beneficiary, i.e. times 4. Currently we have the DS-160 filled out to the "Review" section after the "photo". We do not intend to actually submit it until we have the NOA2 as I think I am seeing recommended on this forum. So did I miss something where the children's forms should be linked together for one submission?

 

Also can someone please explain about arrival in the USA. Will I, The sponsor Fiance, be able to go through the same immigration/customs line to help with the children. I'm sure they will be all wound up from the excitement. Perhaps I need to break out this into a separate question here on the forum. If so then mention that and I will. Also I seem to be unable to figure out how to post to the specific Philippine forum.

 

Regards

Erlin and Floyd

 

So, first understand words mean things. You say, "We have three children...".  For K2 visas, they must be HER natural children. If YOU are the father, that changes everything.  Please clarify.

 

Assuming you are not the father of any of these children, you wait for the I-129F to be approved and to hear from Manila.  Then yes, each person seeking a visa will need a visa application.  That's what the DS160 is.  Adding them to the petition opens a door to them all to apply for visas.  Each will need a medical exam and maybe some vaccinations.  None of that can be done until the visa applications and fees have been submitted.

 

Since everybody will be in Manila, you can bring all to the interview, but even the 15 year old may not be asked any questions.  Note also that each will need their own supporting documents, such as birth certificates. Only your fiancee needs an NBI report unless the 15 year old becomes 16 before the interview.

[REO-Sparks 1]

Thank you so much for your reply and information! Yes her children. Mine by choice!

Regards

Sparks

Edited 12 hours ago by REO-Sparks

[TBoneTX 48,142]

You can always listen to pushbrk.

For clarity, tell us whether the children are "hers" or you're the father of any of them.

[REO-Sparks 1]

Children are hers. Mine by choice!