US Immigration from Philippines

Hi!

Context: I filed for extension two days before the tax deadline of April 15, 2025. I was able to file my taxes with a CPA after the deadline, but since we're filing jointly and my wife is applying for an ITIN, and the ITIN won't be fully processed until many weeks from now....

Question: Should I still report that I filed for extension to the NVC?

My fianc e went to her Interview Appointment at the Manila Embassy on 7/15. At the first stage, her documents were checked and two mistakes found.

1. Incorrect father's middle initial on CENOMAR & damaged birth certificate.

2. She was given a yellow slip with a checklist, instructed to acquire the updated documents, and reschedule the appointment.

Two questions:

Once she gets the updated documents:

1) Does she need to do VAC/Biometrics again first, and the Counselor Appointment second? Or straight to Counselor Appointment? The usvisascheduling website has not populated the appointment schedule, yet, when it does, maybe that will answer my question.

2) The yellow checklist has two QR codes, "Scanning and Uploading Instructions" and "Rescheduling and Register Delivery Address". We have never used the CEAC system to upload any docs. Our email from NVC in response to Inquiry Request back in May stated document submission was not required for this type of case. Since it was not required in the past, it is probably still not required, correct? She just needs to bring the physical documents?

Please help with what to do when the medical expires because the visa is still processing to be delivered. The interview was approved on 7/1/25. No visa yet 14 days later. Medical expires 7/22. What do we do after the medical expires. Are there visa application expenses along with updating medical. What do we need and steps to follow. Your information will be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Hi! If my "Current Annual Household Income" is above HHS Poverty Guidelines ($40000) but my total income is less than half the HHS Poverty Guideline for all three recent years, should I be concerned?

Or should I find a joint sponsor?

Hi all,

(Sorry if this isn't the right forum)

My wife entered the US on her IR-1 visa on June 15 from the Philippines, but as of yet I didn't pay the fee for her permanent resident card to be mailed to her due to financial reasons. This coming week I will pay, but I'm just wondering if there will be any issues due to the delay?

She has her social security card/number already. I pay on the USCIS website correct? Thanks!