US Immigration from Philippines

You can read it if you like. It's all public access.

https://casetext.com/case/schwartz-v-united-states-dept-of-homeland-sec

Hello everyone,

I was wondering is someone can help me with my dilemma, I am in the process of applying for my adjustment of status and unfortunately, my husband is currently unemployed. His dad is willing to help us but I dont know if he should fill up I-864 (same as my husband) or I-864A since we all live in the same house and my husband will be using his income and assets.

I was wondering if any of you have the same experience and would love to hear your ideas/advice on this matter.

Saint Luke's Extension Clinic just announced MANDATORY completion of COVID vaccination before any medical will be issued in the Philippines. Pretty much putting to rest any speculation about what COVID vaccine policy will be going forward. No vaccine, no medical report. If it is a two dose vaccine both doses must be completed on schedule for a medical report to be issued.

There is also a new requirement for a negative RT-PCR test prior to any medical examination being done so that is another added expense. They do not mention the option of a much cheaper, faster antigen test. Coincidentally, Saint Luke's Extension Clinic is offering RT-PCR testing for a fee.

Not a concern to us as my wife did already get her vaccine and we have good documentation of that fact. However, I imagine some folks will be freaking out at this development.

https://slec.ph/

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ANNOUNCEMENT
Posted Wednesday, September 15, 2021

As per US CDC and Department of State, COVID 19 is classified as Class A, Inadmissible Medical Condition beginning October 1, 2021:

• For the safety of all staff and US visa applicants, a negative RT PCR test will be required to be presented prior to their medical examination. Tests should be done within 3 days of the medical appointment and at an accredited reputable laboratory.

RT PCR testing will be available onsite at SLEC-Ermita with results available within 24 hours and applicants are encourage to schedule their tests one day before their medical appointment date.

• Applicants with signs and symptoms of COVID-19 or recent exposure to a possible COVID 19 case will not be allowed to proceed with their medical appointment and will be required to undergo a repeat RT-PCR test.

If positive, applicants are required to complete the mandatory isolation and quarantine periods:

• 10 days from the time of a (+) RT PCR test for mild-moderate cases or 21 days for severe cases

• 14 days for close contacts of active cases

• COVID-19 vaccination is also now included in the required immunization for US visa applicants and must be completed before their medical reports can be completed.

Applicants who received COVID-19 vaccines requiring 2 doses (e.g. Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Moderna, Sinovac, Sinopharm, Gamaleya) will receive other required vaccines on or after their 2nd COVID -19 vaccine dose.

Applicants are advised to schedule their medical examination with this in mind - either schedule the medical exam after their 2nd COVID-19 vaccine dose or have their medical exam in between the COVID-19 vaccination and wait for the 2nd dose to complete other required U.S. age-appropriate immunization.

Hey Folks,

I can't be the only one who has found that the link to the "example" for #5 of the Assembling the I-129F Package: Checklist is a dead link. Is there an actual example we can refer to?

Thanks!

Kawika

USCIS just formally released their actual COVID-19 vaccination policy manual update here https://www.uscis.gov/sites/default/files/document/policy-manual-updates/20210914-COVIDVaccinationRequirement.pdf