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Hi Anne and Bret
Here are the hospitals that I was able to research in Tagum and Davao. I would suggest calling them and explaining the lump. They can set an appointment to come in for a check up and exam. Remember this is the Philippines you need to find out what the cost will be and its cash in hand unless she has medical coverage.
Tagum Doctors Hospital, Inc.
National Highway 54,
Barangay Visayan Village, Tagum City
Telephone Nos. (084) 217-3775 / 218-2309 / 218-3132
Telefax No. (084) 218-2309
Davao Doctors Hospital Oncology Center
Davao Doctors Hospital
118 E. Quirino Avenue
Davao City, Philippines
Contact Numbers:
Telephone No (082) 221-2101
Telephone No (082) 222-8000
Here is VJ'ers post on St. Luke’s Medical Exam Walkthrough Click here
Medical Examination for U.S. Immigrant Visa Applicants
15 years and older - color="#006400"]USD 213.35 / PhP 9,387.50[/color]
St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic does not accept cheque or credit card payments. Fees must be paid in Philippine Pesos at the prevailing exchange rate. Exchange rates are provided by the U.S. Embassy Manila on a weekly basis.
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the lipoma suggestion was a great help and we both feel thats what is. Saying to pray and hope for best kind of ticks me off!
I apologize
if my words sound insensitive and not of the medical advice you wanted to hear. All I was saying is that a little prayer and going to the doctor will help the mind body and soul. If my wishes and advice is unwarranted I will not give further advice.
Again, may your fiancee get the doctor's prognosis and get a diagnosis on what the lump is.
God Bless you and your...
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:dance: :dance: :dance: Congratulations!!!
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I would have her see a doctor ASAP. This will help to avoid any delays later when she needs to do her medical at St. Luke's Medical Center Extension Clinic (SLEC). Prayer is best at this time and getting ahead of this now could save her and yourself a lot of worrying and headache.
Good Luck and Good Bless!!
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Hi PaulRit
Do not wait on the USEM Manila too send the packet to you. You will be waiting for nothing!!
Go to the Link and download the packet form.
http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3224.html
Let me know if you have any additional questions
Good Luck and God Bless!!
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Philippines Specific Immigration/Emigration Requirements
http://www.visajourney.com/wiki/index.php/Philippines_Specific_Immigration/Emigration_Requirements
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The " y " in between the name is from the Spanish convention. Meaning your first middle and last name.
Example Name: Christian Dolores Santana
NBI will place : Christian Dolores y Santana
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St. Mary Euphrasia Foundation - Center for Overseas Workers.
CFO (Commission on Filipinos Overseas) Information.
CFO Seminar is a 1 day seminar and process.
She will need to register for her seminar.
CFO is to inform fipinos about the country they are traveling to. The Good, Bad and Ugly. They will ask her some questions and issue her CFO sticker and seminar certificate.
Requirements for Registration:
Original and photocopy of Passport;
Original and photocopy of visa;
Original and photocopy of Immigrant Data Summary for US bound/ Confirmation of Permanent Residence for Canada bound/ Certification of Eligibility (for Japan-bound);
Original CFO guidance and counseling certificate;
Duly completed emigrant registration form; and
Payment of the authorized registration fee.
Requirements for Attendance to Guidance and Counseling Program
Two (2) valid identification cards (IDs) with photograph; (Postal ID, NBI Clearance, Passport w/ Visa)
Duly completed guidance and counseling form;
http://www.cfo.gov.ph/pdf/downloadable%20forms/overseasbasedemigrantform.pdf
If married, certified true copy and photocopy of marriage contract on security paper from the National Statistics Office, or Local Civil Registry Offices; or original and photocopy of marriage contract duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/ Consulate (if married abroad)
Other documents as may be required by the counselors; and
Payment of P250.00 counseling fee.
If you fiancee is under 25 yrs. She will need a written consent letter from her parents or a parent will need to be there with her to give consent of there child's marriage.
> If you are between the ages of 21-24, CFO may require you to submit a letter of parental advice to marry.
> If you are between the ages of 18-20, CFO may require you to submit a letter of parental consent to marry.
Here's why you didn't see anything on the CFO website about those requirements:
The following is from the CFO website:
Requirements for Attendance to Guidance and Counseling Program
Two (2) valid identification cards (IDs) with photograph;
Duly completed guidance and counseling form;
If married, certified true copy and photocopy of marriage contract on security paper from the National Statistics Office, or Local Civil Registry Offices; or original and photocopy of marriage contract duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/ Consulate (if married abroad)
Other documents as may be required by the counselors <-----------------------------
Payment of P250.00 counseling fee.
CFO link.
The following forms may come in handy:
Sworn statement that advice of parents or guardian has been asked. (for those who are 21-24 years old)
Consent to marriage of a person under age. (for those who are 18-20 years old)
Marriage applicants who are age 18 to 21 must have parental consent in writing, those age 21 to 25 must have written parental advice (a written indication that the parents are aware of the couple's intent to marry). The revised Family Code of the Philippines, which took effect on August 4, 1988, prohibits marriage for individuals below the age of 18.
U.S. Department of State link.
The quote above is from the section where they are talking about getting married in the Philippines. However, the CFO has been known to require parental advice or parental consent from K-1ers.
It's all on the Consular's discretion whether they require consent from a parent or guardian.
SMEF-Center for Overseas Workers
Good Shepherd Convent
1043 Aurora Boulevard
Quezon City 1108
Philippines
Once CFO seminar is completed, you’re done. Book the Flight!!
You will need to pay a NAIA International Departure Fee: PHP 750 mandatory at NAIA.
Good Luck and God bless!!!
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Congrats on pass the medical with flying colors!!!
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I wonder sometimes about this so called Visa Lawyers!!
The Visa process can be done by you the petitioner and beneficiary. My personal take on this is, Visa lawyers are only need when you have a extreme case. When your from a watch list country (terrorist countries) or have a complicated past with marriage, arrest, huge age difference.
You only need to do your due diligence and research. Visa Journey website has a gold mine of information and answers available for you for free. Not only that, you have other in the same boat with different stages of experience in the Visa process. Take advantage of the information and resources at your finger tips!!
I would suggest dumping the lawyers and save yourself a ton of money. They are doing the same things you would do but for a premium on your dime!! Unless your super busy and don't have the time. Then stick with the Visa Lawyers.
If you need any help or information, myself and VJ'ers are here to help you through this
Any questions Just ask and someone will definitely answer you.
Good Luck and God Bless
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You can see the required documents and ID's need on the DFA website.
http://dfa.gov.ph/main/index.php/consular-services/passport/passport
http://dfa.gov.ph/main/index.php/consular-services/passport/passport-appointment
NSO Birth Certificate
https://www.ecensus.com.ph/Secure/OnlineApplication.aspx#
Click on " Request Now "
You can also request for your CENOMAR on this same website.
Postal ID
You can get it at the Post Office of your town or city
Requirements:
1. Residence Certificate (Cedula)
2. Brgy. Clearance
3. 2pcs 2x2 ID pictures
4. P300.oo
Your postal ID will be released in a few minutes or a couple of hours
NBI Clearance
How to apply for an NBI Clearance
Get an application form (FPC – Finger Print Card) at the distributor’s desk
Proceed to fill up area
Submit your filled up application to
Step 1 – Data Check
Proceed to applicant’s lane near the entrance
Step 2 – Payment for application inside the processing area
Step 3 – Fingerprinting
Step 4 – Image Capture
Step 5 – Data Entry – Quick Search
All applications with no hit remarks proceed to releasing section
All applications with hit remarks schedule for release
Travel Abroad, Immigration Req., Visa Seaman, Marriage Requirement – P115.00
What are the requirements?
2 Valid ID’s, original copy of old NBI clearance if you are renewing, and your presence. You need to go there in person because they need take a photo of you and your fingerprints.
What are considered valid I.D.’s?
Voter’s I.D., Postal I.D., SSS I.D., GSIS I.D., PRC License , Driver’s License, Company I.D, Valid Passport, ACR (for aliens), Senior Citizen I.D., Philhealth I.D., Student ID
Other ID's
Baptismal Certificate with dry seal
School Form 137 or Transcript of Records with dry seal
Good Luck and Good Bless!!
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We went to the Social Security Administration today (December 28, 2011) to apply for my K-1 Wife's Social Security Number. We had all the necessary documents including the marriage certificate. We were told that the Social Security card would have to be issued in her name as shown on the VISA unless we first changed her name to her married name by recording our marriage certificate with the Department of Homeland Security.
My wife files for her Social Security two weeks after arriving here in New York. We received the card in 5 days. We are now married and will submit for name change on the Social Security card to her married name now. I am wondering if you can just submit with her maiden name then wait to receive the social security card. Then submit a name change to her married name. Total process should take from 10 - 14 days but I suggest calling Social Security Administration for detailed information and options.
Social Security representative between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. If you are deaf or hard of hearing, call our toll-free TTY number, 1-800-325-0778, between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m. Monday through Friday.
My questions are these. One, is this correct and two, how do I record our marriage certificate with the Department of Homeland Security?Thanks for any help provided.
I am not sure on the process or how true it is " recording your marriage certificate with the Department of Homeland Security. ". Maybe other VJ'ers may have more information on this process...???
Good Luck and God Bless!!
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Thank you so much Walley Greene!
No problem
Always here to help! We are here to help each other through the Visa Journey Good Luck and God Bless!!
@Wally Greene...Great post!
Thanks
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All case numbers are assigned by NVC. Your case will not be forwarded until a case number is assigned by NVC. You will need to wait 3 - 14 days or longer. Keep checking with NVC too see if you were assigned a case number.
Good Luck and God Bless.
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He can get the following two valid IDs. Get the postal ID first once visa and passport in hand. Then get the NBI clearance. You can get NBI and many SM Malls.
Postal ID
You can get it at the Post Office of your town or city
Requirements:
1. Residence Certificate (Cedula)
2. Brgy. Clearance
3. 2pcs 2x2 ID pictures
4. P300.oo
Your postal ID will be released in a few minutes or a couple of hours
NBI Clearance
How to apply for an NBI Clearance
Get an application form (FPC – Finger Print Card) at the distributor’s desk
Proceed to fill up area
Submit your filled up application to Step 1 – Data Check
Proceed to applicant’s lane near the entrance
Step 2 – Payment for application inside the processing area
Step 3 – Fingerprinting
Step 4 – Image Capture
Step 5 – Data Entry – Quick Search
All applications with no hit remarks proceed to releasing section
All applications with hit remarks schedule for release
Travel Abroad, Immigration Req., Visa Seaman, Marriage Requirement – P115.00
What are the requirements?
2 Valid ID’s, original copy of old NBI clearance if you are renewing, and your presence. You need to go there in person because they need take a photo of you and your fingerprints.
What are considered valid I.D.’s?
Voter’s I.D., Postal I.D., SSS I.D., GSIS I.D., PRC License , Driver’s License, Company I.D, Valid Passport, ACR (for aliens), Senior Citizen I.D., Philhealth I.D., Student ID
Good Luck and God Bless!!
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Wow!! beautiful wedding pictures. Congratulations!!! May God bless you and your wife in your journey in marriage and life..
Also me and my wife were married on Dec. 23!! I will post our wedding pictures as soon as we receive them.
Good luck and God Bless on AOS.
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Hi Denver422
The were a few VJ'ers that asked this same question about age of consent. CFO website does not list this on there website or its just hidden. Here is the requirements if asked for consent
> If you are between the ages of 21-24, CFO may require you to submit a letter of parental advice to marry.
> If you are between the ages of 18-20, CFO may require you to submit a letter of parental consent to marry.
Here's why you didn't see anything on the CFO website about those requirements:
The following is from the CFO website:
Requirements for Attendance to Guidance and Counseling Program
Two (2) valid identification cards (IDs) with photograph;
Duly completed guidance and counseling form;
If married, certified true copy and photocopy of marriage contract on security paper from the National Statistics Office, or Local Civil Registry Offices; or original and photocopy of marriage contract duly authenticated by the Philippine Embassy/ Consulate (if married abroad)
Other documents as may be required by the counselors <-----------------------------
Payment of P250.00 counseling fee.
CFO link.
The following forms may come in handy:
Sworn statement that advice of parents or guardian has been asked. (for those who are 21-24 years old)
Consent to marriage of a person under age. (for those who are 18-20 years old)
Marriage applicants who are age 18 to 21 must have parental consent in writing, those age 21 to 25 must have written parental advice (a written indication that the parents are aware of the couple's intent to marry). The revised Family Code of the Philippines, which took effect on August 4, 1988, prohibits marriage for individuals below the age of 18.
U.S. Department of State link.
The quote above is from the section where they are talking about getting married in the Philippines. However, the CFO has been known to require parental advice or parental consent from K-1ers.
It's all on the Consular's discretion whether they require consent from a parent or guardian.
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Congratulations!!!!
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$3600
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All of the documents they are requesting and work can be done by you for a fraction if not waaaayyy less that $3,600!!!
The Visa process is costly enough. Lawyers!!!You will need to get the original documents again. Then send them again to your fiancé. Pain!! (I-864, tax returns, pay stubs, photographs, EOR letter etc)
As for the photos if you have them in digital format re-print them at Wal-Mart, Kodak etc. Don’t print them on you color printer!
Lawyers for Visa process are most effective when you have extreme cases. The Visa process for the petitioner is a Due Diligence process, Home work, research and love for your wife and daughter.
Have your wife contact EMC for tracking on the package. This is just in case you are able to obtain that mail. If not, start getting those documents together ASAP for the embassy.
Statements from both of us regarding our ex-spouses,
How we met,
How long we lived together,
Number of children and reason for divorce,
Copies of my passport showing the entry/exit stamps (which I front loaded and sent), but they want every page notarized,
Photos of my wife with her daughter during her childhood etc...
You will need to comply with all requests in the 221g form. What it will cost you for gathering all these documents is a lot less then what the lawyer is asking for. They will do the same things you would do!!
Other VJ’ers will chime in to assist you with more details and suggestions.
God Bless and Good Luck!!
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In regards to your Fiance's belongings. She can ship her belongs or pack her belongs without getting duty taxes.
Read these documentations. If you have question you can contact U.S. Customs and Board Protection.
http://www.cbp.gov/linkhandler/cgov/newsroom/publications/travel/moving_goods.ctt/moving.doc
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/421/kw/moving/session/L3NpZC9naTFiQ0lMaw%3D%3D/p/0/c/0
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/list/kw/moving/p/0/c/0
https://help.cbp.gov/app/answers/detail/a_id/107/search/1
http://forms.cbp.gov/pdf/CBP_Form_3299.pdf
U.S. Customs and Board Protection Questions/Customer Service
(04/30/2010)For general CBP inquiries, please call the CBP INFO Center Monday-Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
General Inquiries: 1-877-CBP-5511
International Callers: (703) 526-4200Questions/Customer Service
(04/30/2010)For general CBP inquiries, please call the CBP INFO Center Monday-Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. Eastern Time.
General Inquiries: 1-877-CBP-5511
International Callers: (703) 526-4200
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Here are some softwares.
SkypeLogView v1.21 - Skype Log Viewer
http://www.nirsoft.net/utils/skype_log_view.html
SkyHistory
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Congratulations
:dance: We are about start our AOS at the end of December. Hopefully by June we will be good to go like you. Once again Congrats!!!!!! -
Q. my question is he sent me all in photos copies.. is this ok????
Federal Income Tax Information.
You must provide either an IRS transcript or a photocopy from your own records of your Federal individual income tax return for the most recent tax year. If you believe additional returns may help you to establish your ability to maintain sufficient income, you may submit transcripts or photocopies of your Federal individual income tax returns for the three most recent years.
Q. and the itr he did not signed the itr.... can this affect my visa approval????
I am not 100% sure if it needs to be signed. It should not make a difference his social security number in on the 1040EZ forms. If some else confirms if a signature is need. Then have him sign the 1040EZ and fax to you there.
Q. what do you guys think?
I think you will be ok with the forms you have now. But its always good to make sure 100%. Last thing you need is a AP or 221g form.
if anybody else can shine some light on this would be help to ruizloi.
Good Luck and God Bless!!!
K1 and K2
in K-1 Fiance(e) Visa Process & Procedures
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Yes. The Appointment letter is the email you received when you either set your appointment on the phone or on http://www.ustraveldocs.com/ph/
The letter should be one or two pages. It will have the Appointment confirmation Number and date for interview etc..
Did you set your daughter's appointment date with yours? If so, you should have a appointment letter email with confirmation number and date for interview.
Yes your finance can be there within the building and at the counter. The consulate may ask him a few questions. This is your interview and the consulate will mainly ask you the questions. Depending on what time your appointment time is, petitioners are only allowed in the USEM after 7:30 AM. Upon arriving you will fall in line with the K-1 appointments. The petitioner will go on a separate line show his passport and go around to the security check. Then wait for you on in the waiting area. You will also go through the security check.
They will give you a ticket number before going into the building. Look on the digital number board for you number to flash/called.
If your daughter has the same date as you they will either have a separate number for her or they maybe bundle mother and daughter together for processing.
Make sure you carry no electronic devices (mp3 players, cellphones, any electronics. If you must carry your cellphone. Hand it to your fiance and have him check it in at the security check. They will give him a card to pick up the cellphone when your done with your interview process.)
NOTICE TO VISA APPLICANTS
Cell Phones Not Permitted on Embassy Grounds
For the safety and security of all applicants and employees, visa applicants are not permitted to bring cell phones or other electronic devices into the U.S. Embassy. Applicants who bring such devices will be denied entry. Please make arrangements to leave your electronic equipment in a safe location off Embassy grounds during your interview appointment. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your cooperation.