cardilene

Wow time really flies,..! I just wanted to post an update about my status, I took oath last February 23, 2016,..
And I already have my blue passport as well,..!

You need a CENOMAR,
We just had our interview last March 15, 2012
and thanks to Mr. BLU here in VJ,
whom suggested that I bring a CENOMAR to the interview,
like you I was adamant to bring a CENOMAR coz I am only married
to my wife and to no one else, and by bring the NSO Marriage Certificate,
I thought that it was proof enough, but I was wrong,
so before I went to the interview I decided to get a CENOMAR from the NSO,
it says in the CENOMAR that the NSO is certifying that I am currently married
and have been married only to my wife, I'll try to scan the document later and post it here
for your reference, I was very thankful to MR. BLU coz if not for that tip,
I would have been in a short delay, probably a week or 2 or even more, just because I failed
to provide that CENOMAR, it is a trap, luckily I did not fell for it...
Good luck,...

Most if not all babies when born were all given the BCG vaccine,
and that helps us fight the disease, when we grow older we are often exposed to some people
who carry the disease, and because of these most often than not, the PPD skin test
would give off a FALSE POSITIVE result, but that doesn't necessarily mean that the
person has TB, the next step of this is to undergo an XRAY to check your lungs,
if it found clear then you have no problem, what I'm curious is that how come the original poster
will undergo a 6 month treatment just after the PPD exam, it seems the OP has undergo the next procedures
just yet,.. of did he,..?

He will not lose his LPR status because of the reentry permit,
but his petition to his wife will be questioned,...

Thanks to the moderator's action,...
That was fast,...!

Yes, anyone here can be suspended or banned,
actually, the frustrated poster here is just a click away from the report button,...
He is actually inciting more frustration rather than helping others ease their worries
and waiting time,...
Don't know if any moderator is monitoring this thread or anyone should still click the report button,...
But basically, yes, anyone can be banned here for being unethical,...

Yes, anyone here can be suspended or banned,
actually, the frustrated poster here is just a click away from the report button,...
He is actually inciting more frustration rather than helping others ease their worries
and waiting time,...
Don't know if any moderator is monitoring this thread or anyone should still click the report button,...
But basically, yes, anyone can be banned here for being unethical,...

We have to try to understand them, not everyone is fluent in english,...

That's really good to hear,
I do wish the best for you and your family...
Good luck bro,...

Why,..? Because this is a public forum,...
And yes, I am going to take a hike because its a beautiful day here in California,...
Good luck with your awesome attitude here,..
You'll earn so much respect,
considering you were warned before because of your outbursts,...
Again, Good luck with that...

Good luck to everyone on the waiting list,
be thankful its moving forward, it may be slow, but at least its moving forward...
Cheers everyone,...

Be careful what you say or post online,...
One day might come and its gonna bite you back,...
Good luck,...

For me, its just a complete waste of money and just another source of corruption,
one way of taking money from Filipinos who are planning to go abroad.
Basically, the seminar would only narrate and explain to anyone the difference in culture
of the countries that you are about to go to, some laws, and rights of every individual.
I really have nothing against the seminar per se, but how they conduct the application process is the problem.
I cannot forget our experience then, me and my 2 teens, we went there very early in the morning,
only to be at the back end of a very LOOOOOOOONG line, I ended up attending the morning seminar,
but the teens ended up attending the afternoon seminar coz the morning session was full already for the children.
Good thing there was still an opening at the afternoon, but still, my teens had to wait in line because they
wouldn't accept the application still...
It would be a lot easier, if CFO would become BY APPOINTMENT and not first come first serve,
they should set a number of atendees, and just set the excess to a different time and day, it would be quite easier
for both the office, and the applicants that would be coming in from very far provinces...
Only in the Philippines,...

For me, its just a complete waste of money and just another source of corruption,
one way of taking money from Filipinos who are planning to go abroad.
Basically, the seminar would only narrate and explain to anyone the difference in culture
of the countries that you are about to go to, some laws, and rights of every individual.
I really have nothing against the seminar per se, but how they conduct the application process is the problem.
I cannot forget our experience then, me and my 2 teens, we went there very early in the morning,
only to be at the back end of a very LOOOOOOOONG line, I ended up attending the morning seminar,
but the teens ended up attending the afternoon seminar coz the morning session was full already for the children.
Good thing there was still an opening at the afternoon, but still, my teens had to wait in line because they
wouldn't accept the application still...
It would be a lot easier, if CFO would become BY APPOINTMENT and not first come first serve,
they should set a number of atendees, and just set the excess to a different time and day, it would be quite easier
for both the office, and the applicants that would be coming in from very far provinces...
Only in the Philippines,...

You need a CENOMAR,
We just had our interview last March 15, 2012
and thanks to Mr. BLU here in VJ,
whom suggested that I bring a CENOMAR to the interview,
like you I was adamant to bring a CENOMAR coz I am only married
to my wife and to no one else, and by bring the NSO Marriage Certificate,
I thought that it was proof enough, but I was wrong,
so before I went to the interview I decided to get a CENOMAR from the NSO,
it says in the CENOMAR that the NSO is certifying that I am currently married
and have been married only to my wife, I'll try to scan the document later and post it here
for your reference, I was very thankful to MR. BLU coz if not for that tip,
I would have been in a short delay, probably a week or 2 or even more, just because I failed
to provide that CENOMAR, it is a trap, luckily I did not fell for it...
Good luck,...

today guys we will know good news ..... dont worry

After so many years of waiting, our petition has been approved, and we already got our visas,
and had our flight book already. Sadly, and I know many will agree on how much our government
is taking advantage of every traveling Filipino, every traveling filipino is required to pay
the TRAVEL TAX, a TERMINAL FEE and have to attend a PDOS (Pre-departure Orientation Seminar (PDOS) or the Peer Counseling Seminar)...
I can accept that I have to pay the terminal fee (PhP550-750), for I know it is used for the maintenance of the airport
and its facilities. However, I am not sure where the TRAVEL TAX is going, which is around PhP1620 ...
While the PDOS is only PhP400, it left me wondering that the government can simply impose any kind of HASSLE
just to milk a few bucks out of its own citizen, it is quite sad to see that in this day and age,
traveling Filipinos are helpless in such system. It sucks,..!

Beg to disagree, migration is a choice and a privelege,
They don't owe us anything,...
In short, we are at their mercy...
We are not even citizen of their country.

For the benefit of other F2A here,
here is a sample of the P4:
it indicates here the documents that you have already submitted to NVC,
and it also says here the needed documents that you have to bring on the interview,..
Please be wary also that this varies from case to case, and from embassy to embassy,..
MY NAME
***************************
CABANATUAN CITY NUEVA ECIJA
3100
PHILIPPINES
*MNL************ P4
January 27, 2012
NVC Case Number: MNL*********
Dear ****************:
The enclosed information pertains to ******************************'s interest in immigrating
to the United States of America. The National Visa Center (NVC) has completed its processing of
************************************* 's petition, case number MNL*********************; and forwarded it to
the American Embassy/Consulate in MANILA.
An immigrant visa interview has been scheduled for the applicant at the U.S. Embassy/Consulate in
MANILA on March 15, 2012 at 06:30 am.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please read and follow all Interview Preparation Instructions located on the Department of State's web site
at: www.ImmigrantVisas.state.gov, under the "Prepare for your visa interview abroad" link.
Important information regarding the required medical appointment is listed on this site. Failure to read
and promptly follow all instructions provided on this site will result in your immigrant visa being refused
at the initial interview.
Upon arrival at the Embassy/Consulate, the applicant should present this letter to the receptionist.
Those members of the applicant's family, listed on the attached page, must appear at the
Embassy/Consulate on the above appointment date. The address is provided on the next page.
WHAT TO DO IF THE APPLICANT CANNOT KEEP THE APPOINTMENT:
Some Embassies/Consulates reschedule interview appointments themselves; others utilize an outside service
provider to reschedule appointments. To determine the proper procedure for rescheduling the applicant's interview
appointment, please go to the Department of State's web site at: www.ImmigrantVisas.state.gov, click the
"Prepare for your visa interview abroad" link, and read the US Embassy/Consulate information on page (4)
entitled "Embassy/Consulate General-Specific Interview Guidelines." If the Embassy/Consulate does not have
any specific interview guidelines listed, you should contact the Embassy/Consulate directly to reschedule the
applicant's interview.
NVC Case Number: MNL*****************
Traveling Applicants
NAME DOB POB
OUR NAMES HERE****************** PHILIPPINES
******************************** PHILIPPINES
******************************** PHILIPPINES
Reminders
* Any original documents that were requested by the NVC but were not submitted to the
NVC must be brought to the visa interview.
* The applicant must bring his/her medical examination results to the visa interview in an
envelope sealed by the medical office.
* The applicant must bring the correct size and number of photographs to the visa
interview. They must measure 2 inches by 2 inches (5 cm by 5 cm) on a white
background.
* IF a sponsor filed an I-864 (Affidavit of Support) AND provided the NVC with proof of
an IRS Federal Income Tax Extension in lieu of a Federal Income Tax Return, the
applicant must bring the sponsor's most recent Federal Income Tax Return to the visa
interview.
* Failure to present all necessary documents to the Consular Officer will result in the
applicant's immigrant visa being refused at the initial interview.
Questions
The National Visa Center has completed its processing of this case and any further inquiries
should be addressed to:
U.S. EMBASSY
1201 ROXAS BOULEVARD
MANILA
PHILIPPINES
When communicating with the Embassy/Consulate by e-mail, letter, or fax, always refer to the
applicant's name and case number exactly as they appear below.
Case Number: MNL**************
Principal Applicant Name: *******************
Preference Category: F2A - SPOUSES AND UNMARRIED CHILDREN OF
PERMANENT RES.
Foreign State of Chargeability: PHILIPPINES
__
__
__
* Document Status Description
A = Applicant must acquire this document and present it at the time of the interview.
C = Direct inquiries to your consulate / embassy
D = Certified document received
F = This form is not necessary for this application.
I = The required form is incomplete. Please ensure that a complete form is presented at
the interview.
O = The original document has been received and accepted as meeting post
requirements.
P = The police certificate must be requested by the applicant. If you have already
applied for this document, no further action is required. The issuing police authority
will send the police record directly to the appropriate US Embassy to have on hand
at the time of the interview.
R = The electronic DS-260 form has been submitted and reviewed.
S = Scanned document received. The original document must be presented at the time
of the interview.
T = An acceptable document has been received, but a translation is required as the
submitted document is not in English or the official language of the processing post.
The applicant must present a certified translation at the time of the interview.
U = The applicant has informed the NVC that the required document is unavailable.
X = The required document is unobtainable for this country per the Foreign Affairs
Manual.
Y = The required document has been received.
$ = Payment received.
NVC Case Number: MNL******************
__
__
__
NOTICE TO VISA APPLICANTS
Case No: MNL*****************
Applicant Name: MY NAME
Invoice I.D. : **********
Beneficiary I.D.: *********************
Visa Interview Requirements
********************* must bring the following to the visa
interview:
* Any original documents that were requested by the NVC but were not submitted
to the NVC
* The medical examination results if not submitted to the Embassy/Consulate by
the physician
* The correct size and number of photographs
* Valid passport for all traveling applicants
The following table lists the documents requested by the NVC and whether or not the
NVC received them. Please note that even though the applicant may have provided
the NVC with a copy of a document, the applicant is still required to bring the
original document to the visa interview.
Document Name Document Status
CORRESPONDENCE INSTRUCTIONS C
1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 1 Y
1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 2 Y
2 - PASSPORT Y
3 - BIRTH CERTIFICATE O
4 - ADOPTION F
5 - MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE O
6 - MARRIAGE TERMINATION F
7 - COURT RECORDS F
F - FINANCIAL EVIDENCE Y
8 - CUSTODY PAPERS F
9 - MILITARY RECORDS F
10 - PHILIPPINES POLICE CERTIFICATE O
FEE PAYMENT $
PHOTOGRAPH Y
F - PETITIONER MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE F
F - PETITIONER BIRTH CERTIFICATE F
__
__
__
NOTICE TO VISA APPLICANTS
Case No: *******************
Applicant Name: MY SON 14 years old
Invoice I.D. : **************
Beneficiary I.D.: ******************
Visa Interview Requirements
********************** must bring the following to the visa interview:
* Any original documents that were requested by the NVC but were not submitted
to the NVC
* The medical examination results if not submitted to the Embassy/Consulate by
the physician
* The correct size and number of photographs
* Valid passport for all traveling applicants
The following table lists the documents requested by the NVC and whether or not the
NVC received them. Please note that even though the applicant may have provided
the NVC with a copy of a document, the applicant is still required to bring the
original document to the visa interview.
Document Name Document Status
CORRESPONDENCE INSTRUCTIONS C
1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 1 Y
1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 2 Y
2 - PASSPORT Y
3 - BIRTH CERTIFICATE O
4 - ADOPTION F
5 - MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE F
6 - MARRIAGE TERMINATION F
7 - COURT RECORDS F
F - FINANCIAL EVIDENCE Y
8 - CUSTODY PAPERS F
9 - MILITARY RECORDS F
10 - PHILIPPINES POLICE CERTIFICATE F
FEE PAYMENT $
PHOTOGRAPH Y
F - PETITIONER MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE F
F - PETITIONER BIRTH CERTIFICATE F
__
__
__
NOTICE TO VISA APPLICANTS
Case No: ***************
Applicant Name: MY DAUGHTER 17 years old
Invoice I.D. : *************
Beneficiary I.D.: **********************
Visa Interview Requirements
********************** must bring the following to the visa
interview:
* Any original documents that were requested by the NVC but were not submitted
to the NVC
* The medical examination results if not submitted to the Embassy/Consulate by
the physician
* The correct size and number of photographs
* Valid passport for all traveling applicants
The following table lists the documents requested by the NVC and whether or not the
NVC received them. Please note that even though the applicant may have provided
the NVC with a copy of a document, the applicant is still required to bring the
original document to the visa interview.
Document Name Document Status
CORRESPONDENCE INSTRUCTIONS C
1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 1 Y
1 - IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICATION PART 2 Y
2 - PASSPORT Y
3 - BIRTH CERTIFICATE O
4 - ADOPTION F
5 - MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE F
6 - MARRIAGE TERMINATION F
7 - COURT RECORDS F
F - FINANCIAL EVIDENCE Y
8 - CUSTODY PAPERS F
9 - MILITARY RECORDS F
10 - PHILIPPINES POLICE CERTIFICATE O
FEE PAYMENT $
PHOTOGRAPH Y
F - PETITIONER MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE F
F - PETITIONER BIRTH CERTIFICATE F

Meaning if your petitioner has submitted the i864 already or the so called Affidavit of Support,
we are therefore requested to bring along the latest ITR (1040) and W2 of the petitioner,..
Just read the above post on our P4...
Cheers...

It really is frustrating to wait, we've been waiting for so long as well,...
but it pays to be nice to everyone here, to share and get some needed
help and info from one another, we are all waiting here,
so why put your frustrations on the board, just sit tight and pray...
Only thing we can do anyways,..
Cheers,...

Its the moderators discretion,...
That's why it pays to be very courteous at everyone here,
besides, all we can do is support eachother here,
coz we are often time at the same boat...
Good luck... (But calling the moderators dictators,..? Well, good luck sir,..)

You'd rather believe the release of an estimate from myPrioritydate.com
than from the US State Department,..?

You'd rather believe the release of an estimate from myPrioritydate.com
than from the US State Department,..?

Here is the post I made about our experience, it says it all here,..
Good luck,...
We have just finished our medical, and here are some tips that would really help you when your time comes for your medical...
* Register online, it will save you a LOT of time, http://www.slec.ph/us/registration/
instead of falling in line to get an application by the guard, you'll just have to show that you already have a printed copy of the application form.
* Be there early, we traveled from Nueva Ecija, we left Cabanatuan at 3am, and arrived at the clinic at 6am, it pays to be early, its a first come first serve policy.
* Be sure to make LOTS of copies of your appointment letter, your online registration form, your passport, 2x2 pictures (be sure that the ears are shown on the pictures)
* Medical for adults 15 years old and older is a 2 day affair, while the minor 14 years old and below is a 3 day affair (This will change or vary if something nasty would be seen on your xray, so it pays to have a clean bill of health, in my case, I don't smoke nor drink, did not encounter any hitch...)
* Medical costs: adults 9387.5 / minor 8155.5 (they do not accept dollar payments, only in Philippine Peso)
* Medical for adults consists of:
1. Laboratory
2. Xray
3. Physical Examination (Be alert and attentive to the attending doctor, he or she would be asking ALL KINDS of questions, so be wary, plenty have encountered problems here esp. anything that involves LYING and DRUGS)
4. Immunization Evaluation
The first 3 would be done by the first day, we started by 7am, and we finished it by 11am...
The Immunization Evaluation is done on the second day, in which it will rely mainly on the result of your chest xray, if you are an adult, it really doesn't matter that much if you have or have no copy of your immunization records, they would just suggest what to do or what would be give to you. Also, it pays to have SCARS of your previous vaccines when you were still a child, and you must also have SCARS to prove that you already have chicken pox (have plenty on my face and shoulders)
Also, if you are a female applicant, it is highly advisable to go there a WEEK after your last period,
and DO NOT forget to remember your FIRST and LAST day, its gonna asked of you in every procedure (my daughter is 15, luckily I kept on reading in some of the forums, picked up a few tips along the way, that is why she already know what to answer..)
* Medical for minors consists of:
1. Physical Evaluation
2. Immunization Evaluation (to have a copy of your child's medical records, esp. the vaccines, would definitely help you alot...)
3. TST: Tuberculin Skin Test: (all minors would undergo this skin test, and almost ALL fail, now, don't be alarmed if your child fails this test, if you would be able to recall if your child was given a BCG vaccine when they were still babies, most often than not, the TST would give off a FALSE POSITIVE result. If that happens, the pediatrician would just recommend that your child would undergo number 4.)
4. Xray (if your child is cleared here, then they're off to the immunization shots...)
5. Immunization
The first 3 would be done on the first day, and the result of the TST would be on the second day, if your child is positive on the TST, he would undergo the Xray on the second day as well, if your child is negative, then you go directly for immunizations, If not, then off to the third day for the result of the xray and then immunizations.
* Things to watch out for on the second day is that when the guard takes your receipt, if the guard would put a stamp on your receipt IMMUNIZATION AREA 2nd floor then REJOICE, you are cleared, if the guard would stamp SPUTUM (I think, did not see the stamp itself) then you'd have to undergo further examinations before you are cleared.
* Listen intently on the loudspeaker, their sound system sucks big time, so you really have to listen intently for your name to be called out.
* Be courteous to everyone, receptionists, doctors, guards. It pays to be nice.
* Bring a jacket, its a bit cold inside the clinic.
* Bring a book, an iPod, iPad or any gadget that would keep you busy, some procedures are a bit time consuming, esp the Physical Examination, also, you would have to be there with your minor, in every procedure, you will be the one signing for him/her.
* Be honest with your health.
* Have fun, its the final stretch of your journey to a different and new life,..!
(ohh and it seems F2A cases need not to leave the passport, the releasing officer would tell you to bring the passport with you, as well as the data sheet in which it shows the vaccines that was administered, and a CD copy of your Xray, she will inform you that you will NEED to present these documents/items as soon as you enter the US, she will also tell you that most of the administered vaccines would again be given as soon as you enter the US,...)
Well, that's about it...
I wish everyone good luck, onwards to our interview...
Cheers everyone,..!

Happy Valentine's Kabayan,..
Hahahaha
Congratulations,..
Slowly but surely,...