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I didn't show my Filipino passport because the U.S doesn't recognize dual citizenship. Just sent copies of all pages of my US Passport and Birth Cert.

Since you are a dual citizen, you will also need to provide a CENOMAR when your fiance goes to the interview.

15 minutes ago, Tunapiano said:

Hello all, I posted back in April that I applied on April 24th, noa1 was received I believe on the 2nd of May. 

 

My application is out of the California service center, I guess I'm wondering if anyone else is waiting this long and heard nothing. It's been over 120 days. 

 

Hello. I'm currently at 140 days.

Trying to stay positive with this torturous wait. 

@Jb1 I am positive you will find the answers to your question here: http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/129-philippines/

@Sallysyrup congrats!! 🎉🍻 

8 hours ago, LabOz said:

It is my understanding that co-sponsors for Manila are not allowed on K-1's but they are for I-864 AOS

 

http://mrspresson.com/knowledgebase/us-embassy-manila-philippines-accept-co-sponsors-joint-sponsors-k1-visa-application/

 

 

 

Hope this helps

They do, but on a case to case basis. Some members here in the Philippine regional forum has shared their success using a co-sponsor in the Philippines without a problem. 

I'll be using a co-sponsor as well. The only part in this whole process that's making me nervous.  🤞😜

20 minutes ago, A_F said:

Ah ok, so it was this thread where I saw it. I had been browsing so many things I couldn't remember!

8 hours ago, A_F said:

Hi all,

 

I found this link on VJ to a Q and A with a former adjudicator. Hopefully this will help everyone better understand the process. I found it very insightful with lots of information about what goes on at USCIS.

 

http://www.visajourney.com/content/adjudicator-q-and-a

 

I can't remember where I stumbled upon this, but I don't think it was on this thread. If it was, then here it is again for anyone who missed it.

No Problem. I'm glad that 2007 adjudicator HUSKERKIEV'S interview is being shared. 😀

These threads go along so fast that I've been browsing the pages backwards from most recent to previous. 

4 hours ago, A_F said:

Hi all,

 

I found this link on VJ to a Q and A with a former adjudicator. Hopefully this will help everyone better understand the process. I found it very insightful with lots of information about what goes on at USCIS.

 

http://www.visajourney.com/content/adjudicator-q-and-a

 

I can't remember where I stumbled upon this, but I don't think it was on this thread. If it was, then here it is again for anyone who missed it.

Thank you for reposting this very helpful link.  I originally posted this last Friday when my mom sent me the link, but it's buried and gone.  Reading and understanding what goes on behind the scenes has calmed my anxieties.  Knowing that the adjudicators in different cubes aren't just working on I-129f's but on thousands of other forms has made me more patient for my turn. Especially now with all the "Dreamers" getting threatened to be thrown out of the country and all of the evidence they have to provide with their applications, I can imagine the headaches the adjudicators have.

I also like the tips on the "Congressionals" where a response from any federal agency must be made to the local congressperson within 48? hours.  But hopefully, I do not want to have to utilize this last resort.

So again for my co-Aprilites that haven't gotten their NOA2's fingers crossed and continue to hang in there! For all of you that have gotten over the NOA2 obstacle CONGRATULATIONS!!! and best wishes for whats ahead

Wow, my mom sent me a link about what Santa and the elves do in their magic workshop (USCIS), lol. It's calmed me a bit and wanted to share it even though it was posted from 2007, but i think it's still relevant. 

http://www.visajourney.com/content/adjudicator-q-and-a

Take note of what they do with "Congressionals".  I am at day 130.  Ive seen how many April 24'thers there are ahead of me!  OMG! I saw one 24'ther that got slipped into the magic box and was just approved!

Congratulations to you all that have made it pass the NOA2 obstacle and praying for the rest of us Aprilites that we do not get left behind in this journey! 

5 hours ago, Sallysyrup said:

My fiance and I, the waiting is devastating for us. I want to quit waiting. Really. This is very depressing

Hang in there! We feel the same way, but we have to stay positive. I just keep thinking we've all come this far! Its just a matter of time until we hear something. 

BTW, have you tried calling USCIS? 

Congrats to the both of you! 

That's good to hear that they're not asking for anything financial as I am super nervous because I am using my sister as a co-sponsor since I am a fresh grad with no job. 

Hopefully we get our NOA2 soon (128 days). Still patiently waiting 

21 minutes ago, AnJ Co said:

???? for PHP

 

USEM Interview Appts........

 

Monday thru Friday? or just certain days?  Barring holidays of course.

 

ALSO   What are the holidays in PHP in October that USEM will be closed?

 

Thanx!!!!

https://ph.usembassy.gov/holiday-calendar/

For the intrerviews I'm not sure if its Monday - Friday. Maybe someone who has done or scheduled an interview already can help with this. 

1 hour ago, Janice_n_Joe said:

We wish we will get our NOA2 soon as well.

 

Thanks for sharing Chris&Princess. Hope it will be soon for you.

 

Does anyone here who is also waiting for NOA1 received date of April 24, 2017?

My recieved date is April 24. Fingers crossed.. almost there 🤞☺️

Congrats to everyone who got their NOA2! 🎉

On 7/5/2017 at 11:45 AM, Greenbaum said:

First let me say that you do not require a lawyer to process a visa through the Philippines.  Jump over to the Filipino forum at http://www.visajourney.com/forums/forum/129-philippines/ and there are many of us there that will walk you through step by step what needs to be done, where to go to get the necessary documents and tips/short cuts to save time and money.

 

Second, you cannot get a PC from Saudi Arabia once you have left the country. It's stated in the reciprocity information found here:

https://travel.state.gov/content/visas/en/fees/reciprocity-by-country/SA.html  It states and I quote "Police clearances are unavailable for third country nationals who no longer reside in the Kingdom."  The US CO at USEM (United States Embassy - Manila) will know this when you go to interview. If she has been elsewhere for more than 6 months she will need a PC but first check the link I gave you and search for other country's.

 

Third item is that I can see that you're very excited but keep in mind this a 6-8 month process, so having patience is going to save you a lot of headaches. Do overs are no fun!

 

So there you have it. We'll leave the light on over in the Filipino forum for you.

 

 

I'm happy to have stumbled on this topic as my fiance is in this similar situation - worked in Riyadh for 3 years as an RN, but never returned. I was getting confused and worried with everything I was reading, so thank you for this clear information @Greenbaum. Cheers!