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Greetings! Please help! 1. During pandemic time all the documents were submitted and was documentarily qualified, three years later it is time for interview, Does the sponsor need to fill and sing a new Affidavit of Support or that old one is still honored as it is indefinite? 2. Do we simply just supply it the latest tax transcripts and the rest of financial support? Thanks, NG

You absolutely can arrange a pickup at any LBC branch. Just make sure to triple check for correctness like spellings.

I know Bocobo, I am just curious about red planet since it was advertised a lot. Ty!

Jake, Congratulations! Which one is nearer to SLEC? Hotel Bocobo or Red Planet. Thanks!

Greetings! My brother's case was waiting for interview step for the longest time due to pandemic, finally, many were expedited and ready for that final step of interview. On the front of CEAC information, it mentions to do DS-260 etc. although we had done this long time ago, it needed to be updated. Perhaps tel. nos., a new job etc. So, we wrote to the Embassy and had his CEAC opened. Aside from that, few of the documents are needed and must also be updated due to expirations.

They simply just print the confirmation that was sent to their gmail.

Hello Lately many applicants under preference categories were expedited. And because of this way, the applicants are the one who will make a medical and interview appointment. The bad part is that when you check the interview appointment there is one if not no appointment available. The other day I found three slots for immigrant visa interview, but unable to secure it as family has no medical yet. You obviously could not secure an interview appointment prior to medical; I mean, one will be lucky if there is one then you simply have to print and take with you, otherwise I will just go ahead and bring a copy of a letter with MNL case number on it. I tried emailing SLEC, as in their requirement it say to bring an interview appointment letter, but in the FAQ it says interview appointment letter of letter with a MNL case number.

Hello! The first time we made a medical appointment the confirmation was sent right away via email. Few minutes ago, I just registered my other brother and there was no confirmation. (Though it may take 24 hours to wait). How long did you get your confirmation. I am just curious. Thanks much, NG

Hello, my other brother finally received an email to start the process from the embassy. I think I am just going to let them have the same medical ahead of time as the visa interview appointment goes so fast. Like the other day there were no interview appointment available then the following day there was one for August 14 then it was gone, the following day there was one for August 22. 2023. So, I guess with this trend of appointment we might as well have our medical done ahead. Ayay!

Hi again, it is for my brothers under F2B category, this year marked their third year of waiting for an interview. I think they have a massive " expedite " thing going on which is nice. So, they sent an email letting them know that their case was expedited. One of my brothers received a letter letting him know that the embassy is ready for the final process, and it also comes along with an instruction. in this instruction it has something to like to make an interview appointment which is totally not the usual. So, we checked everything, the interview appointment, there was one slot the first time we look online, called appointment hotline and was told what they see is the same thing as what we see online. and was told to check it every time, so we checked every day since. most of the time always one slot, but we could not jump right in, but we are still gathering and updating documents. I asked that medical at that time we have not seen the trend of the medical appointment, but once we got online, we saw that there are plenty. So, i think we will secure a medical appointment with a letter that has MNL case number rather than an interview appointment letter, this is why i asked the group earlier regarding that required letter. I am hoping that there will an appointment available nearest after his medical. However, my other brother did not get that letter from the embassy with instructions, but CEAC information summary mentioned that his case as well was forwarded to the embassy. So, I think they both can have their medical. We are still checking everyday whilst waiting for the documents to be complete. We are still the same waiting but at least there is a big chance for interview.

Hello! I figured that out, there were so many available for the medical, but hardly for a visa interview. Thanks everyone.

Greetings! Anyone, how fast can you secure an appointment for medical nowadays? Thanks! NG

Thank you Chancy, your answer / statement is just what i am looking for. as I was trying to find out if one needed to upload updated documents prior to their interview.

REFERENCE: I am the Child of a U.S. Citizen | USCIS

Greetings! May I ask you something. Does your fiancée have complications with this vaccine? and based upon your statement is that she already had the vaccines in the past, if so, then all she has to do is request a certificate from the Department of Health then take this certificate with her during her medical. reference: VAXCertPH (doh.gov.ph) VaXCertPH Privacy Notice The Department of Health (DOH), together with its partner agencies and implementing units for the Philippine Digital Vaccination Certificate (VaxCertPH) Portal, respects your right to privacy and commits to the protection of your personal data. What Data will be Collected: To facilitate the issuance of your digital vaccination certificate and/or process any VaxCertPH-related query or concern, the DOH through the VaxCertPH implementing units shall collect data from the applicant, which may include, but are not limited to: Last Name First Name Middle Name (optional) Suffix (if any) Date of birth Vaccination Site (LGU) – first dose Date of first dose Vaccination Site (LGU) – second dose Date of second dose Vaccination Site (LGU) – booster dose (if applicable) Date of booster dose (if applicable) Vaccination Site (LGU) – second booster dose (if applicable) Date of second booster dose (if applicable) When validation and rectification of record is needed: LGU/Local Vaccination card Government-issued ID Email address Mobile number Cookies and Web Beacons We may use cookies, web beacons, tracking pixels, and other tracking technologies on the Portal and Mobile Application to help customize the application and improve your experience. When you access the VaxCertPH, your personal information is not collected through the use of tracking technology. Most browsers are set to accept cookies by default. You can remove or reject cookies but be aware that such action could affect the availability and functionality of VaxCertPH. You may not decline web beacons. However, they can be rendered ineffective by declining all cookies or by modifying your web browser’s settings to notify you each time a cookie is tendered, permitting you to accept or decline cookies on an individual basis. How Data is Used We collect, process, and store your data to better provide you with the required services, or information. Specifically, the DOH through the concerned VaxCertPH implementing unit shall use your data for any of the following purposes: Administration of our obligations in relation to your VaxCertPH application such as verification of your identity, confirmation of your vaccination record, processing/issuance of your digital vaccination certificate, and/or responding to queries or requests submitted pertaining to your application, and other related VaxCertPH generation transactions done through the Portal; Maintenance of registry and records of issued VaxCertPH, pending applications, and other related VaxCertPH generation transactions done through the Portal for the purpose of compiling usage statistics; Internal purposes such as administrative, operational, audit, and risk management; and/or Compliance with reporting obligations to government authorities under applicable laws, rules, and regulations. 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The DOH may share the VaxCertPH personal data with the Bureau of Immigration, and DILG; and with private verifiers such as digital credential wallet and pass applications and airlines. The sharing shall be covered by a Non-Disclosure Agreement and shall be implemented through secured means. How Data is Stored Your data will be safely and securely stored in the VaxCertPH database. Retention and disposal of your data shall be made in accordance with the Records Disposal Policy and Records Disposition Schedule of DOH as approved by the National Archives of the Philippines (NAP) under Republic Act 9470. Your data shall be stored following these conditions: For successfully created accounts, the data supplied in the request portal shall be sent to the mirror database of the Vaccination Information Management System (VIMS) as a search parameter to find its match and pull the complete details for crafting the Digital Vaccine Certificate (DVC). Records of the successfully generated DVC are stored for two (2) years in the DIVOC PostgreSQL / AWS PostgreSQL for monitoring purposes. For cases where records are not found in the system/erroneous entries, the vaccinee will be requested to submit a copy of their vaccination card and a government issued ID to the LGU where you were inoculated. These data shall be used for verification and validity check. The LGU shall securely store the submitted documents for a maximum of two (2) years. Likewise, for each VaxCertPH generation transaction done through the Portal, your metadata will be stored in the database for purposes of compiling usage statistics for policy development, and program planning: age, sex, LGU, and date(s) of vaccination (s), and vaccine brand. When and How is Data Disposed/Destroyed The disposal/destruction of the data collected and stored shall be done in accordance with the guidelines set by the NAP General Guidelines Circular No. 2. The DOH shall request for authority to dispose of records to the NAP until such time it is appraised and evaluated by Records Management Analyst and approved by the Executive Director. The NAP Executive Director will notify the concerned office regarding the prompt and proper disposal of records. The request for disposal will be done after the retention period has been reached or there is no further use of the VaxCertPH data. Digital copies stored in the DIVOC PostgreSQL / AWS PostgreSQL shall be destroyed or deleted in a secure manner once the retention period of two (2) years has been reached. Your Rights as a Data Subject As our data subject, you may avail of the guarantees provided by Section 16 of Republic Act 10173 (Data Privacy Act of 2012), which includes the following: Right to be Informed – The vaccine beneficiary is notified and informed of their rights as well as the use of the data collected through the VaxCertPH Privacy Policy. Right to Object – Data collection for vaccination is done prior to vaccination of the data subject. The data subjects are asked to fill-up the consent form. The right to object to the data subject is exercised when there is refusal to fill-up and sign the consent form required prior to vaccination. In VaxCertPH, the requester, in order to use the portal, has to read and agree on the VaxCertPH Privacy Policy prior to the use of the system. Right to Access – All individuals with full vaccination done in the Philippines are given the right to access their data through the VaxCertPH portal access: https://vaxcertph.doh.gov.ph. Right to Rectify – Submission of a request to rectify/ correct the record is done through the VaxCerPH portal. Correction of data per se will be performed by respective LGUs after validation of the submitted request. Before rectifying any record, LGU will do a detailed reconciliation of the following using the LGU validation tool: Uploaded ID, Vaccine card, The information in the VIMS database, LGUs own archive of line list records. Vaccinees who found out that their information is incorrect may request to correct their data. To correct a record, vaccinees will have to fill in their contact details and upload a soft copy of their: Vaccine Card issued by the LGUs or Bakuna Sites; and A valid Philippine Government-issued ID Right to Erasure or Blocking – When the information collected is no longer necessary for the purpose of verifying the identity, confirming the vaccination record, and processing the vaccination certificate, the vaccine beneficiary has the right to remove or erase such personal information. The vaccinee may submit valid requests for the deletion of their personal data in the database. Once deleted, personal data will no longer appear or be included in anonymous searches and will be completely removed from all storage locations. Right to Data Portability – Does not apply to the VaxCertPH System since it is a centralized system. Right to File a Complaint – If the personal information has been misused, maliciously disclosed, or improperly disposed, or that any data privacy rights have been violated, the data subject has the right to file a complaint with the DOH and NPC. Right to the Payment of Damages – Claim for compensation if the data subject suffered damages due to inaccurate, incomplete, outdated, false, unlawfully obtained or unauthorized use of personal data, considering any violation of its rights and freedoms as data subject. How You Will Be Notified of Changes to our Policy Although most changes are likely to be minor, the DOH, together with its partner agencies and implementing units of the VaxCertPH, reserves the right, acting reasonably, to modify our Policy at any time in our sole discretion, and will publish notice of any such modification on appropriate channels. Any modification is effective immediately upon posting. Concerns To ask questions or make comments on this Notice and our privacy practices or to make a complaint about our compliance with applicable privacy laws, you may reach us through the following: DR. ENRIQUE A. TAYAG, PHSAE, FPSMID, CESO III Overall Data Protection Officer, Department of Health, Director IV, Knowledge Management and Information Technology Service 2/F, Building 9, Department of Health, San Lazaro Compound, Rizal Avenue, Sta. 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Greetings! Please read the following. references: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/News/visas-news/changes-to-vaccination-requirements-for-immigrant-visa-applicants.html Vaccination Requirements | USCIS Note: As we all know some vaccines are not given during the second day of her medical and will be completed once in the USA. Like if the vaccines are not available, age, and women who are pregnant or wanting to be pregnant. etc. (read the links) Also, vaccine shots here are very expensive, but okay if you are already covered by your husband's insurance.

I stand corrected, I guess I just assumed that one needed to apply like in the Philippines, and all are documented. Peace!

OfCourse, you needed to apply, it has all the forms that you needed to fill out and along with the processing and documents required. You could not just choose one country without any properly documented and proof.

Hello, First you need to check with your home country if they allow dual citizenship Second, then get the information from your embassy here in the states on how to apply what are the requirements needed etc. then apply.

NOTE: Even F2B who were documentarily qualified are still waiting for their interview. My brother will be marking his third year this year for waiting his interview. Best regards, NG

Greetings! NOTE: reference: Visa Bulletin For June 2023 (state.gov) (Under F2B or F24 CATEGORY, AS OF JUNE 2023 THE PRIORITY DATE IS OCTOBER 2011.) 1. Your father petitioned you under F24 or F2B category, unmarried child of a legal permanent resident or a green card holder over 21 years old. The case was approved and was sent to NVC and will stay there until your priority date will be current. 2. Once your priority date is current, NVC will begin to contact you by sending you a welcome letter as well as an invoice ID number, wherein you can start paying and submitting your documents. 3. Once NVC gets your payment and all your documents are submitted and accepted, your status will be change to documentarily qualified. 4. Then you will just have to wait for NVC to send you the interview date and medical. 5. Then you will have your medical and interview. Note Due to COVID, backlogs my brothers are still waiting for their interview, they were all documentarily qualified since 2020. And their priority date is March 2010.

2010.

Greetings! My brothers were documentarily qualified long time ago under F2B category. This year marks their third year of waiting for their interview. Every two months is the same update of the exact letter that you got from NVC. I think the embassy will notify NVC if there is a slot for interview availability, NVC then will notify the petitioner as well as the beneficiary. Yes, I read and heard many heart-breaking stories, example, the petitioner gets sick and some even passed away and still no interview for their loved ones. I know a gentleman before who told me that he needed to be okay, at that time he was a day old in our facility. He further told me that he needed to be okay, because he has kids that he petitioned and is just waiting for their interview, and his story reminded of my brothers' current situation, if something will happen. NG