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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

5 minutes ago, Mike E said:

Agreed.  IME those (usps priority mail flat rate envelopes with bubble wrap) are hard to find at post offices. I have to order them. 

And when you do order, request for more for future use.

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When it comes to documents that you needed to prepare red this link:

reference: NVC Processing (state.gov) and when it comes to previous marriages even if it is not asked, just prepare all necessary documents, after all you must have those documents ready at all times. and when it comes to time of the interview, we will never know and I think it all depends upon what embassy, so my best suggestion, gather and prepare all those documents that is related to your case, esp. those that are not going to expire, and make sure that your police report will be current.

Just use the envelope that has an attached bubble protector with it.

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This is not uncommon, during chest x-ray, if the results show spots, meaning scarring then one must undergo a sputum test to rule out TB.

I remembered few postings on the site talking about the hassle of being tested, which is not a denial, but rather another delay for the visa application to be complete. Here is what I remembered, but not sure if this is still the current procedure. I hope it helps. 

- When they see scarring from your chest x-ray result, they will schedule you for a sputum test which is three consecutive days. One must carefully follow the instructions given once in the clinic on how to properly collect the sputum samples, to avoid another delay.

- After the third day collection, they will give you a doctors evaluation schedule and it is usually one week after the last day of the sputum test.

- On the evaluation schedule, you will know if the test results, either you have a positive or negative result, and the doctor will explain of why a test was needed to be done. So, if the result is positive, then you will need six months treatment at St. Lukes everyday as the strategy is DOTS treatment, meaning directly observed treatment when taking your medications.

- and if you have a negative result, they still need to culture sputum for six to eight weeks, monitor the culture and if they turn positive even before six to eight weeks, the clinic will contact you and will have to start the treatment. if it is negative then you will have to go back and get your immunization shots, then you will be going home with your medical clearance, immunization form, CD x-ray, and a slip to guide you on how to schedule an interview appointment. And I think the rest of the medical result will be directly forwarded to the Us Embassy,

note: one thing that they mentioned is to be mindful with expiration of your medical examination date. It is one year, but if you went to a sputum test then it is six months. Does this mean that you may have your interview prior to your medical?  I am not sure about this, but I'd read few who had their interview before there medical. Otherwise you will have to repeat the whole medical process as well as the payment.

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She needed to have the sputum test for culture to rule out TB and if they determined that there is an active TB, then she will be undergoing for six months treatment. She will be asked to be near the hospital where they recommend as TB treatment strategy is DOTS, MEANING DIRECTLY OBESRVED TREATMENT.

ALSO, TB IS A BACTERIAL INFECTION AND NOT VIRAL. 

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The summon letter has a form to be filled out, either you answer that and send it back via slow mail or I highly suggest doing it online as it is the easiest and the best way. If you noticed, the form has a question, if you are a US citizen or not, that is enough for you to be disqualified as a juror, do it, online it is faster and then you can have the result right away. I think you have 10 days to reply.

note: I read the following below, but if you want to make sure contact them directly. 

references: Registering jewelry with U.S. Customs and Border Protection prior to traveling abroad (cbp.gov)

                     Frequent question: Do you have to declare jewelry at customs? - Shine precious stones (phioro.com

or you may wait during your citizenship time as you can change your name during this time.

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Like they suggested have her scan the photos, also there are a lot of internet cafes and photo labs in Peru, in fact a lot of internet cafes or all hotels offer internet services. Ty. BG

p.s. there are so many photo labs in Peru as well.

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First things first, Check if the visa category is current, for F3 category, India's current F3 category is December 2008 while Philippines is June 2002. It is still a long time of waiting. If this could have been current, you can try to ask for an expedite processing or interview. Which is you can request to NVC by writing to them his reason, like medical condition and a reason of how it will impact him as a petitioner and along with the request is an official letter from his physician or the hospital that includes her medical diagnosis, just make sure that the letter is official with all doctors or hospital information, these along with all immigration case numbers etc. must be emailed to NVC, but because the category is not current, NVC could not do anything. I hope that everything goes well. NG

"Can I do anything if I’m told there is no visa available for my relative?

No, there is nothing that the NVC can do to expedite the petition if a visa is not available in their category."

Just like any other countries you are not allowed to work on a visit visa period.

Overstaying in the Philippines means paying P500 pesos per day plus penalties. Please read the attached related document.

reference:

Extending Your Visa In The Philippines: Cost And Process – About Philippines

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reference: Family Immigration (state.gov)

Note: 

Tip: Please make sure to let her know your Governor's name, state representative and senator's name.

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Back in my country, during my medical, I never have to fill any of this form, so I think that panel will be the one to fill this form. So, relax and let the medical panel team do their work.  What you needed to do at this time, is to research about your dad's maintenance pills and find a way to get a better discount as without insurance it is very expensive and with mental disorder it is very crucial not to miss a dose. I mean to have him covered with medications you must search for a better and affordable insurance; I remembered the lowest quotation that I was given back in 2009 for my mom was $549 monthly without any medical condition. So, research ahead.

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What If you will gather all the documents and ask your doctor to make a certificate related to this condition then have wife apply for an emergency visit visa. At this very moment, what is important is that both of you must be together for support, (whilst waiting for immigration visa to be process and approved.) I am hoping that everything will be okay. God Bless!

Salamat, NG

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Read On page 9 of 14 of the form itself. 

reference: Form I-693, Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record (uscis.gov)

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I think that you might want to read the following:

reference: Medical Examinations FAQs (state.gov)

Medical Conditions/History

I guess, I am just confused with your statement. So how did you submit passport requirement if it is still inside the packet? that you mentioned that you did not open. Confusing.

A.

23 minutes ago, Domicile-1996 said:

 

"Maybe it's because of my document? My Immigrant "Visa" is for the states, The page itself in the Passport I'm not able to show it, since my passport is inside the Yellow Packet which the US Embassy gave, and it specifically tells you not to open it, and leave it for the port of entry in America. It does however have a message at the back stating that it is the Visa. Any help would be greatly appreciated."

I am confused, I thought everything is electronic nowadays. So, how will Philippine and USA immigration officers stamp your passport or use it, if it is in the packet? Back in the days when it is was not electronic. they do send you the packet with an instruction not to open it, but the passport is outside the packet,

Plus, you also mentioned that you gave the requirements and one of this is your passport, so it is very confusing. It is contradicting your statement.

" I was able to register yesterday, January 25, and an automatic e-mail messaged me assigning me to an agent. I sent the following requirements: Visa (Picture of the Yellow Package), Passport, ID immediately."

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Here is what I read, this is from a US Embassy from a different country, but I am pretty sure that this is a standard, however if you want to double check, please contact your embassy. 

reference: Ask the Consul - Adding Derivatives or FTJs - U.S. Embassy in the Dominican Republic (usembassy.gov)

Did you know? You can add a “derivative” to your immigrant visa petition just by accessing your CEAC application! You will need all of their information, including first and last name, method of contact, and relationship to the principal applicant. Keep in mind that a derivative can be either a spouse or a child younger than 21 years of the principal applicant. You can make this change from the case summary page’s status chart. Go to the list of visa applicants under “Applicant Information”, click on the drop down box and select either “follow-to-join” if you’d like the derivative to travel later, or “accompanying” if you’d like the derivative to travel with you. The change will be reflected one or two hours after making the selection.

Don’t forget! Once you have made your selection, fill out the required application forms, obtain the required civil documents, pay the required fees, undergo the required medical examinations, and schedule your appointment at the Visa Applicant Center.

If you want to add a derivative but already have your Embassy interview scheduled, please let the Embassy know before the interview – our contact information is on the paperwork you received. You will still need to complete all required processes – their own application, civil documents, medical exam, VAC visit, and pay all required fees. Keep in mind that if you’d like your child to travel with you, they need to be present at your interview!

All you need to do is to have your spouse go to the county/ clerk where vital record is kept and request a copy and within minutes it will be given. (Birth certificate)

TIP: Please know your governor, state representatives, senators

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I went to Peru and every hotel has computers and printers not to mention the plenty of internet cafe's around. Handwritten letters are very authentic, but once you print it out without a wet signature and date, then I am not so sure if that will be honored. I would suggest having her handwritten signed and dated, then ask her to go to an internet or hotels to type it for her with a minimum fee then let her sign and date it as well. So, in case one is not accepted then you will already have the other one as a backup. Let her mail it to you via FedEx.

note: Plus, if you print it out then it is no longer original but merely a photocopy.