ChuckandRhean

mmmm Its very controversial and timely among couples. Taking for intance a Filipina marrying a foreign national. I could tell that my future hubby and I have underlying issues and concerns relating to it that of which reflects both our values, character,social perception and commitment to each other.

Could it make or break our relationship vows?...Only both of us could tell thru time and experience. What I could assure him is that no matter what , I have his back . And I love and care for him so much. Aussie (our own lingo of understanding ) kisses, Honey Chuck!

hi, im looking for a hotel to stay at when i go in to have my cfo seminar in manila, and ur hotel reviews or the rates would be very much appreciated thanks

Its location-wise,PRISM is just few kilometers away from CFO office.Ive done processing my certificate from PRISM to CFO for about 3 hours Thank goodness! I went shopping after that hehehehe

yikes! for real? i guess i will rethink my reservation lol nasty! thanks for the heads up though.. and i thought that hotel would have been great location-wise since it's right outside the mall

Nothing wrong with the area, Nor Bar Girls. They are doing what they have to do to survive.

Also, Prostitution is legal in 2 states in the USA.

Oh my,tallcoolone You just cant help but to keep up the intensity... girls , girls girls cats meOow![/color]

I have always considered myself as " The King", and finally found a house we fell in love with.

Here are some Pics:

mmm. And really fits for a king, you are showing us your regal Mansion house. I just hope when we happen to pass by we could see people living in there Or else it will just be haunted. Ooops! so scary

To those who Pmed me about how I prepared my docs, now here it is gals.. I'm finally done.

Hope this would give others some idea how to organize and prepare your docus.

There is a a small opening space at the lower portion of the glass between you and the consul where you can give the docs if the consul ask something from you, these clear book folders I used can easily be rolled up so I can just give the whole folder to him if s/he needs something.

Colorful folders for each set of docs

For another type of docs, I used stick-ons paper to title/label the outside page of the clearbook. (e.g. Wedding Pictures, Call logs, emails, etc.) And I also write captions for each photo.)

Lets see how much I have.

YOU WOWED me,girl!!!

Your fully loaded and well-prepared heading face to face with the Screener.

Youre on the 5th, and Im on the 8th....LETS DO IT!

Have cemar, marriage cert, birt cert and police clearance handy. They took another original copy from me even though i submitted originals to nvc. I suggest padding up on photos and emails/chatlogs lay the stack on the pre-screener's booth and on the interviewer's table so they can see it. They won't ask to look at it but the pre-screener will make notes on how much you have. Know all the dates such us his first visit, days of visits. Know his add in US and his work.

God bless you, with prayers and preparation you will pass the interview without any prob.

This is mighty meaty very informative. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I'll have my interview on the 8th of October. Luvtechwifey is just couple days ahead of me. And I'm almost ready to go.Few touches on my scholastic records.

Octoberian INTERVIEWEES, LET'S DO IT ,GIRLS!!!

" GIVE US STRENGTH ,OH LORD, IT IS OUR HEARTS' EARNEST DESIRE,YOUR WILL SHALL BE DONE"

Ok...I'm looking for some specifics of CFO Seminar.

My fiancee has plans to go to PRISM because it is close to where she will be. Should she go to St. Mary's instead?

She is 21....will she need anything from her mother?

What papers and how many copies should she bring?

Is PRISM or St. Mary's better?

Just trying to nail down some answers at one time. She is planning to go Oct 7th.

Thanks for any help.

Hi there!!

Either will do as long as the location suits her better. I had my seminar at PRISM.Let her bring the following copies:

1. NSO birth certificate

2. NBI clearance

3 .Valid Ids

4. passport copy(first and last pages)

5. birth certificate of petitioner( for easy reference of mother's maiden name)

Be sure she knows the petitioner's/fiance's tel. and cellphone numbers,his occupation,educational background,and home address.These are asked in the forms.

Hope this helps!

Excellent!!

One more thing, please bear with me..

I have downloaded DS157 and used 3 sheets bcoz of having space not enough for items 11 and 17(educ'l and employment).Can I just have BDO's stamp and signature on one of my DS157 and transfer attachment of blue receipt on it?

OR do i have to leave DS157 blank and thats what il present to the Pre-screener?

Ive checked ur thread that USEmbassy needs 2 copies of DS157..hence, any of which ill provide another DS157.

Asked only for our pictures. Thanks God.

xoxo

God bless us.

What did they ask u?

For how long your interview last?

At what point during the interview made u sweat alot?

Anything theyve asked from your fiance' side( his papers,,,)?

I posted here about my interview experienced.

Here's the link:

http://www.visajourney.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=219709

Relax, get some sleep and pray. God will magnify everything. As long as all your docs are fine then your good to go!

Bring home the bacon bebe.

xoxo

Asked only for our pictures. Thanks God.

xoxo

God bless us.

What did they ask u?

For how long your interview last?

At what point during the interview made u sweat alot?

Anything theyve asked from your fiance' side( his papers,,,)?

GREETINGS!!!

In reply to the foregoing statements,I quote...

" The ATM worked for me for a time until my bank shut it down when they found out my fiancee was using it and she was not on the account, they were none too happy about that and if I had not been a longtime customer they probably would have launched me right out of there!!!!!!! "....

Bullseye! US authorities and banks will surely be suspicious . Why? Because ur fiancee is NOT a legitimate co-owner of your account. Thus proper banking procedures were taken into effect.

As with my fiance and I, we both have our own ATM card with our respective name on it. And for the record, were not encountering any problem in connection with any banks nor US authorities as of presstime. Hence, I would say it works best for us! Modesty aside, my fiance works in a Federal government , so dragging his name into doing crappy stuff is a NO NO.

His post is a useful helpline to those couples who are exploring their options sending money to their loved ones local and overseas. I do hope couples and families who have availed WALMART MONEYCARD enjoys the benefits of its service.

Hope I gave justice to my fiance's sincere intention to be of help to others!

Thank you

I use iKobo. Works like a champ.

I had heard they folded? Are they still in business? I looked into them at one time and it seemed interesting BUT

We send money ebery month to our son in Moscow and my MIL in Ukraine. But when I checked on these, and seems like Walmart is kind of the same, the fees were running $6-10 on both ends combined for each transfer. Right now we pay $10 per transfer with MoneyGram (MUCH cheaper than WU, WU can kiss my @ss!!) And it didn't seem like it would save alot, especially if Sergey decides to take his monthly allowance in $10 increments or something! So I have stayed with the MoneyGram so far. It takes more than a savings of $4 to lure ME into Walmart, besides we are Walmart Poor in Vermont (only ONE in the state) so I would spend more in gas.

The ATM worked for me for a time until my bank shut it down when they found out my fiancee was using it and she was not on the account, they were none too happy about that and if I had not been a longtime customer they probably would have launched me right out of there!!!!!!! So be careful if you are usingt an ATM for this. This technique is highly suspicious to US authorities and banks do NOT want to be involved with this. I am not saying you are a bad guy or something, but lots of bad guys do this to transfer money. Banks tend not to like it.

Greetings to ALL Vjers!!

To those who have passed their interview,I would like to know if those items stated above are deemed necessary during the interview as Prescreener may have asked for it . Looking forward to your response. Thank you.

Congrats and good luck on your interview!

Ive seen your pre-interview video and its lovely. organized and labeled accordingly. And I like ur brown bag organizer .I do hope u wont mind me asking, where could i have a bag like that of yours?..Looking forward

Congrats and good luck on your interview!

hello there!!

I have some questions unclarified..lifeline?

1.Ive bookbound in one my Email correspondence of years 2008 and 2009?..is this ok?

►sure. there is no rule on how you will prepare your proofs of Relationship

2. Do i have to have the originals of all boarding passes,e-tickets,hotel receipts of my fiance?..

►As to me yes. All you have mentioned are all in my clearbook.

3. Do they need our NOA1 and NOA2 presented?

►I believe that wouldn't be necessary.

4.a. I have downloaded DS157 and used 3 sheets bcoz of having space not enough for items 11 and 17(educ'l and employment).Can I just have BDO's stamp and signature on one of my DS157 and transfer attachment of blue receipt on it?

4.b. OR do i have to leave DS157 blank and thats what il present to the Pre-screener?

5. Does the pre-screener need a copy of all documents and papers presented..as in COPIES of ALL documents and papers,receipts(except pictures,maybe)?

►It depends on the pre-screener what s/he will ask. Better just be prepared. I have everything ready.

Just the Cert of marriage.

DO'S AND DONT'S to the INTERVIEW PLEASE...If i May ask? thank u

►eye contact to the pre-screener and consul, try your very best to be confident to the answers you are saying, and most of all, PRAY!

Im aware that your interview date is just couple days ahead of mine,so be armed and bring with you my shares of prayers and high hopes of a successful interview outcome.GOOD LUCK,GIRL. We can DO this. Of course, Our forefront chearleaders, YOUR HUBBY AND MY FIANCE ...GO GIRLS GO GO GO

....just asking! hehehe

Theres a complete privacy between you and the doctor, so theres no need to be shy. The clinic is mandated to keen check certain illnesses /diseases.Other than whats in their list , Hemorrhoids and genital warts are not within their medical jurisdiction to give assessment concerning it ( USEmbassy mandate) though it is stated in your health records. They are most particular on the presence of Tuberculosis,HIV/AIDS and drugsubstance in your blood,to name a few. Relax..unless there's a need for operation

hi, im looking for a hotel to stay at when i go in to have my cfo seminar in manila, and ur hotel reviews or the rates would be very much appreciated thanks

Id suggest LOtus garden Hotel. Their rate is really affordable.It has safe,and good ambiance.People are friendly and accommodating. Its located just along intersection ,hence,access for taxi is easy. A single bedroom will cost P1600 per night.Theres no particular hotel thats really near CFO .

Oh btw, guidance and counseling seminar is done at PRISM , located just beside Banco de Oro,and right infront De La Salle University.After the seminar,they'll give you a certificate of attendance.That certificate is needed to present at CFO( in Quirino Ave) to process your guidance and counseling certificate .Your visa is a prerequisite so as to issue u a sticker placed on your passport. thats it!! CFO done!

Hello every one, This would be Tom without Judy on this post. I have sad news,

Judy has decided not to go to the interview. This comes as a shock to me, but to some of you saw this coming.

Her reason is simple, One of her past boyfriends came back. And to keep it short. Money was involved.

She still wants to be friends. I still do talk to her.

But she is telling me now that I have to wait 2 years before I can file another Petition for someone else.

And for her it's 6 months for someone to file a petition on her behalf......IS THIS TRUE?

My orignal posts were under the name of Hoping2..

Tom

Obviously,after reading ur succeeding reply posts, I could tell that both of you(Tom and Judith) arent decided yet what u really want out of life,as of presstime(half-hearted hanging on to each other ). The girl cannot possibly have the best of both worlds,not two guys same time...oops!Tom ,its sad to note but, infidelity came into place in your relationship right before you knew it. Moving on is your best option.Technically,I agree to Itzallgood.Put everything into writing and let the proper authorities(USCIS,NVC,USEmbassy) know bout your case.

Congrats, My fiance also got her visa approved on the 1st.. Although she didnt get the pink because she is going to pick it up then walk across the street and buy her ticket

CHEERS guys!!! To a teamwork well-done!

Congrats and good luck on your interview!

hello there!!

I have some questions unclarified..lifeline?

1.Ive bookbound in one my Email correspondence of years 2008 and 2009?..is this ok?

2. Do i have to have the originals of all boarding passes,e-tickets,hotel receipts of my fiance?..

3. Do they need our NOA1 and NOA2 presented?

4.a. I have downloaded DS157 and used 3 sheets bcoz of having space not enough for items 11 and 17(educ'l and employment).Can I just have BDO's stamp and signature on one of my DS157 and transfer attachment of blue receipt on it?

4.b. OR do i have to leave DS157 blank and thats what il present to the Pre-screener?

5. Does the pre-screener need a copy of all documents and papers presented..as in COPIES of ALL documents and papers,receipts(except pictures,maybe)?

DO'S AND DONT'S to the INTERVIEW PLEASE...If i May ask? thank u

congrats!so close to finish line.

Indeed, all sweat and tears will finally be over(at least in Philippine setting)...Thanks for the boost, we,i really need it. Keep kicking

Congrats and good luck on your interview!!

Congratulations!! You're now a certified daughter of Uncle Sam

Congrats and keep the confidence during the interview!

Thank u. And I must say this" Ang cute cute cuuute ng baby mo!" Pwera usog

You'll be eating some good 'ol Texas BBQ in no time!

OMG...Chuck will never forget the experience of having our dinner one time at "Texas BBQ " in Makati. He was all excited to know if their dishes really taste Texan. And guess what?...he ended up at the washroom for over a couple hours! ,,,the bbq dish ruin his appetite Good thing diatabs is handy.

Rhean,

I would wish you luck for the interview but I doubt you need it. Just walk in there with your head held high (full of confidence) and your heart on your sleeve (for all to see the love you & Chuck share overflowing).

You're only 3 steps away:

1. Pass Interview,

2. CFO Seminar,

3. Long Flight Home to Chuck in the US!

Enjoy it...

Bob

Greetings Bob4 Anna! Now,its No. 2 down.Ive taken my CFO(Visa to follow). Nos 1 and 3 to go!

Congratulations on passing the medicals!

Next stop...interview na! THINK PINK!

The very words of the lady at the Releasing Counter C .

My fiance and I are so happy and grateful. WOoooHooOO..I did it ,honey!!! Thank u guys for the tips and guidance. Thank u marriedtomrg,stephen+elisha, rockhouse,bob4anna,luvtechwifey,faithfully,Lala,Ms.tisay and Ate Anne for the experiences uve shared and other couples at VJ whom their stories i have learned from. It feels so good.Alright! The BIG moment has come...the INTERVIEW. Im all ready to go. Praises to You, Oh Lord!

Sang, kya mo yan. I'll pray sana Magnegative na sputum test mo. Magpakatatag kau ni fiance.

THINK PINK..i love that!!! thanks, i will.

The very words of the lady at the Releasing Counter C .

My fiance and I are so happy and grateful. WOoooHooOO..I did it ,honey!!! Thank u guys for the tips and guidance. Thank u marriedtomrg,stephen+elisha, rockhouse,bob4anna,luvtechwifey,faithfully,Lala,Ms.tisay and Ate Anne for the experiences uve shared and other couples at VJ whom their stories i have learned from. It feels so good.Alright! The BIG moment has come...the INTERVIEW. Im all ready to go. Praises to You, Oh Lord!

Sang, kya mo yan. I'll pray sana Magnegative na sputum test mo. Magpakatatag kau ni fiance.

congrats and gud luck :thumbs:

Hey girl! greetings to u.

Hows ur interview so far?..Im so eager hearing from you. Keep us posted,okey?