ChuckandRhean

HI all,

I'm quite new to all of this! Basically I’m from the UK and met my now fiancé when visiting friends in Minnesota. We have visited each other 4 times in the past 6 months, she has come here twice and I have visited there twice. She has recently got divorced and is 8 years older than me, but is financially secure and owns a very profitable business. I have read on some forums that the age gap and divorce could be a disadvantage to me getting my K1 visa.

The two questions I have are generally how long is the whole process of getting the K1 visa? Does it make a difference where I am from or where she is from?

Also what would be some general reasons for being denied the visa?

Any help would be great….

Thanks a lot, this seems be an amazing forum!

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Johnny

You'd be looking at about 6-8 months for a K1. Judging by what I've read on here over the past 6 months or so, 8 years difference isn't a "massive" age gap, so won't cause any problems. At worst, you'd only get a few extra questions at the interview stage. UK isn't a high fraud country, so wouldn't worry too much.

I guess there's lots of reasons you can be denied. Not enough proof of a relationship, history on drug abuse, criminal history, not passing the medical... that sort of stuff (plus of course fraud/lying on any forms)

Age gap and divorced status are not an Absolute grounds for Visa denial. Accordingly, if submitted documents are found to have somewhat doubtful information,then this pose a threat to getting ur case denied. Remember that all documents and papers are being checked and verified.

K1 Visa has 6 months processing duration.With some external intervention (such as political influence) and factors (such as health history), it could make ur timeline shorter or longer as the case maybe. Ur fiancee may be living half way round the world, distance nor race has never been an issue.

Hope this helps. Goodluck guys!! Take your BIG step sending your I-129F

guysssssssssssssssssssss pray for me and wish me luck. interview tomorrow

thanks

Remember those who believes in you. High hopes and prayers to you.You can make it!!![color=#FFC0CB]PINK GO PINK GO PINK [/color]

After dealing with Western Union and MoneyGram I found they are way too expensive. Go to WalMart (or go online even) and get a WalMart Green Dot card. Get 2 cards - One in the US citizens name (so it's easy to put money on the card (only $3) and one in the foreign Fiancee name. The Finacee can use the ATM (extra $3 per use though) use it like a credit / debit card, pay for Visa fees, medical exam fees and do everything without any fuss. You can get a daily SMS or e-mail with the balance. Once the card arrives in e-mail send to fiance, put money on it by just stopping by WalMart. I found this is a lot cheaper (for the 6 or so months while we're working though the Visa process) and more convenient than using WU or MG.

Hope this helps!

(Just finished medical exam and interview on Oct 8th! Woohoo - almost here!)

Chuck and Rhean

100% worry -free using my WalmartMoney card. I dont have to carry with me large amount of cash paying my hotel accommodation. I have an easy access encashing the amount needed for my medical exam as well as on my application fee paid at Banco de Oro. Indeed,Saved me the trouble of running to the Western Union office going over long lines or afraid it might fall on a holiday ,worse if its stormy for few days . Besides I am able to check how much money I used,how much is left thru the email balance Walmart sends. My fiance is able to check how i handle money, so do i. To those couples out there, I highly recommend Walmart money Card.

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.

hehe From the long hours of waiting, Im afraid I might get caught sleeping in my seat and miss my chance when my name has been called up.. So Id better chitchat my seatmate.And oh yea, what a great relief it will be having it done earlier than expected . Wish it happens to me ...Gogogo medical...Interview here I come!

You'll get your receipt back, as well as your vaccination report/summary and your x-ray CD on the second day. Just prepare to be there the whole day, don't make any other plans. If you get out early, be happy! lol

Hello peeps.

Went to NBI Carriedo (called ahead to find out if their area was flooded) yesterday, arrived before 8:00 a.m. There was a long line outside, but it was moving quickly. You have to pay Php 20 for a stub (don't lose it) before you enter. Once inside you have to go to a booth to get an application form (for new applicants, those with corrections on their NBI clearance --- such as change in civil status), the lady who gives you the form will stamp your stub.

For those like me who are in a 2nd marriage, ask for an NBI Clearance with an a.k.a. notation (also known as). The US Embassy requires an NBI Clearance with all the names you were and are known by.

If you are there for renewal, no need to get an application form. Fill up the form and then go to the cashier to pay your fee. Go up the next floor for the following steps: data checking, quick search and image capture. At data checking, the lady will collect your stub. You must show them a valid ID with your picture and your signature. Never leave home without one. At quick search, if there is a hit on your name, they will ask you to come back after 2 days.

Otherwise, if there are no hits on your name, go get your picture taken. When you're done, go up the next floor for the following steps: fingerprinting, registering, then releasing of the certificate. At fingerprinting, you can buy little bits of wet ones to help remove the ink from your fingers (Php 2.00 each).

I wasn't there very long...only about an hour.

We received our medical receipts, vaccination records and x-ray CDs after waiting at SLMCEC yesterday from about 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

When Pippo and I arrived, the guard at the front door punched in her PDS (Patient Data Sheet) number and it said Immunization 2nd Floor. I was so happy. Called my husband and the first thing I said to him was..."Boy, are you in trouble now." lol He said "Oh no...both of you are coming here now?" It was a happy, happy thing.

What wasn't so happy was how long we waited to get our shots (we must have waited over 3 hours for that), and how long we waited to get the receipts, the vaccination records and the x-ray CDs (Pippo's was released around 2pm, mine close to 6pm because I was called twice to the window by one of the ladies at their Editing/Quality Control section to confirm certain entries on my medical report). We didn't eat lunch till like 4pm...although the lady at the Immunization Room did tell us we could eat after getting our shots...I didn't realize how much of a wait we were going to be in. My poor Pippo...we were both so hungry. There is a small Chinese restaurant up the street from where the clinic was...in front of the now closed Pork Avenue (Pippo laughed when she saw the sign), we had lunch there.

Wish the rest of the staff had given us fair warning about how much longer we had to wait. I was hoping to get back to the office, but those plans went out the window very quickly. Even more frustrating was that there were a lot of people yesterday but only 3, 4 or 5 people at the Releasing Counter processing clients. They have windows from A to M, for heaven's sake...what a waste of resources. And they know Mondays and Tuesdays are busy...you would think they would add more personnel at the windows to process more people faster.

A word to the wise...on your 2nd/3rd/last day, whenever you get your vaccines, go out and eat after that. Because you will be waiting a very, very long time at the Releasing Counter. Their sign says you will NOT be processed according to first-come, first served basis, but depending on your results. in my case, aside from being called to the window twice, before they even brought Pippo's records to the ground floor, I was called back up the 2nd floor because they forgot to have me sign one of the forms re: Pippo's TST findings.

Good luck on this leg of the journey!

hurray! Thats really great to hear!!! I had my first day of medical exam and be taking my immunization and vaccination shots tommorow. Will i get my medical result: xray CD, immunization sheet and other medical receipts right before the second day ends? If not ,how many days do I to wait till the result is available. Taking all med results negative.

Hello peeps.

Went to NBI Carriedo (called ahead to find out if their area was flooded) yesterday, arrived before 8:00 a.m. There was a long line outside, but it was moving quickly. You have to pay Php 20 for a stub (don't lose it) before you enter. Once inside you have to go to a booth to get an application form (for new applicants, those with corrections on their NBI clearance --- such as change in civil status), the lady who gives you the form will stamp your stub.

For those like me who are in a 2nd marriage, ask for an NBI Clearance with an a.k.a. notation (also known as). The US Embassy requires an NBI Clearance with all the names you were and are known by.

If you are there for renewal, no need to get an application form. Fill up the form and then go to the cashier to pay your fee. Go up the next floor for the following steps: data checking, quick search and image capture. At data checking, the lady will collect your stub. You must show them a valid ID with your picture and your signature. Never leave home without one. At quick search, if there is a hit on your name, they will ask you to come back after 2 days.

Otherwise, if there are no hits on your name, go get your picture taken. When you're done, go up the next floor for the following steps: fingerprinting, registering, then releasing of the certificate. At fingerprinting, you can buy little bits of wet ones to help remove the ink from your fingers (Php 2.00 each).

I wasn't there very long...only about an hour.

We received our medical receipts, vaccination records and x-ray CDs after waiting at SLMCEC yesterday from about 9:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

When Pippo and I arrived, the guard at the front door punched in her PDS (Patient Data Sheet) number and it said Immunization 2nd Floor. I was so happy. Called my husband and the first thing I said to him was..."Boy, are you in trouble now." lol He said "Oh no...both of you are coming here now?" It was a happy, happy thing.

What wasn't so happy was how long we waited to get our shots (we must have waited over 3 hours for that), and how long we waited to get the receipts, the vaccination records and the x-ray CDs (Pippo's was released around 2pm, mine close to 6pm because I was called twice to the window by one of the ladies at their Editing/Quality Control section to confirm certain entries on my medical report). We didn't eat lunch till like 4pm...although the lady at the Immunization Room did tell us we could eat after getting our shots...I didn't realize how much of a wait we were going to be in. My poor Pippo...we were both so hungry. There is a small Chinese restaurant up the street from where the clinic was...in front of the now closed Pork Avenue (Pippo laughed when she saw the sign), we had lunch there.

Wish the rest of the staff had given us fair warning about how much longer we had to wait. I was hoping to get back to the office, but those plans went out the window very quickly. Even more frustrating was that there were a lot of people yesterday but only 3, 4 or 5 people at the Releasing Counter processing clients. They have windows from A to M, for heaven's sake...what a waste of resources. And they know Mondays and Tuesdays are busy...you would think they would add more personnel at the windows to process more people faster.

A word to the wise...on your 2nd/3rd/last day, whenever you get your vaccines, go out and eat after that. Because you will be waiting a very, very long time at the Releasing Counter. Their sign says you will NOT be processed according to first-come, first served basis, but depending on your results. in my case, aside from being called to the window twice, before they even brought Pippo's records to the ground floor, I was called back up the 2nd floor because they forgot to have me sign one of the forms re: Pippo's TST findings.

Good luck on this leg of the journey!

hurray! Thats really great to hear!!! I had my first day of medical exam and be taking my immunization and vaccination shots tommorow. Will i get my medical result: xray CD, immunization sheet and other medical receipts right before the second day ends? If not ,how many days do I to wait till the result is available. Taking all med results negative.

Hello All:

My wife and I attended our interview this morning in Manila - we dor our visa !!! Thank you so much to everybody in Visa Journey for your wonderful resources. The whole porcess was very easy. The pre-screener was a little stearn - but - the consular officer was extremely nice, polite, and made us feel very comfortable. The CO even apologized for the bureacracy of the immigration system and our wait (9 months). He asked about my wife's birthday - the kids birthdays - made sure we had the right kind of visas (CR1 vs IR1) and we were approved.

My wife will fly to Florida in a few weeks as soon as I can fly back to escort her to Florida - we have 3 children flying with us - so it is always controlled chaos. Anyways thank you everybody and best wishes to all.

Hoot n Dolly

Excellent teamwork!! Congratulations And Bon Voyage to ur family...TO GOD BE THE GLORY!!!!!

gREETINGS eVERYONE!!

I have my K1 application fee paid at BDO this morning. As the teller hands me over the form with blue receipt attached on it,Ive asked for couple sheets more since space isnt enough. Yet they only issue one form.And applicants need not to fill it out,the teller said.Is that so? Submitting a blank DS157 to the USEmbassy.Will this not cause a problem later on?

Hi guys.

I called SLMEC around 5:00 a.m. and they said they are open today (Sep 28), there is no flooding. Business as usual.

Am trying to find out what the situation is in Carriedo...called their Clearance Center but no answer. Their main office in Taft says all the clearance centers should be open, but couldn't tell me if the one in Carriedo is flooded or not.

Will keep looking for advisories on the subject. I have to get my NBI Clearance this week.

With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns .

I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale

Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?

Greetings!!!!

Oh, excellent ! Thank u marriedtomrg. Im relieved .Im not worrying now if Im going to use a paddle going to SLEC Hope u get ur Clearance ,too .

Hello Everyone!

Im right now in Manila, at a hotel just a block away from SLEC. NO FLOODING HERE. Road is clear, and everything goes business as usual. Hopes and prayers for GREAT NEWS!!

Hi guys.

I called SLMEC around 5:00 a.m. and they said they are open today (Sep 28), there is no flooding. Business as usual.

Am trying to find out what the situation is in Carriedo...called their Clearance Center but no answer. Their main office in Taft says all the clearance centers should be open, but couldn't tell me if the one in Carriedo is flooded or not.

Will keep looking for advisories on the subject. I have to get my NBI Clearance this week.

With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns .

I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale

Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?

Greetings!!!!

Oh, excellent ! Thank u marriedtomrg. Im relieved .Im not worrying now if Im going to use a paddle going to SLEC Hope u get ur Clearance ,too .

In case anyone hasnt heard. Last night about 15.4 inches of rain fell in 6 hours. Water is waist high right now. If you have GMA its all over on their news. There are a few pictures on yahoo of the flood.

This being the case, Weve been updated with the alerts and advisories of USEMBASSY Manila.Interviewees on the 28th need not worry. How about ST .LUKES EXTENSION CLINIC? Any news advisories youve heard from them?

With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns .

Travel advisories and alerts from the Embassy :

U.S. Embassy Manila

Warden Message

September 27, 2009

This Warden Message is issued to alert U.S. citizens that the U.S. Embassy will be closed to the public on Monday, September 28, due to severe flooding.

Visa applicants with appointments for September 28 should not come to the Embassy. They will be contacted directly to reschedule their appointments on a priority basis. They may also contact the Embassy call center at 1-909-101-7878 1-909-101-7878 Monday-Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Details are also available at https//philippines.us-visaservices.com.

With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns .

I heard from Pat this Sunday morning at 8:20 am CST. They had a total blackout for two days, some ares were still flooded. The hotel where she is was on low ground. I am sure the embassy will understand if people do not show for the interviews. I tried getting Pat on her phone, but so far it rings. That is more than it has since Friday night. Pat need s to do into the SLEC on Tuesday for the sputum test. I will post anything more I here. I will try to call Pat tonight after 6:00pm CST.

Dale

Oh my..well, at any rate,i'll be going down to Manila for my medical exam tomorrow.I had my xray and physical exam done in an hospital here in Baguio, and result is negative .Im hoping and praying same reading SLEC will have for me.Scar on lungs? does she have a health history or been coughing for a while which caused that?

With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns .

That is a good question, I am waiting to hear from my Fiancee. She is in a hotel near the embassy and SLEC on the third floor. I last talked to Pat at about 2:00am CST or about 3:00pm Saturday Manila time. At that time it was raining hard and the first level of the hotel was flooded, but power was still on. If I can get in touch with Pat I will post what I find out. I just checked the US Embassey's site and nothing about flooding there.

Dale

Oh thank u so much .. really grateful and relieved. All i need is someone whos directly seeing the current situation in Ermita Manila, so I would know if travelling to Manila for my medical exam makes sense and that I am able to get thru .Likewise, Im thinking too, of the days left prior my interview sched which is on Oct 8.

Il keep in touch and looking forward to hearing from u.

just want to share everyone that i passed nmy med exam ...

i'm hoping i can do the same on my interview.

Congratulations! Jordan and I haven't started our process yet but I'm giddy to get mine. St.Luke's is aaall the way in QC so it's a long way to calm my nerves! Keep optimistic.

Thank you so much JORDANTONI09

and good luck to your journey to st. luke's and to your interview...

take care and God bless.

De nada. I see that you're headed to Cali as well.

That's mint! I know, I have my fingers crossed.

Confidence goes a long way... Hey, why be nervous if everything's authentic, right?

Good luck!

Hello there!!...Medical exam is done at St. Lukes extension Clinic in 1177 J. Bocobo St., Ermita, Manila. You can reach them out with these Telephone nos.: 521-00-20 or 521-8647 and 524-6083. Never confuse it with St Lukes Medical Hospital in Quezon City. Take your time gathering all your papers .

Great help! Thank you. Out of curiosity.. Can I get the exam even before my fiance and I begin the journey? I just want to get things out of the way since I hate doing things last minute. Thanks.

Well,if u dont have any medical history to worry about, I would suggest that u delay it and focus on gathering the documents and forms needed so u could start ur journey. Its ur fiance who'll make your one BIG STEP ahead by sending ur I-129F forms .

just want to share everyone that i passed nmy med exam ...

i'm hoping i can do the same on my interview.

Congratulations! Jordan and I haven't started our process yet but I'm giddy to get mine. St.Luke's is aaall the way in QC so it's a long way to calm my nerves! Keep optimistic.

Thank you so much JORDANTONI09

and good luck to your journey to st. luke's and to your interview...

take care and God bless.

De nada. I see that you're headed to Cali as well.

That's mint! I know, I have my fingers crossed.

Confidence goes a long way... Hey, why be nervous if everything's authentic, right?

Good luck!

Hello there!!...Medical exam is done at St. Lukes extension Clinic in 1177 J. Bocobo St., Ermita, Manila. You can reach them out with these Telephone nos.: 521-00-20 or 521-8647 and 524-6083. Never confuse it with St Lukes Medical Hospital in Quezon City. Take your time gathering all your papers .

My Filipino friends and your loved ones,

What's behind your VJ display name? Please explain the significance or reason why you chose that display name.

For example, my display name is simply my common title in Spanish or Filipino as a single woman plus my first name. How about you?

Any website my fiance creates or just anything for us to have in common, he identifies it with our combined given names. Im ok with it ,tho. He is really annoyed whenever I call him Chuckie or Charlie (his grannie and mom used to call him that way...never had i known that so its like a power of three women. Oh my poor honey! )hahaha just the sour look on his face aches my tummy laughing at it. His name is Charles (sounds music to my ears,eh )but he preferred to be called Chuck. Its more masculine..he says Thus,our name ChuckandRhean.We are completely attached.

Well, I first started this site with the display name "MAV2386" just because I wanted to make up a name. Then I realized that I should put a display name that has to do with me and my fiance, lol. Since my name is Jordan, thats part 1 of the name, she has a really looooooong name, Maria Antoinette Cecila , so I used the name her nickname, Toni. We became an official couple the start of 2009, so JORDANTONI09, came to place.

Any website my fiance creates for us to have in common, he identifies it with our combined given names. Im ok with it ,tho. He is really annoyed whenever I call him Chuckie or Charlie hahaha just the sour look on his face aches my tummy laughing at it. Hes name is Charles but he preferred to be called Chuck. Its more masculine..he says Thus,our name ChuckandRhean.We are completely attached.

My Lady has Interview tomorrow at USE. She will travel from Commonwealth By taxi . Just talked to her she say it will be ok cuz sunny now . Big day i sure Hope and pray she can get there on time . I know she will do great once at USE...

Surely ,she'll do her best and bring home the Pink Slip . Likewise, I'll be having my medical exams on Monday. To God be the Glory!!!! Bless us all

With the current scenario of Manila under water, Vjers based in /near Manila please keep us posted with fresh events regarding the availability of SLEC office.. if u do hear anything. Reports on Tv and over the radio havent mention SLEC concerns .

Oh my I just hit the nail on the head, didnt I! My medical exams fall on the busiest days Oh my, This calls for a Girl's Scout

I have a question...

- the letter from the US Embasy that was couriered to you informing you that you are eligible to set an appointment for your interview (SLMEC will rubber stamp it and write your Patient Data Sheet, or PDS, Number on it)

Havent received this thru a courier. Is it the same as that of the embassy appointment letter emailed to me . I received two letters tho the other one differs to the other containing the following:

1. this is the first..(18kb)

This is your US Embassy (interview) appointment letter

(DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL)

Thank you for using the Visa Information Service. You have successfully scheduled an appointment for your visa interview. Here are the details of your appointment:

Appointment Confirmation Number:

PIN Number:

Applicant's Name: RHEAN NAYONA

Appointment Date: 08 October 2009

Appointment Time: 7:00 AM

Consulate: US Embassy - Manila

Family Member Name(s): [familyMember]

Visa Type:

Fiance

Confirmed on: 25 September 2009 09:36 AM

Last date for editing information: 06 October 2009

Last Date for Cancellation: 06 October 2009

Security Advice: Please arrive one hour before your appointment time. You may not enter the Embassy with guns, cellular telephones, photographic or video cameras, electronics such as radios or other equipment, including computers. Please do not bring any type of electronic equipment.

For safety and security, applicants are not permitted to bring cell phones or other electronic devices into US Embassy grounds. There will be no storage facility for cell phones and electronic devices at the Embassy; applicants should leave their electronic equipment in a safe location off Embassy grounds during their appointments.

PIN Purchase Date: 9/25/2009 1:35:31 AM

PIN Expiration Date: 3/24/2010 1:35:31 AM

PIN History:

9/25/2009 12:22:33 AM CONFIRMED 10/5/2009 7:00 AM

9/25/2009 1:36:01 AM CANCELLED 10/5/2009 7:00 AM

9/25/2009 1:36:35 AM CONFIRMED 10/8/2009 7:00 AM

Thank you,

The Visa Information Service Team

B.2 this is the second..(15kb)

This is still your US Embassy (interview) appointment letter. The call center sends it twice to make sure you receive it.

(DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL)

Thank you for using the Visa Information Service. You have successfully scheduled an appointment for your visa interview. Here are the details of your appointment:

Appointment Confirmation Number:

Applicant's Name: RHEAN NAYONA

Appointment Date: 08 October 2009

Appointment Time: 7:00 AM

Consulate: US Embassy - Manila

Visa Type:

Fiance

Confirmed on: 25 September 2009 09:36 AM

Last date for editing information: 06 October 2009

Last Date for Cancellation: 06 October 2009

Security Advice: Please arrive one hour before your appointment time. You may not enter the Embassy with guns, cellular telephones, photographic or video cameras, electronics such as radios or other equipment, including computers. Please do not bring any type of electronic equipment.

For safety and security, applicants are not permitted to bring cell phones or other electronic devices into US Embassy grounds. There will be no storage facility for cell phones and electronic devices at the Embassy; applicants should leave their electronic equipment in a safe location off Embassy grounds during their appointments.

FOR IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICANTS ONLY: Please read and follow all interview preparation instructions for visa applicants located on the Embassy's web site at http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html. The instructions contained at the web site will inform you of the required documentation and procedures to follow prior to the interview date.

Thank you,

The Visa Information Service Team

http://Philippines.us-visaservices.com/

and a copy of your I-129F NOA2??

> The NOA2 is the letter that your USC fiance receives from USCIS. It looks just like the NOA1, except the NOA2 is the approval notice. The NOA1 is a receipt notice.

> The US Embassy's letter (which they will courier to you) has the American Eagle logo and the name of the US Embassy on the upper right.

> The NVC Letter is sent to your USC fiance (usually mailed to him 1 week after he receives the hardcopy of the NOA2 through the mail), and has your name, your USCIS Receipt Number, and your NVC Case Number with a bar code. It's printed on a plain sheet of paper, the envelope has the name of the US Department of State National Visa Center on the upper left.

Is this the letter sent to my fiance confirming that our I-129F NOA2 is approved ( printed on an american eagle logo)?

thank u thank u thank u I am armed with the papers they need from me. I would not have done it without ur generous assistance im grateful!!

First....

I need to thank you GOD for answering my prayer so quickly...since I have prayed to you last night...

and please forgive me any time I ever doubt your existence. Now Please give me strength to FORGET and FORGIVE others that have caused pain, since I am not a perfect person eitheir. I thank you GOD the time I was able to spend with her, bless our souls since we are not perfect and heal our hearts so we can find peace. Amen

Second....

To all VJ friends....

This will be my last post under this name.

Moderators can you please allow to change my screen name? Thank you.

This has been one of the saddest day of my life.....next to my divorce years ago....

Finally, finally, the TRUTH has finally come out and there is NO POSSIBLE way to get this her here......under any shape or form.

I will NOT go into any details for many reasons....

I just pray GOD that gives me strength to FORGIVE....I may never forget...

what a roller coaster this journey has been...

A word of advice from someone who has learned the hard way....

Hire a local private detective before engaging in any long distance relationship......

Ask for the documents required by the embassy,

have the "originals" mailed to you so you can see with your own eyes...

before you even starting any process...K1, IR/CR1 or what ever that may be.

Will save your self heartaches and money too....

God Bless you all...

May our dear Lord give you the strength to move on.. and bless u the true love and happiness u deserve. You'll be in my prayers...

You can go have your medical exam anytime, as long as you have your:

- 2x2 pictures (4 pieces with white background)

- your passport

- your US Embassy appointment letter (which was e-mailed to you, the beneficiary)

- the letter from the US Embasy that was couriered to you informing you that you are eligible to set an appointment for your interview (SLMEC will rubber stamp it and write your Patient Data Sheet, or PDS, Number on it)

- your NVC Case Number

- and a copy of your I-129F NOA2

Monday and Tuesday are the busiest days of the week to have it done. Luvtechwifey went Wednesday afternoon. I went Wednesday morning, so did SomedaySomehow.

Hope this helps.

All the Glory and Praise for Him!

I'm very happy to share my medical experience with everyone. My first day was very smooth. I arrived at St. Lukes at around 11:40ish AM and I was out of St. Lukes at around 3:11 PM. yay! good 3 hours. I was asked to go back the next day (today) for my vaccinations.

TIPS.

► I would suggest to those who will have their medical soon to go at St Lukes after lunch since people aren't much crowded. Though the guard will give you the flowchart of the medical exam, it was not followed in my case since St. Lukes people reshuffles the patients to go to a different department to lessen the waiting time.

►Never wear earrings on your 2x2 pics they will ask you to submit a picture with no earrings at the releasing counter on your 2nd day. ( I think I missed this info so I was wearing earrings. )

►avoid the fixers outside St. Lukes.

And on my 2nd day, I arrived at like 12:45 PM. The guard typed my PDS (patient data sheet) number at the computer to check if I am indeed for immunization and he stamped my receipt "for immunization" 2nd floor.

There, I gave my receipt of the medical fee at the immunization counter. I waited for like 2.5 hours just be called and have the vaccines. Namely, MMR, Tdap, and Anti-Cervical Cancer.

Be very attentive, because you will be called via intercom speaker not the one who is calling names on the counter.

After I got my vaccines, Hey it was 3 shots! ( I was really teary when I went out of immunization room because I'm seriously afraid of needles.. ) I was instructed to go at the ground floor and wait for my name to be called again.. After 30 minutes, I was called and proceeded to counter A, I signed some medical papers. Then I went back to my seat and I again waited for my name to be called for releasing. At the releasing, they gave me the Xray CD. The lady told me that they will just forward my medical results to the USEM.

I walked home around 4:30ish PM with a big smile in my heart. Thank you Lord! I passed the tedious medical.

TIPS

►Take breakfast or lunch before you proceed on your immunization since you will really wait for a long time before you get called.

►Bring jacket. It became so cold just seating for a couple of hours.

►Be attentive esp when you are at the releasing section . The mic was very muffled I hardly understand my name, and if your name got called and you missed it, they will put your papers aside and you have to follow it up dreadfully. One of my seatmates who were way ahead of my timetable missed the call and she was waiting and waiting for her name to be called and yet, I finished first before her.

So yeah, these are the info I can share to you. My arms are still painful from the 3 shots I received.

Never stop praying!

-Luvtechwifey

Congratulations!! One down few more things to go ,girl hurray!!

I'll be having my medical this 28th, Oct. As i can see it from ur post and with the rest, i dont have to call the medical clinic and have an specific appoinment hour since its on a first come first served basis, right? Or should i? Your tips are really valuable ,sweetie. May I know what are the things/documents I must bring with me? Need support from u guys. Salamat po!

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Oh my I just hit the nail on the head, didnt I! My medical exams fall on the busiest days Oh my, This calls for a Girl's Scout

I have a question...

- the letter from the US Embasy that was couriered to you informing you that you are eligible to set an appointment for your interview (SLMEC will rubber stamp it and write your Patient Data Sheet, or PDS, Number on it)

Havent received this thru a courier. Is it the same as that of the embassy appointment letter emailed to me . I received two letters tho the other one differs to the other containing the following:

1. this is the first..(18kb)

(DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL)

Thank you for using the Visa Information Service. You have successfully scheduled an appointment for your visa interview. Here are the details of your appointment:

Appointment Confirmation Number:

PIN Number:

Applicant's Name: RHEAN NAYONA

Appointment Date: 08 October 2009

Appointment Time: 7:00 AM

Consulate: US Embassy - Manila

Family Member Name(s): [familyMember]

Visa Type:

Fiance

Confirmed on: 25 September 2009 09:36 AM

Last date for editing information: 06 October 2009

Last Date for Cancellation: 06 October 2009

Security Advice: Please arrive one hour before your appointment time. You may not enter the Embassy with guns, cellular telephones, photographic or video cameras, electronics such as radios or other equipment, including computers. Please do not bring any type of electronic equipment.

For safety and security, applicants are not permitted to bring cell phones or other electronic devices into US Embassy grounds. There will be no storage facility for cell phones and electronic devices at the Embassy; applicants should leave their electronic equipment in a safe location off Embassy grounds during their appointments.

PIN Purchase Date: 9/25/2009 1:35:31 AM

PIN Expiration Date: 3/24/2010 1:35:31 AM

PIN History:

9/25/2009 12:22:33 AM CONFIRMED 10/5/2009 7:00 AM

9/25/2009 1:36:01 AM CANCELLED 10/5/2009 7:00 AM

9/25/2009 1:36:35 AM CONFIRMED 10/8/2009 7:00 AM

Thank you,

The Visa Information Service Team

B.2 this is the second..(15kb)

(DO NOT REPLY TO THIS EMAIL)

Thank you for using the Visa Information Service. You have successfully scheduled an appointment for your visa interview. Here are the details of your appointment:

Appointment Confirmation Number:

Applicant's Name: RHEAN NAYONA

Appointment Date: 08 October 2009

Appointment Time: 7:00 AM

Consulate: US Embassy - Manila

Visa Type:

Fiance

Confirmed on: 25 September 2009 09:36 AM

Last date for editing information: 06 October 2009

Last Date for Cancellation: 06 October 2009

Security Advice: Please arrive one hour before your appointment time. You may not enter the Embassy with guns, cellular telephones, photographic or video cameras, electronics such as radios or other equipment, including computers. Please do not bring any type of electronic equipment.

For safety and security, applicants are not permitted to bring cell phones or other electronic devices into US Embassy grounds. There will be no storage facility for cell phones and electronic devices at the Embassy; applicants should leave their electronic equipment in a safe location off Embassy grounds during their appointments.

FOR IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICANTS ONLY: Please read and follow all interview preparation instructions for visa applicants located on the Embassy's web site at http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3238.html. The instructions contained at the web site will inform you of the required documentation and procedures to follow prior to the interview date.

Thank you,

The Visa Information Service Team

http://Philippines.us-visaservices.com/

and a copy of your I-129F NOA2??

Is this the letter sent to my fiance confirming that our I-129F NOA2 is approved ( printed on an american eagle logo)?

While I was having my morning walk in the neighborhood, I noticed that some people are making "sampay" their clothes over the fence and on the TV Antennae. Somehow, I wasn't surprised with the clothes on the fence, but the ones that were hanging on the Antennae reminds me of Pinas. And then I remember since all television connections have changed to Digital TV, they probably don't have use of the antennae anymore. That is why they made it into a "sampayan".

On my way going back to the house, the garbage truck passed by me and I noticed the driver stopped for a while and waved at me. But I noticed that the other guy on the passenger seat was ogling at me and was giving me the mirada despectiva (dirty looks). I gave him the stern face look and he was still rubbernecking when the truck passed by. Hmm, reminds me of the "tambays" in the Philippines again. What else did you notice guys?

mmmm Im wondering and eager to spot one or some eating fishballs,kikiam ,one-day ols chick and balut hehehehe. Surely I'll be missing these when Im in the States.

Congrats, my fiance was there with you lol she passed too she was there Tuesday and Wednesday.

hello,

what is your fiance's name?

i might know her,,,i met alot of people there,,is she bisaya?

Hello there,Jelmichael!!!!

my fiance and I were so happy, finally I have my interview appointment schedule(8th of Oct) just this morning woOOohooo . Like I wanna kiss u all hehe (still overwhelmed). I would like to know from you , if I may, what are the things Id bring prior medical exam? for security sake,()....Salamat ,girl. May the blesssings of our dear Lord be with us all thru the process!!!

hello sis,

-have a copy of your appointment letter from the embassy that was sent to your email,

-bring your passport and 4 pcs of 2x2 picture(the nurse asked 3 pcs from me but the other patients was asked 4 pcs. i dont know why)

-be sure you know your fiance's complete address and contact number...i didnt bring my phone as i thought its not allowed (you can bring it)..i -was not able to put my fiance's contact number on the first day but had it filled in when i came back on the second day.

-Bring black ballpen(but if you failed to, the fixers are selling it for 10pesos.

-Have your hair tied up when you are going to have your xray..

hmmmm what else....

the med fee cost 10,454php

Learning things and tips from u gives me more confidence now. Thank u sis Jelmichael!! you'll be in my prayers...Go get the PINK SLIP on ur interview,sis. You can do it! Keep us posted()