confused about CFO

[Ronnie and Kris 0]

Hello guys.. I am confused about where will i go first CFO Or PRISM for the seminar. I read some says that PRISM is for the seminar and CFO is for the stamp??And also, it is possible for me to get the sticker at the airport bofore the day i leave??? I talked to my fiancee all this. He wanted me to have seminar as soon as possible even i dont have my visa yet.

So pls. give me some advice. I appreciate all your reply!!

Thanks and GODBLESS us all.

Ronnie&Kris

[Dakine 26]

Hello guys.. I am confused about where will i go first CFO Or PRISM for the seminar. I read some says that PRISM is for the seminar and CFO is for the stamp??And also, it is possible for me to get the sticker at the airport bofore the day i leave??? I talked to my fiancee all this. He wanted me to have seminar as soon as possible even i dont have my visa yet.

So pls. give me some advice. I appreciate all your reply!!

Thanks and GODBLESS us all.

Ronnie&Kris

Try this link!

http://www.cfo.gov.ph/

[ryandgracey 2]

I have yet to get a visa but I am done with the CFO. Just need the sticker which I intend to get ASAP after getting our visas.

I went to PRISM for the seminar, not knowing that there may be some additional items needed like pictures of you and your fiancee. I had all our documents and the only thing I was asked for was a photocopies of my passport and birth certificate. After the seminar, you will be given a certificate of attendance which you must photocopy BEFORE you go to CFO and get another certification. There is no photocopier at CFO, unless you wish to take a 10-min pedicab ride into the heart of the shanties nearby.

Now, once you get the certificates, DO NOT lose them as they will be looked for at Immigration at NAIA, even if you have the sticker already.

I guess it would be a worthwhile way of spending the waiting period....

[tallcoolone 102]

In Manila:

You can have CFO at either PRISM or St Marys location.

We did CFO at St. Marys same day as US Embassy interview.

Then you can go back to location you did initial CFO, after you have rec'd your Visa and get your stamp

[ccndyeth 0]

I think St. Lukes is giving us a sheet of paper informing us about CFO.. You may want to try and call them for more info..

Good Luck!!

[nickoftime 0]

I attended the seminar at prism and after that, took a certification from the CFO even prior to my visa interview. Once you get your visa and before you leave, go back to the CFO to get your stamp on your passport. Without it, you will not be allowed to leave the country. You can get the stamp from the CFO in half day.

[LOSTGURL--SOPHIA 2]

i would suggest ----->

CUBAO:

Saint Mary Euphrasia Foundation

center for overseas workers

good shepherd convent

1043 aurora blvd. qc

they have everything ..nde kna palipat lipat for stamping and getting certificate...its across PSBA

[njaxfl 0]

Hello guys.. I am confused about where will i go first CFO Or PRISM for the seminar. I read some says that PRISM is for the seminar and CFO is for the stamp??And also, it is possible for me to get the sticker at the airport bofore the day i leave??? I talked to my fiancee all this. He wanted me to have seminar as soon as possible even i dont have my visa yet.

So pls. give me some advice. I appreciate all your reply!!

Thanks and GODBLESS us all.

Ronnie&Kris

You are K1 so you go to CFO,only for marriede applicants has to go first to PRISM then to FCO for sticker.Go get your sticker at CFO,doing it at the airport can cause you delay,you dont want that to happen.

[LOSTGURL--SOPHIA 2]

If you are under K1, K3, CR1, IR1 visa, you need to attend the CFO Guidance and Counselling pre-departure. For more info, you could visit their site at www.cfo.gov.ph but if you wanna get some idea of my personal CFO experience, then read on:

I'm near the Manila area than the QC area, so i went to:

CFO PRISM

2/F Equitable PCI Bldg,

2422 Taft Avenue, Manila (Infront of La Salle)

Requirements:

*Original Valid Passport (bring also a photocopy)

*Original & Photocopy of Visa

*1 Valid ID with Photo

*Immigrant Data Summary for US bound(Just a photocopy)

1. REGISTRATION - You will submit the above requirements to the receptionist. As much as possible, come early, as there will be a quota to the number of participants.

2. PICTURE TAKING - Be sure that you look your best when they take your picture, as they'll be using it for your certificate. That certificate has a lifetime validity.

3. FILLING-UP OF FORMS - You could download the forms from the internet so you'll have an idea of the information they'll be going to ask you.

4. PAYMENT - The fee is Php250.00

5. VIDEO WATCHING - During the seminar, there will be a video watching. It's an episode of Magandang Gabi Bayan about a Filipina who was abused by her Dutch Spouse abroad. It's only about 5 minutes. Be sure that you sit infront of the group so you won't have a hard time cranning your neck. The TV is just small.

6. GROUP DISCUSSION - After that, there will be a group discussion (You will be segregated according to the country of destination) with a Counselor about the different kinds of Visas, the allowed weight of your baggage and handcarry, Numbers to call in case of emergency abroad. They will also ask you to copy notes so bring with you a pen and a small notebook or a spare coupon bond, if you like.

7. ONE-ON-ONE COUNSELING - After this, you will have a one-on-one with the counselor. Some of the questions she asked me:

*Who is your petitioner?

*What is your relationship with him?

*Where is his birthplace? (When i told the counsellor that he's a Filipino, she said, "Oh he's a Filipino too! That's good!")

*How did my petitioner go abroad?

*Do you plan to work abroad?

*What degree did you finish?

*How long have you known him before you got married?

8. CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE - After the whole process, you will be given a yellow Certificate of Attendance. Photocopy that. Make sure that the Yellow certificate have the correct spelling of your name, your photo, signature of the counselor, and the Dry Seal.

9. REGISTRATION - Before you go out of the bldg, you have to go again to the Reception area and register your: Name, Address abroad, Telephone number, and signature.

10. After attending the Guidance and Counselling, i went straight to:

CFO Citigold Center

1345 Pres. Quirino Ave cor South Superhighway

Manila

This is where you'll get the sticker to be attached to your passport and the Green Certificate. You'll pay the Php400 here too.

If you wanna get all these things done, i suggest that you attend the Guidance & Counseling 10:00 or 1:30pm slots

Requirements for Registration

1. Original valid passport;

2. Original and photocopy of visa;

3. One (1) 2x2 or passport-size photograph;

4. One (1) valid identification card with photograph;

5. Original and photocopy of Confirmation of Permanent Residence (for CANADA-bound emigrant);

6. Original and photocopy of Immigrant Data Summary (for USA bound emigrant);

7. Original and photocopy of the Embassy Certification of Eligibility (for Spain bound C visa holders);

8. Original and photocopy of letter of approval for Work to Residence visa (for New Zealand bound emigrants);

9. Photocopy of employment contract(for immigrant workers);

10. Duly completed registration form (downloadable at www.cfo.gov.ph);

11. Payment of P400.00 registration fee ; and

12. Attendance in the PDOS or peer counseling session;

For children 12 years old and below, the following additional documents are required if the proxy is not the legal/natural/adoptive parent of the registrant.

1. One(1) valid identification card with photograph of the proxy; and

2. Special Power of Attorney or notarized authorization letter from the parent/s/ or guardian/s authorizing the proxy to register the minor children.

Note: After satisfactory completion of the requirements, an emigrant registration sticker is affixed to the emigrant's passport

Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar Schedule for Emigrants

(CFO Manila)

Destination Country Day Time

United States of America and other countries Mondays to Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 nn

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

CFO Manila

Tel. Nos.: (632) 562-3848,

(632) 561-8321

ext. 104, 105, 201- 203

Fax No.: (632) 561-8332

E-mail Add.: info@cfo.gov.ph;

mieo@cfo.gov.ph

CUBAO:

Saint Mary Euphrasia Foundation

center for overseas workers

good shepherd convent

1043 aurora blvd. qc

TAFT:

Citigold center 1345 president quirino

ave. cor south superhighway manila

Edited October 22, 2008 by lostGurl18

[JASMAR12 0]

tanks for the information. i just wanna ask were did you get the Immigrant Data Summary for US bound? tanks

If you are under K1, K3, CR1, IR1 visa, you need to attend the CFO Guidance and Counselling pre-departure. For more info, you could visit their site at www.cfo.gov.ph but if you wanna get some idea of my personal CFO experience, then read on:

I'm near the Manila area than the QC area, so i went to:

CFO PRISM

2/F Equitable PCI Bldg,

2422 Taft Avenue, Manila (Infront of La Salle)

Requirements:

*Original Valid Passport (bring also a photocopy)

*Original & Photocopy of Visa

*1 Valid ID with Photo

*Immigrant Data Summary for US bound(Just a photocopy)

1. REGISTRATION - You will submit the above requirements to the receptionist. As much as possible, come early, as there will be a quota to the number of participants.

2. PICTURE TAKING - Be sure that you look your best when they take your picture, as they'll be using it for your certificate. That certificate has a lifetime validity.

3. FILLING-UP OF FORMS - You could download the forms from the internet so you'll have an idea of the information they'll be going to ask you.

4. PAYMENT - The fee is Php250.00

5. VIDEO WATCHING - During the seminar, there will be a video watching. It's an episode of Magandang Gabi Bayan about a Filipina who was abused by her Dutch Spouse abroad. It's only about 5 minutes. Be sure that you sit infront of the group so you won't have a hard time cranning your neck. The TV is just small.

6. GROUP DISCUSSION - After that, there will be a group discussion (You will be segregated according to the country of destination) with a Counselor about the different kinds of Visas, the allowed weight of your baggage and handcarry, Numbers to call in case of emergency abroad. They will also ask you to copy notes so bring with you a pen and a small notebook or a spare coupon bond, if you like.

7. ONE-ON-ONE COUNSELING - After this, you will have a one-on-one with the counselor. Some of the questions she asked me:

*Who is your petitioner?

*What is your relationship with him?

*Where is his birthplace? (When i told the counsellor that he's a Filipino, she said, "Oh he's a Filipino too! That's good!")

*How did my petitioner go abroad?

*Do you plan to work abroad?

*What degree did you finish?

*How long have you known him before you got married?

8. CERTIFICATE OF ATTENDANCE - After the whole process, you will be given a yellow Certificate of Attendance. Photocopy that. Make sure that the Yellow certificate have the correct spelling of your name, your photo, signature of the counselor, and the Dry Seal.

9. REGISTRATION - Before you go out of the bldg, you have to go again to the Reception area and register your: Name, Address abroad, Telephone number, and signature.

10. After attending the Guidance and Counselling, i went straight to:

CFO Citigold Center

1345 Pres. Quirino Ave cor South Superhighway

Manila

This is where you'll get the sticker to be attached to your passport and the Green Certificate. You'll pay the Php400 here too.

If you wanna get all these things done, i suggest that you attend the Guidance & Counseling 10:00 or 1:30pm slots

Requirements for Registration

1. Original valid passport;

2. Original and photocopy of visa;

3. One (1) 2x2 or passport-size photograph;

4. One (1) valid identification card with photograph;

5. Original and photocopy of Confirmation of Permanent Residence (for CANADA-bound emigrant);

6. Original and photocopy of Immigrant Data Summary (for USA bound emigrant);

7. Original and photocopy of the Embassy Certification of Eligibility (for Spain bound C visa holders);

8. Original and photocopy of letter of approval for Work to Residence visa (for New Zealand bound emigrants);

9. Photocopy of employment contract(for immigrant workers);

10. Duly completed registration form (downloadable at www.cfo.gov.ph);

11. Payment of P400.00 registration fee ; and

12. Attendance in the PDOS or peer counseling session;

For children 12 years old and below, the following additional documents are required if the proxy is not the legal/natural/adoptive parent of the registrant.

1. One(1) valid identification card with photograph of the proxy; and

2. Special Power of Attorney or notarized authorization letter from the parent/s/ or guardian/s authorizing the proxy to register the minor children.

Note: After satisfactory completion of the requirements, an emigrant registration sticker is affixed to the emigrant's passport

Pre-Departure Orientation Seminar Schedule for Emigrants

(CFO Manila)

Destination Country Day Time

United States of America and other countries Mondays to Fridays 10:00 am - 12:00 nn

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

CFO Manila

Tel. Nos.: (632) 562-3848,

(632) 561-8321

ext. 104, 105, 201- 203

Fax No.: (632) 561-8332

E-mail Add.: info@cfo.gov.ph;

mieo@cfo.gov.ph

CUBAO:

Saint Mary Euphrasia Foundation

center for overseas workers

good shepherd convent

1043 aurora blvd. qc

TAFT:

Citigold center 1345 president quirino

ave. cor south superhighway manila

[LOSTGURL--SOPHIA 2]

yes we did ksama un ng envelope coming from embassy

[JASMAR12 0]

tanks..

[Completely 3]

Hello guys.. I am confused about where will i go first CFO Or PRISM for the seminar. I read some says that PRISM is for the seminar and CFO is for the stamp??And also, it is possible for me to get the sticker at the airport bofore the day i leave??? I talked to my fiancee all this. He wanted me to have seminar as soon as possible even i dont have my visa yet.

So pls. give me some advice. I appreciate all your reply!!

Thanks and GODBLESS us all.

Ronnie&Kris

I am so glad I was not in the Philippines when we processed our visa. I never attended any seminar nor stamp prior to this.

[njaxfl 0]

data summary is only for CR1 and canada bound..Dont worry about that.