Manila Embassy Interview

[RonMay 1]

Wow a HAPPY THREAD

Congrats to Rob and Lilia

and Congrats to those who got the March Scheds

[Ken_Maria 0]

PW, Got another email from PAL and now they are checking into the first time Immigrant fare for me. The link you provided to the fare regulations was very helpful. I will let everyone know what PAL says as soon as I get the reply. Ken

Hi Steven,

The first time immigrant fare is for anyone who can present an immigrant visa and travelling as first time immigrant. Passenger is entitled to the special fare even if he/she has travelled abroad before as tourist or contract worker.

I'm not sure though if PAL recognizes K1 as immigrant visa as USE classifies it as non-immigrant.

[sunandmoon 450]

Hurah! We are approved for early interview. Our new interview date is February 26.

A month from now is double what I asked for, but I will accept it gladly. It is certainly better than May or June. My goodness, this process will age you quickly.

Congrats! wishing you smooth sailing the rest of the way.

also congrats to all who have received their March interview dates.

[GaryC 7]

I thought I would update what is going on with Luz at her medical. It hasn't really gone as planned. We have learned a few things that I want to fill you all in on.

1. Ladies, if you have had any abdominal surgery take with you the diagnosis from your doctor. For some reason any scar on the abdomen is a suspected abortion scar.

2 If you have an annulment be sure to take with you the psychiatrist report. Since an annulment implies that one party has a mental problem they want to be sure it isn't you.

3. If you wear a wedding ring TAKE IT OFF! There was a lady in front of Luz that had a wedding ring on and they are forcing her to get a new CENOMAR.

4. You can't bring anything to eat and drink in with you. They took her water and crackers away.

I thought I would pass on these things to help out others about to go to the medical. It's going to take an extra day for Luz because she needs the other paperwork before it's all finished.

Edited January 23, 2007 by Iniibig ko si Luz forever

[Glenn & Rosemarie 0]

I thought I would update what is going on with Luz at her medical. It hasn't really gone as planned. We have learned a few things that I want to fill you all in on.

1. Ladies, if you have had any abdominal surgery take with you the diagnosis from your doctor. For some reason any scar on the abdomen is a suspected abortion scar.

2 If you have an annulment be sure to take with you the psychiatrist report. Since an annulment implies that one party has a mental problem they want to be sure it isn't you.

3. If you wear a wedding ring TAKE IT OFF! There was a lady in front of Luz that had a wedding ring on and they are forcing her to get a new CENOMAR.

4. You can't bring anything to eat and drink in with you. They took her water and crackers away.

I thought I would pass on these things to help out others about to go to the medical. It's going to take an extra day for Luz because she needs the other paperwork before it's all finished.

I assume that it is okay to wear a wedding ring if you are already married?

[GaryC 7]

I thought I would update what is going on with Luz at her medical. It hasn't really gone as planned. We have learned a few things that I want to fill you all in on.

1. Ladies, if you have had any abdominal surgery take with you the diagnosis from your doctor. For some reason any scar on the abdomen is a suspected abortion scar.

2 If you have an annulment be sure to take with you the psychiatrist report. Since an annulment implies that one party has a mental problem they want to be sure it isn't you.

3. If you wear a wedding ring TAKE IT OFF! There was a lady in front of Luz that had a wedding ring on and they are forcing her to get a new CENOMAR.

4. You can't bring anything to eat and drink in with you. They took her water and crackers away.

I thought I would pass on these things to help out others about to go to the medical. It's going to take an extra day for Luz because she needs the other paperwork before it's all finished.

I assume that it is okay to wear a wedding ring if you are already married?

Yes, this was for a K-1 visa.

[Pinay Wife 47]

3. If you wear a wedding ring TAKE IT OFF! There was a lady in front of Luz that had a wedding ring on and they are forcing her to get a new CENOMAR.

Wow! What can I say? They're really making it difficult for us to get a visa.

Some girls wear wedding bands to ward off unwanted suitors.

[Pinay Wife 47]

x x x The link you provided to the fare regulations was very helpful. I will let everyone know what PAL says as soon as I get the reply.

Umm I'm tempted to take credit but I don't remember providing a link to the fare regulation. Maybe another VJ member did? Hey, stand up to be recognized!

But I'd like to see the link so I can read up and try to familiarize myself with the rules so if you can post that please.

[Paulily 0]

Hi guys! I just want to make sure.... below are the only requirements I need to bring for my Medical in St. Lukes.. Am I right?

1. $95 or Php 5,000.00 (not sure of the e. rate they will use)

2. Passport

3. Appointment Letter from USE (original and photocopy)

4. Passport size photo's (3 pcs minimum)

5. Black Ink Pen

6. Something to Read while waiting (book)

7. Jacket (i will leave the house 3 am- from Batangas plus I heard its cold in the clinic)

*** I don't have vaccination record

*** I don't have contact lens

*** No Scar or Abdominal surgery

*** No record of marrige or annulment

*** I have a wedding band from Paul my fiance (is it ok?)

Question : Do I need to fill-up and show the Visa Application Forms at St. Lukes? Do I need to complete the Documents in the Appointment Packet before they proceed on my Medical check-ups?

I'm planning to have my medical on Jan 29 (Monday)

Any advice will be much appreciated.

Salamat,

Lily

[Pinay Wife 47]

*** I have a wedding band from Paul my fiance (is it ok?)

Question : Do I need to fill-up and show the Visa Application Forms at St. Lukes? Do I need to complete the Documents in the Appointment Packet before they proceed on my Medical check-ups?

A wedding band can get you into trouble as Gary has indicated in his earlier post so keep your ring at home. You are a K1 and should not show up with a wedding band.

You don't need to fill up the DS forms and complete the documents in the appointment packet. Those are for your interview. St. Lukes will provide you with the forms that they would need for the medical. Bring your old x-rays if available.

[felnfrank 1]

hello guys Im back! whew, im in robinsons malate right now, guess what? been to DFA 4x! huh they asked me the green certificate of the cfo (attended yesterday) ...i only had the yellow one, thought it was the only one needed. i went to cfo main office in quirino then paid 400p for the green certificate then photocopied it along with the yellow one and submitted to the passport renewal section... whew! thank God im done! and with the help of my student's father, my passport would be claimed in the director's office and noted as "FOR EARLY RELEASE!" yahhooo!thank God and to my HONEY who always there when i need him most...oh i miss him so much...

and to Julie ANn, big thanks for your company yesterday, i appreciate it!

when i get my passport on the 25th, ill have my medical exam right away see u guys!

fel

[Paulily 0]

Maraming Salamat PW.

[felnfrank 1]

Maraming Salamat PW.

paulily,

hi! have u booked ur flight already? hopefully, my port of entry is LAX too...ill be flying alone, my fiance cant make it but i know, it would be ok...i might find filipinas too on my journey

let me know of ur planned flight and ur plane tickets, i might get the same if it's ok with u.

fel

[garya505 2]

Hi guys! I just want to make sure.... below are the only requirements I need to bring for my Medical in St. Lukes.. Am I right?

1. $95 or Php 5,000.00 (not sure of the e. rate they will use)

2. Passport

3. Appointment Letter from USE (original and photocopy)

4. Passport size photo's (3 pcs minimum)

5. Black Ink Pen

6. Something to Read while waiting (book)

7. Jacket (i will leave the house 3 am- from Batangas plus I heard its cold in the clinic)

*** I don't have vaccination record

*** I don't have contact lens

*** No Scar or Abdominal surgery

*** No record of marrige or annulment

*** I have a wedding band from Paul my fiance (is it ok?)

Question : Do I need to fill-up and show the Visa Application Forms at St. Lukes? Do I need to complete the Documents in the Appointment Packet before they proceed on my Medical check-ups?

I'm planning to have my medical on Jan 29 (Monday)

Any advice will be much appreciated.

Salamat,

Lily

You should also have the following information ready to make it easier:

St. Luke's - Information for forms:

· Name (Last, First, Middle):

· Civil Status: single or married

· Case Number: MNLxxxxxxxxxx

· Classification: K1 or K3

· Consul: Manila, Philippines

· Present country of Residence: Philippines

· Previous country of Residence: N/A

· Passport Number:

· Place where passport was issued:

· Date when passport was released:

· Age:

· Birthdate:

· Birthplace:

· Date of previous Chest X-Ray:

· Is this your first time for a medical here at SLEC?:

· Intended date of departure for the USA:

· Intended Port of Entry (POE):

· Complete address in the USA:

· Tel. No. in the USA:

· Is your petitioner still alive? Yes

· Contact person at the above USA address:

· Name of your nearest relative in USA:

· Relationship: fiance or husband

· Complete Address of your nearest relative:

· Telephone number of your nearest relative:

St. Luke's - Questions during the exam:

· Date of the first day of my menstruation:

· Any major operation?:

· History of stroke?:

· High blood pressure?:

· History of diabetes?:

· History of asthma?:

· Any suicidal attempt?:

· Given birth to a child?:

· Liver or kidney problem?:

· Have you had an abortion?:

· Any mental disorder?:

· Physical defects/abnormalities?:

· Case of syphilis or any STD, UTI?:

· Drug abuse/addiction?:

· Have you ever been hospitalized before?:

· Do you have dentures?

· Complete set of teeth?

· Do you have any vaccination records?

· Have you had Chicken Pox and do you have any scars from that?

· Do you want to get the vaccinations here at SLEC?

[Richard&Maria 0]

Maraming Salamat PW.

paulily,

hi! have u booked ur flight already? hopefully, my port of entry is LAX too...ill be flying alone, my fiance cant make it but i know, it would be ok...i might find filipinas too on my journey

let me know of ur planned flight and ur plane tickets, i might get the same if it's ok with u.

fel

hi fel,

Looks like we might be flying out same time...am planning for feb 27 out of Manila taking Northwest and POE Minneapolis. Have you made flight plans yet?

Which state is your final destination?

Relax and enjoy the remaining days in the country.

Maria