Manila Embassy Interview

[Erichu 0]

APPROVED

she was out of the USE before 11:00am.. the consul just looked at all the supporting document and didn't ask her a lot of question.. wooohoooo.. thanks for all the support

Congrats Joone and Lyann! very happy for you guys! looking forward to meet you here in SF area.

HELLLOOOOOOOOOOOOOO GUYS! !

I'M SO HAPPY NOW I GOT OUR VISA TODAY 2:40PM. THANK YOU LORD!

AND GOOD LUCK TO EVERYONE!

JAZZY

Congrats!

[LuzyC 0]

APPROVED

she was out of the USE before 11:00am.. the consul just looked at all the supporting document and didn't ask her a lot of question.. wooohoooo.. thanks for all the support

Congratzzzzzz!!!

[jazzy 0]

Jazzy for the receipt of visa. Where was it delivered?

Hi,

Jasmin received the visas in Cebu City.....I can't believe its almost over!!!! After all we have been through...K-1 process only to be denied at interview for improper annulment...then getting her annulment done (quickly) then married in april then cr-1/k-3 process (by the way the k-3 never got approved)...then interview again...then AR.....WOW...what a ride!!!!! But it was all worth it in the end...Love endures!!!!! Now its just a short wait till she flys here on the 29th... I was so happy when she showed me the visas this morning...still in shock!!!

Jasmin will be flying in to Newark...does anyone know anything about this POE?

Jazzy

[Sheriff Uling 3]

Francel

I did not ignore your post. Sillygirl gave you very sound advice, and I did not have anything else to add that would be of any help. Oh, my wife had Sillygirls guides and everyone was so impressed. Everyone wanted to read them. It's amazing how little others outside of our unique circle know about the process. Thank goodness for all the great people here willing to share their experiences and knowledge.

Cheers!!!

Sheriff Uling

[Francel 0]

oh yes,,,,thanks Sheriff.....-Francel

Francel

I did not ignore your post. Sillygirl gave you very sound advice, and I did not have anything else to add that would be of any help. Oh, my wife had Sillygirls guides and everyone was so impressed. Everyone wanted to read them. It's amazing how little others outside of our unique circle know about the process. Thank goodness for all the great people here willing to share their experiences and knowledge.

Cheers!!!

Sheriff Uling

[bangus delight 0]

My fiancee txt me earlier this evening to tell me that she is waiting at the boarding C2 terminal for PAL. For sheer luck, she had passed all check-in points without having to pay the travel tax. I had book the ticket through Expedia.com. We will be together soon in a couple of hours here in Hawaii.

[Ken_Maria 0]

Bangus, Now that I think about it, no one ask us for the receipts of the paid travel tax. I guess we could have slipped out without paying too. Good luck and see you here in Honolulu, Ken & Maria

My fiancee txt me earlier this evening to tell me that she is waiting at the boarding C2 terminal for PAL. For sheer luck, she had passed all check-in points without having to pay the travel tax. I had book the ticket through Expedia.com. We will be together soon in a couple of hours here in Hawaii.

[David-and-Mae 15]

Hello to all! We got approved (NOA2) last February 27 and as of this time, we haven't heard from NVC about the status of our case (but we're sure they got our case from California). Looking at others timelines, it usually takes 2-3 weeks for NVC to forward it to Manila (that's if not being put under AR-God forbid). Now my question is, what is the best way to contact USE Manila about our case (if we already heard from NVC)? How long does it takes for me to receive what they call "Packet 3" if ever they will send one? I know I'm a bit excited about the whole thing but as I've heard from others, once you got the NOA2, things are a lot easier now. I hate surprises (because it could kill me- ) and I don't want to be surprised from lacking of knowledge about what to expect after being approved at USCIS... Any advice and input will be highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Mae

[sunandmoon 450]

Hello to all! We got approved (NOA2) last February 27 and as of this time, we haven't heard from NVC about the status of our case (but we're sure they got our case from California). Looking at others timelines, it usually takes 2-3 weeks for NVC to forward it to Manila (that's if not being put under AR-God forbid). Now my question is, what is the best way to contact USE Manila about our case (if we already heard from NVC)? How long does it takes for me to receive what they call "Packet 3" if ever they will send one? I know I'm a bit excited about the whole thing but as I've heard from others, once you got the NOA2, things are a lot easier now. I hate surprises (because it could kill me- ) and I don't want to be surprised from lacking of knowledge about what to expect after being approved at USCIS... Any advice and input will be highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Mae

the only packet you will receive is the fiance visa appointment packet. that wont be till after you've been scheduled interview. what some refer to as packet 3 is the pre-interview letter, which everyone doesn't receive, so dont worry if you don't get one. you can take a look at the appointment packet on the Embassy website so you know what you'll need for the interview. the Sheriff has a link in his signature. your journey is nearing the end. best of luck the rest of the way.

[Dean/Gra 0]

Hello to all! We got approved (NOA2) last February 27 and as of this time, we haven't heard from NVC about the status of our case (but we're sure they got our case from California). Looking at others timelines, it usually takes 2-3 weeks for NVC to forward it to Manila (that's if not being put under AR-God forbid). Now my question is, what is the best way to contact USE Manila about our case (if we already heard from NVC)? How long does it takes for me to receive what they call "Packet 3" if ever they will send one? I know I'm a bit excited about the whole thing but as I've heard from others, once you got the NOA2, things are a lot easier now. I hate surprises (because it could kill me- ) and I don't want to be surprised from lacking of knowledge about what to expect after being approved at USCIS... Any advice and input will be highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Mae

Mae, the US citizen should receive a letter with your case number on it. It will start with MNL2007XXXXXX. You can call this number: 202 663 1225, press 1, press 0, press 0. This is Department of State. They probably will tell you that the file has been sent to Manila. Your interview date probably will not be available until April 15th., at which time you can call the above number with your case number and hopefully they will have your interview date available. You can also check on line with US embassy Manila checking with your file number.

You have come a long way, but you still have some more to go, just try to be patient. Start gathering all the info you will need for the interview. Make sure you fill out everything correctly and completely. If a space does not apply to you, then put NA.

As was already stated, you will not get a Packet 3. What many are calling Packet 3 is simply a letter telling the beneficiary that the petition has been received and informing that the Packet 4 will be sent to them soon. Don't hold your breath on the soon part either, but it will come, ours was a more than a month after the letter.

Just hang in there, you are getting close to finishing. It is worth it. Your love and your m arriage will be made stronger for the struggle you are going thru now. God bless you on the rest of your journey.

dean & gra

[LuzyC 0]

Hello to all! We got approved (NOA2) last February 27 and as of this time, we haven't heard from NVC about the status of our case (but we're sure they got our case from California). Looking at others timelines, it usually takes 2-3 weeks for NVC to forward it to Manila (that's if not being put under AR-God forbid). Now my question is, what is the best way to contact USE Manila about our case (if we already heard from NVC)? How long does it takes for me to receive what they call "Packet 3" if ever they will send one? I know I'm a bit excited about the whole thing but as I've heard from others, once you got the NOA2, things are a lot easier now. I hate surprises (because it could kill me- ) and I don't want to be surprised from lacking of knowledge about what to expect after being approved at USCIS... Any advice and input will be highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Mae

Mae, the US citizen should receive a letter with your case number on it. It will start with MNL2007XXXXXX. You can call this number: 202 663 1225, press 1, press 0, press 0. This is Department of State. They probably will tell you that the file has been sent to Manila. Your interview date probably will not be available until April 15th., at which time you can call the above number with your case number and hopefully they will have your interview date available. You can also check on line with US embassy Manila checking with your file number.

You have come a long way, but you still have some more to go, just try to be patient. Start gathering all the info you will need for the interview. Make sure you fill out everything correctly and completely. If a space does not apply to you, then put NA.

As was already stated, you will not get a Packet 3. What many are calling Packet 3 is simply a letter telling the beneficiary that the petition has been received and informing that the Packet 4 will be sent to them soon. Don't hold your breath on the soon part either, but it will come, ours was a more than a month after the letter.

Just hang in there, you are getting close to finishing. It is worth it. Your love and your m arriage will be made stronger for the struggle you are going thru now. God bless you on the rest of your journey.

dean & gra

Well said Dean Wish and pray all the very best for you and Gra!

Goodluck Mae!!Hang in there!

[gobdogman 0]

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[Dean/Gra 0]

Hello to all! We got approved (NOA2) last February 27 and as of this time, we haven't heard from NVC about the status of our case (but we're sure they got our case from California). Looking at others timelines, it usually takes 2-3 weeks for NVC to forward it to Manila (that's if not being put under AR-God forbid). Now my question is, what is the best way to contact USE Manila about our case (if we already heard from NVC)? How long does it takes for me to receive what they call "Packet 3" if ever they will send one? I know I'm a bit excited about the whole thing but as I've heard from others, once you got the NOA2, things are a lot easier now. I hate surprises (because it could kill me- ) and I don't want to be surprised from lacking of knowledge about what to expect after being approved at USCIS... Any advice and input will be highly appreciated.

Thanks in advance!

Mae

Mae, the US citizen should receive a letter with your case number on it. It will start with MNL2007XXXXXX. You can call this number: 202 663 1225, press 1, press 0, press 0. This is Department of State. They probably will tell you that the file has been sent to Manila. Your interview date probably will not be available until April 15th., at which time you can call the above number with your case number and hopefully they will have your interview date available. You can also check on line with US embassy Manila checking with your file number.

You have come a long way, but you still have some more to go, just try to be patient. Start gathering all the info you will need for the interview. Make sure you fill out everything correctly and completely. If a space does not apply to you, then put NA.

As was already stated, you will not get a Packet 3. What many are calling Packet 3 is simply a letter telling the beneficiary that the petition has been received and informing that the Packet 4 will be sent to them soon. Don't hold your breath on the soon part either, but it will come, ours was a more than a month after the letter.

Just hang in there, you are getting close to finishing. It is worth it. Your love and your m arriage will be made stronger for the struggle you are going thru now. God bless you on the rest of your journey.

dean & gra

Well said Dean Wish and pray all the very best for you and Gra!

Goodluck Mae!!Hang in there!

Thanks Gary and Luz, we will have a wonderful life together as I'm sure you guys will too. I really appreciate all your posts by the way. Since there have been all the approvals from Feb this thread is getting strangely silent. Oh well, PW will be back soon and we will try to coax her into telling how the laundry was done. LOL

I will be arriving in Manila on Apr 21 to be with my sweetie during the interview and hopefully flying back together on May 3. We are praying for favor at the interview.

Dean

[dims1 0]

CHANGES AT AIRPORT CONCERNING ID CHECK

Hi, Lorna just ran into a problem at Manila airport.

Since St. Lukes kept her Passport she no longer had a photo ID with her new married last name. All of her other IDs have her maiden name.

It was no problem getting back to Cebu FEB 21 after physical. She just showed the guard her marriage cert. and her postal ID and he let her in.

Then, last week Lorna flew to Manila again to be with her friend during her friends physical and interview. They were there about 10 days.

When they went to Cebu Airport... again, no problem..... showed the guard her MC and postal ID. He let her in and everything was fine.

But when she went to Manila airport to fly home to cebu, the guard wouldn't let her in. He said things have changed and she needed a photo ID with her proper last name....(new married name) Lorna got angry and the guard took her to the ticket counter to talk to a guard there. They still wouldn't let her in. Even when she showed them a colored copy of her passport.

Finally, the guard told her to go to a 7-11 and get a photo id. So she junped in a cab and looked for a 7-11 which she finally found. Got the ID (Lucky she had a passpot pic with her)

Then she raced back to the airport and the guard let her in which is weird because the 7-11 id is a temporary ID, not a government id and she didn't have to show any docs to get it.

She still made the flight but WOW! I was so mad that they don't give advanced notice or have so may days to still do things the old way.

Anyway, now today Lorna is running around trying to get a postal ID with her married name. She went to PO.... from there she was instructed to get 2 2x2 photos at a photo studio, then back home to get barangay clearance, then city hall for notary, then back to PO. Jeeeesh!

I can't believe we are within a week of the interview and this ####### is still going on.

I mean this is nothng compared to what we went through to get her a birth certificate, but still.... I am drained!! I know she is hating all of this too.

Oh well..... watch out!! If you give up your passport at St. Lukes and don't have another photo ID with your proper name on it... ouch!

God bless!

Mike

[GaryC 7]

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