Visa Approved!

[chinese_mutt 11]

We got approved today!! My husband and I would like to thank everyone who helped us along the way.

We got to the embassy around 7AM, we got our number around 8:45am. (Interview schedule was 8:30am).

I was pre-screened first. Questions asked were: (1) Name of Petitioner; (2) Work; (3) Where we met; (4) His first visit; (5) Date of Marriage; (6) His Previous Marriage - what happened to it; (7) His kids - age & if they were living with dad or not; (8)asked for our pics, emails, chat logs, remittances - I took out all 16 pounds worth of it. She was shocked. She took only a few of them. (9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting. I was asked to sign the Part 2 of DS230. And they took my Marriage Index (CEMAR); Marriage Certificate; and Birth Certificate.* Then I was asked to sit down.

A few minutes later, I was called for finger scanning.

After that, I sat for like 2 minutes and our number was up for final interview.

Consul was nice, noticed his name was Thomas V. and he was young, husband came in and I said "oh, he's my husband." Then hubby took out 16 pounds worth of proof of bonafide relationship and placed it on the desk. He was asked to wait outside and was told that it was going to be brief interview.

I swore to tell the truth, the questions he asked were (1) Date of Marriage; (2) His work; (3) If I have been outside the country and for how long.

He kept on typing on his computer and not really looking at me that much. He scanned all our documents that was frowarded to them from NVC... I-864, DS230, and the proofs of bonafide relationship. I noticed that on our DS230 Form... right in front there was a big stamp from NVC that says "VISA APPROVED". He also got out his stamp and put a seal on it. He told me, your visa is approved! I said thank you. I asked if we could pick up the visa, he said they only do that for emergencies and they don't see the urgency for me to get it asap. But he asked me to confirm at the releasing counter. He said it will be delived within the week or early next week.

Went to releasing counter, the girl gave me a pink slip. And I asked for pick up, she said "only for emergencies".

Paid for the courier service. Went home.

[AbbynSheryl 0]

congrats

abby n sheryl

[bowgirl 8]

Congrats! "(9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting."-- Did you mean u married on his first visit?

[macymace 0]

We got approved today!! My husband and I would like to thank everyone who helped us along the way.

We got to the embassy around 7AM, we got our number around 8:45am. (Interview schedule was 8:30am).

I was pre-screened first. Questions asked were: (1) Name of Petitioner; (2) Work; (3) Where we met; (4) His first visit; (5) Date of Marriage; (6) His Previous Marriage - what happened to it; (7) His kids - age & if they were living with dad or not; (8)asked for our pics, emails, chat logs, remittances - I took out all 16 pounds worth of it. She was shocked. She took only a few of them. (9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting. I was asked to sign the Part 2 of DS230. And they took my Marriage Index (CEMAR); Marriage Certificate; and Birth Certificate.* Then I was asked to sit down.

A few minutes later, I was called for finger scanning.

After that, I sat for like 2 minutes and our number was up for final interview.

Consul was nice, noticed his name was Thomas V. and he was young, husband came in and I said "oh, he's my husband." Then hubby took out 16 pounds worth of proof of bonafide relationship and placed it on the desk. He was asked to wait outside and was told that it was going to be brief interview.

I swore to tell the truth, the questions he asked were (1) Date of Marriage; (2) His work; (3) If I have been outside the country and for how long.

He kept on typing on his computer and not really looking at me that much. He scanned all our documents that was frowarded to them from NVC... I-864, DS230, and the proofs of bonafide relationship. I noticed that on our DS230 Form... right in front there was a big stamp from NVC that says "VISA APPROVED". He also got out his stamp and put a seal on it. He told me, your visa is approved! I said thank you. I asked if we could pick up the visa, he said they only do that for emergencies and they don't see the urgency for me to get it asap. But he asked me to confirm at the releasing counter. He said it will be delived within the week or early next week.

Went to releasing counter, the girl gave me a pink slip. And I asked for pick up, she said "only for emergencies".

Paid for the courier service. Went home.

congratulations!

Im happy for you that the interview was a quick one. Didn't know that your husband was joining you for the interview, but did it help that he did or it wouldn't really matter? Well, I think you were really prepared for the interview so you were really bound to get that pink slip.

congratulations again.

[TimandJoyce 1]

Congratulations!!

[DouglasFiel 53]

Congrats....

Our interview is next Monday at 8:30am. Hope, our experience is similiar.

Regards,

[marklovetina 52]

We got approved today!! My husband and I would like to thank everyone who helped us along the way.

We got to the embassy around 7AM, we got our number around 8:45am. (Interview schedule was 8:30am).

I was pre-screened first. Questions asked were: (1) Name of Petitioner; (2) Work; (3) Where we met; (4) His first visit; (5) Date of Marriage; (6) His Previous Marriage - what happened to it; (7) His kids - age & if they were living with dad or not; (8)asked for our pics, emails, chat logs, remittances - I took out all 16 pounds worth of it. She was shocked. She took only a few of them. (9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting. I was asked to sign the Part 2 of DS230. And they took my Marriage Index (CEMAR); Marriage Certificate; and Birth Certificate.* Then I was asked to sit down.

A few minutes later, I was called for finger scanning.

After that, I sat for like 2 minutes and our number was up for final interview.

Consul was nice, noticed his name was Thomas V. and he was young, husband came in and I said "oh, he's my husband." Then hubby took out 16 pounds worth of proof of bonafide relationship and placed it on the desk. He was asked to wait outside and was told that it was going to be brief interview.

I swore to tell the truth, the questions he asked were (1) Date of Marriage; (2) His work; (3) If I have been outside the country and for how long.

He kept on typing on his computer and not really looking at me that much. He scanned all our documents that was frowarded to them from NVC... I-864, DS230, and the proofs of bonafide relationship. I noticed that on our DS230 Form... right in front there was a big stamp from NVC that says "VISA APPROVED". He also got out his stamp and put a seal on it. He told me, your visa is approved! I said thank you. I asked if we could pick up the visa, he said they only do that for emergencies and they don't see the urgency for me to get it asap. But he asked me to confirm at the releasing counter. He said it will be delived within the week or early next week.

Went to releasing counter, the girl gave me a pink slip. And I asked for pick up, she said "only for emergencies".

Paid for the courier service. Went home.

congratz!!!!

[AbbynSheryl 0]

Congrats....

Our interview is next Monday at 8:30am. Hope, our experience is similiar.

Regards,

i wish u all the luck douglas

we are right after u

lol

abby n sheryl

[chinese_mutt 11]

Congrats! "(9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting."-- Did you mean u married on his first visit?

Yep!! that's what I meant. Sorry I haven't slept well...

[chinese_mutt 11]

We got approved today!! My husband and I would like to thank everyone who helped us along the way.

We got to the embassy around 7AM, we got our number around 8:45am. (Interview schedule was 8:30am).

I was pre-screened first. Questions asked were: (1) Name of Petitioner; (2) Work; (3) Where we met; (4) His first visit; (5) Date of Marriage; (6) His Previous Marriage - what happened to it; (7) His kids - age & if they were living with dad or not; (8)asked for our pics, emails, chat logs, remittances - I took out all 16 pounds worth of it. She was shocked. She took only a few of them. (9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting. I was asked to sign the Part 2 of DS230. And they took my Marriage Index (CEMAR); Marriage Certificate; and Birth Certificate.* Then I was asked to sit down.

A few minutes later, I was called for finger scanning.

After that, I sat for like 2 minutes and our number was up for final interview.

Consul was nice, noticed his name was Thomas V. and he was young, husband came in and I said "oh, he's my husband." Then hubby took out 16 pounds worth of proof of bonafide relationship and placed it on the desk. He was asked to wait outside and was told that it was going to be brief interview.

I swore to tell the truth, the questions he asked were (1) Date of Marriage; (2) His work; (3) If I have been outside the country and for how long.

He kept on typing on his computer and not really looking at me that much. He scanned all our documents that was frowarded to them from NVC... I-864, DS230, and the proofs of bonafide relationship. I noticed that on our DS230 Form... right in front there was a big stamp from NVC that says "VISA APPROVED". He also got out his stamp and put a seal on it. He told me, your visa is approved! I said thank you. I asked if we could pick up the visa, he said they only do that for emergencies and they don't see the urgency for me to get it asap. But he asked me to confirm at the releasing counter. He said it will be delived within the week or early next week.

Went to releasing counter, the girl gave me a pink slip. And I asked for pick up, she said "only for emergencies".

Paid for the courier service. Went home.

congratulations!

Im happy for you that the interview was a quick one. Didn't know that your husband was joining you for the interview, but did it help that he did or it wouldn't really matter? Well, I think you were really prepared for the interview so you were really bound to get that pink slip.

congratulations again.

Thank you! and thanks for the PM.

Yeah, it helped... I think. Both the pre-screener and the consul saw my husband... I made sure they saw him with me.

I was so happy that he found a way to come and be with me. I was a mess the night before the interview Couldn't sleep all night, tummy ache, headache..

It helped that lots of people were praying for us while we were taking the interview. I sent a text brigade to all my friends and asked them to take a moment and pray. Prayer moves mountains.

[chinese_mutt 11]

congrats

abby n sheryl

Thank you!

Congratulations!!

thank you!

Congrats....

Our interview is next Monday at 8:30am. Hope, our experience is similiar.

Regards,

I'm sure your wife will get Pink Slip too. If you are going to the embassy with her, make sure both the pre-screener and the consul sees you. I don't know, but I think it helps. Help her carry her stuffs in the interview room so the consul will see you actively helping your wife for the interview.

good luck!

congratz!!!!

Thank you!!

[AbbynSheryl 0]

hey now u can sleep for two days

hope u feel better soon

have a sage trip and enjoy with ur hubby

abby n sheryl

[bowgirl 8]

Congrats! "(9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting."-- Did you mean u married on his first visit?

Yep!! that's what I meant. Sorry I haven't slept well...

Oh ok..Me and my husband married on his first visit also..(after almost 2 yrs of e-dating)..it actually worries me but after reading your post, i felt ok. Thanks very much for sharing..!

bethie

[navyswife 0]

We got approved today!! My husband and I would like to thank everyone who helped us along the way.

We got to the embassy around 7AM, we got our number around 8:45am. (Interview schedule was 8:30am).

I was pre-screened first. Questions asked were: (1) Name of Petitioner; (2) Work; (3) Where we met; (4) His first visit; (5) Date of Marriage; (6) His Previous Marriage - what happened to it; (7) His kids - age & if they were living with dad or not; (8)asked for our pics, emails, chat logs, remittances - I took out all 16 pounds worth of it. She was shocked. She took only a few of them. (9) Commented about our marriage being done during our first meeting. I was asked to sign the Part 2 of DS230. And they took my Marriage Index (CEMAR); Marriage Certificate; and Birth Certificate.* Then I was asked to sit down.

A few minutes later, I was called for finger scanning.

After that, I sat for like 2 minutes and our number was up for final interview.

Consul was nice, noticed his name was Thomas V. and he was young, husband came in and I said "oh, he's my husband." Then hubby took out 16 pounds worth of proof of bonafide relationship and placed it on the desk. He was asked to wait outside and was told that it was going to be brief interview.

I swore to tell the truth, the questions he asked were (1) Date of Marriage; (2) His work; (3) If I have been outside the country and for how long.

He kept on typing on his computer and not really looking at me that much. He scanned all our documents that was frowarded to them from NVC... I-864, DS230, and the proofs of bonafide relationship. I noticed that on our DS230 Form... right in front there was a big stamp from NVC that says "VISA APPROVED". He also got out his stamp and put a seal on it. He told me, your visa is approved! I said thank you. I asked if we could pick up the visa, he said they only do that for emergencies and they don't see the urgency for me to get it asap. But he asked me to confirm at the releasing counter. He said it will be delived within the week or early next week.

Went to releasing counter, the girl gave me a pink slip. And I asked for pick up, she said "only for emergencies".

Paid for the courier service. Went home.

Wow congrats! So it was ok with the CO for your husband to be there? Thought they are requiring for the petitioner to be in the US when the benificiary face the CO for interview and get a visa? Does the CO asked for the domicile of your husbnad and why is he here in the PI duing ur interview sis?

Anybody there planning to wait for their wife to get a visa approved before returning to the US?

[chinese_mutt 11]

Wow congrats! So it was ok with the CO for your husband to be there? Thought they are requiring for the petitioner to be in the US when the benificiary face the CO for interview and get a visa? Does the CO asked for the domicile of your husbnad and why is he here in the PI duing ur interview sis?

Anybody there planning to wait for their wife to get a visa approved before returning to the US?

Husband flew to Manila last Thursday. Petitioner must maintain residence in US but he can come visit you during your interview.

Edited August 10, 2009 by tngirl21809