Engaged via email, wearing no wedding ring.

[pushbrk 13,326]

in the philippines, it's really not a tradition to get engaged with a ring involved. my husband and i didnt have any engagement. it was our mutual decision to get married. what was important for us was that it was our mutual plan that we would like to get married. we are both philippine born, but husband is a USC. it was only a new fad here that getting a ring is followed... really, not part of our tradition.

in any event that uscis may require documentation, i feel it is better for you to write a statement saying, that you got engaged without a ring yet. and, it's just but sensible cause, i honestly dont think that you will get engaged upon the first date.. that's just my 2 cents worth...

US Citizens traveling to the Philippines after a few months of online communication then getting engaged during the first visit is extremely common and has been for several if not ten or more years.

[jameugiekaxavilon 25]

It doesn't matter if you have ring or not. As long as you have proofs like pictures of you together showing genuine relationship, you will be okay!! Goodluck and GOD bless!!

[iwuvcheshert 6]

US Citizens traveling to the Philippines after a few months of online communication then getting engaged during the first visit is extremely common and has been for several if not ten or more years.

thanks for the input and clarification..well, just the same, better have the OP really compile all their correspondences which will provide more bearing that their relationship is flourishing despite the lack of an expensive symbol..

[Channah&Aaron 51]

; the USCIS/Embassy/Consulate don't care a thing about not having an engagement ring, as long as you're engaged, and it doesn't matter either that you guys got engaged thru E-mail!! Don't worry about that!

Good luck on the rest of your journey

[pushbrk 13,326]

It doesn't matter if you have ring or not. As long as you have proofs like pictures of you together showing genuine relationship, you will be okay!! Goodluck and GOD bless!!

This is a dangerous statement. I would never presume to tell anybody what they need to be "okay". First, photographs are evidence, not proof. The decision is made on the totality of circumstances and evidence at a personal interview with a Consular officer. We on VJ, never know enough about any case (based only on what is posted here) to form any reliable opinion on whether a couple will be OK.

[NoneYa 73]

Pushbrk - I know one couple that just filed and they are using mostly Skype to communicate and visited only once. This might be enough if they are sincere and honest ?

I live in the real world and I am limited to one trip a year and being a key software engineer requires me to jump through hoops to get two weeks off straight and that is not always guaranteed. How people travel 3 times to meet their mate, I don't know but I wish I could.

We will be using every method possible (Phone logs, letters, cards, presents) on a continuing basis. My view is we will do far more than required and I actually think all the communication will strengthen our relationship. We are aware that it is the totallity of the evidence and how well the fiancee interviews which will make the case. I am so thankful to hear that there are many couples as crazy (or certain) about their choice that they Skyped for months, traveled only once and get engaged like we did. This was the most encouraging statement I have seen.

[pushbrk 13,326]

Pushbrk - I know one couple that just filed and they are using mostly Skype to communicate and visited only once. This might be enough if they are sincere and honest ?

I live in the real world and I am limited to one trip a year and being a key software engineer requires me to jump through hoops to get two weeks off straight and that is not always guaranteed. How people travel 3 times to meet their mate, I don't know but I wish I could.

We will be using every method possible (Phone logs, letters, cards, presents) on a continuing basis. My view is we will do far more than required and I actually think all the communication will strengthen our relationship. We are aware that it is the totallity of the evidence and how well the fiancee interviews which will make the case. I am so thankful to hear that there are many couples as crazy (or certain) about their choice that they Skyped for months, traveled only once and get engaged like we did. This was the most encouraging statement I have seen.

While lots of K1 visas are approved in Manila with only one visit, I still advise a second visit if possible. Perhaps you could go back at interview time.

[NoneYa 73]

I am confused if a trip would be fruitful in the Philippines? Do you think I would get in? Do you think they would want to talk to me? From what I understand, it depends on the interviewer and I am not so informed as to how successful I would be. This is Philippines specific.

[pushbrk 13,326]

I am confused if a trip would be fruitful in the Philippines? Do you think I would get in? Do you think they would want to talk to me? From what I understand, it depends on the interviewer and I am not so informed as to how successful I would be. This is Philippines specific.

I said "at interview time", not to be a part of the interview. Time spent together in person is the strongest evidence of a genuine relationship. I suggested the timing so you would have more time to prepare and then it's nice to travel together.

[jameugiekaxavilon 25]

This is a dangerous statement. I would never presume to tell anybody what they need to be "okay". First, photographs are evidence, not proof. The decision is made on the totality of circumstances and evidence at a personal interview with a Consular officer. We on VJ, never know enough about any case (based only on what is posted here) to form any reliable opinion on whether a couple will be OK.

Oh yeah not a proof , picture as evidence to bring in the embassy.

[Matt & Bing 56]

I am confused if a trip would be fruitful in the Philippines? Do you think I would get in? Do you think they would want to talk to me? From what I understand, it depends on the interviewer and I am not so informed as to how successful I would be. This is Philippines specific.

American fiances are usually allowed into the actual interview in Manila. I attended my fiancee's interview and it was a breeze. They did not ask for any proof of relationship at all - but of course be prepared.