Tips on Medical Examination and Interview in the Philippines?

[Kagebunshin 1]

My mother called NVC and our interview date is March 21, 2013. (Priority Date:Oct.27,2010-F2A)

March 21 is very near and they say Medical Examination should be done first before the interview. Probably at least one week before the Interview? And do we have to go there and get a schedule now or we'll have to wait for the "brown sealed envelope?" the one where you're not supposed to open it?

And once the interview is done, what's next? Is it true that after the interview you'll have to wait at least or max 15 business days for the visa. And once you've received the visa, is it ok to buy tickets?

Thanks.

Edited February 26, 2013 by Kagebunshin

[redvelvet 12]

Request for a copy of the interview appointment from your mom.

You should find information on medical exam here: http://www.slec.ph/

Make sure you fill out the registration form online so you do not have to do it manually at the clinic.

For the interview, you can find information here: http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/Packet%204%20_appointment%20packet_%20English%20rtf%20_revised%20GSS_%20_2_%20rtf2_rtf__docx2_001.pdf

Also, I suggest to read up on the embassy reviews here: http://www.visajourney.com/reviews/index.php?cnty=Philippines&cty=&dfilter=5

Good luck!

[everafter0509 1]

I suggest go to a third party clicic first and have an ex ray and blood work.. well not kuch can be done now.

But based on experience, about 2-4 mos before our anticipated interviews (relatives and friends). We make it to the point to have our check ups so if there a problem. We can fix it. Because if they detect something in the imigration medical check up. Your interview will be moved to God knows when. And we dont want that. Believe me, it happened to an aunt. She had a spot on her lungs.

Edited February 27, 2013 by everafter0509

[Kagebunshin 1]

Request for a copy of the interview appointment from your mom.

You should find information on medical exam here: http://www.slec.ph/

Make sure you fill out the registration form online so you do not have to do it manually at the clinic.

For the interview, you can find information here: http://photos.state.gov/libraries/manila/19452/public/Packet%204%20_appointment%20packet_%20English%20rtf%20_revised%20GSS_%20_2_%20rtf2_rtf__docx2_001.pdf

Also, I suggest to read up on the embassy reviews here: http://www.visajourney.com/reviews/index.php?cnty=Philippines&cty=&dfilter=5

Good luck!

Thank you so much! Those are really helpful.

Still waiting for the brown packet before filling a registration for the medical though.

I suggest go to a third party clicic first and have an ex ray and blood work.. well not kuch can be done now.

But based on experience, about 2-4 mos before our anticipated interviews (relatives and friends). We make it to the point to have our check ups so if there a problem. We can fix it. Because if they detect something in the imigration medical check up. Your interview will be moved to God knows when. And we dont want that. Believe me, it happened to an aunt. She had a spot on her lungs.

Luckily, I've had those done last August for school reasons, the result were normal. Thank you!

My grandmother had the same issues just like your aunt and it was really tiring for her to go back and forth because of those issues.

[redvelvet 12]

Still waiting for the brown packet before filling a registration for the medical though.

What brown packet? The visa packet? You will receive it when you're finished with the interview and you need to get your medical exam before your interview.

[Kagebunshin 1]

What brown packet? The visa packet? You will receive it when you're finished with the interview and you need to get your medical exam before your interview.

My mom said we'll have to wait for the envelope that says our Interview date, but she already called and received an email about our IL. I don't know if she's mixed it up but we'll go to Manila for the medical this coming march 10 or 11.

[jcdg21 6]

My mom said we'll have to wait for the envelope that says our Interview date, but she already called and received an email about our IL. I don't know if she's mixed it up but we'll go to Manila for the medical this coming march 10 or 11.

You don't need the brown packet.If you already have the interview appointment letter,you can proceed to St.lukes for your medical.

Be sure to register online www.slec.ph and requirements are listed here.

Edited February 28, 2013 by jcdg21